tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30910438795605510942024-03-13T12:25:33.915-07:0021st Century CARESAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02114458839856053449noreply@blogger.comBlogger31125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3091043879560551094.post-71582408570239399982013-06-30T13:50:00.001-07:002013-06-30T13:50:57.651-07:00WHAT IN THE WORLD ARE WE WAITING FOR?<div style="text-align: justify;">
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<span style="color: #f1c232; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">This week, the Supreme Court shot down the Defense of Marriage Act - opening the door for same sex couples to legally wed and enjoy the exact same benefits of all marriages before them. Keep in mind that the Justices of the Supreme Court actually scoffed and joked about this very issue in 2003, stating that the Supreme Court of America would never ever be asked to hear a case on this issue because at that time, only 18% of Americans favored gay marriages. Here we are just ten years later and they've heard and subsequently ruled in favor of them having the ability to legally marry - anything other than, would be blatant and outright discrimination against gays - a violation of our constitution.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #f1c232; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I bring this up ONLY to show that America surely has the marketing prowess to change the world and, with a simple and direct campaign, can literally sway the behavior and opinions of the majority of our citizens in a short but rather reasonable period of time.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #f1c232; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Knowing this, I'm bewildered to think that so many Americans claim to love their dogs and cats but nobody is even trying to get a viable and substantive campaign for humane education for our future decision makers. It's easier to build an army of young people than it is to try and change the mindsets of grown adults.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #f1c232; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">These problems are ones that are resolvable with a minimal amount of money, some well planned local and regional groups of interested parties that have the intellect to see the benefits for the millions and billions of animals yet to be born. Because we certainly are never going to 'rescue' our way out of the overpopulation problem.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #f1c232; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">So, if we had the people and programs and permissions all in place to start today across the country, we could actually experience a drastic and recognizable reduction of unwanted litters, ignorance and apathy towards pets including the growing number of abuse cases in this country. We could see the changes by 2023.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #f1c232; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">But, we just don't have the interest of the general public, can't convince the animal rescuers and activists that a program would be viable and still have a good bit of work in the actual curriculum we would present.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #f1c232; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Knowing that we 'could' see a noticeable reduction in killings and abuse cases within a decade, is anyone out there that can tell me why nobody anywhere is working on this or why nobody even seems to care?</span></div>
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<span style="color: #f1c232; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Fact: Over 3,000 non profit rescue orgs in America spent an estimated 3 billion man hours rescuing dogs and cats in 2010. Who knows how much money they actually spent. Ultimately they were successful in preventing over 92,000 dogs and cats from unnecessary euthanasia.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #f1c232; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">In spite of their efforts, we still killed between 6 and 8 million dogs and cats across the nation that year.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #f1c232; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I just wish people could see that 'rescuing' is much like cleaning up yesterday's mess. I would think intelligent folks would prefer to prevent it from happening in the first place.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #f1c232; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">If you have ideas or thoughts on this, please let me know so I can then work on countering those fears or apathy. I'm serious and really hope to hear from some of you.</span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02114458839856053449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3091043879560551094.post-91846890668529924572013-06-20T19:33:00.000-07:002013-06-20T19:33:20.633-07:00KIDS AND DOGS<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">"Kids And Dogs" </span></b><br /><br /><span style="font-size: large;">"The dog was created specially for children. He is the god of frolic."<br />– Henry Ward Beecher -<br /><br />Contributing to a pet's care can build a child's self esteem and teach empathy for others.<br /><br />***<br /><br />"What Pets Teach Children"<br /><br />1) Love - through caring and feeling appreciation (sometimes indirectly), knowing efforts make a difference.<br /><br />2) Pride In A Job Well Done - from accepting and meeting responsibilities.<br /><br />3) "Parenting Skills" - by learning what is best fo rthe pet and unselfishly gaining pleasure from knowing the animal feels good, safe and secure.<br /><br />4) Understanding - from gaining knowledge and empathy for another life and accepting its differences and limitations.<br /><br />Raising a child with a companion can be beneficial for the entire family. Children taught to care for pets learn how to share and deal with responsibilities. Pets improve a child's ability to relate sensitively to others; through learning their efforts matter, children often become more generous. Caring for a pet requires understanding of how another life feels; it teaches children to be empathetic and to look at other's perspectives and not just their own. As children mature, these relationship skills may assist them in dealing with other people, not just animals.<br /><br />Parents of pet-bonded youngsters may be reassured knowing their children have at least one true-blue friend in the world to rely on. During lonely times, when feeling misunderstood or treated unfairly (which is much of the time during adolescence!), it's nice to know children have trusting companions to turn to that won't judge them, criticize their clothes, talk about hem behind their backs, boss them around or reveal any of the their secrets.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br />"Dogs can help kids feel better about themselves..."<br /><br />ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. -- A lick in the face with a big wet tongue can enhance a child's self-esteem and sense of empathy.<br /><br />That's one of the lessons to be learned from a University of New Mexico doctoral dissertation inspired by a dog named Norton.<br /><br />Robert Bierer, 34, who got his Ph.D. in family studies from the College of Education this month, says his emotional bond with Norton, his 10-year-old Australian shepherd, helped him decide how to focus his research.<br /><br />The result: a 138-page dissertation on "The Relationship Between Pet Bonding, Self-Esteem, and Empathy in Preadolescents."<br /><br />Bierer, a counselor at Whittier Elementary School, studied previous scholarly work in the field of human-animal interactions. His contribution to the field has been to concentrate on a particular animal (dogs) and a particular age group (children 10 to 12).<br /><br />"People have known for years that dogs are good medicine for children," Bierer said. "What I found is that preadolescent children with pet dogs have significantly higher self-esteem and empathy than children without dogs."<br /><br />Those higher ratings in self-esteem and empathy hold true whether the dog is "owned" individually by the child or by the entire family.<br /><br />That is, just having a dog in the house makes a difference, regardless of whether the family is headed by a single parent, the mother works outside the home, or the child has siblings.<br /><br />"I never expected the results to be as strong as they are," he said.<br /><br />In a summary of his work, Bierer also notes that "owning the dog earlier or later in the teen years did not have the same impact on sensitivity and emotional development."<br /><br />"I don't feel comfortable saying that owning a dog earlier or later is not helpful," Bierer said. "It's just that this is when it really makes a big difference. A dog doesn't judge whether you're right or wrong. When you're on your way into adolescence -- which is a challenging time -- having that secure base, that unconditional, nonjudgmental relationship with a dog, is very helpful."<br /><br />Using questionnaires designed as psychological research tools, he asked fifth-grade boys and girls at three elementary schools about themselves and their pets.<br /><br />Of the 126 children who answered the questionnaires, 93 had dogs and the rest did not.<br /><br />Visit Dr. Bierer's website (Dogs + Kids = Higher Self Esteem/Empathy) <br /><br /><br /><br />"Extracurricular Activities"<br /><br />To offset more mundane pet-related chores, try to get your child involved in fun dog activities. Some ideas include pet therapy programs at nursing homes or hospitals; dog shows for conformation; obedience or Junior handling competition; agility classes; Frisbee or flyball competitions; breed specific activities such as herding, sledding and earth dog tests; pet parades; and visits to school for "show and tell".<br /><br />In your own backyard, children can have backyard dog shows, circuses and plays and performances with the dogs in starring roles and parents as the captive audience.<br /><br /><br /><br />Always remember, the BIGGEST CHILD/DOG PROBLEMS come from<br />LACK OF SUPERVISION.<br /><br /><br /><br />"Dogs and Children"<br /><br />A question that is commonly asked by people that about to acquire a<br />new dog or puppy is, " How are they around children ?" This is<br />especially true of couples with small children or who plan to have<br />children in the future. It can also be asked by grandparents who are<br />about to acquire a dog. There is so much information and perhaps<br />misinformation that is spread by word of mouth that it is certainly a<br />valid question one would expect directed to a breeder or someone<br />like myself (who has two wonderful Chesapeake Bay Retrievers , an<br />American Cocker Spaniel, and a Jack Russell Terrier).<br /><br />I cannot recall the number of times people have asked about the<br />Cocker and my grand-kids, commenting " I have heard that cockers<br />and kids don't mix well" or " Aren't Chessies too mean to have<br />around kids?" I have even read comments like this on some of the<br />canine e-mail lists that I read. Well, in my opinion, having your dog<br />and kids, or grandkids, get along is not as simple or as easy as<br />picking the right "breed." I think my philosophy, what I am about to<br />write about, relates to most breeds. I suppose there are some<br />breeds that might be better to have around children, but I am not<br />convinced of that. At least, I don’t think the breed of dog is the only<br />consideration.<br /><br />If one were truly concerned, I believe that asking how the dog is<br />around children is only part of the question. What also needs to be<br />asked as well is " How are kids or how will my kids be around dogs?"<br />And, in the end, the really correct question should be "What do I, as<br />a parent or grandparent, have to do in order to maximize the<br />relationship between my kids/grandkids and my dogs?" Not<br />addressing this question could result in kids getting hurt and,<br />perhaps, in dogs being blamed unjustly. I realize that there are<br />individual cases or individual dogs that should not be around kids for<br />one reason or another. But I am writing about that vast majority of<br />cases where Fido (the dog) and Rufus and Esmeralda (the kids) can<br />and should live in harmony.<br /><br />First of all let me tell you a little about me. I am not an expert at<br />anything. As a matter of fact, I abhor the label "expert." I am not a<br />trainer of dogs or a master at dog philosophy. I am a dog owner and I<br />have had dogs all my life. They have been and always will be my<br />"best friends" and companions. They lift my spirits when I am down<br />and brighten my day. They have taught me the true meaning of<br />acceptance and unconditional love and through them I have learned<br />that we are intimate with nature and not separate from nature. These<br />are wonderful lessons and gifts. We also have 5 children, all adults,<br />and 9 wonderful grandchildren ranging from age 2 yrs to 15 yrs. So<br />my aim has always been to share the gifts the dogs give me with my<br />children and my grandkids.<br /><br />Let me explain what has worked in my family.<br /><br />First - the Dogs: One of the first things we do when we have gotten<br />a new dog or puppy into the household is to start touching it. I mean<br />we give the dogs morning massages, rub their ears, hold onto their<br />paws, and even give them tugs on their tails. They get their fur<br />brushed and periodic baths. In addition to getting cleaned and<br />massaged, etc., the purpose is to get the dogs used to being handled<br />a lot. When the grandkids eventually come over, they like to handle<br />and touch the dogs. If a puppy wants to bite he gets a gentle tweak<br />on the nose, but the main ingredient is lots of attention, all loving.<br /><br />Probably the most frequent incidents between dogs and children<br />involve food or a doggie treat or toy of some kind. When kids are<br />around it is not enough to think that you can prevent an incident by<br />feeding the dog in a separate room. There almost certainly will be a<br />time when they will be in the presence of a dog with food. To assume<br />otherwise is foolish. So, that being said, we handle the dogs’ food in<br />some fashion. We make sure that any dogs that we have had accept<br />the fact that we will and do pick up their food dishes when eating.<br />This is usually before and after eating, while in their presence. This is<br />on a daily basis to get the dogs used to us being around their food.<br />We do not encourage the kids to do this! We also have made it a<br />practice to allow the dogs around the dinner table and feed them<br />food, usually small bits of meat, and veggies and fruit. This may be<br />considered a no-no, but I believe it teaches the dog to accept food in<br />a slow and gentle fashion. The dogs do not beg but have been taught<br />to wait. When we first start a dog out, we keep only a small amount<br />of food exposed and if he lunges, he gets a tap on the nose with the<br />words "slow." I have also lined the dogs up side by side and<br />spoon-feed them ice cream for example. I say each of their names<br />and then give them a spoon. This has taught the dogs discipline<br />around food. Again, I do not do this in the presence of the<br />children but when they are not around. This training exercise is for<br />the dogs to learn this discipline around food.<br /><br />Second - the Kids: The first thing I try to instill in the grandkids is to<br />respect the dogs. That is, it is okay to pet the dogs and to touch the<br />dogs. It is not acceptable to hit them, pull on their fur or to harm<br />them in any way. They are taught that gentleness and kindness is the<br />key. The kids are encouraged to use the basic commands of "sit"<br />and "no!" when appropriate. We try to teach the grandkids to mention<br />the dog’s name before they approach them, especially if the dogs are<br />sleeping. They learn that they do not surprise a dog. The grandkids<br />are not allowed to tease the dog, either physically or with food and<br />are not encouraged to feed them. This is not counter to what I teach<br />the dogs. I realize there are times when a child will offer something<br />up and I want the dog to be gentle if that happens, but it is not<br />encouraged. The adult dogs that we have, especially the Chessies<br />seem to know the limitations of the children and are remarkably<br />gentle around them. Food is always a draw though.<br /><br />The next thing, especially for the older kids, is to respect the power of<br />the dogs - especially the Chessies, but even the Cocker and the Jack<br />Russell. Kids have to be taught to understand their limitations in what<br />they can get the dog to do. This, of course, varies from child to child -<br />but my 60 lb. granddaughter likes to work with my 90 lb. Chessie. If<br />she is not in my presence, she is not allowed to put the leash on the<br />dog and work with him. As she gets older, she will be allowed to work<br />more and more but if the Chessie doesn't sit for her, she must<br />realize she doesn't have the strength to make him if he doesn't want<br />to.<br /><br />Third - The Parent or Grandparent: Okay, this is the last and most<br />important part of the equation. The dogs are mine. For dogs and<br />kids to gel requires a lot of work on our part. I love my dogs and I love<br />my kids. You need to work on the first two parts... and more. Attitude<br />is all-important. I don't know how many times I have heard the<br />statement "If that dog bites, he's outta here" or "never, never never<br />allow a dog to bite." Well, I think both of those attitudes are<br />self-defeating and unfair to the dog. Having those attitudes could<br />actually result in a child getting hurt. They tend to be macho attitudes<br />and do not acknowledge the fact that an incident can occur with any<br />dog, no matter how gentle he is. That is - there is ALWAYS the<br />possibility. Surprise! Protectiveness can trigger an incident where the<br />dog is immediately sorry but...too late! In many cases if a child is<br />taught to respect a dog and if the owner is ever vigilant - this scenario<br />can be prevented. So, in addition to some of the items above, here<br />are some more things I do or don't do.<br /><br />I ALWAYS tell and work with the grandkids to keep their faces away<br />from the dog’s face. To allow it always leaves open the possibility of<br />an incident even accidental. I don’t mean a dog reaching out and<br />licking a face. They can do that, but rather I don’t allow a child to put<br />their face in close in an intimidating fashion. I roughhouse with my<br />dogs from time to time. But never in the presence of the children<br />because they like to imitate us and to do so without know the<br />limitations is dangerous. While I feed the dogs from the table, I do not<br />do so when the kids are around.<br /><br />I know what I’ve written about above is not inclusive. Working with the<br />dogs and with the kids is an everyday task that is incorporated into<br />my daily life.... so this article will never end! I do not claim these ideas<br />to be totally unique and that they will work in all situations. If there<br />would be one statement that I could describe about my philosophy of<br />dogs and children is this: My children, now adults, were and are still<br />part of my family. I treat them as such. The same is true of my<br />grandchildren. It does not take much imagination on my part to<br />extend that philosophy to my four dogs and three cats. They are not<br />merely pets - I don’t treat them as just animals. Rather, they are now<br />part of my family and I treat them accordingly, philosophically, in the<br />same way I treat my grandchildren. In this way we have all been able<br />to live in harmony thus far. The most important ingredient in all of this<br />is the parent/grandparent, dog companion.... Me or You....<br /><br />Even a nice dog may try to protect himself with a growl and a nip at certain times. Biting is a dog’s natural way of protecting himself. Since dogs sometimes see kids as equals they may try to send them a warning, doggy-style, when things get tense. Here’s how to avoid misunderstandings with your own or<br />anyone else’s dog.<br /><br />*** Always ask a dog’s owner if you may pet the dog. However, statistical evidence shows that the dog owner or guardian is just as surprised when the dog bites. Children should avoid all contact with all dogs that the parents are not very familiar with. However, if they must touch the dog, they must know to ask.<br /><br />There may be a very good reason why a dog should not be touched. He may be “on duty” as a handicapped person’s assistance dog, or he may be injured, ill, or afraid of children.<br /><br />*** Approach a dog from the front or side.<br /><br />Hold your hands low and speak softly. Surprising a dog from behind or forcing him into a corner may cause him to snap in fear. Waving hands in the air or screaming may overexcite him, causing him to snap in fear or even in play.<br /><br />*** Let a dog eat in peace.<br /><br />If there’s one place a dog may get defensive, it’s at the food dish. Your dog shouldn’t growl when you get near his dish, but you shouldn’t interfere with his eating.<br /><br />*** Watch out for special toys.<br /><br />Some dogs have powerful feelings for their balls or chew toys. Never take a bone or toy from a dog’s mouth unless you have trained him to drop it and give it to you first.<br /><br />· Children should avoid teasing, rough wrestling, or tug-of-war games.<br /><br />Dogs may get too enthusiastic in these sorts of games and forget you’re not a dog. Fetch, Frisbee, hide and seek, agility courses, and Flyball are better outlets for your dog’s energy.<br /><br />*** Respect a dog’s space.<br /><br />Dogs naturally defend their territories. Sticking your hand inside a strange dog’s pen or in a car window where a dog is sitting may put him in a defensive situation and he might bite to protect his territory.<br /><br />*** Leave fighting dogs alone.<br /><br />Do not try to break up a dogfight! Most fights end quickly, but it’s a good idea to remain quiet and get an adult who can stop the fight. Trying to separate or yelling at fighting dogs makes them more excited, and they might turn on you.<br /><br />*** Observe dog body language.<br /><br />Dogs normally resort to biting only when they think you haven’t listened to their warnings. Watch out for a dog who is barking, growling, or showing his teeth. Beware if his ears are back, legs stiff, tail up, or hair standing up on his back. Slowly walk away and say “No” firmly, arms by your side. Do not scream, stare into his eyes, or run away. If you run, he will chase you and may attack.<br /><br />*** Tell your friends what you know.<br /><br />When friends come to your house, introduce them to your dog and explain the house rules. When you’re out, share your knowledge. The more everyone knows about dogs, the better world it will be for dogs and for people.<br /><br />Thank you to the "The Complete Dog Book For Kids"<br /><br />***<br /><br /> The Odds That a Bite Victim Will Be a Child Are 3.2 to 1.<br /> Children; Especially Boys Aged 5 to 9 Years, Having the Highest Incidence Rate<br /> Children seen in emergency departments were more likely than older persons to be bitten on the face, neck, and head.<br /> 77% of injuries to children under 10 years old are facial.<br /> Severe injuries occur almost exclusively in children less than 10 years of age.<br /> The majority of dog attacks (61%) happen at home or in a familiar place. The vast majority of biting dogs (77%) belong to the victim's family or a friend. (60%)<br /> When a child less than 4 years old is the victim, the family dog was the attacker half the time (47%), and the attack almost always happened in the family home (90%).<br /><br />Always remember, the BIGGEST CHILD/DOG PROBLEMS come from<br />LACK OF SUPERVISION.</span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02114458839856053449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3091043879560551094.post-89730349361599581012013-06-20T19:16:00.000-07:002013-06-20T19:16:00.946-07:00HUMANE EDUCATION IS THE ONLY MEANS WE HAVE TO CHANGE SOCIETY'S APATHY AND IGNORANCE ABOUT ANIMALS.<div style="text-align: justify;">
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02114458839856053449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3091043879560551094.post-67295142623902242082013-06-05T15:50:00.001-07:002013-06-05T15:50:17.170-07:00IGNORANCE OF WHAT NEEDS TO BE DONE<br /> <br /><b><span style="font-size: large;"><br /><span style="color: #d9d2e9;">WITH NO SOLID FOOTING AND THEIR HEADS IN THE CLOUDS</span></span></b><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><i>By Mary Ultz Humane Educator for city of Huntsville, Alabama</i></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><br />As a Paralegal, Animal Control Officer, Law Enforcement Officer, Retailer, Humane Educator, and a number of other things, sometimes I sit in wonderment about B. Being in Animal Welfare, we feel like that quite often. I have done many things in my short adult life and I want to ponder and propose in an effort to make people think….So, pardon me if I seem to ramble…<br /><br />I’ve been front line and reinforcement for animal issues. I have seen the large national organizations do nothing and I’ve seen single individuals move mountains. I know that government is being forced to legislate, moderate, and enforce more than ever. The problem I don’t understand is why any agency (public or private) is willing to create legislation and rules about and for animals, yet they don’t understand the first thing about animals.<br /><br />Let’s look at legislators for a moment. It really doesn’t matter if they are federal, state, or local municipalities. There are laws on the books about dogs and cats across this great Nation. But, do the people who are writing the laws understand animal behavior? Some legislators do look to their local animal welfare agency for guidance….but do they know? Does the local humane society know? Do the local vets know? A vet may know how a cat behaves in a stressful situation, but do they know how to write a law to protect that cat? <br /><br />Humane Societies are helpful, to an extent….they know about the overpopulation problem, and they surely appreciate the stupid reasons people dump their pets, but do they know what an animal control officer faces in the field? Can an animal control officer adequately convey to the legal department what needs to be included in the actual legislation? We must all pull together and share our information in order to create good, powerful legislation. The attorneys can put all the jargon together, but what use is that, if they don’t know or appreciate the need on the street? <br /><br />Unfortunately, many animal control officers are without professional training (and they’re not attorneys) so they are usually unable to create the verbiage necessary for such a task. When creating legislation, animal behavior MUST be considered. If you’re going to hold a dog responsible for biting a human, should the human bitten also be held responsible? Every weathered animal control officer will agree that the person responsible for the dog should be held responsible!! <br /><br />Every good and knowledgeable citizen SHOULD feel the same way. Each case is individual and is cause for investigation. Each case ought to be examined by someone who understands animal behavior. If a person tries to take food out of a dog’s mouth, is it unreasonable to expect the animal to allow it? (I’m not talking common sense stuff, my dog would let me and any responsible owner’s dog would accept that) We’re talking about the people who do not care for or train their dog….the irresponsible pet owner. If a child trips over a sleeping dog and the dog bites the child, who’s fault is it? That is normal, typical behavior for a dog! Where were the child’s parents? <br /><br />Yes, accidents happen…..should a life be taken because of it? However, if a child walks by a dog (no food on the kids face, no sleeping dog situations) is it fair to let the dog maul the child while no human is held responsible? I’m not saying euthanize the dog, I’m saying give the owners choices. <br /><br />I don’t believe in “3 bites your out” type legislation, but I also don’t think that a truly vicious dog ought to be allowed to terrorize a neighborhood.<br /><br />Judges are often in this loop of “uneducated” enforcers. They are not in the street and it’s not their neighbor’s dog that is keeping them up at 4:00 in the morning. Often times, they have no regard for animals (especially if you live in Rural, USA). It’s a dog; they have felons to worry about in over flowing jails. I don’t care what their excuse is….if they are elected Judges, VOTE!!! If they are appointed judges, then talk with the person that appointed them (Often the Governor or Mayor). HOLD THEIR FEET TO THE FIRE AND MAKE THEM DO THEIR JOB! Animal laws are just as important as human laws! Violence breeds Violence!<br /><br />Cops are on the street to protect the public. Sometimes that protection is from a 400# armed robber, sometimes it’s from a 150# Rottweiler. They are there to enforce the laws. It does not matter if that law is a federal law, a state law, or a local ordinance. They are sworn to uphold and protect. Educate the police chief and offer to help. Don’t just sit there and criticize….help them understand.<br /><br />OK, enough about the public sector….let’s look at some private issues:<br /><br />Apartment complexes…..all of us know several apartment complexes that do not allow pets. The complexes that do allow dogs often have a weight limit of, oh, we’ll say 20#. I can tell you from experience, the average dog weighs in at 55#. The complex claims that a small dog causes less damage. Hogwash! A properly trained dog, no matter what the size, causes no damage! (I’m not talking about during thunderstorms!). Hold the people responsible, not the dog! Ok, so a toy poodle will pee less than a Doberman pinscher. Either way, the carpet is wet and has to be cleaned! If you have a housetrained dog, that is not an issue anyway!!! Besides, everyone who has a lick of sense knows that a Great Dane or Greyhound is a much better apartment dog than a Jack Russell Terrier! Heck, even a Saint Bernard would be better than a Rat Terrier….it’s what is inside that counts! So why do they have the stupid weight limit? I’ve never understood that!<br /><br />Here’s another situation that dog owners are facing everywhere TODAY! Canceled homeowners’ insurance, inability to renew, or flat rejection for coverage. Why? Because they have a certain “type” of dog. What type is that, you ask? BIG! The insurance black list of dogs is growing each day. It includes PittBulls (doesn’t matter which type of pitt), Dobermans, Rottweilers, Great Danes, German Shepherds, Dalmatians, Golden Retrievers…wait! Did I say “Golden Retrievers”? why, they are the “American Family Dog”! Yes, that is what I said. Humane responsibility is going down the toilet, everyone wants to blame someone else. Dogs bite….cats bite….give me the right reason, and I’ll bite too! Don’t hold the dog responsible, hold the people responsible. If you have a dog and you’re a responsible owner, you will see to it that the dog will not bite (under normal circumstances – I WANT it to bite if someone is coming through my window at 3 a.m.). Why won’t insurance agencies just make stipulations for coverage? Basic obedience, sterilization, socialization…..all those things will help teach a dog how to behave in polite society. It has NOTHING to do with the breed!<br /><br />So, if you’re still with me, congratulations!!! I hope I haven’t bored you to tears. Here is my challenge to you:<br /><br /> Don’t sit on your butt and complain about all these stupid rules and regulations! Get off your duff, contact the people who make these statements and educate them! Help them understand basic animal behavior and why it is in their best interest to consider animal behavior when they are making these laws. Don’t go in there with a “holier than thou” attitude because you have the answers; approach them with a helping attitude. By helping the stupid human, you help the dumb animal (dumb, like can’t talk, not dumb as in stupid….I’ve known some really smart dogs! But they still couldn’t talk).<br /><br />Don’t even get me started on ‘leash laws’, ‘tied up dogs’ so-called ‘’guard dogs’’ that have had no training and couldn’t’ save your ass anyway cause they’re OUTSIDE and penned or tied up – oh I could go on forever. Ask my husband.<br /><br />It boils down to making PEOPLE be responsible, not punishing animals because their humans are stupid!<br /><br /> Uh oh! Now YOU’RE a humane educator!<br /><br />“The greatness of a country and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated.” M. Gandhi<br /><br />Mary Ultz<br /><br />Humane Educator<br /><br />City of Huntsville, Alabama<br /><br /> </span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02114458839856053449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3091043879560551094.post-31162189634266787562013-06-05T15:43:00.001-07:002013-06-05T15:43:20.825-07:00PROOF THAT THE MAJORITY OF AMERICANS DO NOT WANT HUMANE EDUCATION<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-size: large;"><strong><span style="font-family: Arial;">Ten reasons will
clearly prove that nobody really wants to solve the animal related problems!!</span></strong></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><em>"Like a Non-Profit Enron, the large
National Animal Protection Organizations rake in Millions but can show very very little in
25 years'</em></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;">Today's animal protection efforts have recently
come under fire by various media groups and animal protection organizations. Many
within the ranks are confident that most of the problems we work so diligently on, could
have and should have been solved and corrected years ago, but for one
problem: Human Beings! With over 3,000 animal protection organizations in this
country,boasting millions of 'members' and logging an estimated 50 billion man hours since
1979, one must wonder . On this page you will find the top ten reasons why Americans
really do not want these issues to see resolve. After all, We are Americans.
If we honestly wanted this problem to be solved, it would have been by now. No doubt about
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<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;">If anyone has any honest expectations of actually
seeing changes and truly solving some of the basic problems that plague our animal
friends, then we must make changes. We can no longer afford to argue our egos,
explain away our failures, defend our agendas and continue to waste billions of dollars to
continue fighting a battle with the same ammunitions that have consistently brought defeat
in the past. It's no secret, that if unified, the animal protection movement would be the
largest lobbying effort in Washington and we would be able to see many changes. </span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><u><strong>1 -</strong></u> Most Americans do not know much
at all about the proper care and treatment necessary for a dog or cat to have the good
life they deserve and they refuse to learn. There is no comprehensive educational program
to provide reliable information regarding proper care and instinctive habits that surface
in our pets' activities. Most humans misunderstand their pets actions, refuse to
'listen' to them and only provide the same treatment as what they witnessed when growing
up. Unfortunately that still holds true today. Their egos seem to win out over compassion
and willingness to be educated. No body asks professionals for guidance, rents videos or
reads websites to get the proper care for their pets because they refuse to be reminded
that they don’t know. The animals suffer.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;">We can put a man on the moon, place a robotic rover on mars,
cure diseases in record time and win wars in under 100 days. We have the marketing
prowess to change human behavior around the world with incredible success, but we can't or
won't get together in one movement to clearly inform the masses of the importance of spay
and neutering. We have not shown American residents, corporations and local governments
that they will see personal as well as financial benefits by working to solve these
issues. We have not stopped backyard or puppy-mill breeding, stopped dog fighting
lowered the level of abuse in our inner city or suburbia neighborhoods. We have not
insisted that the courts enforce the laws already on the books. And by no means has this
generation been stellar at teaching compassion.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><u><strong>2 -</strong></u> Schools continue to deny
offers for humane education - even though most programs are free. And even though it can
and will affect each and every person in that building sometime during their lives.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-size: small;">Our nations' schools are so under funded and constantly being driven by
test scores, they are rarely welcoming when organizations offer to bring a humane
education program into their classes - even though a few states have mandatory humane
education laws and many of the humane education programs offered are at no charge to the
schools. These programs have multi-level benefits to all the young people who
attend. When it's brought into the class through the guidance counselor program of
character development, the young people have higher achievement scores, improved
attendance rates and frequently adopt a less violent conflict resolution technique which
leads to a more compassionate future for everyone. </span></span></div>
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laughingly argues that they DO provide Humane Education to their local
and area schools and proudly point to the 3 days they had a volunteer at the school for
the mentally handicapped last season as proof. Of course, the educated reader will
ask, 'Well what about the rest of the 800,000 students in the district? Where was
your organization the other 230 school days?" To which they will have no
answer. We don't think they actually gave that any thought, so we dropped the
subject.</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-size: small;"><strong><u><span style="font-family: Arial;">3 -</span><span style="font-family: Arial;">- </span></u></strong><span style="font-family: Arial;">This brings us to the Large National Organizations and the fact
that most of them are much more interested in raising money, pointing fingers at other
national organizations, avoiding the real problems, and use the money to money to pay
over-inflated salaries than to actually educate the public or make a true noticeable
difference. But they still know how to 'pat themselves on the back' so they can rake in
another $1 billion of your dollars this year. It's practically unheard of for them to work
together. They seem much more interested in top billing as opposed to the end results
and actual accomplishments. How far along do you think the space program would be today if
NASA was actually 7 competitive entities who refused to share their knowledge and combine
efforts for a common goal? </span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;">We need to point out that Americans have paid $1
billion in taxes to animal control efforts annually for the past 20 years and subsequently
donated an equal amount of nearly $1 billion to their favorite animal protection
organizations annually. With that, you would think that we could proudly say ''See
all the problems we've solved" but have we have solved even one thing! They've
made the same promises for 25 years and never kept a single one. But they can sure
take our donations each year with a big smile. Then, blindly, we give again.</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;">Politics, Agendas, Egos and Greed tend to
lead to the continuing demise of the seemingly noble efforts. So my first concern
is, knowing all this, why haven't the larger animal organizations taken on a project and
SOLVED IT? They have the manpower, the legislative votes and the financial resources to do
so. What has become of the more than $40 billion from the past 25 years? Like
a non profit Enron. Unfortunately, their primary goals are to keep their
organization financially strong while ignoring the potential they have to actually do what
they've promised their contributors. After all, if they should actually solve one or more
of the major problems, they would be forced to downsize, layoff employees and would also
be forced to abolish their cute little pictures of dogs and cats behind bars awaiting
certain death - 'the money shots' as they are called. They spend the billions of dollars
we've given them over the years on over inflated salaries, luxury offices and even allow
millions to simply sit in their bank accounts (per their 2002 IRS Tax returns) to collect
interest. Yet, they fail to show any results or true nationwide success stories.</span></span></td>
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are notoriously under funded and under educated, yet over worked because of humans who
refuse to be responsible and caring. They are caught in the middle. The citizens
want better animal control, but the agency is never properly funded by their supervisory
boards. . Many animal control agencies profit from the animals they kill, but the
community doesn't know or won't take proper steps to make the necessary changes. Again,
though, the animals suffer.</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-size: small;">We, the larger national ANIMAL organizations declare our differences
with Randy N. Warner of 21st Century CARES and strongly disagree with his claims that
we have failed to resolve any of the animal related issues were for political
reasons. We are shocked by his allegations and hope that all our loyal supporters
recognize the black eye he is giving to the animal movement as a whole. We assure
the public and media that we are here for one reason and one reason only - that is to help
the animals and will do any and everything possible to show our determination in the
future.*</span></span>
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*Providing of course, that anyone we work with agrees with our agenda and nobody elses,
don't try to judge or criticize our self righteous attitudes against all others, that they
have had no working relationship with any other animal protection group over the last 2
years, always say nice things about us, don't bring up the nice salaries we make, never
mention 'political' in the same sentence as us, are of the same religion as we are, and of
course, no republicans are allowed, no language that may offend the Zimbabwe national
Forrest rangers, that none of our employees get their feelings hurt since we are the ONLY
animal organization that really matters, that all GOOD ideas are made to appear as if they
are ours, and all BAD ideas be pinned on other organizations, that the public does NOT
find out about the fact we spend 95 cents for every dollar on our private jets, large
corporate office buildings and combined annual printing costs of over $250million
EACH AND EVERY YEAR just so we can continue to make money ...(5 additional
pages of demands deleted due to space limitations)...... and that nobody in our midst has
worked for or purchased products from any of the following companies in the past 40 years.<br />
Alcoa<br />
AT & T<br />
IBM<br />
Texaco<br />
Lowes'<br />
Firestone<br />
Proctor and Gamble<br />
The Gap<br />
Hickory Farms of Ohio<br />
Ford Motor Company<br />
Nordstroms<br />
Iams<br />
General Motors<br />
ABC<br />
Nutro<br />
Hartz Mountain<br />
Sony<br />
Volkswagen<br />
Ralph Lauren<br />
Roto Rooter<br />
Dish Satellite<br />
Brach's Candies<br />
Kellogg's<br />
Campbells<br />
Levi-Strauss<br />
Chiquita<br />
McDonalds'<br />
(Remainder of the list of 11, 476 American companies banned by the larger animal
protection groups has been deleted for lack of space.)</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-size: small;"><em><strong>Nope!!! No politics here, huh</strong></em></span></span></div>
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governments around the nation just poo-poo any animal related upgrades or additional
funding. But are quick to give themselves substantial pay raises on a regular basis. Much
of this comes from simple ignorance as well as greed. They don't even believe in
themselves, let alone the residents in the given jurisdictions. They do NOT protect the
animals, and have the audacity to charge volunteer rescuers money for every
little thing - MUCH of it having little or nothing to do with the safety and well being of
the animals, but everything to do with trying to prevent rescues from forming and to
squeeze as much money out of them as possible if they do.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><strong><u>6 -</u></strong> Rescue groups and individuals
around the nation work their butts to the bone, devote most of their lives, spend
thousands of their own dollars, only to waste hours and hours gossiping online to
harm other rescuers or to be back-stabbed by a co-worker, forming modern day witch
hunts or be ram-sacked by animal control officers, and, with no appreciation or even
respect by the majority of the citizens, become bitter and apathetic. Much too much ego
boosting and again, forgetting what their goals actually are too much of the time. They
rarely do more than clean up yesterday's mess - almost never considering tomorrow.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;">While these noble individuals who
actually put in all the work get paid nothing - even spend thousands of their own dollars
each year on this effort, the bulk of publicity and praise seems to go to the larger
national organizations who continue to battle each other for positioning, the rescue
community refuses to organize or develop an agency of their own making to regulate,
provide a voice in government and protect the rescuers as well as help the
animals. When presented with an opportunity to make a difference, they tend to
explode initially, but fail to make a presentation that is affective nor have any
follow-through. In spite of the incredible level of commitment, time, energy and
money, they know little about how to accomplish other than placing their rescues.
There for, nothing in regards to organizing, future planning, setting standards and
guidelines, having a voice in congress, providing insurance and protection for their
rescues is being done - and it all needs to be done. All the while, they simply
assure themselves and the animals that nothing will change for tomorrow because non of
them made any arrangements and gave only yesterday and today any thought.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><strong><u>7 -</u></strong> Most courts refuse to uphold
the laws that are in place and fail to prosecute those who harm or even kill innocent
animals. This, in spite of the facts that we KNOW through research that those who begin
early life with abusing animals are much more likely to grow up and continue by committing
more severe crimes against humans. There is no secret our jails are overcrowded
today. However, there is also no secret that the links between animal abuse and more
severe criminal activity and violence against humans are well researched and proven.
These acts of violence need to be addressed by the courts to prevent so much violence and
criminal behavior in the future.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><u><strong>8 - </strong></u>All mainstream religion refuses to
discuss the brutal treatment of the companion animals we all call Man's Best Friend,
knowing that abuse, neglect and death happens within each congregation on a regular basis,
but it's OK for them to tell us what to eat, who to sleep with and even clear guidelines
of what to wear. All this while asking for donations and the animals continue to suffer.
With a local rape case or child molestation, they move mountains to show their
compassion. Knowing that hundreds of animal abuse cases happen in the same area each
week, they choose to ignore them. Maybe we should donate to our places of worship in
the names of our pets. $$$$$</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><u><strong>9 - </strong></u>THE MAINSTREAM MEDIA REFUSES TO TELL THE
REAL TRUTH BECAUSE IT UPSETS TOO MANY VIEWERS TO HEAR HOW MANY DOGS AND CATS WE KILLED
YESTERDAY. You know what? I'll bet all those animals dragged into the little room to be
killed yesterday were a little upset, too, and would have gladly sat back and forgiven us
if we'd upset some people if only they could have lived another day. Additionally, it is
MOST LIKELY those who are causing the problems, that don’t want to be reminded of
their repeated mistakes.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><u><strong>10 - </strong></u>Obviously corporations have not been
smart enough to recognize the value of their roles in this, nor how they could all benefit
by working to correct these problems. The fact is, nobody has been smart enough yet to
clearly show the public, local governments and even corporations, how finding solutions to
these problems would actually benefit their ‘bottom line’ by paying fewer taxes,
charging responsible guardians with acceptable fees, bringing a more compassionate
community and work force - all while saving lives. A MUCH MORE COMPASSIONATE WORLD
IN WHICH TO LIVE! "BROUGHT TO YOU BY XYZ CORP. A SPONSOR OF HUMANE
EDUCATION IN OUR SCHOOLS"</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">I am more and more convinced that NOBODY truly wants
to see these problems of animal abuse and pet overpopulation solved. There are good
reasons why. It pad a large number of egos, supports a substantial number of jobs
and would simply take an honest, mature effort of 'sharing' ideas and working 'together' -
something the animal protection movement in this country is simply not capable of doing.
Everyone wants an easy fix. The claim that ’’it takes money’’
to get this done is just stupid. If that were true, you would certainly think that we
would have reached that dollar amount by now. Everyone insists on lining their
pockets while demanding to do it 'their way' without ever listening to other ideas. But,
without at least listening to all the ideas, then how would you know which way is best?</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">I really hope the public will finally recognize that
they need to speak out when they see someone who's mistreating or neglecting their
pets. It is not only their right to report their neighbors and friends for not
providing the appropriate care for these creatures, it is their responsibility to do
so. Undoubtedly, our nation must give serious consideration to including a
substantive and powerful humane education program in our curriculums very soon. By not
doing so, they are literally allowing these poor pets to suffer - even die. Teaching
our decision makers of tomorrow that compassion, nor education is really all that
important.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">Finally everyone also needs to recognize that although the larger
animal orgs have a strong and substantial place in our society, we cannot depend on them
to solve any problems, as has been proven over the years. Recognizing that all these
problems are OURS to solve through becoming more educated and responsible in how we view
our companion animals is the only way. We have the ability to make changes WHEN WE WANT
TO!!!!!! We just really haven’t wanted to up until now. </span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">When the large organizations can begin working together, the rescue
efforts can stop bickering and feeding their own egos, the local governments will be held
to the fire when they fail to protect their local animals by upholding the existing laws,
the media can finally have a strong and informative story to tell, schools aren’t
afraid of a one hour program for fear of affecting their almighty test scores and
corporations can finally see that solutions actually offer additional $$ to their bottom
line, we may begin to see improvements - even solutions. It’s called “working
smarter, not harder“.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">Should it be that we are unable to handle our differences
within this movement with more direction and less immaturity, we will be forced to
leave these problems to our children - admitting we were incapable of solving the problems
we have spent so much time and effort on. Here is the story we will tell them. <a href="http://www.21stcenturycares.org/storybook.htm">www.21stcenturycares.org/storybook.htm</a>
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<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">For those of you who still have doubts, go to <a href="http://www.21stcenturycares.org/natexp.htm">www.21stcenturycares.org/natexp.htm</a>
to see over 30 magazine and research articles from major newspapers lending additional
support for these views.</span></span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02114458839856053449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3091043879560551094.post-24108048863437514332013-06-05T15:40:00.000-07:002013-06-05T15:40:16.703-07:00RESCUE PEOPLE AND HUMANE EDUCATION SHOULD GO HAND IN HAND<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span><span style="color: #ead1dc;"><br /></span><b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #ead1dc;"> THE OFFICIAL VERDICT IS IN.</span><br /><span style="color: #ead1dc;"></span><br /><span style="color: #ead1dc;"> GUILTY!!!</span></span></b><br /><span style="color: #ead1dc;"></span><span style="color: #ead1dc;"><br /><span style="font-size: small;">-------------------------------------------------</span><br /><b><br /><span style="font-size: small;">Yes, we are all guilty of not doing enough and not </span><span style="font-size: small;">embracing changes that could benefit the animals.</span></b><br /><br /><i><span style="font-size: small;">Co-authored by Randy Warner and Mary Ultz, Humane Educator City of Huntsville</span></i><br /><br /><span style="font-size: small;"> To answer the question, I would say an emphatic YES!! There is no other group of people who devote more time, effort, compassion or personal finances into a job or hobby than do most rescuers. But, educating just one family at a time, as opposed to 50 families at a time is obviously not as productive. And lets face it. Trying to convince an adult to change their ways of handling and caring for their pets is about as successful as convincing your spouse you are ‘right’ during an argument.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: small;">Rescuers are concerned with education, they just don’t know it. </span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: small;">Should Rescuers be considered humane educators as well?</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: small;">They ARE! Sometimes they just don’t know it. They speak from the front lines of the dog and cat rescue battles. Rescuers have the most, as well as the best, information regarding pets and their unique stories, along with the reasons why....</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: small;"> Rescue is a passion-driven field. Logic and business sense are frequently put on hold because some little angel needs some extra care today. I mean, it's not like your profit margins are going to be factored by investors on Monday, right?</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: small;">Now, I'm quite sure that accomplishing an education effort takes different strategies than what most of the public assumes, but I believe it can be done. Not everyone will agree, not everyone will wish to participate, but at the very least, nearly everyone can read this and think about it.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: small;"> From 1985 ‘til now I’ve done rescue primarily for Dalmatians—and others when needed. I know how difficult it is, how expensive it is, to what extent you can be drawn into an effort that never seems to end. </span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: small;">It's the ''never seems to end'' part that I want to ask YOU about. I'm addressing this to all those who devote their valuable and wonderful time and assets toward saving dogs' lives, the rescuer. I have a challenge for you…</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: small;"> I’d like to suggest that you give 20% of your time, efforts and money to getting a strong and substantial humane education program into your area schools. I do not mean to infer that your present efforts are not necessary or important. I know it is crucial to so many animals’ lives to continue what you’re doing.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: small;"> But, that being said, if you ONLY do rescue, you are simply making it easier for those who are borderline about keeping their pets, and you are also assuring that your children’s generation and your grandchildren’s generation will be forced to do the same level of rescue as you do now. You must do everything you can to educate this younger group of people before they head down the very same path as their parents.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: small;">Each and every one of you has the knowledge, experience, compassion and everything else needed to make a HUGE difference in the next generation!!! You can't do it by saying "I don't have time" or offering other excuses. Spending 100% of your available time rescuing simply puts all future dogs in jeopardy, because you did NOT do enough to resolve the underlying problems for the future. You will continue to clean up the mess after yesterday’s parade. I would hope that you would rather see the front of the horse once in a while.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: small;"> If you are willing to work toward this momentous effort, I don’t want you to be overwhelmed. Try 5% per year for humane education over the next five years and increase accordingly. Some of you are not comfortable as public speakers. If that is the case, consider recruiting a friend or neighbor who supports your efforts and wants to do more. Many schools (even in this economy) have ''speaker'' funds and will write you a check for $100 as you leave. You could bring in as much as $500/week for 5 hours’ work. We all know how helpful money is in our pocket. Why not earn money for our rescue endeavors while we spread the message to make rescue unnecessary? As a rescuer, you can send information to schools of your choice and follow up to see which class got that information.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: small;"> What if you spent only one hour a weekend handing out information to the public? Minimal cost for copies, countless contacts to pet owners!</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: small;"> If you have a website, place some information there as well. One more link about the overpopulation and how people can help end it will not take too much effort, but will save lives in the end! Everything I have on my site is for public use. The more people that check out my site, the more their awareness and information levels increase, thus they act more responsibly. If you don’t have the time for another page, PUT A LINK TO MY PAGE ON YOUR PAGE! Everything on my site will resound loudly in the ears of anyone who has helped with rescue and listening to the idiots make up excuses for these poor innocent pets.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: small;"> Some principals tell me that I’m not needed at their school, because most of their students already have pets. WELL, A BIG STUPID DUH TO THEM!! But once I’m invited into a school, you would not believe the impact that my 45-minute program has on these young minds. I take all five of my dogs: 2 dals, (one deaf) a coyote, a pit bull and a beagle-basset mix. My presentation is blunt, direct, fun, AND VERY INFORMATIVE. I barely mention what they think they'll hear. When we depart, each face looks so much different from when we first arrived. It’s amazing. The kids are motivated to form a humane education club or at least take on a year long project to accomplish something to help animals. Amazingly, teachers and staff tell me how much even they learned and then thank me.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: small;"> You need to be well versed in supportive information to check all claims, suggestions and rules enforced in contracts. I'll bet every rescuer out there knows exactly what I'm talking about.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: small;"> I just hope that some of you see that we all have room for growth, change and expansion of our duties. If we are creative, we can accomplish so much more. If only 20% of the rescuers who read this decide to do SOMETHING, that would be over a thousand people. Now, a thousand people visiting schools just 3 times a year is 3,000 MORE classrooms visited. 3,000 classrooms this year with 40 students each is 120,000 EDUCATED youth who will not likely need to services of rescuers or animal control agencies except for adoptions. Then, I've surpassed my goal considerably!! </span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">For all those who say 'we can't' for whatever reason, would you rather be part of the Rescue</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">Janitorial staff than the Engineering or Research Departments who will be a vital part of the solution?</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;"> </span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">When you pass on, can you guarantee that someone similar will step into your shoes and take over with the same fervor and compassion to save the dogs of tomorrow?? Wouldn't you like to try and save some of them NOW while you can? With every good presentation you give, you are likely to save 10-50 dogs depending on the number of ears listening. And it only takes an hour and maybe $15. (gas, 50 copies and lunch at McDonalds on the way home)</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: small;">CAN YOU MEET THE CHALLENGE OF EDUCATION TO CREATE PROBLEM RESOLUTION?</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: small;"> I would love nothing more than NOT to do rescue because it is not necessary. Until then, I will continue along my path of education for solution. I choose to be pro-active to end overpopulation, not just re-active to current demands.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: small;">We also welcome any and all creative and successful projects you may be aware of to put on the site and share with others.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: small;">WORK SMART, NOT HARD</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: small;"> I would love nothing more than NOT to do rescue because it is not necessary. Until then, I will continue along my path of education for solution. I choose to be pro-active to end overpopulation, not just re-active to current demands.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: small;"> “I am only one, but still I am one. I cannot do everything, but still I can do something; and because I cannot do everything, I will not refuse to do something that I can do.”</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: small;">Edward Everett Hale, 1794 –1865, American Orator and Statesman</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: small;">Anyone interested in gaining materials for humane education, strategies for gaining access to schools (which will become the most challenging part of this) topics to discuss, whether to bring dogs along, etc. can email 21stcares@citlink.net. You will be provided with any and all information we can offer to get your questions answered and help you successfully present these points and reach your goals. No charge for any service.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: small;">We also welcome any and all creative and successful projects you may be aware of to put on the site and share with others.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: small;">WORK SMART, NOT HARD</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: small;"> </span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: small;"> </span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02114458839856053449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3091043879560551094.post-4539883895840497882013-06-05T15:37:00.000-07:002013-06-05T15:37:44.785-07:00I AM SADDENED BY TODAY'S RESCUE EFFORTS<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-size: small;"><em><strong>This was written by
one who happens to view these problems in the same manner as do many large national
corporate executives who refuse to involve themselves wtih rescue organizations or to be
more helpful in their efforts.</strong></em></span></span></div>
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I am saddened to see a disturbing trend that
Animal Rescue people around</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
the country can become entrenched in the political and personality</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
conflicts that seems to defeat the whole purpose of rescuing those more</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
defenseless then ourselves. I'm sure this is nothing new, however it's</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
something that NEEDs to become extinct.</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
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It appears to me that by the very nature of the work we do, trying to</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
save as many animals as we can, we can become lost in the concept that</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
ONLY *I* can do the job right. Instead of noting how much someone IS</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
doing we feel the need to point out the things that they aren't doing, or</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
that we might do differently. Unfortunately that is the very disease that</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
corrupts the foundation of Animal Rescue. It is easy to become so focused</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
on the bad things that we see, we forget about the good things we see.</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
This continuous negativity, can strangle the roots of any rescue</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
organization and cause irreparable damage. When time and energy is spent</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
focusing on personality conflicts and intolerance of other methods that</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
might not exactly match our own, it takes that much time and energy away</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
from the business of saving animals. </span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
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In a perfect world all VOLUNTEERS would have 28 hours a day to dedicate</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
to the animal rescue work that they do. Everyone would agree on training</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
methods, care protocols, and placement standards. Each foster would have</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
enough room to house all their foster animals in a home atmosphere</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
instead of a kennel, the rescue organization would have enough money to</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
furnish the best food, treats, and absolute maximum suggested veterinary</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
care available. </span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
But alas, this is not a perfect world. Rescue VOLUNTEERS juggle jobs,</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
family, their own pets, medical issues, personal problems, AND their</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
volunteer work. Standards shift, beliefs and ideals may clash with</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
others, but I choose to believe that each VOLUNTEER is doing everything</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
THEY believe they can to help the organization. And I haven't walked in</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
their shoes. I don't know what bills they can and cannot pay, at fights</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
they may be having with family and friends. I don't know how many hours</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
they already dedicate to Rescue so I shouldn't judge what they do give. </span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
Today as I sit at work, dealing with the reality of two fatal accidents,</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
and juggle Animal Rescue calls about various issues, this whole struggle</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
sinks home. On one hand I am struggling with the concept that two people</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
will not go home today. Their families will never have the opportunity to</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
spend time with them again. EVER. The good that these people might have</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
done in their communities in the future has now been lost. And I wonder</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
about what would be said if one of those people had been me, or any other</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
Animal Rescue volunteer. </span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
Would I be appreciated for the things I had done, the accomplishments I</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
had achieved, for the effort I made, or would I be criticized for my</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
methods, judged by all that was left to be done? </span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
In this electronic, fast past, hectic world I believe we have at times</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
lost sight of the very foundation of "good will to man". We have</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
forgotten, or don't have time to remember, that, caring, compassion, and</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
kindness are the very foundations of what Animal Rescues are based on. </span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
So the next time we are prone to criticizes someone else's job, point out</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
their flaws or faults, discourage someone else's efforts because their</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
methods don't match ours we need to stop. We need to consider their</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
efforts. We need to praise and acknowledge the good they ARE doing. If we</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
want to save animals we have to save ourselves from each other first.</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
Otherwise we lose the very people who are willing and able to help us</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
accomplish our goals. We need to stop jumping to conclusions and</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
attacking each other before we discover the facts and consider all</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
options and beliefs.</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
Our methods may be different, our standards may not be identical, but our</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
goals are the same. Words can hurt, they do cause pain, they can scar,</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
and they can cause retreat, flight, and failure. Or they can cause hope,</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
they can cause accomplishments, they can cause change and success. We</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
decide which by our actions, our tolerance, and our understanding. Are we</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
going to work to our maximum potential or are we going to get lost in the</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
struggles of politics and egos? And who suffers the most when we are</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
lost?</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
Some thoughts to ponder.</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">
A Concerned Rescuer in America</span></span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02114458839856053449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3091043879560551094.post-65491338206771922012013-06-05T15:31:00.000-07:002013-06-15T09:06:09.997-07:00YOU HAVE THE POTENTIAL TO MAKE CHANGE<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;"> Y O U . . .</span></b><br /><br /><span style="font-size: large;">Have The Key To Make Any and All Changes Necessary To Help The Animals !!</span><br />People just do not realize the potential we have by giving just a bit of our day to doing something different in lieu of the same or related thing. It actually opens up various avenues that leads to the same goals. Some of these newly discovered venues will be noticeable improvements from the road taken by everyone else. We just have to be open to change, smart enough to recognize when change is necessary and determined enough to make a few of these changes in spite of the conflicts from others. Ignoring these new avenues is the simple largest factor in the animal movement not moving forward in a more productive manner.<br /><br />I find the today that the politicians do not look at things the way we do. Even one of the county commissioners in Champaign County, Ohio, told me straight up "we do not have time for animal problems - we have human problems which are more important. At least that is all we hear from our constituents. I hear that from my working partners in politics all around the nation as well. Because the animal people are so busy working on today's animals which stem from yesterday's problems, they don't take the time to recognize that it is actually tomorrow that can and will make the changes that everyone really wants." It's not through the large animal organizations that anything of any measurable amount can be achieved. I believe that has been proven substantially over the decades.. With the ever growing number of communities across the nation who are killing 80% of the animals that come into the city or county run pounds, how many of them have actually been approached by one of the larger animal orgs offering guidelines or financial assistance to make the necessary changes in local laws, implementing a humane education program or changing the elected officials to garner the necessary support required for these plans to work?<br /><br />Politicians forget who out they in office - the people - and the people have concerns (when they learn about them) in which they are interested. They really do listen to the voters - it is, afterall, how they secure re election votes. If enough people around the nation had suddenly begun to believe that the color red has negative properties and that blue was the better alternative, you better bet your last dollar that any and every candidate across this nation would be seen with blue in their outfit - completely void of any red.<br /><br />Politicians need to be educated as well. They are always looking for ways to save money. So, it's up to us to show them the facts. In New Hampshire, a statewide program cut the cost of neutering pets to $10 for poor residents. The state saved $3 in animal control costs for every $1 spent on the program. And it saved animals' lives. Over an eight-year period between 1993 and 2001, the state recorded a nearly 75 percent drop in the number of dogs and cats killed. Cities that manage to stem their animal kill rates don't stop with sterilization. They often pair those services with extensive public education. Those efforts let the public know the size of the problem and what happens to thousands of unwanted pets every year. Cities have taken out billboards, allowed euthanasias to be recorded and shown by news media, and walked shelter dogs wearing the dates they'll be killed if they aren't adopted.<br /><br /><br />2004 is an election year. The question I hear most is "are you pro life or pro choice?" This is a good question for people running for national office, our U.S. Senates and U.S. Congressman. It has nothing to do with state, county and local government. Why are we not asking the state, county and local politicians if they are in favor of humane education in our schools and if they favor adoption programs as opposed to euthanasia of animals?. These are issues that state, county and local politicians have say over. Clearly, if these two topics were hammered into their heads now, they would appear in their platforms for election campaigns later on. "We don't think we need to shock the community by showing them 50 dead animals," The city of Charlotte, then took on a more gentle approach and it was a downright pure undeniable failure. $4 million a year to catch, house and kill animals, it has done little to address the cause of the problem. When a local group convinced one of the network TV stations to air live euthanasia during their eve news each night for a full week, the message was clear and they experienced a drastic decrease of 50% in the following weeks that continued until a new program could be implemented.<br /><br />Elected officials do everything in their power not to upset any voter or offend any one of their constituents. It may cost them votes. So, it will become very clear as to which ones are actually 'on board' with saving the animals by their actions.<br /><br />Clearly stated by a county commissioner in Mohave County Arizona, if everyone in rescue and/or animal rights would ask these questions of their local politicians, we would change the face of local government. Clearly, there are millions and millions of people involved in rescue and rights across the nation. If we all voted for candidates who are in tune with our issues, we could change the face of local government. His brother is in government in another state as well as his brother in law. They would both tell everyone the same thing.<br /><br />People do not realize the power that is within their grasp. This is what I think would do more that anything else. If the animal people would just simply assert themselves to the elected officials and state two things clearly, not only would they have a say in the government's decisions since the politicians want to be re-elected, they would actually see those changes come about. They (the animal people ) would actually have more of a voice in the government than any lobbying effort known today - including the NRA and others combined.<br /><br />The two things would be to enforce and clean up existing animal protection laws and the implementation of a mandatory humane education curriculum in our schools. There is no other way to start the ball rolling. If the next generation grows up with the same ignorance that this generation has grown up with, then not only are rescuers going to be facing the same level of unwanted animals in the shelters around the nation and on the streets, they will likely be facing even more since the population is growing.<br /><br />Example: From 1992 to 2002, Americans spent over $20billion on animal protection related taxes and donations to various organizations to protect and solve. We are talking about millions and millions of people involved here. How much can you honestly point to on a nationwide scale that is a noticeable change resulting from these tremendous figures? Reason? Each effort is singular in nature, non communicative of other efforts, many times duplicated in corruptive overlaps and many times this combination simply fails to fill in the gaps that would make these efforts more cohesive and successful.<br /><br />Cities and counties which have seen successful results and saved tax-payers dollars as well have all implemented the following programs:<br /><br />* Increase sterilizations and public education, especially in low-income areas.<br />• Increase the number of animals adopted from the shelter.<br />• Embed microchips in animals who leave the shelter so, if they're picked up as strays, the owners can be identified.<br />• Trap and neuter feral cats.<br />• Help pet owners train their adopted animals so they don't develop behavioral problems and get returned to the shelter.<br /><br /><br />Once we elect governments in tune with the issues, we can confront them and educate them that spending millions of dollars in shelter contract and euthanasia projects is money should be use for public education and no-kill shelter facilities. Maybe a little expensive at first but will pay for itself in the near future.<br /><br />Example Clark County, Nevada is spending 1.2 million a year to run the current shelter. The new contact for 2005 (20 year contract) is 1.6 million per year. Multiply that by every shelter or pound in this nation. Yes, some have smaller budgets but the major cities are spending a lot more just to kill the animals. 2002 the city of Las Vegas and Clark County euthanized 24,500 animals. This county has no humane education in the schools at any level. So they will always be facing this same problem. This county also has no plan to attempt to adopt out more dogs and cats through programs that other cities have successfully implemented, so they are not operating anything less than a facility to kill animals. Clark County is Las Vegas. To spend this amount of funding on nothing more than killing animals is an unconscionable waste of life and a needless drain on public money." Not one of the animal orgs came forward with an offer to help or any real life suggestions. They are all worried about yesterday's problems today and securing funding to stay afloat.<br /><br />Local and national projects of educating the children is very important. Neither of these ideas takes money. They only take communication and persistence to educate those who can and will make these issues become laws that are sensible and enforceable. These ideas then become law at the voting booth. Plain and simple.<br /></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02114458839856053449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3091043879560551094.post-76208004760076660032013-06-05T15:15:00.000-07:002013-06-05T15:15:29.854-07:00A NEW APPROACH TO EDUCATION<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><strong> A NEW APPROACH TO ANIMAL RIGHTS/ ANIMAL WELFARE ACTIVISM </strong></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>---Attacking the root, not the branches</i><br /><br />-<i>--The problems arise when people attack or discriminate against AW or AR. Usually through a total misunderstanding of what each is wanting to do.</i></span></span></div>
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<i><span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Additional pages on this site that shed light on similar ideas to help move this effort forward are found at <a href="http://www.21stcenturycares.org/whyvote.htm">www.21stcenturycares.org/whyvote.htm</a> and <a href="http://www.21stcenturycares.org/whyorganize.htm">www.21stcenturycares.org/whyorganize.htm</a> as well as <a href="http://www.21stcenturycares.org/potential.htm">www.21stcenturycares.org/potential.htm</a> All provide eye-opening support for the incredible need to group and become more involved.</span></span></i></div>
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<br /><b><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">L</span></b><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">ooking around us, we often want to think that things are getting better for nonhuman animals thanks to the work of the many organizations, groups and individuals defending the consideration of their interests as sentient beings. But we tend to see everything done "for the animals" as something positive that will make people change their attitudes towards them. This, far from being true, is the last nail in the coffin for this movement and the animals defended by it. A lack of reflection and criticism has driven us to a point at which we are often considered lunatics or emotional freaks. Due to the actual situation of the animal rights movement in terms of strategy, tactics and effectiveness, a new perspective on the issue appears to be necessary.<br /><br />First of all, I want to express my support to all of those who fight against the exploitation, killing, or use of sentient creatures. Although I show certain disagreements with certain views, methods, or campaigns, I do not underestimate the efforts, good intentions, or work of those carrying them out. Everyone really wanting to help animals should be happy to be criticized so that they can analyze their work better and decide if they can improve what they are doing. It is very sad to see that the most widespread attitude towards criticism is: "If you don't like it, don't do it. You do your thing; I'll do mine." That way, the movement will never develop.<br /><br />Also, there are things that can be counterproductive, which can affect the work of others, and thus animals. So, if someone is doing something that might damage this cause, we should not shut up. Also, if someone has an idea that could improve our effectiveness, her/his comments should be welcomed, not simply ignored or dismissed without any real consideration. Nobody is perfect, and we constantly do things that could be done in a better way. Lots of times we notice it ourselves after a while, but sometimes we just don't think of it until someone says it. Accepting you were doing something wrong (or simply that you could have done it better) doesn't mean accepting you are a bad or stupid person. What actually shows a lack of wisdom is to think that everything you do is fine and that there is nothing for you to change. Wise people realize they can always do things better and evolve constantly to improve their effectiveness.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Activists should have a deeper look at the issue and see the great power they have to change things on a larger scale. It is understandable that seeing animals suffering in front of us is very difficult to cope with, but those who are not there for us to see are probably hidden because they are suffering much more. And the fact that we don’t see something doesn't mean it doesn't happen.<br /><br />Still, trying to achieve nonhuman-animal liberation this way seems not only terribly slow but impossible. And let's not forget that those saved animals need attention, which makes many activists spend their time taking care of a few animals instead of saving millions by campaigning (and the same goes for the large sums of money spent on sanctuaries).<br /><br />We must not lose perspective, and we shall choose those campaigns that will save more animals in the long run. The animals who exist today are a very tiny percentage of the animals who will be killed and tortured in the coming centuries and millennia. Paying excessive attention to those who suffer today is condemning millions more to suffer the same fate. We can’t save them all, but let’s save all the ones we can!<br /><br />Campaigns such as the ones mentioned are wasting enormous amounts of money, activists, time, and other resources in promoting not the egalitarian treatment of all sentient beings. Not surprising to anyone who actually made it through the entire article, there is simply no better manner of getting more people involved or teaching the masses what they obviously do not know than through humane education. This, my friends, is most useful and effective in our schools, yet most simply cannot see the forest for the trees.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Remember, our primary goal is to save as many animals as possible. That cannot be achieved if the major focus is on today's animals. We need to recognize the millions and billions of animals yet to be born that are simply ignored until it's almost too late for most of them. That in itself shows incredible ignorance on the part of humans.<br /><br />I hope no one feels offended by the comments in this article and that everyone understands that my only intention is to improve the movement to end all exploitation, use, or killing of beings with the ability to suffer and to enjoy life.<br /><br />Many activists often say that AR and AW groups should work together and not criticize one another. Indeed, there are many groups who call themselves AR and constantly carry out AW campaigns or use AW arguments (e.g., referring to the regulations not being followed in farms or labs, workers causing animals "unnecessary" pain, anesthetics not being used, cages being dirty or small...).<br /><br />So-called welfarism is the main enemy of AR. You just need to talk to people on the street to find out that there is practically no one saying, "I don't give a damn about animals suffering in factory farms, or in experiments, or during slaughter." Instead, the most common comment is "Oh, yes! This way of treating animals is horrible. But there are farmers who have them on fields and kill them humanely, and experimenters who use anesthetics…" Many others also say, "I know everything about it; I only buy free-range."<br /><br />Very few people agree with "outright cruelty." What we have to make clear is that it is unfair to breed, use, or kill someone for your own purposes without his/her consent. And, in light of the practical impossibility of being certain about consent in the case of nonhumans, the idea that they can consent must be completely ruled out.<br /><br />No one can ever say s/he is on the animals’ side when stating that it is acceptable to kill or breed them as long as you do it nicely. It is true that many people that use welfarist methods do actually think that the use of animals should be abolished, but they find their way of campaigning a more effective way of achieving that goal. Nevertheless, for the public, the strategy you follow, and not your objectives, is the idea they have of you. This means that what people understand of a welfarist campaign is that it is fine to use animals if you do it carefully and "humanely." And then, although personally many of us might feel close to those campaigners, publicly we need to oppose them, as they justify the utilization of sentient creatures (or, at least, that is what the public will understand).<br /><br />Animals are not property; they are not resources. They are individuals with an interest in living their lives, and doing so free from pain, exploitation, or coercion imposed by other actors. Our interest in not being subjected to suffering comes from our ability to feel pain and discomfort. Our interest in living, and doing it in freedom, is due to our ability to feel pleasure and joy. When we die, our interest in not suffering disappears, as we don't suffer when dead. But all our chances of experiencing any further joy or pleasure are ended. That is why all sentient creatures with the ability to feel positive experiences must have the right to live. This should be added to the right to live painlessly and freely (the lack of freedom causes suffering and doesn't allow pleasurable activities to be carried out).<br /><br />To reach a situation in which public awareness means that fewer animals are killed or exploited is a step towards animal liberation. However, although a change such as animals being killed with less pain or bred in better conditions is not something we should oppose, we must not be the ones to promote it.<br /><br />Many activists call themselves "animal lovers" and tell others to love animals instead of killing them. This is quite inappropriate, as you can't ask others to feel one thing or another; all that is needed is for people to respect them and to leave them alone. Also, by talking about love instead of justice, we make AR seem like a sentimental issue instead of a very important ethical question. Actually, most people who come up to stalls and say they love animals appear to eat meat or defend vivisection for medical research.<br /><br />It is more important to teach others that animals matter in themselves and that the fact of harming them is wrong in itself, because they are sentient, not because it is bad for us. Suggesting that the problem of “animal abuse” is that it causes abuse of humans is plain anthropocentrism.</span></div>
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<em><small><span style="color: #d9d2e9; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;">A one-time expenditure of $50 million would bring humane education to our nations' schools</span></small></em></div>
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<small><span style="color: #d9d2e9; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;">Due to the fact that I am not only proposing a philosophical conceptual framework regarding the effectiveness of Humane Education, but I am also a practitioner applying my theory within practical contexts, I consider myself an action researcher. In other words, I don’t only provide the rationale and philosophical underpinnings of my work, I actually go out there and apply it hands on. Furthermore, I am collaborating with professional researchers who are capable of taking my findings (i.e. data) and analyzing and interpreting those findings (i.e. scientifically based research).</span></small></div>
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<small><span style="color: #d9d2e9; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;">Although Americans have been donating a billion dollars annually to their favorite animal protection group (that's AFTER the nearly one billion they also pay in taxes for local and area animal control efforts) for over 25 years, we still see few tangible results. I am so determined to prove that my idea is a likely solution to many if not most of our problems, that I have outlined it to the best of my ability. We may need to include in this budget the cost for professional research to offer the educators, who don't care about humane education but do care about science, math and reading test scores, that our program can improve all of the above.</span></small></div>
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<small><span style="color: #d9d2e9; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;">So, with $2 billion each year going mainly to salaries, condos, jet planes, office buildings and printing costs to raise more funds for next year, I'm asking for just $50 million on <em>a one time basis</em> to start this idea rolling on a nationwide scale that will undoubtedly prove its cause worthy. However, thus far, I've not even been able to fill the $50 million costs.</span></small></div>
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<small><span style="color: #d9d2e9; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;">Each State would receive money for advertising in all newspapers that serve communities of 20,000 residents or more. These stats would be from the most recent census. The ads would be larger than the average ad to garner attention. With this endeavor, it is hoped that we would gain substantial media attention as well - helping to further our cause of gaining the attention of all those who believe in humane education and would be willing to volunteer in some way.</span></small></div>
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<small><span style="color: #d9d2e9; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;">I would like to incorporate this within my tour if possible. My presence in cities, when I have five big dogs that are traveling with me across country, usually gets front page photo coverage and several other interviews on TV news, etc. </span></small></div>
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<small><span style="color: #d9d2e9; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;">I'd have several packages of information to send out. I would also send one for the person who is organizing the program (i.e. Program Coordinator) and another for the people who would actually go into the schools with me. My informational packet would outline every possible need and the steps to take. Therefore, I would be responsible for long distance calls, printing, envelopes and postage costs. Obviously, I need the funds to complete these tasks.</span></small></div>
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<small><span style="color: #d9d2e9; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;">These funds could also include supplying people with some travel expenses or a post office box rental, etc. It would be very important to assure the continuation of the local marketing for volunteers for up to two years after the initial local programs begin for simple attrition. We would want them to run this as a volunteer 'business' and to become non profit. From that point on, they could be named anything they wanted and continue getting grants at will.</span></small></div>
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<small><span style="color: #d9d2e9; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;">NOBODY anywhere is doing anything along these lines at all.Everyone is too wrapped up in their own little efforts (noble, but highly individualized) to really recognize the need for change or the importance of having a human being who will actully address tomorrow's decision makers is person with some 'live aides' to make it interesting. MOST EVERY ''humane education'' organization is still just a bunch of paper pushers. They offer materials on their website, but that is no guarantee ANYONE is reading it or putting it to use. Others pride themselves by sending thousands and thousands of copies of an animal magazine to schools. Still no real proof that they are being read by any students. All are supportive of Humane Education and will do class presentations when asked, but don't go looking for them and many even charge for their services.</span></small></div>
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<small><span style="color: #d9d2e9; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;">Packages of info:<br />Brochure costs: $3 each (copies of additional info included cost would be $2 each). Envelopes would cost an additional 50 cents each and postage would be $1, totaling $6.50</span></small></div>
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<small><span style="color: #d9d2e9; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;">Each city would need up to 10 of the start up packages. That is $ 325,000. Each city could ask for up to 100 volunteer kits at $8 each (additional info included from start up) $4million<br /><br />I would still need to add in long distance phone charges and other miscellaneous items. My tour will cost $175,000 including motor home, gas, insurance, printing and food. After the tour, I can donate the motor home or resell it to get some money back.</span></small></div>
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<small><span style="color: #d9d2e9; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;">I don't want to ask for a penny that I won't need. I want to CLEARLY PROVE beyond a shadow of a doubt that humane education has its place in a civilized society and that it has benefits that are visible within 5 years of start up and even more at the ten year span.</span></small></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><em>The Unti/DeRosa chapter on humane education is the most thorough treatment we have seen yet of the rise and fall of humane education as a movement unto itself during the early 20th century. The Bands of Mercy organized by Massachusetts SPCA founder George Angell and successors eventually reached more than four million children with an ambitious equation of humane education with moral education.</em></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">After the outbreak of WW I, The message of universal peace through humane education was subordinated to patriotic imperatives. Humane education did not become more central to the work of SPCA's in the years that followed.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Instead, as humane societies took on animal control duties to ensure economic survival, the growing burden of capturing and killing homeless dogs and cats, cast other initiatives, including humane education, to the margins of activity. What survived was the simple lessons of kindness to pets.. Both self censorship and the constraints imposed by educational institutions, prevented humane education from reaching into the realm of institutionalized use of animals, such as animal experimentation and the mass production of animals for food and fur.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">More than half of the Unti/DeRosa chapter dwells on the difficulty of quantifying the effects of humane education, reflecting the contemporary obsession with the meeting standards with can be verified through testing. But humane education has had one verifiable success, Unti and DeRosa conclude: "Whatever the level of success on other fronts of humane work, wanton acts of individual cruelty against pets are now usually seen as the signs of a maladjusted and sick personality.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Conversely, a kind disposition toward such animals is considered an important attribute of the well adjusted individual.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Actually, British satirical engraver William Wogarth among others, counted on his audience to have similar views long before there were any humane societies.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color: #ead1dc;">However, schoolroom humane education has probably help to validate and empower the feelings of the majority of people who disapprove of cruelty. A series of surveys done in China since 1998 show that attitudes toward cruelty to animals there are essentially the same as in the US, - but in China, because people who disapprove of cruelty are conspicuous, especially by the minority of the population who eat dogs and cats and wildlife and by those who attend zoos as spectacles rather than from the love of animals.<br /> </span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.blogger.com/null" name="NoahsArk"></a>Protecting the Modern "Noah's Ark"</span></span></h3>
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">A $1 million campaign of print, television, and radio advertisements to urge Congress
to keep the Endangered Species Act has been launched by the Evangelical Environmental
Network (EEN) on behalf of more than 1,000 churches nationwide.</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Calvin DeWitt, co-founder of the network and an environmental studies professor at the
University of Wisconsin-Madison, said, "The Endangered Species Act allows not only
for the preservation of the species but of their homes." He called the act "the
Noah's Ark of our day."</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Formed in 1993 as part of Evangelicals for Social Action, the EEN's current campaign
counters the perception that conservative Christians are often at odds with
environmentalists, DeWitt said. He hoped to mobilize an estimated 30 million to 50 million
evangelicals by distributing 30,000 "Creation Care" packets across the country,
urging church members to participate in local nature preservation activities and to
organize as "Noah congregations."</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">The EEN has affiliates that include a group of 88 evangelical colleges and the
Intervarsity Christian Fellowship, with a membership of 27,000 students on nearly 600
campuses and several other Christian groups for young people.</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Evangelicals for Social Action, a theologically conservative but politically liberal
group, has been addressing social questions since the 1970s. The group is part of a larger
effort spearheaded by the National Religious Partnership for the Environment, joining
different religious traditions with secular environmentalism. Providing the financial
backing is the Environmental Information Center, a Washington-based nonprofit group formed
in early 1995 to work on environmental issues with religious, scientific, consumer and
health groups that are not primarily part of environmental movement.</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Quoting from the book of Genesis, DeWitt said the story of Noah and the Ark is
"the first endangered species act proclaimed in written history." Its
conclusion, DeWitt noted, is a covenant with the creator to sustain all life.</span></span><br />
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<big><u><b> ARTICLES</b></u></big></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="http://www.all-creatures.org/hr/hra-holocaust.htm">THE
HOLOCAUST CONTROVERSY:</a> How and why the fate of animals and the fate of humans were
linked together</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="http://www.all-creatures.org/hr/hra-dominion.htm">DOMINION: The
Power of Man, the Suffering of Animals and the Call<span lang="en-us"> </span>to Mercy</a>....An
overview of the book that has broken through media<span lang="en-us"> </span>barriers to
reach the general public. </span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="http://www.all-creatures.org/hr/hra-isveg.htm">Is Vegetarianism
a Virtue? Is Carnivorism A Vice?</a>..<span lang="en-us">.</span>Can the eating<span lang="en-us"> </span>of flesh become an anomaly in our Western culture? </span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="http://www.all-creatures.org/hr/hra-ovid.htm">JESUS,<span lang="en-us"> </span>OVID, AND VEGETARIANISM</a>: Was the Christ less compassionate<span lang="en-us"> </span>than the Pagan? </span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="http://www.all-creatures.org/hr/hra-carnivorous.htm">THE
CARNIVOROUS SHEPHERDS</a>: The Prophets Zechariah and Ezekiel<span lang="en-us"> </span>condemned
those who ate the flesh of sheep.</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="http://www.all-creatures.org/hr/hra-money.htm">JESUS, THE
MONEYCHANGERS & ANIMAL SACRIFICE</a>. The moneychangers<span lang="en-us"> </span>were
not the target of Christ's outrage. </span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.all-creatures.org/hr/hra-popecats.htm"><big>THE POPE AND THE
HOMELESS CATS: John Paul II Had A Dream....</big></a></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><big><a href="http://www.all-creatures.org/hr/hra-ar.htm">ANIMAL RIGHTS: Contemporary
Concern or Ongoing Issue?</a>...........From the keynote address given at the 7th annual
EarthCare Conference.</big></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><big><a href="http://www.all-creatures.org/hr/hrareligion.htm">RELIGION: FRIEND OR FOE
OF ANIMAL ACTIVISM</a>....by Richard H. Schwartz, Ph.D, author of "Judaism and
Vegetarianism."</big></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><big><a href="http://www.all-creatures.org/hr/hraeastertime.htm">EASTERTIME AND THE
LAMBS OF GOD</a>. Warning: this article may be offensive to carniverous Christians</big></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.all-creatures.org/hr/hrachristmas.htm"><big>The Christmas Story:
Glad Tidings for All Creatures</big></a></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b><a href="http://www.all-creatures.org/hr/hrafur.htm">THE IMMORALITY OF WEARING
FUR</a></b>...Buying, selling or wearing fur manages to violate three of the ten
commandments </span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.all-creatures.org/hr/hragodscov.htm"><b>GOD'S COVENANT WITH
ANIMALS</b></a>: excerpts from the newly published book written by the editor of
Humane Religion publications.</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><big><a href="http://www.all-creatures.org/hr/hrachickfila.htm">God and Chick-fil-A</a>
Claiming that it is God who has made you prosperous, doesn't make it so.</big></span></span> <br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">BOOK BONUS: Read the first chapter of <a href="http://www.all-creatures.org/hr/hratsnhod1.htm"><b>THEY SHALL NOT HURT OR
DESTROY</b></a>: Animal Rights and Vegetarianism in the Western Religious tradition.
Written by Vasu Murti, this book has been endorsed by ministers, rabbis and
representatives of animal rights organizations like PETA and THE FUND FOR ANIMALS. </span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.all-creatures.org/hr/hraaquinas.htm">AQUINAS, ANIMAL RIGHTS &
CHRISTIANITY</a>: The spiritual ignorance and prejudice of long-dead men continues to make
life a hell-on-earth for animals. </span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.all-creatures.org/hr/hrasparrow.htm"><big>"His Eye Is On The
Sparrow"</big></a>....Not a sparrow falls to earth without God's knowledge and
concern.</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.all-creatures.org/hr/hrasacrificeinchurch.htm">ANIMAL SACRIFICE IN
CHRISTIAN CHURCHES</a>.....Animal sacrifices are currently<br />
taking place and there are no plans to stop them. </span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.all-creatures.org/hr/hrajesus.htm">JESUS - ESSENES - DEAD SEA
SCROLLS</a>: The Dead Sea Scrolls give information about the kind of world in which Jesus
lived. </span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.all-creatures.org/hr/hrapagan.htm">THE COMPASSIONATE PAGAN</a>:
Spiritual understanding takes root wherever it finds fertile ground.</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.all-creatures.org/hr/hraschweitzer.htm">ALBERT SCHWEITZER</a>: His
Christianity embraced and served all God's<br />
creatures.</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.all-creatures.org/hr/hracarrots.htm">ON KILLING CARROTS</a>: In a
sermon heard 'round the world, a Christian minister equates eating plants with eating
animals.</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.all-creatures.org/hr/hrafrontier.htm">SPIRITUAL PIONEERS:</a>
Animal Activists as Spiritual Pioneers. An Editorial by J.R.Hyland. </span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.all-creatures.org/hr/hradeath.htm">LIFE ATER DEATH:</a> Animals And
Humans, together in heavenly places </span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.all-creatures.org/hr/hrasacrific.htm">ANIMAL SACRIFICE:</a> Both
Jews and Christians support the restoration of Temple sacrifices in Jerusalem </span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.all-creatures.org/hr/hrahomosap.htm">HOMO SAPIENS:</a> Was Adam
created to be master of creation or was he a caretaker/gardener? </span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.all-creatures.org/hr/hraecology.htm">ECOLOGY AND CHRISTIAN
ACTIVISTS:</a> The Christian concern for environmental causes is not animal-friendly. </span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.all-creatures.org/hr/hrafall.htm">AFTER THE FALL: GENESIS 3:21:</a>
Does Genesis 3:21 really portray God as the world's first murderer? </span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.all-creatures.org/hr/hrajonesboro.htm">KILLING IN JONESBORO:</a> An
editorial by J. R. Hyland - From the May/June 1998 issus of Humane Religion</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.all-creatures.org/hr/hralion.htm">THE LION WHO LAY DOWN WITH THE
LAMB. </a>The True Story Of A Vegetarian Lion.</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.all-creatures.org/hr/hraslaughter.htm">SLAUGHTER OF THE INNOCENT. </a>The
relationship between the sacrifice of animals at the Jerusalem Temple, and the crucifixion
of Jesus.</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.all-creatures.org/hr/hrajews.htm">JEWS, CHRISTIANS, AND HUNTING. </a>When
it comes to the matter of hunting, there is a wide divergence between Jewish and Christian
tradition.</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.all-creatures.org/hr/hragod.htm">GOD'S COVENANT WITH ALL CREATURES.
</a>Both Ministers and scholars ignore God's covenantal relationship with animals.</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.all-creatures.org/hr/hrawhy.htm">WHY METHUSELAH LIVED SO LONG. </a>The
Bible posits a relationship between longevity and vegetarianism.</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.all-creatures.org/hr/hraanimal.htm">ANIMAL AND HUMAN COMPANIONS. </a>The
book of Genesis tells us that animals were expressly created by God as companions for
human beings.</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.all-creatures.org/hr/hrabib.htm">THE BIBLICAL BASIS OF
VEGETARIANISM. </a>Carnivorism represents just as much of a fall from Grace as does any
other sin.</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.all-creatures.org/hr/hranew.htm">THE NEW MAN? </a>When killing
animals is represented as an opportunity for spiritual growth.</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.all-creatures.org/hr/hraoneman.htm">THE ROAD LESS TRAVELLED: </a>One
Man's Journey To A Compassionate Lifestyle.</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b>Notes:</b></span></span><br />
<ol><span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">
<li><span style="font-size: small;">Al-Hafiz B. A. Masri, "Synopsis of Islamic Teachings on Animal Rights"
(Washington, DC: International Network for Religion and Animals, networking information
sheet). </span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;">Richard Gravely, "Hinduism and Animal Rights" (Washington, DC: International
Network for Religion and Animals, networking information sheet). </span></li>
<span style="font-size: small;">
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<li><span style="font-size: small;">Roger Corless, "The Concern for Animals in Buddhism" (Washington, DC:
International Network for Religion and Animals, networking information sheet). </span></li>
<span style="font-size: small;">
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<li><span style="font-size: small;">Richard Schwartz, "Judaism and Animal Rights" (Washington, DC: International
Network for Religion and Animals, networking information sheet). </span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;">Rev. Dale Ostrander, "A Christian Statement" (Washington, DC: International
Network for Religion and Animals, networking information sheet). </span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;">Bruce McConkie, </span><i>Mormon Doctrine</i><span style="font-size: small;"> (Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1966), 170. </span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;">McConkie, 210-211. </span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;">Ann Cottrell Free, </span><i>Animals, Nature and Albert Schweitzer</i><span style="font-size: small;"> (Washington, DC: The
Flying Fox Press, 1988), x. </span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;">Free, 53. </span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;">Andrew Linzey, </span><i>Christianity and the Rights of Animals</i><span style="font-size: small;"> (New York: Crossroad
Publishing Company, 1987), 40-41. </span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;">J. R. Hyland, </span><i>The Slaughter of Terrified Beasts -- a Biblical Basis for the Humane
Treatment of Animals</i><span style="font-size: small;"> (Sarasota: Viatoris Ministries, 1988), 53. </span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;">Jay B. McDaniel, </span><i>Of God and Pelicans -- A Theology of Reverence for Life</i><span style="font-size: small;">
(Louisville: Westminster/John Knox Press, 1989), 41-47. </span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;">G. Kowalski, </span><i>The souls of animals</i><span style="font-size: small;"> (Walpole, NH: Stillpoint Publishing, 1991), 5. </span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;">Jeffrey G. Sobosan, </span><i>Bless the Beasts -- A Spirituality of Animal Care</i><span style="font-size: small;"> (New York:
Crossroad Publishing Company, 1991), 33-36. </span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;">Catholic Catechism, 1995; pp. 280, 590, as reported in </span><i>INR</i><span style="font-size: small;">O</span><i>A</i><span style="font-size: small;">DS, Number 25,
Fall 1995. </span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;">The World Council of Churches Report, quoted in </span><i>The Animal's Agenda</i><span style="font-size: small;">, April 1989,
13. </span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;">"The Friendly Beasts," 12th century French carol. </span></li>
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<li><span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-size: small;">Linzey, 35. </span></span></li>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b>Resources</b></span></span></h3>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.wizard.net/%7Eethan/ahimsa.htm" target="_blank">Ahimsa</a><br />
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<a href="http://www.all-creatures.org/" target="_blank">All Creatures</a><br />
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<a href="http://www.all-creatures.org/sermons.html" target="_blank">All Creatures Sermons</a><br />
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<a href="http://www.atheistsforanimalrights.us/" target="_blank">Atheists for Animal
Rights</a><br />
<a href="http://www.vegsource.com/biospirituality/main.html" target="_blank"><br />
Biospirituality</a><br />
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<a href="http://www.jesusveg.com/" target="_blank">Blessed Are the Merciful</a><br />
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<a href="http://iago.stfx.ca/people/wsweet/scp.html" target="_blank"><b>Canadian
Society of Christian Philosophers</b></a> </span></b></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.catholic-animals.org/" target="_blank">Catholic-Animals</a><br />
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<a href="http://www.christianresponse.co.uk/" target="_blank">Christian Response Worldwide</a><br />
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<a href="http://www.christianveg.com/" target="_blank">Christian Vegetarian Association</a><br />
<a href="http://www.compassionatespirit.com/" target="_blank"><br />
Compassionate Spirit<br />
</a><br />
<a href="http://www.earthcareonline.org/" target="_blank">EarthCare, Inc.</a><br />
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<a href="http://www.essene.com/" target="_blank">Essene Nazarean Church</a><br />
<a href="http://www.hacres.com/" target="_blank"><br />
Hallelujah Acres</a><br />
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<a href="http://drjackie.freeservers.com/HEALING%20PAGES/Slices/healing_main/NEW/healing_main_new.htm" target="_blank">Healing Our World</a><br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.healthy4him.com/" target="_blank">Healthy For Him</a><a href="http://www.vegsource.com/biospirituality/islam.html" target="_blank"><br />
<br />
</a><a href="http://www.all-creatures.org/hr/" target="_blank">Humane Religion</a></span></b></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.islamicconcern.com/" target="_blank"><b>Islamic Concerns</b></a></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.jesusveg.com/" target="_blank">Jesus Was a Vegetarian</a></span></b></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.jewishveg.com/" target="_blank">Jewish Veg</a><br />
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<a href="http://www.thenazareneway.com/" target="_blank">Nazarene Way</a><br />
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<a href="http://www.rawchristians.org/" target="_blank">Raw Christians</a><br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.geocities.com/%7Eanimalspirits" target="_blank">Shamanism</a><br />
<a href="http://www.serv-online.org/" target="_blank"><br />
Society of Ethical and Religious Vegetarians</a></span></b></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.uua.org/ufeta/" target="_blank"><b>Unitarian Universalists for the
Ethical Treatment of Animals</b></a></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://equalitarian.tripod.com/" target="_blank">Universal Equalitarian Church</a></span></b></span></span></div>
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">For those interested in joining the religious animal rights movement, resources which
may be helpful are listed below.</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">International Network for Religion and Animals (INRA), P.O. Box 77591, Washington, DC
20013-7591. Publications, videos, and resource kits for all major religions can be
obtained from INRA.</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b>Videos:</b></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Fox, Michael. <i>Animals, Nature and Religion</i>. Washington: The Humane Society of
the United States (2100 L Street, Washington, DC 20037. Also available through INRA).</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Regan, Tom.<i> We are All Noah.</i> Raleigh:<i> </i>Culture and Animals Foundation (CIN
Services, Inc., 3509 Eden Croft Drive, Raleigh, NC 27609. Also available through INRA).</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b>Books:</b></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Hyland, J. R. <i>The Slaughter of Terrified Beasts -- a Biblical Basis for the Humane
Treatment of Animals</i>. Sarasota: Viatoris Ministries, 1988.</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Linzey, Andrew.<i> Christianity and the Rights of Animals</i>. New York: The Crossroad
Publishing Company, 1987.</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Linzey, Andrew, and Tom Regan, eds.<i> Animals and Christianity -- A Book of Readings</i>.
New York: The Crossroad Publishing Company, 1988.</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Linzey, Andrew, and Tom Regan, eds.<i> Love the Animals -- Meditations and Prayers</i>.
New York: The Crossroad Publishing Company, 1989.</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">McDaniel, Jay B. <i>Of God and Pelicans -- A Theology of Reverence for Life</i>.
Louisville: Westminster/John Knox Press, 1989.</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Regan, Tom, ed. <i>Animal Sacrifices -- Religious perspectives in the use of animals in
science</i>. Philadelphia: Temple University Press, 1986.</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Regan, Tom, and Andrew Linzey, eds. <i>Song of Creation -- An Anthology of Poems in
Praise of Animals</i>. Basingstoke, UK: Marshall, Morgan and Scott Publication Ltd, 1988.</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Sobosan,<i> </i>Jeffrey G.<i> Bless the Beasts -- A Spirituality of Animal Care</i>.
New York: The Crossroad Publishing Company, 1991.</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0815603223/qid=1019534619/sr=1-6466/ref=sr_1_6466/104-2911910-4251918" target="_blank"><b>All Things Herriot:<br />
James Herriot and His Peaceable Kingdom</b></a><br />
Sanford V. Sternlicht<b><br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0520045718/qid=1018231324/sr=1-3471/ref=sr_1_3471/102-2224670-7024929" target="_blank">All That Dwell Therein</a></b><br />
Tom Regan<br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0452280729/qid=1028997851/sr=8-1/ref=sr_8_1/102-0980330-1501702" target="_blank"><b>Angel Animals:<br />
Exploring Our Spiritual Connection With Animals</b></a><br />
Allen and Linda Anderson<br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1577312252/qid=1015790238/sr=1-152/ref=sr_1_152/102-6844730-0960136" target="_blank"><b>Animal Grace:<br />
Entering a Spiritual Relationship with Our Fellow Creatures</b></a><br />
Mary Lou Randour, Susan Chernak McElroy<br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/1888602228/qid=1072380581/sr=1-1/ref=sr_1_1/103-9126937-3256654?v=glance&s=books" target="_blank"><b>Animal Life in Nature, Myth and Dreams</b></a><br />
Elizabeth Caspari<br />
<b><br />
</b><a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1879181711/qid=1015821186/sr=1-734/ref=sr_1_734/103-9126937-3256654" target="_blank"><b>Animal Meditations:<br />
Shamanic Journeys with your Spirit Allies</b></a><br />
Nicki Scully, Angela Werneke<br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/1886829020/qid=1077329209/sr=1-357/ref=sr_1_357/002-0449420-7404016?v=glance&s=books" target="_blank"><b>Animal Rights and Ecology in Islam</b></a><br />
Assad N. Busool<br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1855068265/qid=1015823769/sr=1-1172/ref=sr_1_1172/104-8879913-5009554" target="_blank"><b>Animal Rights and Souls in the Eighteenth Century</b></a><br />
Aaron V. Garrett (Editor)<b><br />
</b><br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0340669136/qid=1077308308/sr=1-346/ref=sr_1_346/002-0449420-7404016?v=glance&s=books" target="_blank"><b>Animal Right and Wrongs:<br />
A Biblical Perspective</b></a> <br />
J.A Sargent<br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0829814515/qid=1015821362/sr=1-772/ref=sr_1_772/104-8879913-5009554" target="_blank"><b>Animal Rites:<br />
Liturgies of Animal Care</b></a><br />
Andrew Linzey</span></span></span> </div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0935782362/qid=1018933976/sr=1-4822/ref=sr_1_4822/103-9254790-7271053" target="_blank"><b>Animal Sacrifice in Islam</b></a><br />
M.I. Siddiqui<br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0875420281/qid=1019096340/sr=1-5718/ref=sr_1_5718/104-2911910-4251918" target="_blank"><b>Animal-Speak:<br />
The Spiritual & Magical Powers of Creatures Great & Small</b></a><br />
Ted Andrews<br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0316903051/qid=1019534831/sr=1-6516/ref=sr_1_6516/104-2911910-4251918" target="_blank"><b>Animal Spirits</b></a><br />
Nicholas J. Saunders</span> </span></span>
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0333638468/qid=1020382773/sr=1-14036/ref=sr_1_14036/103-1511655-7169452" target="_blank"><b>Animal Spirits the Shared World Sacrific</b></a></span></span></span>
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Nicholas J. Saunders<span style="font-size: small;"><br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0252021703/qid=1019534619/sr=1-6468/ref=sr_1_6468/104-2911910-4251918" target="_blank"><b>Animal Theology</b></a><br />
Andrew Linzey<br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0773487301/qid=1077331005/sr=1-387/ref=sr_1_387/002-0449420-7404016?v=glance&s=books" target="_blank"><b>Animals and Trinitarian Doctrine:<br />
A Study in the Theology of Karl Barth</b></a><br />
Andrew Linzey<br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0252067614/qid=1020477498/sr=1-79/ref=sr_1_79/103-6083581-9413406" target="_blank"><b>Animals on the Agenda:<br />
Questions About Animals for Theology and Ethics</b></a><br />
Andrew Linzey, Dorothy Yamamoto (Editors)<br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0874744466/qid=1018230243/sr=1-3071/ref=sr_1_3071/102-2224670-7024929" target="_blank"><b>Bestiary for St. Jerome:<br />
A Study of Animal Symbolism in European Religious Art</b></a><br />
Herbert Freidmann<br />
<b><br />
</b><a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/1930051328/qid=1072383143/sr=1-1/ref=sr_1_1/103-9126937-3256654?v=glance&s=books" target="_blank"><b>The Bible According to Noah:<br />
Theology as If Animals Mattered</b></a><br />
Gary Kowalski<b><br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0824511352/qid=1018933689/sr=1-4754/ref=sr_1_4754/103-9254790-7271053" target="_blank">Bless the Beasts:<br />
A Spirituality of Animal Care</a></b><br />
Jeffrey G. Sobosan<br />
<b><br />
</b><b><a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0521631440/ref=pd_sim_books/103-9126937-3256654" target="_blank">Can a Darwinian Be a Christian?:<br />
The Relationship Between Science and Religion</a></b><br />
Michael Ruse<b><br />
<br />
</b><a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0933029594/qid=1072381067/sr=1-1/ref=sr_1_1/103-9126937-3256654?v=glance&s=books" target="_blank"><b>Cat, Dog and Horse Lectures, and “The Beyond”</b></a><br />
Barbara Hannah<br />
<b><br />
</b><a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0964303353/qid=1019534690/sr=1-6474/ref=sr_1_6474/104-2911910-4251918" target="_blank"><b>Circles of Compassion:<br />
A Collection of Humane Words and Work</b></a><br />
by Elaine Sichel (Editor)<b><br />
<br />
</b><b><a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0966611705/qid=1081366617/sr=1-1/ref=sr_1_1_xs_stripbooks_i1_xgl14/104-9981541-6685503?v=glance&s=books" target="_blank">Cold Noses at the Pearly Gates</a></b><br />
Gary Kurz<br />
<b><br />
</b><b><a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1577330080/qid=1020476875/sr=1-7/ref=sr_1_7/103-6083581-9413406" target="_blank">Compassion for All Creatures:<br />
An Inspirational Guide for Healing the Ostrich Syndrome<br />
</a></b>Janice Gray Kolb, Robert Kolb (Editor)<b><br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1590560094/qid=1015790676/sr=1-228/ref=sr_1_228/104-8879913-5009554" target="_blank">Dominion of Love:<br />
Animal Rights According to the Bible</a></b><br />
Norm Phelps<br />
<br />
<b><a href="http://www.matthewscully.com/buy.htm" target="_blank">Dominion:<br />
The Power of Man, The Suffering of Animals,<br />
and the Call to Mercy</a></b><br />
Matthew Scully<br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/006250746X/102-6755259-3225715" target="_blank"><b>Earth Prayers From Around the World: <br />
365 Prayers, Poems, and Invocation for Honoring the Earth</b></a><br />
Elizabeth Roberts and Elias Amidon<br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1898307857/qid=1015821402/sr=1-781/ref=sr_1_781/104-8879913-5009554" target="_blank"><b>Familiars:<br />
Animal Powers of Britain</b></a><br />
Anna Franklin<br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0962726273/qid=1019096962/sr=1-5925/ref=sr_1_5925/104-2911910-4251918" target="_blank"><b>God Barking in Church:<br />
And Further Glimpses of Animal Welfare</b></a><br />
Eilleen Gardner Galer, Gregory J. Kroitzsh (Editor)<br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/1930051158/qid=1072378434/sr=1-1/ref=sr_1_1/103-9126937-3256654?v=glance&s=books" target="_blank"><b>God’s Covenant with Animals:<br />
A Biblical Basis for the Humane</b></a><br />
J.R. Hyland<br />
<br />
<b><a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/1577312465/qid=1076437301/sr=1-1/ref=sr_1_1/002-8222077-2426430?v=glance&s=books" target="_blank">God’s Messengers:<br />
What Animals Teach Us about the Divine</a></b><br />
Allen and Linda Anderson<br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1587430150/qid=1015821800/sr=1-843/ref=sr_1_843/104-8879913-5009554" target="_blank"><b>Good Eating:<br />
The Christian Practice of Everyday Life<br />
</b></a>Stephen H. Webb<br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.christianveg.com/materials.htm" target="_blank"><b>Good News For All
Creation</b></a><br />
Stephen R. Kaufman, M.D., Nathan Braun<br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0883448661/qid=1019095178/sr=1-5427/ref=sr_1_5427/104-2911910-4251918" target="_blank"><b>Good News for Animals?<br />
Christian Approaches to Animal Well-Being<br />
</b></a>Charles Pinches, Jay B. McDaniel (Editor)<br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0762103280/qid=1015821945/sr=1-865/ref=sr_1_865/104-8879913-5009554" target="_blank"><b>The Hidden Powers of Animals:<br />
Uncovering the Secrets of Nature</b></a><br />
Karl P. N. Shuker<br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0812693930/qid=1020477129/sr=1-23/ref=sr_1_23/103-6083581-9413406" target="_blank"><b>Is God a Vegetarian?:<br />
Christianity, Vegetarianism and Animal Rights</b></a><br />
Richard Alan Young, Carol J. Adams<br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0916288358/qid=1019094472/sr=1-5241/ref=sr_1_5241/103-9254790-7271053" target="_blank"><b>Judaism and Animal Rights: <br />
Classical and Contemporary Responses</b></a><br />
Roberta Kalechofsky (Editor)</span></span></span> </div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b><a href="http://www.lanternbooks.com/detail.html?session=c9abb30c5ec9b275e96875e8a147ca22&cat=5&id=1-930051-24-7" target="_blank">Judaism and Vegetarianism</a></b><br />
Richard H. Schwartz, Ph.D.<b><br />
<br />
</b><b><a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/1930051263/qid=1072377747/sr=1-1/ref=sr_1_1/103-9126937-3256654?v=glance&s=books" target="_blank">The Lost Religion of Jesus</a></b><br />
Keith Akers<b><br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0684802074/qid=1019626963/sr=1-6570/ref=sr_1_6570/104-2911910-4251918" target="_blank">Love, Miracles, and Animal Healing:<br />
A Veterinarian’s Journey from Physical Medicine<br />
to Spiritual Understanding</a></b><br />
Allen M. Schoen, Pam Proctor<br />
<br />
<b><a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/1899171665/qid=1072383535/sr=1-1/ref=sr_1_1/103-9126937-3256654?v=glance&s=books" target="_blank">Nature Spirits and Elemental Beings</a></b><br />
Marko Pogacnik<br />
<b><br />
</b><a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0664250769/qid=1020478037/sr=1-128/ref=sr_1_128/102-6844730-0960136" target="_blank"><b>Of Gods and Pelicans:<br />
A Theology of Reverence for Life</b></a><br />
Jay Byrd McDaniel, John B. Cobb, Jr.<br />
<b><br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0195152298/qid=1015821186/sr=1-731/ref=sr_1_731/104-8879913-5009554" target="_blank">On God and Dogs:<br />
A Christian Theology of Compassion for Animals</a></b><br />
Stephen H. Webb<br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/1590560051/qid=1072379859/sr=1-1/ref=sr_1_1/103-9126937-3256654?v=glance&s=books" target="_blank"><b>Peace to All Beings:<br />
Veggie Soup for the Chicken's Soul</b></a><br />
Judy McCoy Carman<br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1879181711/qid=1015821186/sr=1-734/ref=sr_1_734/104-8879913-5009554" target="_blank"><b>Power Animal Meditations:<br />
Shamanic Journeys With Your Spirit Allies</b></a><br />
Nicki Scully, Angela Werneke (Illustrator)<br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0791449726/qid=1017687331/sr=1-2662/ref=sr_1_2662/104-8879913-5009554" target="_blank"><b>Religious Vegetarianism: <br />
From Hesiod to the Dalai Lama</b></a><br />
Kerry Walters, Lisa Portmess (Editors)<br />
<b><br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0870136097/qid=1015790796/sr=1-253/ref=sr_1_253/104-8879913-5009554" target="_blank">The Resurrection of the Animals</a></b><br />
Anita Skeen</span></span></span> </div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0670127221/qid=1018230448/sr=1-3143/ref=sr_1_3143/102-2224670-7024929" target="_blank"><b>Returning to Eden:<br />
Animal Rights and Human Responsibility</b></a><br />
Michael W. Fox<br />
<br />
<b><a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/1590560450/qid=1072383171/sr=1-2/ref=sr_1_2/103-9126937-3256654?v=glance&s=books" target="_blank">Science and the Search for God</a></b><br />
Gary Kowalski<br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0945703007/qid=1020477129/sr=1-22/ref=sr_1_22/103-6083581-9413406" target="_blank"><b>The Slaughter of Terrified Beasts:<br />
A Biblical Basis for the Humane Treatment of Animals</b></a><br />
J.R. Hyland<br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1558211500/qid=1019093979/sr=1-5096/ref=sr_1_5096/103-9254790-7271053" target="_blank"><b>The Soul of the Wolf</b></a><br />
Michael W. Fox, DVM<br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0913299847/qid=1018933640/sr=1-4735/ref=sr_1_4735/103-9254790-7271053" target="_blank"><b>Souls of Animals</b></a><br />
Gary Kowalski, Art Wolfe (Photographer)<br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0195145712/qid=1015821453/sr=1-795/ref=sr_1_795/104-8879913-5009554" target="_blank"><b>The Specter of Speciesism: <br />
Buddhist and Christian Views of Animals</b></a> <br />
Paul Waldau</span></span></span> </div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.christianveg.com/materials.htm" target="_blank"><b>Thou Shalt Not Hurt or
Destroy</b></a><br />
Vasu Murti<br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/094030600X/qid=1018230852/sr=1-3267/ref=sr_1_3267/102-2224670-7024929" target="_blank"><b>To Cherish All Life:<br />
A Buddhist View of Animal Slaughter and Meat Eating</b></a><br />
Philip Kapleau, Roshi P. Kapleau<br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0970711808/qid=1017685729/sr=1-1912/ref=sr_1_1912/104-8879913-5009554" target="_blank"><b>Veggie Soup for the Chicken’s Soul:<br />
Shameless Visions and Prayers for World Peace,<br />
Inner Peace, and Animal Liberation</b></a><br />
Judy McCoy Carman<br />
<br />
<b><a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0966405609/qid=1072377870/sr=1-2/ref=sr_1_2/103-9126937-3256654?v=glance&s=books" target="_blank">The Way of Compassion</a></b><br />
Martin Rowe, Editor</span></span></span></div>
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</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02114458839856053449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3091043879560551094.post-67954382206285290932013-06-01T08:32:00.001-07:002013-06-01T08:32:47.477-07:00EVEN RELIGION HAS IT'S PLACE IN HUMANE EDUCATION<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><br /></span></span>
<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><u><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">HUMANE RELIGION</span></b></u></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><u><b><span style="font-size: x-large;"> </span></b></u><br />A CHALLENGE TO ANY AND ALL WHO SHARE, PREACH, TEACH, BELIEVE IN AND FOLLOW THE TEACHINGS OF THE BIBLE. HELP YOUR LOCAL COMMUNITY AND CONGREGATION TO FIND IMPROVED MEANS OF PROVIDING THE PROPER AND APPROPRIATE CARE FOR THEIR ANIMALS. STOP THE UNNECESSARY SLAUGHTER OF OUR PETS. YOU CAN ALL SAY 'IT'S NOT OUR PLACE' OR 'THE BIBLE SAYS IT VERY CLEARLY' OR WHAT EVER EXCUSE YOU WANT TO USE. BUT YOU KNOW GOD HAS PLACED YOU HERE ON A MISSION. A MISSION THAT IS BY NO MEANS LIMITED TO HUMANS, BUT FOR ALL CREATURES - OF WHICH WE ARE BUT ONE.<br /><br />* What religious leaders must consider and understand<br /><br />*The benefits of humane education to rid our society of hatred and betrayal by Dr. Jeanette Shutay Ph.d.<br /><br />* Letter to the 'God Squad' by Joseph Pastore of H.E.A.R.T. in NYC<br /><br />* A Challenge for all religious leaders<br /><br />*The Ten Commandments of Animal Guardianship<br /><br />*Animal Protection Issues wheel<br /><br /><br />I am sometimes asked why I spend so much time and efforts on animal related issues when there is so much insensitivity towards man. I answer....."I'm working at the roots"! George T. Angell<br /><br />With the teachings in the bible that clearly show reverence and respect for ALL living beings, it saddens me to see so many people - people who 'claim' to be God-fearing and who also consider religion to play a sizable role in their lives, mistreat, neglect and basically abuse their companion animals. <br /><br />I live in Dolan Springs, Arizona. The local community has it's responsible pet guardians, but by no means are they the majority. Far from it. The average Dolan Springs household with pets is ripe with neglect, ignorant of the pets needs, barron of any training or even proper restraints for the pets safety. And don't even get me started on the appropriate identification of the pets - hundreds of which roam freely with little regard from their human counterpart as to where they are vs where they should be.<br /><br />So, then why in the world, would the religious teachers, ministers and those who believe the bible's teachings, refuse to use this incredible tool of faith, to help clean up our problems of pet overpopulation and especially animal abuse?<br /><br />IT'S SAD THAT DOGS DON'T LIVE AS LONG AS WE DO. BUT, I SEE WHY NOW. THEY ALREADY KNOW HOW TO GIVE UNCONDITIONAL LOVE AND AFFECTION - SOMETHING IT TAKES HUMANS 7 TIMES AS LONG TO LEARN!!<br /><br />The largest majority of those who are causing harm are not doing it maliciously, but out of simple ignorance. This is what makes me believe that the church could and should play a role in the education of our community. If we had a rash of rapes in the recent past, there would be a sermon on respect for the opposite sex. If there were an unusually large number of murders over the past year, we would hear a sermon on respect for life and so on. So, why, when God makes it so very clear that animals and humans are all to be respected and treated with kindness and compassion, is this topic so ignored when the problem is so obvious?<br /><br /><br /><br />There is a definite reason why Noah built the Arc for the animals and no additional humans were invited.<br /><br />Humane Education, at its roots, has benefits that are felt far and wide in improved behavior of students, increased attendance, much more awareness of others, a noticeably raised level of achievement scores, more respectful nature of addressing adults and others around them and gaining a less violent resolution technique when challenged - not to mention the obvious - the lives that are spared and provided with the proper treatment that will extend their lives in a healthier, happier way.<br /><br />So, if the above reasons do not spur the preachers and priests on to a more compassionate style of ministries or simple common sense isn't enough for the local or national ministries to take notice and begin giving more appropriate sermons to their listeners, maybe some of the following articles can convince them to give a humane style sermon at least once a year. If their followers are truly respectful of God and his teachings, they will learn how to improve their pets existence as well - giving the pets a noticeably improved chance of living out a healthy life in a manner pleasing the man above.<br /> <br />"I looked at all the caged animals in the shelter....the castoffs of human society. I saw in their eyes love and hope, fear and dread, sadness and betrayal. And I was angry. "God" I said, 'this is terrible! Why don't you do something?" God was silent for a moment and then He spoke softly. "I have done something'' He replied. "I created you. "<br /><br /><br />I think all clergy should read Matthew Scully's book "Dominion."<br />He addresses all these issues and very well done.<br /><br />TO All Religious Leaders:<br /> by Dr. Jeanette Shutay, Ph.d.<br />First of all, I want to make it known that I take neglect of animals, abuse of animals and all types of this behavior very seriously. I would also like to mention that fact that those who are physically abusive to animals tend to be more violent than average, in general (e.g., in all domains of life). Let me give you some specific examples that support this supposition.<br /><br />The Child Abuse Potential Inventory (CAP) is an instrument which is designed to measure one’s potential for abusing children (Milner, 1986). This instrument has been referenced as a research tool in the abuse literature. One of the statements on this questionnaire is “I enjoy having pets” in which the person is to state whether he or she agrees or disagrees with the statement. This particular item is on the questionnaire because it has clinical significance. In other words, there is a relationship between one enjoying or liking pets and one’s likelihood to be a child abuser.<br /><br />Another instrument, which is intended to detect child behavioral problems, references animals. The Child Behavior Checklist for Ages 2-3 (CBCL) developed by Achenbach (1988) specifically asks if the person’s child is “cruel to animals” in which the person is requested to indicate how true the statement is for his or her child (0 = not true; 1 = somewhat or sometimes true; and 2 = very true or often true). In this case the child’s behavior towards animals is considered to be a valid indicator of behavioral problems which later tend to turn into conduct disorder in the teen years and antisocial disorder in the adult years.<br /><br />Both of these instruments have been found to uphold high standards of reliability and validity. These instruments have been used many times as a research tool for empirical studies as well as for detecting and or predicting child behavioral problems (CBCL). It is not a coincidence that both of these instruments reference either one’s view or treatment towards animals. Although these two particular questions do not in and of themselves define an adult as an abuser or a child as one that possesses behavioral disorders, they have been found to be highly related to the dependent variable (e.g., abuse or behavioral problems).<br /><br />Furthermore, there are numerous studies that provide empirical evidence of a link between animal abuse and criminal behavior in general. For example Arluke, Levin, Luke & Ascione (1999) published an article titled “The Relationship of Animal Abuse to Violence and Other Forms of Antisocial Behavior” in the Journal of Interpersonal Violence, which indicates that there is an association between animal abuse and a variety of antisocial behaviors. I mention this article in particular because its methodology was very robust and the findings, I believe, are based on highly reliable and valid sources of data.<br /><br />Now is a pivotal time in our society and it requires that we make a strong statement by enforcing the maximum punishment possible for the man who dragged the dog with his car. We should also consider revising the current laws so that stricter punishments may be awarded. I will provide you with two reasons why this is such:<br /><br />1. Now is a time in which our society greatly suffers from an over abundance of hatred, ignorance, prejudices, etc.<br />2. And, although there have been many other times in history dating back hundreds of years in which the existence of cruelty and all the above can be documented, we are more sophisticated now than ever. This means that we can either use our sophistication to become most cruel and commit evil acts, or we can take our sophistication and become teachers of humane education and societal problem solvers.<br /><br />Help us proponents of change and humane education activists make this a better place to live by sending out a message that cruel behavior, whether intended for humans or animals, will not be tolerated for the simple fact that it is unnecessary and terribly immoral. Please spread my message to everyone you are able to reach. Let’s face it,knowing what we know today, what these people do is extremely cruel and someone capable of committing such acts is clearly a threat to society!<br /><br />Sincerely,<br /><br /><br /><br />Dr. Jeanette Shutay Ph.d<br />Board Member 21st Century Animal Resource & Education Services<br /><br /> THE FOLLOWING IS A VERY ENERGETIC READ.<br />It is patently absurd and maddening to partake in religious services and witness this<br />disgraceful neglect and ironic distortion of the base fundamental taught in virtually<br />all major religions, the Golden Rule. Surely if there is a blueprint for human behavior<br />whether you're religious or irreligious, it's the Golden Rule! "Do Unto Others as You<br />Would Have Them Do Unto You!" A child could see that this applies a thousand-fold to<br />innocent, defenseless animals!<br /><br />Perhaps too, the major religions should consider the words of Socrates, who, although<br />an atheist, surpassed hypocrisy with his dictum: "There is but one good, knowledge;<br />there is but one evil, ignorance." The more you consider that, the more profoundly it<br />affects you.<br /><br />You may be interested in this excerpt of an email letter I sent to Rabbi Gellman and<br />Monsignor Hartman of "The God Squad" some months back. They work cooperatively to<br />address issues and are seen periodically in various media outlets. As expected, I<br />never heard back from them; the silence is deafening! I think many of these religious<br />leaders are pathetically ignorant on these issues, much as medical doctors, for so<br />long, were so ignorant and shamefully uninformed on nutrition issues. At least, however,<br />they woke up and are much more enlightened today!<br /><br />"Dear Rabbi Gellman and Monsignor Hartman,<br /><br />Congratulations and thanks for your Newsday article of 9/23/02 referring to the religious<br />significance of vegetarianism. You make some excellent points that at least demonstrate<br />respect and consideration for animals. I must admit however, that the absence of a strong<br />stand emanating from the major religions against animal cruelty and society's mind-numbing<br />failures to fully value and protect our animals, especially for those of us raised in<br />the Judeo/Christian faith, is like an ever-present ache in our hearts; a huge gap waiting<br />to be filled!<br /><br />It is perhaps the ultimately tragic irony that humans seemingly are incapable of<br />perceiving what empathy and compassion for animals could mean to the entire human race.<br />Although the Abrahamic faiths of Judaism, Christianity and Islam may not consider animals<br />as having souls (respectfully, if not sacrilegiously questioned) as one priest commented<br />in The Tablet, "where there is love there is God." Well put! Humans experience what we<br />refer to as unconditional love from animals. Every day, another health benefit is reported<br />to be enjoyed by humans as a result of associations with animals. The fidelity of dogs to<br />humans is unsurpassed among all living species; yet our treatment of them compared to the<br />their treatment of us is a disgrace to, and a diminishment of, the human condition.<br /><br />Frankly, religions are missing the boat on this issue. Consider the overwhelming and<br />irrefutable evidence linking animal cruelty to human violence. Those of us involved in<br />Humane Education consider the teaching of respect, understanding, caring and<br />responsibility toward animals as perhaps the greatest deterrent to violence against all<br />living creatures that we have. Did you ever hear of a person raised in a culture of<br />respect, compassion and responsible involvement with animals as becoming a serial killer?<br /><br />We need a quantum leap in speaking out for animals by our religions. We don't celebrate<br />our great leaders who provide great insights into respect and compassion for animals<br />enough in our religious services, sermons and homilies. More tributes should be paid to<br />Gandhi, St. Francis of Assisi, Albert Schweitzer, Albert Einstein, Tolstoy, The Dalai<br />Lama, Isaac Bashevis, Nehru, Mark Twain, Abraham Lincoln, Adlai Stevenson, Ralph Waldo<br />Emerson, Rachel Carson and so many others that are rarely, if ever, referred to in<br />services.<br /><br />Talk about a "Prayer of the Faithful"; Dr. Albert Schweitzer's quote, "until he extends<br />the circle of compassion to all living things, man will not himself find peace" should be<br />urged to be prayed, repeated, and emblazoned on every house of worship in every religion<br />on this planet.<br /><br />Lastly, when we consider that animals, in their innocence and as defenseless co-inhab-<br />itants of our planet, virtually liberate us from the imprisonment of self, which we<br />humans are bound by with our limitations, foibles and biologically inborn selfishness,<br />it's all the more painful that our religions fail so miserably in taking a leadership<br />role in promulgating animal protection as a moral imperative and to the ennoblement of<br />the human condition.<br /><br />Sincerely,<br />Joseph Pastore<br />Flushing, NY<br /><br />FINAL CHALLENGE<br /><br />I will make this impassioned challenge to all who preach, spread and share the gospel. Gather some information on you local area by speaking to your local humane society in detail: contact your local police as well. You will be amazed at the numbers and the level of abuse they witness on a daily basis in your own back yard. Find out what problems they see as crucial to the beginnings of an improved society - beginning where all larger than life projects begin - at the root level - the home.<br /><br />Then bring this information to the pulpit one Sunday in the future. Clearly outline that much of what we do TO our animals are certainly not beneficial to their existence - such as tying them to a fence post. Locking them outside in small cages or pens. The unnecessary restrictions these dogs suffer from, lack of social interaction and exercise and extreme temperatures lends itself to uncontrollable behavior and attacks, medical problems that are usually noticed too late, unwanted litters - adding to the already overwhelming number of slaughters seen in this country.<br /><br />This leads to a life of neglect, illness and other problems caused by the treatment by humans - resulting in a life span that is 7 years less than a dog who sleeps inside the home at night and has proper exercise. I'm talking about this community where EVERYONE has their dog on a short chain outside. Between coyotes, rattlesnakes scorpions and<br />heat strokes, you can see a home change dogs once a year or more. but they get the next little puppy and tie it to the same chain. Your community will have similar challenges.<br /><br />With all the studies that are out now on so many matters, these issues are clearly no longer ones of personal opinion, but moreso those of right and wrong. These people are wrong. the churches could and should step in, give details and speak out.<br /><br />Have a list of do's and don'ts for the congregation to take with them. Many argue that it is their right to do this and to do that. It is NOT anyone's right to cause harm to an animal. .<br /><br />It's clear there will be animals in heaven as there were animals in the Garden of Eden. So, when we see clearly that abuse is current in our very own congregations, why does the church choose to ignore them here on earth? Remember, '.....not a sparrow shall fall from the sky....."?<br /><br />Dogs are more of a role model than we give them credit for. If we learn to listen to the voices of our pets, it will enhance our emotional and spiritual growth as well as give new meaning to the phrase, "Man's Best Friend'<br /><br /> Readings for your sermon and Sunday School Classes:<br /><br />IMPORTANCE OF HUMANE EDUCATION by Dr. Jeanette Shutay Ph.d<br /><br />http://www.21stcenturycares.org/hcy.htm<br /><br />http://www.21stcenturycares.org/freekits.htm<br /><br />http://www.21stcenturycares.org/petsinheaven.htm<br /><br />http://www.21stcenturycares.org/istole.htm<br /><br />http://www.21stcenturycares.org/truestory.htm<br /><br /> Randy N. Warner<br /> Email 21stcares@gmail.com<br />21ST CENTURY ANIMAL RESOURCE & EDUCATION SERVICES, INC.<br /><br /><br />TEN COMMANDMENTS OF ANIMAL GUARDIANSHIP<br /><br />1. When you adopt me, remember that my life is likely to last 15 or more years.<br />That is your responsibility to care for me during that period of time - NOT to dump me<br />at the pound or on some unsuspecting acquaintance.<br /><br />2. Please give me time to understand what it is you want from me. Change can be<br />more difficult for me than for you. I don't speak your language and need time.<br /><br />3. Please don't be angry with me for a long time, and don't lock me up alone as<br />punishment Do not throw me outside forever nor tie me to a post.<br /><br />I need exercise. love and I need these things from you. You have your human family, your friends,<br />your entertainment and I ONLY HAVE YOU!!!<br /><br />4. Please trust me and help me to trust you .. . . it is crucial for<br />mine as well as your well being.<br /><br />5. Talk to me . . . even if you think I don't understand your words I<br />understand your voice and love it when you speak to me and stroke me.<br /><br />6. Before you hit me remember that I have teeth and claws and could<br />easily hurt you but I choose not to bite and scratch you because I love you..<br /><br />Also, remember that each time you strike me, it is only an admission on your part that you have failed once again to do what's necessary to communicate.<br /><br />7. Be aware, that however you treat me, I WILL NEVER FORGET!!!<br /><br />8. Before you scold me for being uncooperative or bad, ask yourself if<br />maybe something is wrong and there is another reason for my behavior.<br />Perhaps I am sick, hot, old or just plain tired, frustrated and weak.<br />PLEASE TRY TO UNDERSTAND WHAT IT IS LIKE TO BE ME AND PUT YOURSELF IN MY<br />PLACE.<br /><br />9. Please take care of me when I get old and don't abandon me, for you<br />too will grow old. Please notice when I am ill because I need you to take<br />me to the vet for help when I am ill just as you need to see a doctor.<br /><br />10. Go with me on the most difficult journeys. Never say, "I can't bear to<br />watch" or "Do it when I leave" because I need you with me even at the end of<br />my journeys. Please always do what is best for me even if it is unbearable<br />for you to do so because I love you and trust that you will.<br /><br /> </span></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02114458839856053449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3091043879560551094.post-7718792268023486142013-06-01T08:24:00.001-07:002013-06-01T08:24:43.267-07:00THE LEGAL SIDE OF THE HUMANE SOCIETY OF THE UNITED STATES<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><br /><br /><b><u><span style="font-size: x-large;">Shock and Awe!!! </span></u></b></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><i>Exceptionally well written article that explains the truth.</i><br /><br />Humane Society of the United States<br />2100 L Street, NW, Washington, DC 20037,<br />Phone 202-452-1100 | Fax 202-258-3051 | Email wpacelle@hsus.org<br /><br />Despite the words "humane society" on its letterhead, the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) is not affiliated with your local animal shelter. Despite the omnipresent dogs and cats in its fundraising materials, it's not an organization that runs spay/neuter programs or takes in stray, neglected, and abused pets. And despite the common image of animal protection agencies as cash-strapped organizations dedicated to animal welfare, HSUS has become the wealthiest animal rights organization on earth.<br /><br /><br />HSUS is big, rich, and powerful, a "humane society" in name only. This organization is literally surviving on the failures of the projects we have paid them to solve over the past 25 years!!!! And while most local animal shelters are under-funded and unsung, HSUS has accumulated $113 million in assets and built a recognizable brand by capitalizing on the confusion its very name provokes. This misdirection results in an irony of which most animal lovers are unaware: HSUS raises enough money to finance animal shelters in every single state, with money to spare, yet it doesn't operate a single one anywhere.<br /><br /><br />Instead, HSUS spends millions on programs that seek to economically cripple meat and dairy producers; eliminate the use of animals in biomedical research labs; phase out pet breeding, zoos, and circus animal acts; and demonize hunters as crazed lunatics. HSUS spends $2 million each year on travel expenses alone, just keeping its multi-national agenda going. The HSUS spends almost $35 Million annually on printing!! Not printing that can help the animals such as humane education materials, but printed materials geared to raise more funds for the organization's bottomless pit. They spend millions on advertising: not advertising that would help the public do a better job to help the animals, but again, to raise more money while praising their non existent humane activities.<br /><br />HSUS president Wayne Pacelle described some of his goals in 2004 for The Washington Post: "We will see the end of wild animals in circus acts . [and we're] phasing out animals used in research. Hunting? I think you will see a steady decline in numbers." More recently, in a June 2005 interview, Pacelle told Satya magazine that HSUS is working on "a guide to vegetarian eating, to really make the case for it." A strict vegan himself, Pacelle added: "Reducing meat consumption can be a tremendous benefit to animals."<br /><br /><br />Shortly after Pacelle joined HSUS in 1994, he told Animal People (an inside-the-movement watchdog newspaper) that his goal was to build "a National Rifle Association of the animal rights movement." And now, as the organization's leader, he's in a position to back up his rhetoric with action. In 2005 Pacelle announced the formation of a new "Animal Protection Litigation Section" within HSUS, dedicated to "the process of researching, preparing, and prosecuting animal protection lawsuits in state and federal court."<br /><br /><br />HSUS's current goals have little to do with animal shelters. The group has taken aim at the traditional morning meal of bacon and eggs with a tasteless "Breakfast of Cruelty" campaign. Its newspaper op-eds demand that consumers "help make this a more humane world [by] reducing our consumption of meat and egg products." Since its inception, HSUS has tried to limit the choices of American consumers, opposing dog breeding, conventional livestock and poultry farming, rodeos, circuses, horse racing, marine aquariums, and fur trapping.<br /><br />A True Multinational Corporation<br />HSUS is a multinational conglomerate with ten regional offices in the United States and a special Hollywood Office that promotes and monitors the media's coverage of animal-rights issues. It includes a huge web of organizations, affiliates, and subsidiaries. Some are nonprofit, tax-exempt "charities," while others are for-profit taxable corporations, which don't have to divulge anything about their financial dealings.<br /><br /><br />This unusually complex structure means that HSUS can hide expenses where the public would never think to look. For instance, one HSUS-affiliated organization called the HSUS Wildlife Land Trust collected $21.1 million between 1998 and 2003. During the same period, it spent $15.7 million on fundraising expenses, most of which directly benefited HSUS. This arrangement allowed HSUS to bury millions in direct-mail and other fundraising costs in its affiliate's budget, giving the public (and charity watchdog groups) the false impression that its own fundraising costs were relatively low.<br />HSUS personnel control the board of the British-based World Society for the Protection of Animals (WSPA), which sells animal-rights-related products and investment/executor services worldwide. HSUS controls the profits.<br /><br /><br />Until 1995 HSUS also controlled the Humane Society of Canada (HSC), which HSUS president Paul Irwin had founded four years earlier. But Irwin, who claimed to live in Canada when he set up HSC, turned out to be ineligible to run a Canadian charity (He actually lived in Maryland). Irwin's Canadian passport was ultimately revoked and he was replaced as HSC's executive director.<br />The new leader later hauled HSUS into court to answer charges that Irwin had transferred over $1 million to HSUS from the Canadian group. HSUS claimed it was to pay for HSC's fundraising, but didn't provide the group with the required documentation to back up the expenses. In January 1997 a Canadian judge ordered HSUS to return the money, writing: "I cannot imagine a more glaring conflict of interest or a more egregious breach of fiduciary duty. It demonstrates an overweening arrogance of a type seldom seen."<br /><br />From Animal Welfare to Animal Rights<br />There is an enormous difference between animal "welfare" organizations, which work for the humane treatment of animals, and animal "rights" organizations, which aim to completely end the use and ownership of animals. The former have been around for centuries; the latter emerged in the 1980s, with the rise of the radical People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA).<br /><br /><br />The Humane Society of the United States began as an animal welfare organization. Originally called the National Humane Society, it was established in 1954 as a spin-off of the American Humane Association (AHA). Its founders wanted a slightly more radical group -- the AHA did not oppose sport hunting or the use of shelter animals for biomedical research.<br /><br /><br />In 1980, HSUS officially began to change its focus from animal welfare to animal rights. After a vote was taken at the group's San Francisco national conference, it was formally resolved that HSUS would "pursue on all fronts . the clear articulation and establishment of the rights of all animals . within the full range of American life and culture."<br /><br /><br />In Animal Rights and Human Obligations, the published proceedings of this conference, HSUS stated unequivocally that "there is no rational basis for maintaining a moral distinction between the treatment of humans and other animals." It's no surprise, then, that a 2003 HSUS fundraising mailer boasted that the group has been working toward "putting an end to killing animals for nearly half a century."<br />In 1986 John McArdle, then HSUS's Director of Laboratory Animal Welfare, told Washingtonian magazine that HSUS was "definitely shifting in the direction of animal rights faster than anyone would realize from our literature."<br /><br /><br />The group completed its animal-rights transformation during the 1990s, changing its personnel in the process. HSUS assimilated dozens of staffers from PETA and other animal-rights groups, even employing John "J.P." Goodwin, a former Animal Liberation Front member and spokesman with a lengthy arrest record and a history of promoting arson to accomplish animal liberation.<br /><br /><br />The change brought more money and media attention. Hoyt explained the shift in 1991, telling National Journal, "PETA successfully stole the spotlight . Groups like ours that have plugged along with a larger staff, a larger constituency . have been ignored." Hoyt agreed that PETA's net effect within the animal-rights movement was to spur more moderate groups to take tougher stances in order to attract donations from the public. "Maybe." Hoyt mused, "the time has come to say, 'Since we haven't been successful in getting half a loaf, let's go for the whole thing.'"<br /><br /><br />HSUS leaders have even expressed their desire to put an end to the lifesaving biomedical research that requires the use of animals. As early as 1988 the group's mailings demanded that the U.S. government "eliminate altogether the use of animals as research subjects." In 1986 Washingtonian asked then-HSUS Vice-President for Laboratory Animals John McArdle about his opinion that brain-dead humans should be substituted for animals in medical research. "It may take people a while to get used to the idea," McArdle said, "but once they do the savings in animal lives will be substantial."<br />McArdle realized then what HSUS understands today -- that an uncompromising, vegetarian-only, anti-medical-progress philosophy has limited appeal. At the 1984 HSUS convention, he gave his group's members specific instructions on how to frame the issue most effectively. "Avoid the words 'animal rights' and 'antivivisection'," McArdle said. "They are too strange for the public. Never appear to be opposed to animal research. Claim that your only concern is the source of animals."<br /><br /><br />In a 1993 letter published by the American Society for Microbiology, Dr. Patrick Cleveland of the University of California San Diego spelled out HSUS's place in the animal-rights pantheon. "What separates the HSUS from other animal rights groups," Cleveland wrote, "is not their philosophy of animal rights and goal of abolishing the use of animals in research, but the tactics and timetable for that abolition." Cleveland likened it to the difference between a mugger and a con man. "They each will rob you - they use different tactics, have different timetables, but the result is the same. The con man may even criticize the mugger for using confrontational tactics and giving all thieves a bad name, but your money is still taken."<br /><br /><br />Targeting Meat and Dairy<br />In 2004 HSUS promoted long-time vice president Wayne Pacelle to the position of President. Along with Pacelle's passionate style and his experience navigating the halls of Congress, HSUS got its first strictly vegan leader.<br /><br /><br />One of Pacelle's first acts as HSUS's new chief executive was to send a memo to all HSUS staffers articulating his vision for the future. HSUS's new "campaigns section," Pacelle wrote, "will focus on farm animals." For Americans accustomed to eating meat, eggs, and dairy foods, the thought of an animal rights group with a budget three times the size of PETA's targeting their food choices should be unsettling. And Pacelle has hired other high-profile, unapologetic meat and dairy "abolitionists" since taking over.<br /><br /><br />In 2005, former Compassion Over Killing (COK) president Miyun Park joined HSUS as a staffer in its new "farm animals and sustainable agriculture department." Around the same time, HSUS hired COK's other co-founder, Paul Shapiro, as manager of its derogatorily named "Factory Farming Campaign." COK's former general counsel Carter Dillard shortly afterward, as did vegan doctor and mad-cow-disease scaremonger Michael Greger. Like Pacelle, these new HSUS hires are all self-described vegans. Their arrival in the world's richest animal-rights group signals that HSUS is giving anti-meat campaigns a prominent place. <br /><br /><br />In October, just a few months before he became an HSUS staffer, Shapiro told the 2004 National Student Animal Rights Conference that "nothing is more important than promoting veganism." And Shapiro noted during an August 2004 animal-rights seminar (hosted by United Poultry Concerns) that after just 10 weeks at the helm, Pacelle had "already implemented a 'no animal products in the office' policy ... You know, they're going to have actual farmed-animal campaigns now, where they're going to be trying to legislate against gestation crates and all this stuff."<br /><br /><br />Americans who enjoy meat, cheese, eggs, and milk may soon come to regard HSUS as a new PETA, with an even broader reach. Shortly after taking office, Pacelle announced a merger with the $20 million Fund For Animals. The combined group estimated its 2005 budget at "over $95 million" and also announced the formation of a new "political organization," which will "allow for a more substantial investment of resources in political and lobbying activities."<br /><br />Domestic Deception<br />It takes tens of millions of dollars to run campaigns against so many domestic targets, and HSUS consistently misleads Americans with its fundraising efforts by hinting that it's a "humane society" in the more conventional sense of the term. Buried deep within HSUS's website is a disclaimer noting that the group "is not affiliated with, nor is it a parent organization for, local humane societies, animal shelters, or animal care and control agencies. These are independent organizations . HSUS does not operate or have direct control over any animal shelter."<br /><br /><br />For instance, a 2001 member recruitment mailing called those on the HSUS mailing list "true pet lovers," referring to unspecified work on behalf of "dogs, puppies, cats, [and] kittens." Another recruitment mailing from that year included "Thank You," "Happy Birthday," and "Get Well Soon" greeting cards featuring pets such as dogs, cats, and fish. The business reply envelope lists "7 Steps to a Happier Pet."<br /><br /><br />A 2003 recruitment mailing also included those "Steps," as well as free address labels with pastel pictures of dogs and cats. The fundraising letter subtly substituted the animal-rights term "companion animals" for "pets."<br /><br /><br />"Our mission is to encourage adoption in your neighborhood and throughout the country," reads another HSUS fundraising appeal. "Even though local shelters are trying their best to save lives, they are simply overwhelmed" That last sentence, at least, is true. But don't count on the multi-million-dollar conglomerate HSUS to do anything about it. HSUS doesn't operate a single animal shelter and has no hands-on contact with stray or surplus animals.<br /><br /><br />In 1995 the Washington (DC) Humane Society almost closed its animal shelter due to a budget shortfall. HSUS, which is also based in Washington, DC, ultimately withdrew an offer to build and operate a DC shelter, at its own expense, to serve as a national model.<br /><br /><br />In exchange for running the shelter, HSUS wanted three to five acres of city land and tax-exempt status for all its real estate holdings in the District of Columbia. The DC government offered a long-term lease, but that wasn't good enough. HSUS refused to proceed unless it would "own absolutely" the land. The district declined, and what might have become the only HSUS-funded animal shelter never materialized.<br /><br /><br />So what does HSUS do with the millions it raises using the furry faces of Fido and Fluffy? In 2002, the multi-million-dollar conglomerate gave less than $150,000 to hands-on humane societies and animal shelters.<br /><br /><br />Worse, HSUS employees have complained to the press that their organization wastes its resources on fundraising expenses and high salaries for its chief executives. Robert Baker, an HSUS consultant and former chief investigator, told U.S. News & World Report: "The Humane Society should be worried about protecting animals from cruelty. It's not doing that. The place is all about power and money."<br /><br />Influencing Communities<br />HSUS doesn't save flesh-and-blood animals the way local "humane societies" do, but it does lobby heavily to change the laws of communities across the country. "HSUS was the financial clout that rammed Initiative 713, the anti-trapping measure, down our throats," reports Rich Landers of the Spokane (WA) Spokesman-Review. "I pleaded [with Wayne Pacelle, then HSUS's government affairs VP] at least four times for examples of HSUS commitment in Washington [state] other than introducing costly anti-hunting and anti-wildlife management initiatives. He had no immediate answer but promised to send me the list of good things HSUS does in this state. That was six months ago, and I presume Pacelle is still searching." <br /><br /><br />Like other national animal-rights groups, HSUS has learned that pouring huge sums of money into ballot initiative campaigns can give it results normal public relations and lobbying work never could. Along with other heavy hitters like the Fund for Animals and Farm Sanctuary, HSUS scored a big victory in Florida in 2002 when a ballot initiative passed that gave constitutional rights to pregnant pigs. HSUS donated at least $50,000 to the Florida PAC that managed the campaign.<br /><br /> <br />Florida farmers were banned from using "gestation crates," usually necessary to keep sows healthy during pregnancy and to prevent them from accidentally rolling over and crushing their newborn piglets. After this amendment passed, raising pigs became economically unsustainable, and farmers were forced to slaughter their animals rather than comply with the costly new constitutional requirements. Today, Florida is considering a taxpayer-funded bailout of its few pork farmers. <br /><br /> <br />Animal-rights leaders plan to extend their "pregnant pigs" win to other states, and have organized similar campaigns in California and New Jersey. HSUS's four-year Iowa campaign, misleadingly called "Care4Iowa," has a stated goal of promoting the so-called "humane" methods of livestock production which universally result in greater costs for farmers and higher prices for consumers. <br /><br /> <br />And HSUS won't stop at initiatives aimed at livestock farmers and trappers. At the 1996 HSUS annual meeting, Wayne Pacelle announced that the ballot initiative would be used for all manner of legislation in the future, including "companion animal issues and laboratory animal issues." Pacelle has personally been involved in at least 22 such campaigns, 17 of which HSUS scored as victories. These operations, he said, "pay dividends and serve as a training ground for activists." <br /><br /><br />HSUS is also a part of the Keep Antibiotics Working (KAW) coalition, a slick Washington-based PR campaign to end the "inappropriate" use of antibiotics in livestock animals. This coalition, comprised largely of science-deprived environmental groups, claims to worry deeply about antibiotic-resistant bacteria found in people. KAW doesn't, however, devote any attention to the rampant over-prescription of the drugs to humans.<br /><br /> <br />Why doesn't HSUS want animals to receive disease-preventing antibiotics? Raising livestock without antibiotics is much more difficult and costly, and the resulting meat, eggs, and dairy are considerably more expensive. It's possible that the KAW coalition's goals would give Americans an economic incentive to lean toward vegetarianism; HSUS would, of course, not object.<br /><br />School Activism 101<br />Despite a radical animal-rights agenda similar to PETA's, the Humane Society of the United States has gained entry to countless segments of polite society. One of the more worrisome consequences of this is the group's relatively unfettered access to U.S. schools. <br /><br /><br />Through its National Association for Humane and Environmental Education, as well as a series of animal-rights-oriented publications, HSUS spreads animal-rights propaganda to schoolchildren as young as five. THEY HAVE NOBODY ACTUALLY TEACHING THE STUDENTS HOW TO IMPROVE THE COMPANION ANIMAL PROBLEMS OF ABUSE AND OVERPOPULATION - THE LARGEST SINGLE CAUSE FOR DONATIONS SENT TO THEM!!!!<br /><br /><br />One package, titled People and Animals -- A Humane Education Guide, suggests films and books for teachers to present to their students. In these recommended teaching tools, sport hunters are called "selective exterminators" and "drunken slobs" who participate in a "blood sport" and a "war on wildlife" with "maniacal attitudes toward killing." Another teachers' guide contains anti-circus stories in which animals are repeatedly depicted as overworked and abused. <br /><br /><br />At the same time, HSUS hypocritically complains that it is inappropriate for the federal government to distribute educational materials about the need for laboratory research animals, complaining: "These materials inappropriately target young people, who do not possess the cognitive ability to make meaningful decisions regarding highly controversial and complex issues."<br /><br />The "Humane" Web<br />In addition to the HSUS flagship offices in Maryland and DC, the organization's global network includes control over the following legal corporations (this list is evolving as new information becomes available):<br /><br />Nonprofit affiliates:<br /><br />a.. Alice Morgan Wright-Edith Goode Fund (DC);<br />b.. Alternative Congress Trust (DC);<br />c.. Animal Channel (DC);<br />d.. Association Humanataria De Costa Rica;<br />e.. Center for the Respect of Life and Environment (DC);<br />f.. Charlotte and William Parks Foundation for Animal Welfare (DC);<br />g.. Conservation Endowment Fund (see ICEC) (CA);<br />h.. Earth Restoration Corps. (DC);<br />i.. Earthkind Inc. (DC);<br />j.. Earthkind International Inc. (DC);<br />k.. Earthkind USA (DC);<br />l.. Earthkind USA (MT);<br />m.. Earthkind UK [ also affiliated with the International Fund for Animal Welfare];<br />n.. Earthvoice (DC);<br />o.. Earthvoice International (DC);<br />p.. Eating with a Conscience Campaign (DC);<br />q.. HSUS Hollywood Office (formerly The Ark Trust Inc.) (CA);<br />r.. Humane Society International (DC), which also operates<br />a.. the International Center for Earth Concerns (ICEC) in Ojai, California,<br />b.. the Center for Earth Concerns in Costa Rica, and<br />c.. the Conservation Endowment Fund in California;<br />s.. Humane Society International Australian Office Inc.;<br />t.. Humane Society International of Latin America;<br />u.. Humane Society of the United States (DE);<br />v.. Humane Society of the United States (MD);<br />w.. Humane Society of the United States (MT);<br />x.. Humane Society of the United States (PA);<br />y.. Humane Society of the United States (VT);<br />z.. Humane Society of the United States California Branch Inc. (CA);<br />aa.. Humane Society of the United States New Jersey Branch Inc. (NJ);<br />ab.. Humane Society of the United States Wildlife Land Trust (DC);<br />ac.. Humane Society of the United States Wildlife Land Trust (KS);<br />ad.. Humane Society of the United States Wildlife Land Trust (OK);<br />ae.. Humane Society of the United States Utah State Branch (UT);<br />af.. Humane Society University (DC);<br />ag.. Institute for the Study of Animal Problems (DC);<br />ah.. Interfaith Council for the Protection of Animals and Nature (GA);<br />ai.. International Society for the Protection of Animals (UK);<br />aj.. International Wilderness Leadership Wild Foundation Inc. [d/b/a The WILD Foundation] (CA);<br />ak.. Kindness Club International Inc. (DC);<br />al.. Meadowcreek Project Inc. (AR);<br />am.. Meadowcreek Inc. (AR);<br />an.. National Association for Humane and Environmental Education (DC);<br />ao.. National Humane Education Center (VA);<br />ap.. Species Survival Network (MI);<br />aq.. Valerie Sheppard Humane Society University (DC);<br />ar.. Wildlife Rehabilitation Training Center (MA);<br />as.. World Federation for the Protection of Animals Inc. (DC);<br />at.. World Society for the Protection of Animals (DC);<br />au.. World Society for the Protection of Animals (IA);<br />av.. World Society for the Protection of Animals (ND);<br />aw.. World Society for the Protection of Animals (VT);<br />ax.. World Society for the Protection of Animals - Canada;<br />ay.. World Society for the Protection of Animals - Deutschland;<br />az.. World Society for the Protection of Animals International (UK);<br />ba.. World Society for the Protection of Animals UK (UK); and<br />bb.. Worldwide Network Inc. (DC).<br />For-profit affiliates:<br />a.. The Humane Catalog (VA);<br />b.. Humane Equity Fund [defunct] (DC);<br />c.. Humane Society Press (DC);<br />d.. Humane Society of the United States Connecticut Branch Inc. (CT);<br />e.. Humane Society of the United States Virginia Branch Inc. (VA);<br />f.. World Society for the Protection of Animals (MA);<br />g.. World Society for the Protection of Animals - Australia;<br />h.. World Society for the Protection of Animals Executor Services (UK);<br />i.. World Society for the Protection of Animals Trading Company (UK).<br /><br />When John Hoyt took over its presidency in 1970, the Humane Society of the United States had 30,000 members and an annual budget of about $500,000 By 1994, HSUS's annual revenue had grown to $22 million. In 2003, that number jumped to $123 million, including nearly $3 million in investment income.<br /><br /><br />At the end of 2003, the nonprofit HSUS declared assets totaling over $113 million, including almost $16 million in cash and over $80 million invested in securities. It pays over $11.8 million in annual salaries, and another $3 million in employee benefits and pension contributions. When HSUS merged with the Fund For Animals in 2004, the group announced that its 2005 operating budget would be $95 million.<br /><br /><br />Raising money is Job One. HSUS will even adopt conflicting positions in order to satisfy individual patrons. Two HSUS donors once wrote to John Hoyt with very different views of the sinking of Icelandic whaling ships by Paul Watson's violent Sea Shepherd Conservation Society in the late 1980s. In one response, Hoyt agreed with the donor that Watson's actions were wrong, writing: "I am unequivocally opposed to any and all acts of violence in the pursuit of efforts to protect animals from abuse and suffering" In the other, he declared that Sea Shepherd's work was "indeed, a daring and masterful bit of James Bond on behalf of the great whales."<br /><br /><br />HSUS recently joined the lucrative third-party certification business. Some environmental and animal-rights groups have developed "eco-labels," offered (for a price) by sponsoring organizations to certify food and clothing as environmentally friendly. HSUS is a founding member of the Humane Farm Animal Care coalition. For the right amount of money, its "Certified Humane Raised & Handled" label is available to meat, poultry, eggs, and dairy producers.<br /><br />Animal-Rights Ideology<br />Of course, money isn't the only thing behind HSUS's work. Animal-rights philosophy also plays a role. Despite HSUS's public claims that it seeks only to ensure animals are humanely treated, the group's values appear tilted toward eliminating humans' use of animals entirely. <br /><br /><br />HSUS wants to end, for example, lifesaving biomedical research on animals "Absolutely horrifying" is how John Hoyt characterized such research. "We have to fight the well-financed and powerful agribusiness and research industries," he wrote in a fundraising letter to HSUS members, referring to "the needless and repetitive experimentation on animals in the 'research' laboratory."<br /><br /><br />Former HSUS board member Robert F. Welborn declared in HSUS News: "I question the moral propriety of causing animals to suffer for the purpose of testing products intended for humans or for dealing with human maladies." HSUS mailings have called on the government "to eliminate altogether the use of animals as research subjects."<br /><br /><br />HSUS stands with PETA in opposing xenotransplantation (the use of animal organs to replace diseased human organs), including the baboon bone marrow received by noted AIDS activist Jeff Getty. Martin Stephens, HSUS's vice president for animal research issues, told Reuters: "The HSUS admires Mr. Getty's will to live but we believe that his experiment is misguided. The HSUS believes that baboons . should not be killed for such highly questionable experiments."<br /><br /><br />HSUS joined PETA in trying to block a NASA project that used animals to study weightlessness in space. And in 2005 HSUS joined Farm Sanctuary in its misguided attempts to ban the production of veal and foie gras (duck liver pat) in several states.<br /><br /><br />While PETA loudly protests the use of live animals in circuses, HSUS works its lobbying magic and moves the levers of power behind the scenes. The group has filed several formal complaints with the USDA, charging circuses and their animal suppliers with a wide range of animal-welfare violations. HSUS's Director of Captive Wildlife Protection told The Baltimore Sun in 2004 that the approach is bearing fruit: "I do think what we're seeing with the circuses is that they're deciding that it's not worth taking the heat." In 2005 HSUS endorsed a legislative attempt to bar circuses from bringing performing animals into Massachusetts.<br /><br /><br />HSUS is not particularly friendly toward the use of animals as food, either. In 1995, it launched its "Eating with a Conscience" campaign, directed by Howard Lyman. A strict vegan, Lyman is best known for his 1996 appearance on the "Oprah" television show, where he tried to scare consumers away from beef by claiming, incorrectly and recklessly, that mad cow disease would make AIDS "look like the common cold." In a June 2005 interview, Pacelle said that HSUS is working on "a guide to vegetarian eating" and emphasized "reducing meat consumption" as one of HSUS's goals.<br />And with the vegan Wayne Pacelle as its newest chief executive, HSUS appears to be embracing PETA-style orthodoxy about meat and dairy foods, leather shoes, wool suits, and even silk ties with its "no animal products in the workplace" policy.<br /><br /><br />HSUS and its affiliates have received embarrassingly low scores from established charity watchdog groups. Worth magazine gave HSUS a "D" rating for spending as much as 53 percent of its expenses on fundraising. And online rating service Give.org noted that the huge HSUS corporate family does not have an active governing board overseeing the overall structure, and criticized the organization for holding only three board meetings during 2000, two of them on the same day. Charity Navigator gave only one star (out of four) to HSUS's Earth Voice International, and zero to the Humane Society of the United States Wildlife Land Trust.<br /><br />Hiring the Animal Liberation Front<br />Even seasoned animal-rights veterans were surprised in April 2000 when the Humane Society of the United States sent John "J.P." Goodwin on an anti-fur junket to China. Goodwin was not just any animal activist: he was then an avowed member of the terrorist Animal Liberation Front (ALF). Less than a year later he was formally identified as an HSUS legislative affairs staffer; Goodwin would later change his rhetoric to match HSUS's corporate policy of not endorsing violence as a protest tactic.<br />Goodwin, a high-school dropout who had previously co-founded the Texas-based Coalition to Abolish the Fur Trade, pulled no punches when it came to his priorities. "My goal is the abolition of all animal agriculture," he had written to one Internet activist mailing list.<br /><br /><br />Goodwin himself has been arrested and convicted for being the ringleader of a gang that vandalized fur retailers in multiple states during the 1990s. The animal-rights newspaper Animal People News profiled Goodwin in 2000, noting that he "gleefully announced a string of Animal Liberation Front mink releases and arsons against furriers and fur farms" while a "spokesman" for the underground terrorist group.<br /><br /><br />Goodwin also fielded press inquiries after a Petaluma, California, slaughterhouse arson in February 1997, and shocked the public with his comments on the March 1997 arson at a farmer's feed co-op in Utah. Referring to a fire that caused almost $1 million in damage and could easily have killed a family sleeping on the premises, Goodwin told The Deseret News: "We're ecstatic."<br /><br /><br />J.P. Goodwin doesn't represent HSUS's only intersection with the animal rights movement's violent underbelly. Miyun Park, a Washington, DC anti-meat activist hired by HSUS in 2005, was acknowledged in 1999 as a financial benefactor of No Compromise magazine, a publication that supports the ALF and promotes arson and other violent tactics.<br /><br /><br /></span></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02114458839856053449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3091043879560551094.post-66244798760169317542013-06-01T08:22:00.001-07:002013-06-01T08:22:14.428-07:00THE TRUTH ABOUT THE HUMANE SOCIETY OF THE UNITED STATES
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"></span><br />What IS The Humane Society of the United States?<br />By Christopher Aust<br />August 2004<br /><br />I was rather amazed at the number of people who wrote to me about my opinions regarding the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) when I did my last few articles. Then again, maybe I shouldn't be. Before about two weeks ago, I myself was rather ignorant as to the real goals of HSUS, and where their, (actually your) money goes. As I always do though, I decided to edumacate myself about them.<br /><br />I also conducted a poll of 100 average people. Just the average Joe in the street. 94% of the people thought HSUS ran the local shelters in their community. 4% knew about their other programs and the remaining 2% had no idea who they were. Of the 94% all said they would donate to HSUS based on what they knew about them. I'm betting HSUS is banking, literally, on these types of individuals.<br /><br />I also went online and found some rather interesting, at times quite scary, information on several web sites. I would have interviewed a HSUS representative, but after last week's newsletter, I got an email from one that was little more than hate mail and very offensive!<br /><br /><br />Founders<br /><br />Coleman Burke, then president of the American Bible Society, Cleveland Amory and Helen Jones, founded HSUS in 1954. As far as I have been able to tell, Mr. Burke served as their President until 1970 when John Hoyt, a Presbyterian minister, took over as President and CEO until 1996.<br /><br />Until just a few months ago, the President and CEO was Paul Irwin, a Methodist minister. The current CEO and President is Wayne Pacelle who admittedly has had ties with some radical (and I mean radical) animal rights groups in the past.<br /><br />Now, is it important I mention the religious background? Maybe and maybe not. What I noticed though is the organization, at least to me, has an evangelical feel. Is this a bad thing? No. I don't see why unless you are running the finances in a manner similar to Jim and Tammie Faye Baker! That sure is the way it looks to me.<br /><br /><br />Officers and Directors<br /><br />HSUS is an organization with their primary focus being animals. As I reviewed the names and titles of the Board Officers and Directors, I found it curious they had no DVM's (vets) on either. They have three MDs', three PhDs' and six attorneys. Am I the only one that finds this odd? Plenty of lawyers, but no vet. Hmmm… Maybe it's just a typo.<br /><br /><br />Comparative Financial Operations Report<br /><br />When I conducted my interview with Kathy Bauch a few weeks ago, she refused to answer any questions regarding HSUS' finances for a “newsletter.” She did offer to send me their 2003 financials though. This is what they send whenever someone has questions about their finances. As I mentioned last week, if it was similar to what they have online, it would be vague and difficult to decipher. What I got was much more.<br /><br />What I received is their 2003 Annual Report. It is a twenty-one page “report” that was obviously very expensive to print. Tucked way in the back is exactly what I expected. A vague and difficult to read one page financial report. The rest appears to me to be a very expensive sales letter and nothing more, complete with a postage paid envelope to send in your donation.<br /><br />Now you might say, “So what? They have to promote themselves.” I agree. However, this publication has six pages of calendar quality photos of nothing but animals. Two and a half pages of self-glorifying articles from HSUS staff, none of which was necessary. How much donor money could have been saved by deleting this junk from the thousands and thousands of these reports they printed?<br /><br />According to the Comparative Financial Operations Report for 2003, the HSUS has $116,205,882.00 in total liability and net assets. Over $5,000,000 of that is in cash and cash equivalents, and another nearly five and a half million in receivables. They also have nearly $93,000,000 in market value investments. Not too bad.<br /><br />In 2003, in revenue, additions and transfers, HSUS made $76,923,670. Of that amount, sheltering programs received $10,551,527 and it was shared with animal habitat and wildlife programs. Now, assuming it was an even split, sheltering programs received $3,517,175.66<br /><br />Now that's a lot of money, but not when you consider a good sized shelter can cost hundreds of thousands of dollars a year to run, three million is really a drop in the bucket. They spent $21,145,769.00 in fundraising and membership development. Six times what they put into their shelter programs, which is what most people I talked to think HSUS does with the money donated to them.<br /><br /><br />Providing Help or Selling It<br /><br />I'm not sure what they spent the money on for their shelter programs, but I will assure you they didn't fund any shelters. In fact, they charge shelters and Animal Control offices for their assistance and instructional material. I have been able to find little and or nothing HSUS doesn't charge for when it comes to helping a shelter and their educational programs.<br /><br />For instance, lets say you or your town runs an animal shelter that is struggling for one reason or another, which most are, HSUS is ready to come in and help. For between $4000.00 and $20,000.00 they will send their experts to your shelter through their Animal Services Consultation Program. The fee depends on the size of the agency and the complexity of its programs, charged on a sliding scale based on your agency's resources. In other words, the more you have, the more they'll take.<br /><br /><br />Youth Programs<br /><br />Now, lets go back to our youth. You're in middle or high school and want to start a club to promote rescue and do things to help companion animals. HSUS can help you with that, too. Just go to humaneteen.org. There you can buy a package full of all kinds of propaganda and learn to be a full-fledged animal activist. They will sell your child a club starter kit for $22.00 and then give activity suggestions like their “Fight Fur” program.<br /><br />Here they encourage kids to make flyers and hand them out in front of businesses to protest against shoppers buying fur. HSUS will also give your child cards to distribute at such events. They'll show your child pictures of dead animals in traps and direct them to other sites where they can see pictures of hunters beating seals over the head.<br /><br />They will also promote vegen/vegetarian lifestyles to your child. Just go to the message board for kids and you can read how many of the kids are distressed, after reading the material HSUS SOLD them, because their parents will not let them go vegen. You will also see posts promoting PETA!<br /><br />Now I want to be fair here. They do have some decent material that is age appropriate and educational in nature. I think it's overpriced; for instance, your child can rent a video to show their class for $25.00, but some of it is good material. However, there is little promoting appropriate training, grooming or responsible ownership of companion animals. It seems to me the whole focus is turning our children into activists, vegens and extremists.<br /><br />Now if I want my child to be a vegen, or an activist, I will make that decision and not HSUS. Our kids have enough on their plate without having to be weighed down with this information or agenda. Additionally, kids are kids and don't always make appropriate decisions. When dealing with complex issues like activism and protesting, it would be easy for them to get into trouble or hurt. Doesn't PETA target children too?<br /><br /><br />Ethical Financial Practices<br /><br />Let's get back to the money:<br /><br />Former President John Hoyt once instructed his members on becoming more humane: “We begin, I suggest, by living more simply, more sparingly.” Let's see how he did. He made around $200,000.00 in the late 1980's running HSUS. In 1986, HSUS bought his house in Maryland for $310,000 and allowed him and his family to live there, free of rent, until 1992. When he retired as CEO, HSUS gave him a $1,000,000.00 bonus.<br /><br />Paul Irwin, another former President, while making $300,000.00 from HSUS, was given an $85,000.00 interest free loan to renovate his cabin in Maine. The cabin was held in trust by HSUS, however his family continued to use it until he died. This is just the tip of the iceberg. Makes me wonder.<br /><br /><br />Guilty by Association<br /><br />Let's look at some of HSUS' associations:<br /><br />In April of 2000 HSUS sent J.P. Goodwin as its emissary on an anti-fur mission to China. Goodwin is not just any animal rights zealot, he was an avowed member of Animal Liberation Front (ALF), a group once called one of the biggest domestic terrorist organizations by the FBI. He had been convicted for vandalism of several fur retailers and their property. Less than a year later, he was formerly identified as a HSUS legislative staff member.<br /><br />If you don't know about ALF you should check them out. They truly scare the heck out of me. They are, in my opinion, every bit as much a threat to people as Al Quiada. I cannot believe HSUS would hire such a person. When asked questions about an arson fire at a slaughter house in Petaluma, California, and a Utah feed co-op that nearly killed a family, Goodwin stated, “We're ecstatic!”<br /><br /><br />Then, there is the PETA connection ...<br /><br />HSUS has repeatedly hired PETA employees in their organization. Their head of investigations, several investigators, a computer programmer, just to name a few. Sorry folks, my opinion is, once a terrorist, always a terrorist. When HSUS hires these people, they appear to support the crimes these individuals may have been involved in.<br /><br />In 2003, HSUS VP Martin Stephens was asked to recommend three people to serve on an EPA “pollution prevention and toxics” panel. Two of his three choices were PETA employees.<br /><br /><br />All Talk and No Action<br /><br />While HSUS will admit they don't run or fund any shelters, you usually find it at the bottom of the page or tucked away somewhere near the end of a statement. As I mentioned before, they don't put their money where their mouth is. Get this …<br /><br />In 1995, when the Washington DC animal shelter was going to have to close due to a budget shortfall, HSUS (based in DC) offered to build and operate a DC shelter at its own expense to serve as a national model. There were, of course, conditions.<br /><br />HSUS wanted the city to give it 3-5 acres of land and tax exempt status for all of its real estate holdings in the District of Columbia. (Remember, they buy some executives homes to live in among other property holdings.)<br /><br />The DC government offered a long-term lease but HSUS refused to proceed unless it would “own absolutely” the land. The district declined, and the only HSUS funded animal shelter never materialized.<br /><br />HSUS, who makes and has enough money to fund a shelter in every state, as well as subsidize spay/neuter programs, declined to help the dogs in its own back yard. Why? Money is all I can think of. Perhaps they were afraid they would soil their Armani suits by actually working with a dog.<br /><br /><br />The New CEO<br /><br />Rather than go on a tirade about the new President and CEO of HSUS, I have put some quotes from him below. Read them, and you decide.<br /><br />"I think they wanted the aggressive approach," he says. "They wanted someone who was going to think things up. And they got him." June 2004, Washington Post when asked about his selection as CEO.<br /><br />“We have no problem with the extinction of domestic animals. They are creations of human selective breeding." Quoted in Animal People, May, 1993<br /><br /><br />Overview<br /><br />I could go on for days about HSUS, but I will stop here. In my opinion, they are little more than an organization whose main agenda is filling the coffers and pushing an extremist agenda through misinformation and exploitation. Again, my opinion, they have done nothing but profit from the contributions of people who don't know any better. I have tried to see it otherwise, I simply can't.<br /><br />I highly recommend you go to activistcash.com and see what they have there about HSUS and their connection with PETA. There are several other sites I found interesting, as well as many stories about HSUS in the archive of the Washington Post.<br /><br />Would I give anything to the Humane Society of the United States? Yes I would. A pooper-scooper, they can use to go clean my yard. At least then we would know they actually have done something for a dog this year.<br /><br /><br />This article may be republished using the following attribution box:<br />------------<br />Copyright ©2004 Christopher Aust, Master Dog Trainer & Creator:<br />The Natural Cooperative Training System (NCTS) for Dogs<br />The Instinctual Development System (IDS) for Puppies<br />Subscribe to the BARK 'n' SCRATCH Newsletter: subscribe@Master-Dog-Training.com<br />VISIT NOW: http://www.Master-Dog-Training.com<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /></span></span><br />
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</span></span></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02114458839856053449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3091043879560551094.post-57507653576236975952013-06-01T08:17:00.002-07:002013-06-01T08:17:56.840-07:00SIMILARLY..... WHY WE SHOULD VOTE<div align="center">
<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><i>This is an amazingly well
written article that speaks volumes. All those involved
with animal protection should read this and share it with others.
Another article of similar magnitude is found by clicking <span style="color: #ead1dc;"><b>
<a href="http://www.21stcenturycares.org/whyorganize.htm">HERE!</a></b> </span>
There is also a well written article along the same lines on
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><a href="http://www.21stcenturycares.org/newapproach.htm">THIS PAGE.</a></span></b></i><b><br />
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<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></span>
<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Humane USA claims primary election defeat of California bear hounder
Rico Oller </b> <br />
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From ANIMAL PEOPLE, April 2004: </i></span></span></span> </div>
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Humane USA claimed its first win of the 2004 federal election
campaign in the March 2 Republican primary for the open California
3rd Congressional District seat in the U.S. House of
Representatives. Three candidates were entered: California state
senator Rico Oller, former California attorney general Dan
Lundgren, and Mary Ose, sister of retiring Republican incumbent
Dan Ose. "Humane USA has endors-ed Mary Ose, and is targeting Oller
with mailings, radio advertisements, and going door-to-door in the
district," </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Humane USA announced a week before
the voting. Humane USA targeted Oller, the announcement explained,
because "He has sided against humane advocates time and time again
during his tenure in the state legislature.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> He has sided with dogfighters,
cockfighters, and puppy mill operators. He has even opposed
legislation to add a bittering agent to antifreeze, toxic to
companion animals and children. Oller hunts bears with hounds,"
Humane USA charged, "and has been the leading voice in the state
legislature against efforts to ban this practice." Ose lost,
despite reportedly investing $800,000 of her own money in the
campaign. Lundgren, however, was declared the winner over Oller,
34,978 to 32,194, after eight days of ballot counting and
recounting. </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Why You Should Vote in November by
Julie E. Lewin President, National Institute for Animal Advocacy
President and Lobbyist, Animal Advocacy Connecticut <br />
How painful the presidential campaign is! Again our noses are
publicly rubbed in our political irrelevance. John Kerry, now the
Democratic nominee, found time in his frantic primary campaign
schedule to "hunt," for all of five minutes, posturing to win
votes from hunters. </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Vice President Dick Cheney and
Chief Supreme Court Justice Antony Scalia soon afterward
participated in a bird-killing spree. News media questioned not
their thrill-killing, but rather the impropriety of such ex parte
contact between a judge and a litigant in a pending case. </span></span></span>
</div>
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<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">As in other election years, some
animal advocates angrily contemplate sitting out the presidential
election as a mute form of protest. That would be self-indulgent.
Of course we should vote. The presidential candidates vary greatly
in whom they would nominate to the U.S. Supreme Court, a life
appointment, and to the Federal bench. </span></span></span></div>
<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">
</span></span></span><div align="justify">
<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The judges they select will
determine whether animal rights and environmental groups achieve
standing to sue on behalf of animals, as well as the outcomes of
actual cases. <br />
The candidates would likely appoint very different commissioners of
agencies that impact the environment, wildlife, and the care of
animals in factory farms, laboratories, and circuses. The values
and attitudes expressed by the President will also set the tone and
themes of future Presidential and Congressional campaigns. </span></span></span>
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<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">
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<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">We should, however, ask
ourselves why we are politically irrelevant, despite representing a
cause that receives donations from one household in four,
nationwide, and we should work to change this. Hunters were not
born with political power. <br />
They created it by organizing into national and state voting
blocks, which lawmakers know can determine the outcome of many
elections. </span></span></span></div>
<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">
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<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Conversely, it is the shame of
the animal rights and animal welfare movements that for more than
130 years we have clamored for laws and policies on behalf of
animals, yet have avoided the political arena. Why don't more
animal charities form auxilliary political organizations? Why do we
not take a stand, role up our sleeves, and set about the hard but
necessary work of forming state, county and municipal voting blocks
for animals? </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">A voting block of just a few
thousand voters can swing a Congressional election. Many statehouse
elections are won or lost by 100 or even a dozen votes, as are
municipal elections. Lawmakers' fear of such elections gives
organized minorities their power. In Connecticut, my state,
approximately 2.5 million people are eligible to register to vote.
Barely two million have registered, meaning that 20% of the
potential electorate has yet to be mobilized.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Only slightly more than one
million people voted in 2002 for Governor, for our members of
Congress, and for state legislative representatives. Sixty percent
of the public failed to express any political choice. Surveys
indicate that women and young voters, the very populations most
likely to hold pro-animal views, were among the people least likely
to vote, even though their votes could have ousted several
incumbents with negative records on animal issues and enough
accumulated seniority to hold disproportionate influence on key
legislative committees. </span></span></span></div>
<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">
</span></span></span><div align="justify">
<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Forty percent of Connecticut
voters failed to cast a ballot in the exceptionally closely
contested 2000 Presidential race, and did not express their views
about who should control Congress and the Statehouse, either. Only
722,000 people voted in our 2003 municipal elections. Seventy-one
percent of Connecticut voters allowed as few as 15% to determine
critical issues involving animal control and wildlife habitat,
among other topics, without even expressing a choice. </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">At the municipal level, anyone
who could mobilize even 5% of the voters would direct a force that
no politician could ignore. Contact your state elections agency and
your local city hall or county seat to get the voter turnout
statistics for your own location. The potential for animal
advocates to quickly alter the political arithmetic should quickly
become evident. As the late U.S. Senator Paul Well-stone put it,
"Dare to imagine what politics can be!" And in the last words of
early U.S. labor activist Joe Hill, "Don't mourn--organize!" </span></span></span>
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<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Julie Lewin founded the National
Institute for Animal Advocacy in <br />
2002 to teach political skills to animal advocates. The next two
NIFAA training seminars are to be held in Connecticut on May 23 and
July 24. Contact Lewin c/o <jlewin@igc.org>; 203-453-6590. Get
further information about NIFAA at Lewin, at <www.aact-online.org>.
<br />
"Don't waste votes again." </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Animal people who say they can't
support a hunter (John Kerry) for president scare me. Yes, I was
deeply disappointed to learn about Kerry's hunting. It was a
reminder that no pedestal is strong enough to hold any person for
long. I fear this single perceived fault could cost America four
more years of Bush--a disaster for the environment, international
relations, civil liberties, women, children, the economy, our
security, the military, working people, old people, sick people,
and animals. </span></span></span></div>
<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">
</span></span></span><div align="justify">
<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">It is dangerous to suggest there
are "worse" forms of hunting than others. But if you despise trophy
and "sport" hunting (canned or otherwise) as much as I do, you want
Bush and Cheney gone. They both engage in these despicable
activities and support them worldwide through their close ties with
Safari Club International. After working to save mourning doves from
target practice, I was shocked to learn Kerry had hunted them, as
well as pheasants.</span></span></span></div>
<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">
</span></span></span><div align="justify">
<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> I'm unaware of other animals
Kerry may have hunted. That is beside the point. Like it or not,
many Americans have grown up in a "hunting culture." Hunting is a
part of the American psyche that we must acknowledge and learn to
understand while we discourage it. To those who insist that vegan
Kucinich is "the one," I reply, "Wouldn't that be great?" </span></span></span>
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<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">He won't be. Neither will Nader.
We must not throw the baby out with the bath water. It will likely
be Kerry vs. Bush (and now--damn it!--vs. Nader). Could you take a
repeat of election 2000? Wake up to the American political system.
Don't waste votes again. Votes not cast for Kerry can be considered
as being given to Bush--and against all forms of life not boasting a
large bottom line. --Judy Reed AnimalVoices Speaking For Animals &
Their Environment <br />
7267 S. Clermont Drive Centennial, CO 80122 <br />
303-694-6522 </span></span></span><span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"></span></span></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02114458839856053449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3091043879560551094.post-83284001194518206212013-06-01T08:15:00.001-07:002013-06-01T08:15:42.756-07:00WHY SHOULD YOU ORGANIZE<div align="justify">
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><i>This is an amazingly
informative article that should be required reading for anyone in
the animal protection movement. The sister article that is
also extremely informative is found by clicking</i><b>
<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><a href="http://www.21stcenturycares.org/whyvote.htm">HERE!</a></span> </b>
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and also one that is quite powerful by clicking</i><b>
<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"> <a href="http://www.21stcenturycares.org/newapproach.htm">HERE!</a></span></b></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Making social change requires a
political animal by Julie Lewin <br />
</b>
<i>From 'ANIMAL PEOPLE NEWS'' July 2004</i></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Bill Moyer has spent more than 40
years as a full-time theorist, organizer, consultant and educator
about social movements. Since 1973 the Midwest Academy has trained
more than 20,000 activists, in a broad range of causes. Earlier
editions of the Midwest Academy Manual have been required reading
for many degree programs around the country. There is a lesson here:
for decades other causes have concentrated heavy resources on
organizing politically and developing political skills. Animal
advocates have not yet made a comparable investment. </span></span></span></div>
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Moyer and the Midwest Academy have
much to teach us that with few exceptions we have not learned from
within our own movement. Most important is a way of thinking.
Effective activism is only coincidentally self-expression, if at
all. Effective activism requires the ability and willingness to
accurately perceive the nuances of public perception and behavior.
It requires strategic thinking. It requires evaluating goals and
strategies utterly objectively, to discern where the balance of
economic power lies, the political dynamics surrounding the goal,
the resources available to activists to achieve the goal, and the
most advantageous public image that activists can use. </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Also essential is recognizing how
these dynamics evolve over time, necessitating strategic shifts.
Political thinking does not come naturally to most people, but is
not difficult to learn. Once you get it, it is like e-mail: you
realize you barely functioned without it. Responding to "the absence
of a practical model that describes and explains the normal path of
successful social movements," Moyer offers a highly detailed
Movement Action Plan (MAP) which describes the trajectory of any
cause and most effective use of any public opinion-shaping method.
MAP identifies four roles of activism: citizen, rebel, change agent,
and reformer. </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">He explains how each role can be
filled effectively--and how they are often filled ineffectively.
Moyer also diagrams "Eight Stages of the Process of Social Movement
Success," which progress from "normal times" with a festering
grievance, requiring advocates of change to "prove the failure of
official institutions"; advance to "ripening conditions" and "take
off"; either falter or regroup with "perception of failure"; and
eventually achieve "majority public opinion," leading to "success"
and "continuing the struggle." All readers will have their favorite
observations or epiphanies. </span></span></span></div>
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Among mine is Moyer's analysis
under "Stage 5, Perception of Failure." Moyer cautions activists
against naively expecting the world to rapidly make a 180-degree
turn on their issue, becoming wrongly disillusioned, and giving up
prematurely, without having built the enduring foundation that is
the only hope for real change. Incorrect appraisal of the situation
produces naive disillusionment. Further, it leads to the "emergence
of the negative rebel," who makes a "bad revolutionary." </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The profile of the bad
revolutionary is described in marvelous, instructive and almost
humorous detail. Organizing for Social Change concentrates more on
how to develop a strategy and see it through. The "Midwest Academy
Strategy Chart," attributed to Heather Booth, consists of Goals;
Organizational Considerations; Constituents, Allies, and Opponents;
Targets; and Tactics. It is a fabulous accompaniment to Moyer's MAP.
The manual is divided into "direct action organizing," "organizing
skills," "support for organization" and "selected resources," which
cover 26 major topic areas. Let the book fall open anywhere and I'll
bet you'll learn something useful. </span></span></span>
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></span>
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Protests </b></span></span></span>
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br />
Without the skills enhanced or provided by these books, untold
activist hours are squandered, and many are spent
counterproductively. One example of counterproductive behavior is
heavy reliance on protests, which is a sign of a movement which has
not matured past infancy. Protests do not build a grassroots machine
capable of wielding political power, and they miseducate new
activists about the dynamics of change. The time needed to plan and
attend a protest usually could be better spent in a variety of ways.
Examples include recruiting door-to-door, attending a city council
meeting, writing letters to the editors of local newspapers,
and-above all-building an enduring, expanding grassroots
organization capable of punishing and rewarding public officials at
the polls. </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Even peaceful protests encourage
the target public to view advocates as marginal people with whom
they share few values. Further, protests subliminally encourage
advocates to view themselves as outsiders. If there is one lesson I
have learned as an animal activist and lobbyist for 16 years, it is
that we need to try to position ourselves inside, not outside
general society and social institutions. I am not suggesting
weakening our goals. However, a rule of thumb applicable to
revolutionaries in any cause is that the more controversial or
radical your goals, the more conservative your image needs to be.
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Let's get political </b></span></span></span>
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Another example of counterproductivity: Across the country legions
of animal rescuers (including me) devote vast time and money to
rescuing cats and dogs. Yet how many have made it their business to
forge relationships with the members of their town council? How many
have identified their supporters by voting district? How many report
to their supporters at least annually what their local government is
doing to help or hinder, and tell their supporters how each elected
official voted on animal-related issues, including budget items? Is
the local government building and adequately funding shelters and
sterilization programs? Is it passing and enforcing appropriate
legislation? </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Is it even aware of the homeless
animal issue? Most important, are voters who care about animals
aware of the councillors' state of awareness? Animal rescue groups
call me often to seek advice about resolving dreadful situations
regarding dog pounds, feral cat colonies, and other emergencies.
Politically speaking, they nearly always are starting from scratch.
Although the callers have often been in and out of the local pound
for years, they are virtually always unaware of the many official
documents available to them through Freedom of Information Acts to
maintain accountability or help build their case. Nor are they
familiar enough with town government to know that in nearly all
jurisdictions, members of the public can address town officials by
requesting to be put on the agendas of public meetings. </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Learning to think politically
includes programming yourself to conceptualize the workings of
government (including your dog pound), and to assume the existence
of documents awaiting your discovery. Function politically, and you
will prevent many bad situations from occurring in the first place.
You will also be able to reverse others more quickly. Creating a
political culture A third example of counterproductive behavior is
animal advocates' extreme resistance to being political-I use this
term broadly-although many institutionalized cruel behaviors to
animals can be stopped only by being political. </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">As a case in point, in Connecticut
fewer than two percent of the adult population are licensed hunters,
and only a tiny fraction of one percent are licensed trappers, yet
our state wildlife agency consists of hunters and trappers who
energetically promote both pursuits. Public education campaigns and
protests have not and will not stop this. The solution is to create
a grassroots political machine of animal advocates capable of
rewarding or punishing legislators at the polls. </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">This is what the hunters have done
and why they drive wildlife policy. Legislators fear that the
politically organized hunting lobby-as small as it is-is large
enough to vote them out of office by providing the winning margin to
their opponent. Remember my favorite political axiom: A
well-organized minority can drive public policy on an issue, because
every politician knows that such a minority can swing elections.
These examples bring me to the weakness of both these books. Their
starting point is the use of the dynamics of participatory democracy
to gain change. </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">To gain change in the public
policy arena, advocates of a cause must wield the power of the vote
to reward or punish politicians on Election Day. Doing Democracy is
strangely apolitical. Moyer provides no information about the
structure or dynamics of politics. Yet I enormously admire and
applaud Moyer's skill in diagramming power in society. Animal
advocates cannot approach their potential to help animals without
understanding how power is allocated among social institutions.
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Developing a culture of
professional, political activism is impossible without such
perspective. Organizing for Social Change does incorporate political
organization and the dynamics of elections, but wrongly generalizes
by attributing success on issues to winning majority opinion. Animal
advocates have long since won majority opinion on some issues, but
have not succeeded in translating majority support into reductions
of institutionalized animal abuse because opponents are much better
positioned politically. </span></span></span>
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Formed to address the lack of a focused political culture in animal
activism is the new National Institute for Animal Advocacy. The
Institute will offer intensive three, four and five-day courses in
political activism with the intentions of: <br />
1) Raising the level of national discourse among advocates; <br />
2) creating a political culture within animal advocacy; and 3)
turning out professional, effective advocates, who are equipped to
function politically with the expertise that other grassroots issue
groups have had for decades. The curriculum will include: Theories
of Social Change, The Structure of Government and the Structure of
Politics; Creating Your Grassroots Political Machine for Animals:
Municipal, County and State; Political Dynamics, the Legislative
Process and the Political Mind; Creating a Lobbying Presence; the
Mechanics and Dynamics of Political Campaigns (necessary to
understand the political mind); Recruitment Strategies; Exploiting
Media and Creating an Image; Fundraising Strategies; and Legal
Issues pertinent to these activities. </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The faculty will consist of
seasoned political activists from other issue groups, legislators,
and other political figures. The program will be rigorous enough to
qualify for academic credit if arrangements are made in advance. The
first Institute session will be held October 18-21 in Southeastern
Connecticut at a beautiful ocean-front retreat and conference
center. We will provide train station and airport pick-ups and
drop-offs. Alternatively, we can bring a future session of the
Institute to you. For details, please contact me as soon as possible
at <jlewin@igc.org> or 203-453-6590. Meanwhile, read Doing Democracy
and Organizing for Social Change and let me know what you think of
them. [Julie Lewin is president and lobbyist for Animal Advocacy
Connecticut, and executive director of the National Institute for
Animal Advocacy.]</span></span></span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02114458839856053449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3091043879560551094.post-59497278541875222302013-05-29T12:20:00.002-07:002013-05-29T12:20:35.237-07:00"HOW WE JUSTIFY THE NEED TO EDUCATE OUR FUTURE DECISION MAKERS"<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></span><div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> <br />In nearly 20 years of listening to thousands of adults explain why they ‘had to’ dump their pets, it became so clear that most of them honestly didn’t have a clue as to how easy it would have been for them to have done the right thing in the first place. Instead, they end up assuming there are no options. They feel this is an acceptable solution. <br /> <br />But most horrifying is the fact they rarely feel true remorse. Many still think dog pounds will find their pets a new home. Many feel finding a good home for their pets is merely finding someone with a backyard and a smile promising to love it, with no background check or agreement at all. In as much as I’ve grown weary and disheartened with today’s adults,<br /><br />The benefits derived from pet ownership have been researched extensively since the 1970s. There is no doubt that a close relationship with companion animals is of benefit to the emotional and psychological development of children, provides much needed companionship and support to the elderly, assists in the recovery rate of patients suffering from serious illness and decreases the rate of minor illness, and may substantially reduce the risk of heart disease. Pets-as-therapy programs around the world have highlighted the benefits of assistance dogs, horse riding for sufferers of cerebral palsy and other disabilities, and the use of companion animals with mentally disturbed children and adolescents. With such strong support for the benefits of pets it could be suggested that pet ownership should in fact be actively encouraged by governments and health authorities, and it is not inconceivable that pets may be prescribed for the sick or disturbed in the future.<br /><br />Urban consolidation decreased size of private open space (backyards) and increasing competition for public open space (parks) places enormous pressures on dog owners in particular. Similarly for the non-pet owner, closer proximity and increased contact with other peoples' pets seems inevitable.<br /><br />Urban planning, education programs for pet owners and non-pet owners alike, and the development of realistic and enforceable animal control laws are the key to maintaining the balance between the needs of the majority of our community i.e. the pet owners, and the welfare and rights of others<br />There has been a great deal of interest in the dog attack issue over the past two years. Unfortunately this has not been helped by the media and highly emotive claims from unsubstantiated sources. Clearly, education in many forms and on many levels is the only way to correct problems such as these.<br /><br />In reality, "from 65 to 93% of dog attacks occurred in or near the dog owner's home" (Podberscek & Blackshaw 1990). Despite popular opinion, stray dogs are rarely aggressive towards humans (Beck 1979).<br /> ARNEWS feature.jpg (26737 bytes)<br /><br />Evaluation of Solutions<br /><br />EDUCATION<br /><br />Children<br />Children must obtain a basic grounding in the care and management of companion animals. They must be taught to respect all animals and to realize they have a responsibility to care for pets. In schools this can be effectively achieved through the Pet Pep program which should be in every Australian primary school by the end of 1993. Younger children however must also be targeted from as early as possible through their parents and preschool classes.<br />Adults - pet owners<br /><br />The expectations of pet ownership and the associated responsibilities have changed rapidly. In the past two decades it has become unacceptable to allow a dog to roam the streets or defecate in public areas. Pet owners often ignore these attitudinal changes in the community. Educational material aimed at pet owners must aim at raising the awareness of these changes and assist them in being able to meet the more demanding expectations of a far more vocal non-pet owning group.<br /><br />This education process can occur through:<br />i. media<br />- advertising<br />- human interest/current affair programs<br />- regular stories in print.<br />ii. seminars<br />Highly successful community seminars can be held at local venues with speakers like the local vets and the animal control officer (ACO). Incentive to attend such seminars can be generated by pre-publicity, free gift or bonus eg decreased dog registration fee for attendance.<br />iii. information booths<br />This popular concept can access the general public in shopping centers, local festivals and other community activities. The booths must be approachable and staffed by trained personnel who can answer queries.<br />iv. videos<br />There are a number of pet education videos available for all age groups. Local libraries could stock these as could veterinary<br />surgeries and council offices.<br />v. signs<br />Clear posters and signs indicating acceptable behavior are essential e.g. a graphic depicting dog's droppings with a slash through it (AFIRAC 1986:65). This signage must be accompanied by supportive action by councils to provide for the disposal of faces.<br />vi. leaflets<br />Multilingual, easy to understand information brochures should be provided for dissemination at all possible venues. Letter-boxing such leaflets could be effective.<br /><br />THE COMMUNITY<br />The status of pets in the community must be promoted. It should be unacceptable to denigrate the importance of the people/pet relationship or stipulate areas that are exempt to pet owners. The education of the community to accept pet ownership as an integral and important right of its members must be achieved in conjunction with raising the consciousness and concern of pet owners for others.<br />==================================================<br /><br />I stand firm in my belief that if they had knowledge of the resulting consequences of their actions, or been informed of just how simple and easy it is to do the right thing in the first place, almost all of them would have done the right thing. These ‘options’ not only save money, but they save lives. Ignorance and apathy, (the lack of understanding the entire picture) are undoubtedly the biggest part of the problems nowadays and are overwhelming in today’s adults. The good news is, both are easily correctable<br /><br />Randy N. Warner uses his experiences of rescuing abandoned and abused dogs for the past 18 years to show students 'cause and affect' and to teach them compassionate means of avoiding the unnecessary continuation of these deadly acts Since his mission is to do whatever possible to see some form of humane education program in our nation's schools, it is difficult to walk away from meeting with Mr. Warner without feeling his undying passion to spread his universal message to the next generation. It is hoped that they will benefit from the love and compassion that all animals can offer us and stop the abuse and overpopulation.<br /><br />The more people we can involve in and educate on these matters, the more that they will all understand the seriousness and magnitude of the atrocities being committed every day in this country and around the world. It can only be a good thing. It is proven that it does NOT take money to solve these problems! It takes the sharing of information and community involvement. Adult Americans are currently responsible for the sad legacy we leave to the younger generation in regards to the animals - their abuse, overpopulation and subsequent convenient and unnecessary euthanasia. So, it is only logical that if the general public is causing these problems, then we can't depend on THEM to teach their children how to correct the situation. They obviously don't know.<br /><br />Nobody has a litter of puppies or kittens just so they can be abused or later put to sleep. Most of those directly involved simply do the things they do out of ignorance, over inflated ego and apathy. We adults simply never had an opportunity to be involved in a comprehensive or successful humane education program. We simply learned a lot of the things we did through talking to our family at the dinner table, etc. Now that our families are more pseudo-assembled than ever, the topic of how best to care for Spot and Muffy, is simply lost in the shuffle. These things simply need some explaining in order to correct them. What used to be very simple, still is. We just need to begin where we obviously left off - with the kids.<br /> <br />Randy has been given thousands of silly and unbelievable reasons why the 'owners' had to get rid of their beloved pets. "They no longer match the interior of my living room," or she gained too much weight and we don't want a fat dog, or it's not housebroken, it barks. All are the fault of the caregiver / guardian, or in this case the pet's 'owner'. In almost all cases, had the person or family adopting the pet had checked out the given breed's qualities or taken some time in properly caring for the pet, it would have become a wonderful addition to the family and it's lifestyle.<br /><br />We provide information obtained from various national animal welfare groups and show proven means of avoiding he re-occurrences of these mistakes. They all provide good solid research with variety of solutions to all the big problems. We will discuss various ways in which they can become more active in their community by gaining knowledge and acting according to what is the best for all souls who surround them. <br /><br />This program, and many others like it, could easily change the way most people today think about their pets as well as how they are cared for. Many people simply begin by adopting the wrong type pet for the family and lifestyle they have. People will spend more time researching a new automobile than looking into the type of living soul they wish to spend the next 15 years with. A large number of those will just as easily take a puppy over an adult dog because 'they want to train it to be like they want it to be" only to give up on it and take it to the pound.<br /><br />Ignorantly, a lot of people seem to think that their pet will certainly find a good home. The reality is obviously quite different. Then there is the thought that only 'bad' dogs and cats are found at the pound; therefore they would rather not go there. In reality, the majority of the animals who are awaiting adoption at the local dog pound are only there due to an ignorant and impatient 'owner'. So, ignorance of the adults, in general will also be the main cause of these animals never having a fair shot at a second chance for life.<br /> <br />The most important focus of this program is to teach the younger generation that if they have a litter of puppies or kitties, then they immediately become the biggest problem we have in solving the situation of overpopulation. "But, I found good homes for my litter" is only an excuse for ignorance. If you are part of a company who makes widgets and you have an overstock of more than 8 million widgets that can't be sold and must be destroyed, the ONLY solution to preventing additional and costly losses is to stop manufacturing widgets.<br /><br />When asked why so many normal, well-educated and loving families had a litter of puppies or kittens, two responses kept coming up. "Oh, we PLAN to have our pets spayed or neutered, but we wanted to have a couple litters first." In other words, they just missed the whole point of the spay and neuter campaign. The second one is "we just wanted to show the children the miracle of birth" Then the only fair thing to do in this situation is to take them to the local dog pound to volunteer for a couple days as well. After all, you've just become one of the biggest contributing factors to the problems we see at our animal facilities!!<br /><br /> Overcrowding. BACKYARD BREEDERS are not educated, they are not providing quality dogs and cats and they DON'T have you or your new pet's best interest at hand. See the page marked "Backyard Breeders".<br /><br />One thing that is very upsetting is when the school administrators feel this is NOT a necessary or appropriate educational program for their students. It is very disheartening to hear a superintendent or principal downplay these programs that affect each and every student and faculty member in their reach. Excuses like "All of our students already have dogs or cats" to "we don't feel that we need an outsider into our schools to tell us we need to learn about how to be responsible for our pets and their needs'. We are aware that most of their students have or will have pets of their own. We just don't particularly wish for them to simply follow in the footsteps of those adults or caregivers they learn live with. After all, it's today's adults - all of us, to a certain extent - who are creating this problem.<br /><br />THE EDUCATION PROGRAM OUR MAIN GOAL IS TO PREVENT THE UNNECESSARY KILLING OF INNOCENT, ADOPTABLE PETS DUE TO IGNORANCE AND IRRESPONSIBILITY BY HUMANs <br /><br />What follows is an outline or an abbreviated version of the program that usually lasts about 45 minutes or more, depending on questions coming from the students and adults in attendance The discussion involving the possible formation of their local humane education club or helping them to launch a project to help their community would be following this short program and could last an hour or more.<br /><br />. This could take place at another time and place with an adult advisor, so as not to prevent the students from missing additional class time.<br />TOPICS FOR DISCUSSION WITH THE STUDENTS:<br />1. The benefits of community involvement. Do not stand idly by and allow abuse, neglect or other ignorance by humans. Help the community to learn to better through information sharing.<br />2. The need for everyone with a pet to have some form of access to proper training and guidance.<br />3. The importance of becoming the 'guardian' of the proper pet for you and your family and the lifestyle you live.<br />4. The absolute evils of having a litter of puppies or kittens along with the importance of timely spaying and neutering of said pet.<br />5. The importance of providing the appropriate needs for your pet, not necessarily what your ego decides is best for them.<br />6. How everyone can become involved on an individual basis by helping senior citizens and low income families by providing occasional vet trips or a few bags of dog food to prevent their pets from being relinquished to the animal facility unnecessarily.<br />7. The benefits of beginning with an adult dog from the dog pound as opposed to 'assuming' that they have the knowledge or understanding of how to properly train a new young puppy to meet their needs. (Having my five dogs in the classroom that are obviously very lovable and worthwhile, helps bring this point home with some foundation) Each one was an adult from the pound when I adopted him or her. The fact that one has kept a puppy, only means they were lucky, not necessarily a skilled or knowledgeable trainer. An adult dog from the pound is already spayed and neutered, vaccinated; past it's digging and chewing stage and will respond with love and affection as it has just come from a family who obviously didn't care.<br />8. The proven benefits for humans as well as their pets of providing 'indoor' sleeping arrangements for their pets. Reduced allergies for children, improved allergenic reactions for adults who already have them, as well as a longer and healthier life for the pets as well. After all, if a dog is to protect its most important family members, it can't do so from the back yard if it has no access to the inside areas. (Reference: Associated Press article by Justin Pritchard in San Francisco)<br /><br />9. A 'guard dog' is one who has been properly trained for the job and understands its boundaries. It is NOT a dog someone throws into the back yard with no guidance or training. The latter will only prove to annoy your neighbors and cause your family undue troubles with barking, biting or destruction of property.<br />10. Why the perfect family should consider a second compatible dog or cat as a companion for the first one. (Too many deserving and loving animals will die if not, and dogs and cats are social animals and enjoy the company of other compatible dogs and cats) They play with and train each other and offer much needed exercise for each other.<br />11. The absolute necessity for having proper identification on your pet at ALL TIMES. (I.e. 4th of July, New Years Eve, tornadoes, earthquakes and various events that frighten your pet to where they will escape out of fear.)<br />12. To discuss the proven links between animal abuse and future criminal activity as adults. (Reference Houston Chronicle Story Nov 29, 2000 by Jo Ann Zuiga: "Animal Abuse May Be Warning Sign)<br />13. IF you are forced to part with your beloved pet, remember to never take it to the local pound, but to a local rescue org. and NEVER place a "FREE TO GOOD HOME" ad in the paper. The 'whys' and the options. Rethink your decision to relinquish the pet. It has already given everything it has to try and please you and would certainly give it's life to protect you if need be. Don't dump it off for silly self-centered reasons, which could be rectified through some training tips or a few sacrifices on your part.<br />SUGGESTED PROJECTS FOR THOSE INTERESTED<br />1. To hopefully prepare a program in which the members will visit other schools in and around the local area to share this information and hopefully help others to form these humane education clubs in their schools as well.<br />2. The first several meetings of this group can be enhanced through additional speakers from their local humane organizations, vets, dog trainers and animal control officers who will share their local problems with the students.<br />3. Offers to assist senior citizens and low income families with donated food and vet visits as well as training tips to improve the quality of the pets' lives as well as their own.<br />4. How to convince the public to obtain appropriate identification for all pets either through a simple engraved tag on the collar or micro-chipping.<br />5. To tackle the project of holding an OFF SITE adoption program for those pets who would otherwise face certain death at the local facility. After all, the public rarely goes to the pound, as it is a very sad and depressing place. They will, however attend an event at a local city park where each animal is leashed and accompanied by a volunteer with a card containing the autobiography of that given pet.<br />6. Try to tackle a project such as opening a local dog park where the dogs and their guardians come to socialize, run and play with each other in a securely fenced area.<br />7. Obtaining much needed coverage in their school newspaper to help other students to learn proper care-giving procedures and responsibilities for their pets. Not to mention the benefits to their org. as well as the local community of having nice coverage within their local papers and t. v. news.<br />8. Letter writing campaigns, neighborhood 'reach' programs and other means of truly helping the local population as well as local government officials to provide improved care for their pets.<br /><br />9. The need to speak out and get involved in issues that surround your family and those you care about. To take action and vote on issues and for candidates who strongly support and stand by ideals that help your local area to grow and improve the quality of life for all souls who reside there. Do not sit idly by while a neighbor neglects or abuses an animal by tying it up to a post or allowing it to go without food or water. Do not sit idly by while an important initiative gets defeated in your local elections.<br />IF YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW, THINKS THEY WOULD LIKE TO GO TO SCHOOLS AND VOLUNTEER SOME TIME AND INFORMATION IN AN ATTEMPT TO HELP THE NEXT GENERATION BECOME MORE INFORMED AND COMPASSIONATE, PLEASE EMAIL OR CALL 21ST CENTURY CARES. YOU WILL BE PROVIDED WITH INFORMATION ON HOW TO APPROACH THE SCHOOLS, MATERIALS FOR VARIOUS GRADE LEVELS, PROJECT IDEAS AND MORE.</span></span></span></div>
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there are so many aspects to providing pets with the proper thoughts, care and treatment.
It outlines all major points of why so many pets are relinquished or lost each year as
well as proving that this can be STOPPED if only people have the correct information to
work from. Throughout this program, it will also instill within the students, that
compassion and understanding for 'other than themselves' is critical in thinking and
acting throughout life and provides many benefits towards character development. See <b><u>I</u></b><span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><b><a href="http://www.21stcenturycares.org/importance.htm">MPORTANCE
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Everyone must recognize that I am not a teacher by trade. I've been asked for a Lesson
Plan by many and I didn't even know what that was for the longest time. The reason I am so
comfortable and do such a good job with students, regardless of age, is that I know I'm
sharing information with them that they have not heard before and that will change their
lives.<br />
Humane Education, as it is known to be, is the whole idea of environment, compassion for
all animals and so forth. I am only dealing with responsibility and education regarding
our companion animals. For those who provide me with an audience, I believe they will be
more likely to look into some form of further humane education later on. It's my opinion,
but I feel that trying to discuss more angles or topics involved, would dilute the message
and the students would not retain the info we hope regarding the animals. The entire
package is for those who have an actual curriculum where time allows this.<br />
You can visit any grade level you choose. I never go to those below 5th grade as I don't
feel they can quite grasp what they should in order to follow the program. You must
realize that the high school students are sometimes more difficult to speak to, but they
are also the ones who will be out on their own in 1-3 years and NEED to hear this at least
once before they begin to make the same mistakes so many others have before them. So, do
everything possible to see that the higher grades are included in your efforts. (not
unlike drunk driving and criminal activities, the majority of abuse and neglect cases are
from males ages 18 - 30)<br />
The average class period is approximately 45 minutes. Therefore, that is likely the time
you will be allotted. Of course, you can always take advantage of additional time with
questions and answers. Even with the 45 minutes, there are interruptions and the delay in
starting by at least 5 min also. I usually begin with some humor or something funny or
silly to get their attention. I 'apologize' for misleading the students with my
appearance, but contrary to rumors, I am not Brittany Spears' double. (I'm 50, short,
somewhat weighty, practically bald) and that gets a chuckle from any age group. To let the
older students know that I am here to give them information and I expect them to pay
attention, I usually begin by asking 'How many of you feel that the info I'm about to give
you is something you already know? You already know all there is to know about how to keep
a pet." You'll have a couple smarties that will raise their hands. I have some chairs
available and ask them to come up front. I place the chairs right where I plan to stand
and tell them, 'if you know all there is to know, then I'm going to ask you to sit here to
keep me honest and correct me when I make mistakes, OK?<br />
Personally, I wouldn't dream of visiting a school or group meeting for this, without
having a rescue animal that is safe with everyone, to have a real time visual they can
touch and experience during my speaking. It brings the presentation's message to a whole
different and meaningful level. Of the 70+ schools I"ve visited in 8 western states,
I believe all but two made it very clear they would not allow any dogs. I took them along
anyway, since the van was our daytime home and without fail, they were welcomed into each
and every school and became instant celebrities. It helps that I look confident and do
nothing to bring attention to the dogs - they bring enough to themselves by being so
diversified in size, shape and color, plus being well behaved ladies and gentlemen. Mine
don't bark, won't leave my site, don't jump, but absolutely can hardly contain their
excitement - anticipating all those hands that want to pet them. See the
article from <span style="color: #ead1dc;"><b><a href="http://www.21stcenturycares.org/midwesttour.htm">Chicagoland Tails</a></b></span>
and <span style="color: #ead1dc;"><b><a href="http://www.21stcenturycares.org/westerntour.htm">Monterey, CA newspaper</a>.</b></span></span></span></span>
<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br />
I will still only provide suggestions and outlines for those who wish to go into the
schools. I could give you a 'word for word presentation, but, you would have to re work it
to be comfortable with the way you naturally speak, plus, what I speak of in my
presentations may not be applicable or relevant in your specific community.</span></span></span>
<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br />
OK. I hope you have a list of the pages from my <span style="color: #ead1dc;"><b><a href="http://www.21stcenturycares.org/icanhelp.htm">"I CAN HELP"</a> </b></span>page. I
feel strongly that anyone visiting a school or youth group should read all the pages in
the first category listing. It is 36 pages of a wide variety of things you can and should
discuss with the audience. As I say in my intro to that page, we don't use terms like
'shelters' or euthanasia and putting to sleep. Those are inappropriate for such a horrific
and neglectful situation that is occurring. You will be surprised at the number of people
- even adults - who are unaware of the statistics and the irresponsibility of humans with
their pets. To soften the horror to make it sound nicer is simply doing one thing: it
makes the audience see that it's not nearly as bad as it really is. They go to dog pounds
or county facilities and there, they are killed. Some with injections, some with the gas
chamber, and even some with bullets from high school boys who are making extra money.</span></span></span>
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The only page that I use in its' entirety is '<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><b><a href="http://www.21stcenturycares.org/spayn.htm">SPAYN.HTM</a>'</b></span> the Spay and Neuter Story
for Kids. This is how I begin every presentation. You'll see that it starts out very
blunt, but immediately changes to how they can do their part to stop this by listening and
then making different decisions than previous generations have made. They will do that
with knowledge of the facts. They may or may not do this with a softened and politically
correct means of using the more accepted words. I just don't see it.<br />
Some other pages that are 'musts' in their content, are <span style="color: #ead1dc;"><b><a href="http://www.21stcenturycares.org/backyardbreeders.htm">'Backyard Breeders</a></b></span>' <span style="color: #ead1dc;"><b>'<a href="http://www.21stcenturycares.org/idied.htm">I died today"</a></b></span> "<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><b><a href="http://www.21stcenturycares.org/inorout.htm">In or Out'</a></b></span> and '<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><b><a href="http://www.21stcenturycares.org/yournextpet.htm">Your Next Pet</a>"</b></span> If you
could read these pages enough times to be familiar with their content, you could present a
decent program in your own words. After doing rescue for so many years, the 'pregnancy'
and 'allergies' pages have strong substantial impacts with those I speak to. It is amazing
to realize the number of animals which are relinquished due to the woman's first pregnancy
or their unjust fears and incorrect assumptions of allergies.</span></span></span>
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There is no doubt, it will seem overwhelming and frightening at first. But anyone who has
the sense and compassion to recognize the importance of humane education, certainly has
the information through their experiences to speak for 45 minutes. MAKE SURE YOU TAKE A
WRITTEN LIST OF TOPICS. keep them with you and don't be afraid to look at them. I always
do. My outline is this:</span></span></span>
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1. The absolute evils of having a litter of puppies or kittens along with the importance
to the health of the pets to provide spaying and neutering at a young age. See Spay and
Neuter Story for Kids.<br />
2. The need for everyone with a pet to have some form of access to proper training and
guidance. It's very clear that most people assume they have the talent to train a dog, but
the likelihood is that they were just lucky. Most likely is that they won't take the
appropriate time to do what is necessary to bring the puppy to the level of bahavior they
wish to have and will end up getting rid of the dog unfortunately.<br />
3. The importance of becoming the '<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><b><a href="http://www.21stcenturycares.org/guardian.htm">guardian'</a>
</b></span>of the proper pet for you and your family and the lifestyle you live. Definition of
'owner': One who has possession of an object, thing or piece of real estate. Definition of
'guardian' One who adopts a child or pet for the sole purpose of providing necessary care,
compassion, guidance, love, exercise, food, water and shelter for a safe healthy
existance.<br />
4. The benefits of community involvement. Do not stand idly by and allow abuse, neglect or
other ignorance by humans. Help the community to learn to better through information
sharing.'If you don't tell them, who will?" <span style="color: #ead1dc;"><b><a href="http://www.21stcenturycares.org/projsug.htm">Many ideas can be located here.</a></b></span><br />
5. The importance of providing the appropriate needs for your pet, not necessarily what
your ego decides is best for them. Dogs tied to a post, teathered to a fence, kept in a
small pen, etc. That is what the human wants for them and is not at all healthy for the
pet.<br />
6. How everyone can become involved on an individual basis by helping senior citizens and
low income families by providing occasional vet trips or a few bags of dog food to prevent
their pets from being relinquished to the animal facility unnecessarily.<br />
7. The benefits of beginning with an adult dog from the dog pound as opposed to 'assuming'
that they have the knowledge or understanding of how to properly train a new young puppy
to meet their needs. (Having my five dogs in the classroom that are obviously very lovable
and worthwhile, helps bring this point home with some foundation) Each one was an adult
from the pound when I adopted him or her. The fact that one has kept a puppy, only means
they were lucky, not necessarily a skilled or knowledgeable trainer. An adult dog from the
pound is already spayed and neutered, vaccinated; past it's digging and chewing stage and
will respond with love and affection as it has just come from a family who obviously
didn't care. See '<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><b><a href="http://www.21stcenturycares.org/yournextpet.htm">Your Next Pet</a>'</b></span>
for full argument.<br />
8. The proven benefits for humans as well as their pets of providing 'indoor' sleeping
arrangements for their pets. Reduced allergies for children, improved allergenic reactions
for adults who already have them, as well as a longer and healthier life for the pets as
well. After all, if a dog is to protect its most important family members, it can't do so
from the back yard if it has no access to the inside areas. (Reference: Associated Press
article by Justin Pritchard in San Francisco) See 'Inside or Outside' pets for full story.<br />
9. A 'guard dog' is one who has been properly trained for the job and understands its
boundaries. It is NOT a dog someone throws into the back yard with no guidance or
training. The latter will only prove to annoy your neighbors and cause your family undue
troubles with barking, biting or destruction of property. This is a lazy mans' way of
making excuses for not providing the pet with the proper care, socialization and
compassion required by all pets.<br />
10. Why the perfect family should consider a second compatible dog or cat as a companion
for the first one. (Too many deserving and loving animals will die if not, and dogs and
cats are social animals and enjoy the company of other compatible dogs and cats) They play
with and train each other and offer much needed exercise for each other.<br />
11. The absolute necessity for having proper identification on your pet at ALL TIMES.
(I.e. 4th of July, New Years Eve, tornadoes, earthquakes and various events that frighten
your pet to where they will escape out of fear.)<br />
12. To discuss the proven links between animal abuse and future criminal activity as
adults. (Reference Houston Chronicle Story Nov 29, 2000 by Jo Ann Zuiga: "Animal
Abuse May Be Warning Sign) <br />
13. IF you are forced to part with your beloved pet, remember to never take it to the
local pound, but to a local rescue org. and NEVER place a "<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><b><a href="http://www.21stcenturycares.org/freetohomes.htm">FREE TO GOOD HOME</a></b></span>" ad in
the paper. The 'whys' and the options. Rethink your decision to relinquish the pet. It has
already given everything it has to try and please you and would certainly give it's life
to protect you if need be. Don't dump it off for silly self-centered reasons, which could
be rectified through some training tips or a few sacrifices on your part.<br />
14. Make sure you select the appropriate pet for your family's lifestyle. If you live in a
large high rise, you don't want a dog that needs to run 20 miles a day (dalmatian) If you
are less active family or one who is always on the run, you don't want to get a highly
active dog. However, a Great Dane, as well as a german shepherd are good dogs for
apartment living as they do not require the high energy exercise nor the volume of walks
that many others do. Smaller dogs are usually NOT best for condo or apt living due to
their excessive barking that disturbs the neighbors.</span></span></span>
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SUGGESTED PROJECTS FOR THOSE INTERESTED<br />
1. To hopefully prepare a program in which the members will visit other schools in and
around the local area to share this information and hopefully help others to form these
humane<br />
education clubs in their schools as well. ***This helps the students with business
planning, public speaking, speech preparations and much more. <span style="color: #ead1dc;"><b><a href="http://www.21stcenturycares.org/formingclubs.htm">See Forming club</a></b></span><u>s</u><br />
2. The first several meetings of this group can be enhanced through additional speakers
from their local humane organizations, vets, dog trainers and animal control officers who
will share their local problems with the students.<br />
3. Offers to assist senior citizens and low income families with donated food and vet
visits as well as training tips to improve the quality of the pets' lives as well as their
own. <span style="color: #ead1dc;"><b><a href="http://www.21stcenturycares.org/seniors.htm">Also see this</a>.</b></span><br />
4. How to convince the public to obtain appropriate identification for all pets either
through a simple engraved tag on the collar or micro-chipping. ***The excuse for not
having proper I.D. is that their pets never leave their home. On the fifth of July for
example, pounds and other animal control facilities are flooded with pets with no I.D.
from fear of the fireworks the previous night. Nearly 150,000 are killed just due to this
one annual event. So, if they had ID or had been placed inside the home as they should,
this would not occur.<br />
5. To tackle the project of holding an OFF SITE adoption program for those pets who would
otherwise face certain death at the local facility. After all, the public rarely goes to
the pound, as it is a very sad and depressing place. They will, however attend an event at
a local city park where each animal is leashed and accompanied by a volunteer with a card
containing the autobiography of that given pet. *** People do NOT want to go to the dog
pound or county facility due to it's gruesome smells, sights, sounds, etc. This allows
people to experience these dogs in a happy, playful atmosphere of adoptability.For each
volunteer, there is one dog on a leash. That volunteer has a 3X5 card with all the details
of said pet and will allow prospective adopting families to walk the dog and get to know
it. This all takes place with the volunteer right at their side at all times and inside an
enclosed, fenced area.<br />
6. Try to tackle a project such as opening a local dog park where the dogs and their
guardians come to socialize, run and play with each other in a securely fenced area or
help adopt some older 'un adoptable' dogs to senior citizens who live alone - a win win
situation. *** Creative thinking is the true success story in all this.<br />
7. Obtaining much needed coverage in their school newspaper to help other students to
learn proper care-giving procedures and responsibilities for their pets. Not to mention
the benefits to their org. as well as the local community of having nice coverage within
their local papers and TV. news. *** This will help them see how networking, publicity and
the sharing of knowledge can truly make the difference in this tragedy that is really so
very easy to stop.<br />
8. The need to speak out and get involved in issues that surround your family and those
you care about. To take action and vote on issues and for candidates who strongly support
and stand by ideals that help your local area to grow and improve the quality of life for
all souls who reside there. Do not sit idly by while a neighbor neglects or abuses an
animal by tying it up to a post or allowing it to go without food or water. Do not sit
idly by while an important initiative gets defeated in your local elections. ***This will
assist students to understand their government. They will learn how their local
government works, ways to lobby their government, and increase awareness and appreciation
for how the system works in which they live.<br />
9. Letter writing campaigns, neighborhood 'reach' programs and other means of truly
helping the local population as well as local government officials to provide improved
care for their pets. ****This will help students' writing abilities, vocabulary, english
skills, and grammar.</span></span></span>
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I would strongly advise that you take along a half dozen additional printed pages i.e. Jim
Willis' written pieces. I have four of them on my site. "<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><b><a href="http://www.21stcenturycares.org/hcy.htm">How Could You?</a>"</b></span>, ''<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><b><a href="http://www.21stcenturycares.org/truestory.htm">True Story</a>" </b></span>and "<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><b><a href="http://www.21stcenturycares.org/freekits.htm">Free Kittenz</a></b></span>" are my two
favorites. Then some additional pages that you will leave with the teacher.
Hopefully at a later date, in an effort to re mind them of all they learned today,
they will either discuss one of these - each at different times, or do an essay on them,
etc. You really don't' want to just leave and not have them discuss this topic again
or they will not retain the information provided. Remember, the compassion and
understanding they will learn from this program can and will change the world in which we
live.</span></span></span></td>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">INTRODUCTION</span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span></b></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">We are seeking confident individuals who clearly possess a drive of self motivation and are passionate about companion animals who are mistreated, neglected and too often killed. We have the information, we know what the main causes of the unnecessary deaths and abuse and neglect. However, not a single organization is out in the field with paid or volunteer staff to begin the process of guiding our next generation towards making more informed decisions. We plan to change that with the hiring and training of various caring individuals who aren't afraid of speaking to large groups of students and giving them information that will greatly reduce these deaths, abuse and neglect cases for the future.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Americans donated nearly $2 billion in 2010 to their favorite animal protection organizations in hopes of doing exactly what I hope we can do by approaching it from a very different position. With this $2billion, the rescue groups, both large and small were able to save approximately 90,000 dogs from local and area high kill facilities. Still, 8 million died at the hands of our county, city and state governments. It is obvious that their way is not working and that a different plan of attack is considerably overdue.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Each individual representing this organization will offer guidance to students on how they can form their own Humane Education Club for their school. This would include providing ideas for the first 3-4 meetings' speakers and topics of discussion.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">I've posted this across the nation and gotten several interested parties to follow through.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Positions are open in all areas of the United States of America effective January 1, 2013. 21st Century CARES will provide each candidate with all resources needed to provide an educated and informative presentation. It is important to become familiar with these resources and then to place them into your own words so that you are more comfortable when standing in front of audiences of 5th graders through college including 4H groups, scouting troops and even Sunday School classes. Each individual will be responsible for his/her hours, locations of engagements and appointments as well as income. Each presentation will be a minimum of 45 min in length. If Q and A follows, it will be longer. It will also extend the presentation if you are addressing larger groups i.e. all 4 classes of that particular grade lever in the building or even 5th, 6th and 7th grades in an assembly.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">======================</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">If you have a CALM AND SAFE dog who is extremely well socialized to be around groups of people especially youth, it is suggested that you make an appt with a local entity that can provide you with the professional opinion that your dog is safe in these situations. TRUST ME YOU DO NOT WANT TO BE WRONG ON THIS. YOU MAY PAY FOR THE REMAINDER OF YOUR LIFE OR EVEN WITH THE LIFE OF YOUR PET SHOULD IT BITE OR ATTACK WHILE IN YOUR CARE. </span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">For a motivated individual who also has access to a more populated area, it is conceivable to bring in upwards of $500per week. Even for those who don't have the time or are more 'rural' in population, it is still easy to assume you could make $200 per week. Your 'out of pocket' expenses would be some printing, minimal numbers of blank cds and your gas.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">My name is Randy N. Warner and it is my goal to have as many folks employed in this manner as we can find and train. I truly hope that you will never hesitate calling me with questions, as I really want you to do well, be successful and to make some money. 21ST CENTURY CARES DOES NOT TAKE ANY PORTION OF THE INCOME YOU GENERATE nor do we ask for fees, training costs or any other monies generated due to your work efforts for this company.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The young people are eager to learn. They truly do want to have a cause they can get behind and make some changes. This is the one we hope they'll adopt. After all, almost everyone will have a pet at some point in time, so they can directly relate.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">STEP 1</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Set aside a good time and call Randy at 928-767-4895. Have a list of questions ready to ask and be prepared to spend an hour or more on the phone to gain a good solid picture of what this position entails, your responsibility, etc.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">PREPARATION FOR THE FIELD (after becoming very familiar with the links of information provided below)</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">1. If you want to become a non profit, call IRS for an EIN number and name your non profit '(fill in this space) Cares'. 800-829-4933</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">You're looking for an Employee Identification Number (EIN#)</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Mine is 21st Century Animal Resource and Education Services and we go by 21st Century CARES. All you need is your EIN and it's free and takes about 20 min. You'll never have to worry about collecting grants or large donations so you won't have to go and develop a board of directors, come up with articles of incorporation, mission statement and bylaws. DON'T EVER LOSE THIS NUMBER!!!</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">2.Call any school for 5th grade and up. If you have a friend or relative with contacts, go through them. If not, call and simply tell them you were in the parking lot and met that teacher who is such an animal lover. EVERY SCHOOL HAS ONE OF THESE. They'll put you through to someone who can get you in. NO CHARGE to them.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">IT IS IMPORTANT TO SPEAK TO LARGER GROUPS I.E. THE ENTIRE 5TH AND 6TH GRADE CLASSES IN THAT BUILDING AT ONCE. This will prevent you from having to return over and over again. Speaking to only one of the 5th grade classes from that building is also sort of a waste of your time. Assemblies are difficult to convince schools to do, but can really offer a great venue and atmosphere for some good information sharing. Simply combining the 5th and 6th graders is not as overwhelming and much easier to handle for you as well as the school administrators and teachers.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">If you live in or near a more populated area, start with your Charter schools. They are there to try new things and are not bound by all the red tape that our normal public schools are. Then use them as references.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">You'll address the issues that will help them make better and more compassionate decisions in life, help them form their own humane education club, provide them with articles, lesson plans, project suggestions etc - all from the website.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Most importantly, let them know you will be donating a full set of seven books on humane education and character development to their school library. They really appreciate that. (you'll be doing this with e-books on cd's through free links I will be providing to you)</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">3. Then go to a business and ask them to sponsor you for $150 or two of them for $75 each. Explain what you do and that you'll be donating 7 books to that school library and the cd cover will say THESE HUMANE EDUCATION BOOKS AND MATERIALS DONATED BY XYZ BUSINESS and will be there forever for kids to see. The school will also love that idea.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">(You can get these books downloaded at no charge from the home page of www.21stcenturycares.org/) Then simply copy them onto your blank CD, print off a cover for the CD case that thanks the business and you're ready to roll.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> The books 'teachers guides' and are simply the contents of the entire website which includes over 1,000 total pages of lesson plans, project suggestions, stories, research articles and more.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Every day you work, you'll pocket what ever funds you collected for sponsorship. Sometimes you'll only be able to get $100. Big deal. It's 100 bucks you didn't have the day before. </span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">You certainly don't want to keep getting sponsors for the same school. That school doesn't need 3 or 4 cd's with the same information. We only consider any given school to be a 'success' when our representative has given a full presentation to every student in that building from 5th grade on up. So use your visits wisely so as not to take away from your earnings.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">You may also wish to reduce the cost of a sponsorship for the more rural communities and then you would offer fewer books per visit as your lasting contribution to this message for their students.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Local printers may very well give you some copies for no charge as long as they have their logo someplace prominently displayed. None of the pages for pass out sheets need to be given to every student at your expense. Be wise with your choices and give the teacher the ultimate decision.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">READING MATERIALS YOU NEED TO REVIEW VERY CLOSELY</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Please read the following text very carefully and be aware that this is the general outline of topics for the presentations you will be giving. So, the following should be pretty well memorized prior to your first appearance.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Make this FUN for the kids and teachers as well. Energetic, but compassionate and most of all informative.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">(You can use any number of personal greetings to begin that involve the audience - this is the one that worked for me)</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">We adults are killing up to 8 million happy, healthy adoptable pets this year in the U. S. We are not doing this due to any comprehensive and viable humane education program in our schools when we were young. Clearly, we are doing this due to a lack thereof. In other words, had they had any education when I was growing up, we wouldn't be killing so many today. Hopefully you will take the info I present today and use it to make better decisions that will reduce the number of animals that suffer abuse, neglect and even death.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">MOST people really do not know what is right and what is wrong when it comes to bringing pets inside the home at night, having litters of puppies and kittens, and giving them the guidance and stuff they really need as opposed to what it is we only want to give them. Quite honestly, most adults commit these deadly acts out of ignorance and laziness.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Dogs and cats can help lower your blood pressure, sniff you for epileptic seizures before they happen, guide the blind, alert their humans who are hearing impaired that someone is at the door or the phone is ringing. Yet we dump them at the pound in the most callous of ways when they become a burden and then, they die.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">* Importance of spaying and neutering before the age of 6 months. No leg lifting, less likely to run away, to bite, fight and contract testicular or vaginal cancer. Plus they won't have unwanted litters.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">* The importance of proper ID on all pets i.e. July 4, Halloween, natural disaster, etc.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">* The links between animal abuse at a young age and future criminal behavior and committing much greater crimes.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">*Spend time discussing the benefits of community service involvement. ''DO NOT STAND IDLY BY AND ALLOW YOUR FAMILY, FRIENDS OR NEIGHBORS TO ABUSE, NEGLECT OR HAVE LITTERS OF PUPPIES AND KITTENS. Then discuss with them what they feel is abuse and neglect and make sure you fill in the blanks from what they have failed to mention. Tying up on a short chain, not having proper vet care for ailments and injuries, striking the young pet in an attempt to train them.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">* The absolute EVIL and irresponsibility of having even one litter of puppies or kittens. Put it into a business prospective. If your company made widgets and every year for the past 50 yrs you've had an end of year surplus of 8 million or more, a business who plans to be successful and stay in business will stop making widgets next year, Then they will review a viable plan to prevent this overage from ever happening again.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">*The 'do's and don't' of having to part with a pet. First of all, you NEVER get a pet unless you are the owner of the property at which you reside. Landlords are notorious for deciding that they no longer want pets in the home you rent. Boyfriends will decide they don't like your little cat and try to force you to get rid of it. Be settled and stable before getting one.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">If you must part with your pet, do NOT take it to the dog pound. They will kill it the same day. Do NOT put an ad on Craigslist for free dog or free cat. Find a rescue org that will take it until it finds another forever and loving home.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The benefits of having your dog sleep inside the home at night. ( read up on this. There is NO reason to leave a dog outside at night and EVERY reason to bring it inside. Ignorance is the only difference from one home to the other.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Benefits of starting with an adult dog from the pound and then getting a puppy at a later date since the BEST homes will have two dogs.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">YOUR DOG WILL BE THE BEST FRIEND YOU'LL EVER HAVE IN YOUR LIFE. DON'T GIVE UP ON THEM BECAUSE THEY WILL NEVER GIVE UP ON YOU.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">More than 1,000 pages in total are available to everyone at no charge at www.21stcenturycares.org/</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Some of the ones I've authored:</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">http://21stcenturycares.org/trust.htm</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">http://21stcenturycares.org/storybook.htm</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">http://21stcenturycares.org/opusone.htm</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">http://21stcenturycares.org/proof.htm</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">PROJECT SUGGESTIONS FOR THE STUDENTS FUTURE ACTIVITIES</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Here are some ideas that interested kids can do in their community to get them involved, help out others and see just how pervasive these problems are all over the country.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">There are so many ideas for starting a humane education club after school. but here are some good ways to start.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Suggested projects for kids.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Organize and support a humane education club in your school - much like Future Teachers Club or FFA, etc.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Offer to assist senior citizens and low income families with necessary medications, vet visits, delivery of food, training tips, etc to make the pets happier and healthier with those given family dynamics.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Plan for an all school assembly where you and others in the humane ed club can speak to the entire student body. maybe not all at once, but over time.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Help the community in securing appropriate licensing and ID for all pets in the area.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Have a drive to get local pets micro chipped.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Have a spay neuter clinic come to your town for discount surgeries.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Help local dog pound with adoptions by holding an adopt a thon at your school on Sat for the locals.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Make sure ALL these events are covered by the local newspapers and even TV and radio stations. Remember, what you are doing is CHANGING THE WORLD.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Speak to your town council and discuss the possibilities of opening a dog park for exercise, socialization and to bring the community together.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Consider electing a Lead committee that will visit surrounding schools and youth groups etc to help them also form their own local humane education clubs so you can all share info and grow together. We can make this effort grow to a national level if only everyone puts in a little effort in a coordinated manner.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Make sure you get the students to understand the following!!!</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">YOU MUST BE ABLE TO PROUDLY SPEAK OUT WHEN SOMEONE IS NOT GIVING THEIR PET THE PROPER CARE AND NECESSARY MEDICAL TREATMENT. YOU CANNOT ALLOW FAMILY, FRIENDS OR RELATIVES TO ABUSE NOR NEGLECT THEIR PETS. IF YOU CAN'T SAY IT TO THEM DIRECTLY THEN CALL AUTHORITIES AND LET THEM DETERMINE THEIR FATE. IF YOU SEE A DOGGY TIED TO A STAKE WITH A 6 FT CHAIN, JUST THINK HOW HORRIBLE THAT WOULD BE IF YOU WERE HIM. THINK HOW IGNORANT THE HUMAN IS THAT IS DOING THAT TO THE POOR DOG. IF YOU ALLOW THIS TO CONTINUE BY NOT SPEAKING OUT, YOU ARE JUST AS MUCH TO BLAME FOR THE POOR DOG'S SITUATION AND JUST AS ABUSIVE AS THE PERSON WHO DID THAT.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">YOU ARE THE VOICE FOR THE VOICELESS!!!</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">==============================================</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span></span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02114458839856053449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3091043879560551094.post-35710584536576796722013-05-29T11:27:00.000-07:002013-05-29T11:27:20.170-07:00SPAY AND NEUTER STORY FOR KIDS. <div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br /><br />I begin EVERY presentation like this. Yes, it's strong, but with divorce running free, allowing the children to learn things at an inappropriate age, the video games the kids play today and the terrorism they've been introduced to, it is not more than they can handle. From this point on, though, the presentation is much more positive and lighter mood, petting dogs and presenting various ways to make sure that the students understand that they need to learn how to make the responsible decisions: the pets you have in your care remain in your care and receive all that they need - not just given what you think they should have . A huge difference.<br /><br />Hi, everyone, <br /><br />Today we are going to talk about our pets and how we can help you to improve your ways and means of providing for them. Let's begin with this puppy. Isn't he cute? Did you know we are going to kill this puppy today? Yes, we kill puppies like this and as many as one thousand others each and every hour of the day - 365 days a year here in the US!!! *wait for gasps*<br /> <br /> WHY? Because adults still haven't been able to educate themselves on how to prevent this. We believe you are smart enough to do just that.<br /><br />Now, if you think that killing these dogs and cats every day of the year is wrong and you want to learn just how easy it is to put a stop to this nonsense, then you MUST pay attention and listen closely for the next 45 min and you can walk away from this presentation with the pride that you are more informed and compassionate than many of your parents.<br /><br />Let's just assume for a moment that you are sitting with your pet at your side. Look around at the room you are in. You and your pet have plenty of room, right? OK. Now, lets assume that your pet has NOT been altered and has a littler of 7 babies. There is still plenty of space in your room for you and your pet and the 7 babies, isn't there? Likely enough food for everyone to be well fed, also. And aren't the little babies cute!!!<br /><br />hold up photo<br /><br />Now, 6 months down the road, all 7 of the babies are grown and THEY all have litters of 7 babies and your original pet is still not spayed or neutered so she also has another litter. Now, right there in that very room you are in, you have 49 babies, plus 8 adults and yourself. Getting a little crowded isn't it. Not to mention finding food for all of your little friends now, too. Don''t forget cleaning up all their little messes, too.<br /><br />OK, now in just one year from now, you can expect this to happen AGAIN. But this tine you have 49 litters of 7 babies each. That is 343 little babies to share your room with and find enough food for. But wait. That is not all. the 8 adults have all had ONE MORE LITTER OF 7 babies, too. This adds 56 babies to the 343 = 399 pets you have to feed and shelter and all in the room you are sitting in. And this is just one year from now.<br /><br /><br />In just seven years, one fertile intact dog or cat can be responsible for 50,000 - 60,000 offspring or babies. There isn't' enough room in your room for that, now is there. You couldn't even handle that many in your whole house or in all of your neighborhood.<br /><br />You must realize that this is what is happening all around the world today with our pets. We just have way too many of them and not nearly enough good homes, nor enough room or food to take care of them. The only responsible thing to do with them is to kill them in a 'humane' or compassionate means - this is a shot that gently puts them to sleep and they just never wake up. However you look at this it is killing them. Healthy, young, loving animals that were only brought into this world in the first place because some adults refuse to have their pets spayed or neutered. Their excuse, which is poor, at best, is that it's just not natural. Do they really believe that? Do they think what we are doing NOW IS NATURAL?<br /><br />It is a decision that is made every day. It is a problem that can stop. It can be corrected. when you become an adult, you need to make better decisions than your parents have made and do the right thing. <br /><br />Unfortunately, the unnecessary killing of dogs and cats who are otherwise happy and healthy and adoptable, takes place in every dog pound, animal shelter and humane society in the country every day. It costs a lot of money to do this. It makes the life that was granted us become less compassionate and takes the lives given to these animals and snuffs it out way too soon.<br /><br />If you think for a minute that taking your pet dog or cat to the local dog pound or so called ''Humane Society'' is going to find it another home, IT WILL NOT!!!!! They only have 100 cages. Each day they get 80 new dogs and cats. So, they are forced to kill at least 80 of them each and every day whether they are good, bad, sick, old, aggressive or even puppies. Not enough people go there to adopt. More importantly, if you think you can find 'good' homes for these animals,by placing ads in the paper, that can even bring them more pain and suffering because so many people out there want to sell them to a dog fighting ring (explain what ''bait'' is) or sell them to a research lab so they spend the rest of their lives hooked up to electric wires and get shocked every hour till they die. <br /><br />This is just a perfect lesson of responsibility for young people your age. You do love your pets. Sometimes you don't' want to take the time to walk it or play with it, or clean up the yard after it, but that is part of life. THERE IS ALWAYS going to be something you don't want to do, but you have to do it. So, as much as you may view your pet as being a burden occasionally, just remember that the pet will LOVE and ADORE you every moment of his or her life. It's sad that they don't live as long as we do, but it's pretty clear why. They already know how to give unconditional love. Something that takes us humans 7 times longer to learn. So, if we listen to their voices and try to understand their desires and needs, it will make us better people and add new meaning to the phrase 'Man's Best Friend".<br /><br />YOU CAN STOP THIS UNNECESSARY KILLING!!!!!. All it takes is making a responsible decision to do the right thing.<br /><br />These animals are DYING for you to make the responsible decision.<br /><br /> <br /><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Topics for discussion:</b></span><br /><br />Begin your program here - remembering to hit on some very important points.<br /><br />Dogs and cats can help lower your blood pressure, sniff you for epileptic seisures before they happen, guide the blind, alert their humans who are hearing impaired that someone is at the door or the phone is ringing, locate survivors after tragedies, improve the learning curves of those with autism and will be the BEST friend you'll ever have in your life. They will love you unconditionally, protect you from harm, calm anxiety of pregnant women, help to build stronger immune systems in young children when kept inside the home at night and help build a more responsible young personality in your children. <br /><br />Yet we ignore their needs and wants from our own ignorance. When they act out to get our attention, we loose patience and dump them at the pound in the most callous of ways when they become a burden and then, they die.<br /><br />An easy way to get your dog to do right doesn't always include training, but ALWAYS includes giving the dog all of what it needs instead of just what you want it to have or do. The gap between the two is monumental. Learn to distinguish the difference and you'll always have good dogs at your side and a good woman beside you for life.<br /><br />* Importance of spaying and neutering before the age of 6 months. No leg lifting,less likely to run away, to bite, fight and contract testicular or vaginal cancer. Plus they won't have unwanted litters.<br /><br />* The importance of proper ID on all pets i.e. July 4, Halloween, natural disaster, etc.<br /><br />* The links between animal abuse at a young age and future criminal behavior and committing much greater crimes.<br /><br />*Spend time discussing the benefits of community service involvement. ''DO NOT STAND IDLY BY AND ALLOW YOUR FAMILY, FRIENDS OR NEIGHBORS TO ABUSE, NEGLECT OR HAVE LITTERS OF PUPPIES AND KITTENS. Then discuss with them what they feel is abuse and neglect and make sure you fill in the blanks from what they have failed to mention. Tying up on a short chain, not having proper vet care for ailments and injuries, striking the young pet in an attempt to train them.<br /><br />* The absolute EVIL and irresponsibility of having even one litter of puppies or kittens. Put it into a business prospective. If your company made widgets and every year for the past 50 yrs you've had an end of year surplus of 8 million or more, a business who plans to be successful and stay in business will stop making widgets next year, Then they will review a viable plan to prevent this overage from ever happening again.<br /><br />*The 'do's and don't' of having to part with a pet. First of all, you NEVER get a pet unless you are the owner of the property at which you reside. Landlords are notorious for deciding that they no longer want pets in the home you rent. Boyfriends will decide they don't like your little cat and try to force you to get rid of it. Be settled and stable before getting one. <br /><br />If you must part with your pet, do NOT take it to the dog pound. They will kill it the same day. Do NOT put an ad on Craigslist for free dog or free cat. Find a rescue org that will take it until it finds another forever and loving home.<br /><br />The benefits of having your dog sleep inside the home at night. ( read up on this. There is NO reason to leave a dog outside at night and EVERY reason to bring it inside. Ignorance is the only difference from one home to the other. "If I'm a bad guy and want inside your home, I can slowly become friendly with it to gain it''s trust, coax it out the gate and close it behind me - leaving it out and unable to help your family or poison the barking dog . If the same home and occupants has a dog INSIDE the home, there isn't a robber or criminal in the world that's gonna try to come through that back door to do harm or take things not belonging to him. Plus inside dogs are happier, healthier, cost less in vet bills, less likely to bite a visitor or fight with another dog while on a walk, help young kids learn to read, calm nerves of a pregnant woman, build self esteem in young people. The 'outside' dog isn't the alarm you are told it is, it annoys the neighbors and if tied up on a chain for life, is literally being abused.<br /><br />Benefits of starting with an adult dog from the pound and then getting a puppy at a later date since the BEST homes will have two dogs. The adult dogs already house broken, leash trained or past their digging and chewing stages. Then if you wish for a second dog, it can be a puppy that will quickly learn from the adult and keep each other company.<br /><br />YOUR DOG WILL BE THE BEST FRIEND YOU'LL EVER HAVE IN YOUR LIFE. DON'T GIVE UP ON THEM BECAUSE THEY WILL NEVER GIVE UP ON YOU.<br /><br />=======================</span></span></span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02114458839856053449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3091043879560551094.post-37656921941946081462013-05-29T11:15:00.000-07:002013-05-29T11:15:23.341-07:00TWO INCREDIBLE STORIES BY JIM WILLIS - WORLD FAMOUS FOR HIS WRITINGS.<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b><span> Excerpt from <i>Pieces of My Heart: Writings
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">["How Could You?" is believed to be the most published animal-related essay
in the world, now translated into 21 foreign languages. Everyone is encouraged to ask
their local newspaper to publish it illustrated with photos from local animal shelters; a
recent occurrence has been radio DJs reading it on the air and literally stopping traffic
with their readings.] <span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><i>Copyright Jim Willis 2001 </i><span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">W</span>hen I was a puppy I entertained you with my antics and made you laugh. You called me
your child and despite a number of chewed shoes and a couple of murdered throw pillows, I
became your best friend. Whenever I was "bad," you'd shake your finger at me and
ask "How could you?" - but then you'd relent and roll me over for a bellyrub. <span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">My housetraining took a little longer than expected, because you were terribly busy,
but we worked on that together. I remember those nights of nuzzling you in bed, listening
to your confidences and secret dreams, and I believed that life could not be any more
perfect. We went for long walks and runs in the park, car rides, stops for ice cream (I
only got the cone because "ice cream is bad for dogs," you said), and I took
long naps in the sun waiting for you to come home at the end of the day. <span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Gradually, you began spending more time at work and on your career, and more time
searching for a human mate. I waited for you patiently, comforted you through heartbreaks
and disappointments, never chided you about bad decisions, and romped with glee at your
homecomings, and when you fell in love. <span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">She, now your wife, is not a "dog person" - still I welcomed her into our
home, tried to show her affection, and obeyed her. I was happy because you were happy.
Then the human babies came along and I shared your excitement. I was fascinated by their
pinkness, how they smelled, and I wanted to mother them, too. Only she and you worried
that I might hurt them, and I spent most of my time banished to another room, or to a dog
crate. Oh, how I wanted to love them, but I became a "prisoner of love." <span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">As they began to grow, I became their friend. They clung to my fur and pulled
themselves up on wobbly legs, poked fingers in my eyes, investigated my ears and gave me
kisses on my nose. I loved everything about them and their touch - because your touch was
now so infrequent - and I would have defended them with my life if need be. <span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">I would sneak into their beds and listen to their worries and secret dreams. Together
we waited for the sound of your car in the driveway. There had been a time, when others
asked you if you had a dog, that you produced a photo of me from your wallet and told them
stories about me. These past few years, you just answered "yes" and changed the
subject. I had gone from being "your dog" to "just a dog," and you
resented every expenditure on my behalf. <span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Now you have a new career opportunity in another city, and you and they will be moving
to an apartment that does not allow pets. You've made the right decision for your
"family," but there was a time when I was your only family. I was excited about
the car ride until we arrived at the animal shelter. It smelled of dogs and cats, of fear,
of hopelessness. You filled out the paperwork and said "I know you will find a good
home for her." They shrugged and gave you a pained look. They understand the
realities facing a middle-aged dog or cat, even one with "papers." You had to
pry your son's fingers loose from my collar as he screamed "No, Daddy! Please don't
let them take my dog!" And I worried for him, and what lessons you had just taught
him about friendship and loyalty, about love and responsibility, and about respect for all
life. You gave me a goodbye pat on the head, avoided my eyes, and politely refused to take
my collar and leash with you. You had a deadline to meet and now I have one, too. <span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">After you left, the two nice ladies said you probably knew about your upcoming move
months ago and made no attempt to find me another good home. They shook their heads and
asked "How could you?" <span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">They are as attentive to us here in the shelter as their busy schedules allow. They
feed us, of course, but I lost my appetite days ago. At first, whenever anyone passed my
pen, I rushed to the front, hoping it was you - that you had changed your mind - that this
was all a bad dream...or I hoped it would at least be someone who cared, anyone who might
save me. When I realized I could not compete with the frolicking for attention of happy
puppies, oblivious to their own fate, I retreated to a far corner and waited. <span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">I heard her footsteps as she came for me at the end of the day and I padded along the
aisle after her to a separate room. A blissfully quiet room. She placed me on the table,
rubbed my ears and told me not to worry. My heart pounded in anticipation of what was to
come, but there was also a sense of relief. The prisoner of love had run out of days. As
is my nature, I was more concerned about her. The burden which she bears weighs heavily on
her and I know that, the same way I knew your every mood. <span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">She gently placed a tourniquet around my foreleg as a tear ran down her cheek. I licked
her hand in the same way I used to comfort you so many years ago. She expertly slid the
hypodermic needle into my vein. As I felt the sting and the cool liquid coursing through
my body, I lay down sleepily, looked into her kind eyes and murmured "How could
you?" <span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Perhaps because she understood my dogspeak, she said "I'm so sorry." She
hugged me and hurriedly explained it was her job to make sure I went to a better place,
where I wouldn't be ignored or abused or abandoned, or have to fend for myself - a place
of love and light so very different from this earthly place. With my last bit of energy, I
tried to convey to her with a thump of my tail that my "How could you?" was not
meant for her. It was you, My Beloved Master, I was thinking of. I will think of you and
wait for you forever. <span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">May everyone in your life continue to show you so much loyalty. <span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">--From <i><a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/074141015X/002-7452998-8515211">Pieces of My
Heart: Writings Inspired by Animals and Nature</a></i>, by Jim Willis. © January 2002 ,
Infinity Publishing used by permission. </span></span></span></div>
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<u>"FREE KITTUNS"</u> </span></b> </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> <i>By Jim Willis</i></span></span></span>
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was hand lettered on cardboard and read " FREE KITTUNS". It appeared there two
or three times a year, sometimes spelled this way, sometimes that, but the message was
always the same.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">In a corner of the farmhouse
back porch was a cardboard box with a dirty towel inside, on which huddled a bouquet of
kittens of different colors, mewing and blinking and waiting for their mama to return from
hunting in the fields. The mother cat managed to show them enough interest for the first
several weeks, but after having two or three litters per year, she was worn ot and her
milk barely lasted long enough for her babies to survive.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">One by one, people showed up
over the next several days and each took a kitten. Before they left, the woman who lived
there always said the same thing. "You make sure you give that one a good home
‘cause I’ve become very attached to that one.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">One by one, the kittens and
their new people drove down the long driveway and past the sign on the mailbox post that
read "Free Kittuns".</span></span></span></div>
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first to be picked. Her four year old owner loved her very much, but the little girl
accidentally injured the kitten’s shoulder by picking her up the wrong way. She
couldn’t be blamed really – no adult had shown her the proper way to handle a
kitten. She had named the kitten GINGER and was very sad a few weeks later when her older
brother and his friends were playing in the living room and someone sat on the kitten.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The solid white boy kitty with
blue eyes was the next to leave with a couple who announced even before they went down the
porch steps that his name would be SNOWY. Unfortunately, he never learned his name and
everyone had paid so little attention to him that nobody realized e was deaf. On his first
excursion outside he was run over in the driveway by a mail truck.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The pretty gray and white girl
kitten went to live on a nearby farm as a ‘mouser’ Her people called her
‘the cat’ and like her mother and grandmother before her, she had many many
‘free kittuns’ but they sapped her energy. She became ill and died before her
current litter of kittens were weaned.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Another brother was a beautiful
red tabby. His owner loved him so much that she took him around to meet everyone in the
family and her friends, and their cats, and everyone agreed that ‘ERIK" was a
handsome boy. Except his owner didn’t bother to have him vaccinated. IT took all the
money in her bank account to pay a veterinarian to treat him when he became sick, but the
doctor just shook his head one day and said, "I’m sorry".</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The solid black boy kitten grew
up to be a fine example of a tomcat. The man TOMMY where he was, roaming the neighborhood,
defending his territory, and fathering many kittens until a bully of a dog cornered him.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The black and white girl kitten
got a wonderful home. She was named "PEYEWACKET" She got the best of food and
the best of care until she was nearly five years old. Then her owner met a man who
didn’t like cats, but she married him anyway. Peywacket was taken to an animal
shelter where there were already hundreds of cats. Then one day there were none.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">A pretty woman driving a van
took the last two kittens, a gray boy and a brown tiger-striped girl. She promised they
would always stay together. She sold them for $50 each to a research laboratory. To this
day, they are still together as promised …. In a jar of alcohol.. side by side on a
shelf.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">For whatever reason --- because
Heaven is in a different time zone, or because not even cat souls can be trusted to travel
in a straight line without meandering – all the young-again kittens arrived at
Heaven’s gate simultaneously. They batted and licked each other in glee, romped for a
while and then solemnly marched through the gate, right past a sign lettered in GOLD:
"YOU ARE FINALLY FREE,... KITTENS."</span></span></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02114458839856053449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3091043879560551094.post-38924816304882049842013-05-29T11:06:00.000-07:002013-05-29T11:06:25.534-07:00DO NOT DEPEND ON THE LARGER NATIONAL GROUPS TO DO HUMANE EDUCATION.<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">TO DATE, THEY HAVE FAILED MISERABLY IN GETTING THE WORD OUT.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Commentary on the efforts of the national animal organizations<br /><br />TO THE LARGE NATIONAL ANIMAL RIGHTS, ANIMAL WELFARE<br />AND ANIMAL PROTECT ORGANIZATIONS<br /> </span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">For 20 years that I've worked and lived, Americans have spent $1billion annually on animal control efforts in their communities.<br />That is $20 Billion<br /><br />For 20 years, Americans have pleasured you with $1billion annually in charitable donations under the misguided assumptions that you are there to help the animals.<br />That is another $20 Billion - Total of $40 billion!<br /><br />Over the same period of time more than 3,000 non profit organizations dedicated to their own idea of animal protection has logged nearly 25 Billion man hours - many struggling to survive when they are the ones who are putting in the time, money and efforts to actually save the animals that are considered 'excess' - something that after 20 years and $40 billion, we should no longer be burdened with had you done even half of what you suggest you do. You offered little or no real substantial support to any of them from your air conditioned offices or your luxury homes.<br /><br />That is a D minus report card and if this is offensive to those who are employed by you or support you, I do not apologize. Regardless of your highly paid public relations department who will no doubt put a very different spin on this letter, the facts are in and they are not very complimentary to your efforts.<br /><br />You are large organizations. You are not THAT large. You are no longer respectable or the nationally revered organization you once were. You are really no longer a big deal to those of us who see the light at the end of the tunnel - the light you shield from your supporters in order to continue receiving their financial donations even though you have no intention of ever solving any of these problems. Like our fanatical minority and religious leaders, our large animal protection organizations need their victims to survive. Absent crimes and imaginary situations against their people and teachings, these organizations disappear. This means jobs. As long as they can convince those who don't know better, they will survive.<br /><br />Let me explain this to you: We are not afraid of any of your size and will no longer view you as the respectable ''God-Like" entities you would like us to. To give you that reference, to even call you respectable, gives you far too much stature.<br /><br /> It is politics that prevents most of the good and compassionate efforts to help the animals, not be implemented, as well as envy, jealousy and all the human foibles that haunt us. Yet we think our mission noble and righteous. You know honor and good conscience would have handled many things differently, that would have helped us all to enjoy a happier, safer place for all to exist The animals who lost their lives over the past years only wish you had a little more honor and conscience.<br /><br />There is all too much talk here, with a tremendous lack of action. And I say that to everyone with the utmost respect. We are dealing with actual lives here - lives that are no less important than ours in the eyes of those up above. We are not your enemy or combatant, but the ones who will make the truth known in order to save our society the agony, the billions of dollars and the embarrassment of assuming these problems just can't be solved, when in reality, they can be. The citizens of this great nation have been lead down the wrong path by your rhetoric. We will come and lay out evidence on which specific matters can be judged - to mold and shape and refine our sense of compassion and responsibility<br /><br />We now know they can be.<br /><br />What was it that led me to this outburst? When confronting the larger organizations with questions, I have been lied to when looking for the delicate answers. When approaching the same with some very worthy ideas to bring more people to our level of understanding the importance of appropriate education to raise the level of compassion, I've been told that for political reasons, your organizations could not support our efforts. That for reasons of ego, could not be associated with 'that' organization. And for reasons of anger would not work with 'those people' and still claiming to be devoting your lives to the animals. <br /><br />I have listened respectfully to what you have to say over the years. And I asked you to search your heart and ask yourself what sort of unfathomable morals have led you to do what you are guilty of doing. Promising to so many to help the animals by deceiving the public for so many years. We remained ignorant due to the spewing of your gruesome statistics and confusing programs and simply lead to believe that any solution was simply out of reach and that not much could be done, ''but that you were certainly the entity that would trust with this effort."<br />See Animal Protection's Version of 'OPUS ONE" for clarification of political damages.<br /> <br />Do you really wish to be viewed with respect - even in heroic light?<br /><br />Then, I have an answer for you..<br /><br />It may not satisfy you. But as I search this entire record it comes as close to understanding as I know. It seems to me you fear the one thing that is most precious - TRUTH. Be honest. Here, in this society, the very winds carry freedom based on truth from coast to coast. We can speak out and we aren't arrested for being stupid or wrong. It is because we prize individual freedom so much that you are allowed to do what you do. So, it is this I suggest in order to hold your heads up high and prove once and for all that the 'animal rights' fanatics have finally scored one for the sane. <br /><br /> <br />Alert the public that NEXT year you will be dissolving a major portion of your fictitious store front of an operation and will donate the necessary costs to fund spay/neuter programs nationwide for one year. NATIONWIDE. That includes Tuscaloosa, Fremont, Boise and even Mason City and every city in between. So that everyone can see, truly see, that solutions to these problems are known, can be attained and are even more cost effective than the follow-up, clean - up rat race we burden ourselves with now - simply by default. THEN your organization and efforts will be remembered, revered, respected and will even be able to continue your foundation, although at a lower level. But your 'come-back' or regrowth would be astronomical and historic in magnitude simply for doing something that the world could witness and to prove that you are not a false, hollow body of cold-hearted money grabbers, but truly see that this is the right thing to do. The truth will surface with or without you and if that means that you must relinquish your exorbitant salaries, so be it. It will be your decision.<br /><br />We are Americans. We are a noble society - proud of most everything we stand for and certainly about truth. We have been through the ire before with other elected politicians and large corporations who defrauded their clients and supporters as well. We've watched as politics have ruined the respectable and seen that hatred and egos have brought down the mighty. It will happen to you as well. As politics is a way of life in almost every other area of our society, it is also politics that is certain death to the animals you pledge your very existence to.. Americans put a man on the moon, can cure diseases, win wars in under 100 days and have the marketing prowess to change mankind's behavior on a global scale, but are told that we cannot convey the important message to the public of the subsequent consequences that result from how we treat and care for our companion animals - the very information that would grant us the solitude of compassion and honor.<br /><br />Though we've been mislead, misguided and shaded from any truths in these matters by the large animal organizations for all these years we still need your involvement in this battle. We need everyone to possess the knowledge and put forth a unified effort. We are becoming more uneasy, less respectful and feel betrayed by your warring factors as well as the greed to keep yourselves funded as opposed to actually solving these problems. Because we all know that the way we treat our animals - those we share this blessed earth with, is a true reflection of the level of civilization we boast of, we will not give up, but push harder for the answers and efforts necessary to weed out the unnecessary and revere that what is dear to us, as it is the measure of our own liberties as well as pride.<br /><br />Make no mistake though: It is true that we will bear any burden, pay any price, to see that these problems can find resolve and without the political wrangling that the larger animal protection organizations seem to embroil themselves in. So, if you should decide to scoff at this letter in the uncanny assumption that it means nothing, then I suggest you look around this nation. Remember it well. For in the near future, the animal protection movement will finally take the effort to see that changes be made. For if you are not a part of that, you will most assuredly not be a part of any high, medium or low level efforts to help the animals. The world is not going to long remember what you or I say here. Day after tomorrow it will be forgotten. But this, however, will long endure. We know now that the solution to pet overpopulation and even most animal abuse is more easily within reach, less expensive than holding onto you and will give us the pride we deserve once it is solved without your involvement. Here, and all across America, the American people will gather to see that justice,justice for all - including the animals - justice is in fact being done. With or without you.</span></span></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02114458839856053449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3091043879560551094.post-53485028270904470262013-05-29T11:00:00.000-07:002013-05-29T11:00:03.538-07:00DOGS AND CHILDREN<span style="color: #d9d2e9;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Dogs & Children<br /><br />How many times have we seen Lassie save Timmy or some other child from disaster? What about Rin Tin Tin and Rusty? Who could forget Nana from Peter Pan? What about the flip side? How often do we hear reports of the family pet mauling a young child? How many pets are surrendered each year when a new baby arrives? How many pets are given up because owners find they have little time for the child and the dog? Dogs and kids can be the best or the worst match. What can you do to help ensure the best with your dog and child?<br /><br />Socializing and training beginning when the dog or puppy first joins your house is a key element in how it will handle various situations. Puppies should learn to accept people of all ages. A trusting bond between dog and owner as well as one where the dog is responsive to the owner is very important. Even if you do not have or ever plan to have children, your dog should be used to them. Children can be threatening to dogs. Children are at eye level, have higher voices, faster motions, often forget to use gentle hands and can be unpredictable. Make sure your dog is used to various actions around him as well as sounds and smells. The more accepting your dog is of new things and the more things he is used to, the better.<br /><br />Children need to learn how to properly behave around dogs. Pulling ears and tails, running like crazy, teasing, hitting, cornering the dog, tormenting the dog when he is sleeping, etc., can lead to a nip or worse. Granted, dogs should learn to tolerate all body parts being touched, having food and toys taken from them and various sounds, but even the best trained dog has his limits. Many dog bites are not directly the fault of the dog but were instigated by a child. Even the best trained dog if hurt or pushed enough could bite. Dogs have bad days and if they are not feeling well, a pulled ear that normally would be ignored could this time end in a bite. Being with a dog is a privilege for a child. If he cannot behave, he cannot play with the dog. Always supervise children and dogs when they are together.<br />class dr br.jpg (48902 bytes) Children must learn never to go near any dog – even if it is known to the child – without permission from the owner. A dog running loose can act far differently than the same dog on lead with his owner. Dogs roaming lose are a threat to safety. Any dog that is loose should be reported to an adult. The child should never attempt to catch the dog. Some animal rescue groups even teach classes on safety around dogs. These are great to look into – even if you do not have a dog! <br /><br />Children should not torment dogs that are confined to the dogs' property - this includes: running up and down fences getting dogs to chase; poking sticks at or tossing things over the fence; barking at or otherwise aggravating the dogs. Ideally, dogs should not be outside if no responsible person is home to intervene should children start to tease the pet. However, many dog owners leave their dogs out when no one is home so parents must make sure their children are behaved and know rules about dogs. A hand dangling over a fence to tease a dog is a prime target for a bite. Children must learn that dogs are feeling beings. To tease and/or hurt a dog can lead to a serious problem. Again, never leave dogs and kids unsupervised – no matter how trustworthy both are. Remember, dogs are dogs and kids are kids. Neither thinks nor rationalizes like adults do (or adults should, many children seem more adult than adults at times).<br /><br />Now, what if you have a dog and are expecting a child? Ideally, you should have begun to get your dog set for children long before your pregnancy. Socializing with any situation your dog could encounter at any time should start from day one. Your dog should meet and learn how to behave around children of all ages. He should get used to having his entire body touched and poked. Children will grab at ears, tails, try to peek in mouths, etc. Your dog should learn to give up any toys and food if a human puts a hand on it. Many children get nipped when they go to remove a toy from Rover or go near his food. I insist my dogs learn that humans can take food or toys from then at any time. A solid basis in obedience training is a MUST for any dog. This also helps you bond with your dog and develop a hierarchy in your house. The dog is not the chief! That role is for humans. Fido is a pack member ranking under humans. <br /><br />When you find out you are pregnant, you should begin getting your dog set for the new changes in the house. Granted, the concept of dog training while going through morning sickness is not top on the list of most expectant parents; however, it should be. If you know you will have to change the dog's schedule for eating, walks, etc., start to do so long before the baby arrives. This way, the dog will not be hit with several big changes at once. Begin working on brushing up on basic commands – especially STAY and OFF. There is nothing worse than having a dog jump on you when your balance is off due to a growing belly or when holding a child. I also teach dogs to sit at the top of stairs and then go down ahead of me. I do not want them charging behind me and knocking me and/or the child over. Should you have complications with pregnancy and be confined to bed, do the best you can. Your spouse, family members, friends, etc., can all be of assistance – or even hire a dog trainer to help you out if need be.<br /><br />Get Scruffy used to the various sounds and smells (if possible) of a child long before yours arrives. Tape record the myriad of sounds a child makes and play them at different volumes in all rooms of the house. If you have a friend with a toddler, ask if you can use the opportunity to get your dog accustomed to the various odors and motions of a child. (Though this socializing to children should have been done when you first got your pet. However, if you suspect your dog may act aggressively, consult with a behaviorist beforehand, this will be discussed further later on). But if you can borrow clothes, etc., for short periods, do so. Babies not only sound different, but they can really smell neat!<br /><br />If possible, set up the nursery a month or so before the baby is due. This will give your dog time to adjust to the new room. The rule in our house is if no adult is present, no pets in the room. (In other words, when the child is napping, all critters are out). Baby gates will be your best friends here. If your dog jumps over the gates, consider installing a screen door so you can see and hear the child easily but the pets cannot get into the nursery. I just closed the door and used monitors so I could hear if my child woke. Get your dog used to doing a down/stay in the room. I allowed my dogs in while I nursed or changed my child. The rule was, the dogs had to down and stay quietly for the privilege of being in the nursery with us. Since I insisted they start doing this before our child was born, it was easier to adjust after the birth. I would sit in the rocking chair and have the dogs do down/stays next to it. Anything you want your dog to do after the baby arrives, start teaching beforehand. Trust me, there will be little time for this after the birth!<br /><br />Many new parents get concerned when the BIG DAY arrives. Well in advance, decide who will be responsible of caring for your dogs while the baby is being born. We had a friend lined up in case I went into labor and it would be so long as the dogs could not wait for my husband to return home. We also decided that he would not spend the first night in the hospital with us. Instead, after our child was born and we were all set, my husband would go home and tend to the dogs. Our back up was our vet who would board the dogs if need be. Luckily, my labor was five hours total. I left for the hospital at 3pm (the dogs were run, fed, pottied and brought back in first) and my husband was home shortly after midnight to care for them. My dogs were with me during the time I was in labor at home. My big guy had already learned to let me lean on him so he was great helping me get in and out of the bathroom and bed as each contraction hit. My little guy stayed right by my side and endured hands grabbing his fur suddenly. Their comfort allowed my husband to be able to pack the car and make any necessary calls. However, not all labors will be this fast and not all dogs this tolerant. Seeing you in pain can be disturbing for dogs. You are acting odd and smell different. Chances are your dog will be the last thing on your mind, but please try to remember him.<br /><br />In this day and age of "drive-thru" deliveries where the mother will be lucky to spend a night in the hospital (two nights if you have a great insurance plan), the old idea of bringing home a blanket the baby was wrapped in so the dogs can spend a few days getting used to the scent is difficult. My husband still did this – however, our dogs ignored the blanket. They were more interested in looking for me and then getting reassurance that all was OK. However, there are things you can do to help the transition when baby comes home.<br /><br />The day you are to go home, make sure the dogs get a real solid run beforehand. The dogs should be really worn out. This will help temper an over enthusiastic greeting. I also kept a couple treats they normally do not get ("moo tubes") packed away. When we got home, the first thing I did was go inside and take the dogs out back while my husband and mother brought the baby into the nursery. I played about five minutes off fetch and then brought the dogs in and gave them their treats. I went upstairs to the nursery. As each dog finished, he came to find me. I sat on the floor and had each dog do a down/stay. My husband was holding the baby. Each dog got to greet the new addition gently. This way, the dogs were not hit with everything at once and they had a transition between greeting me and meeting the baby. As I took a nap, my husband took everyone out for more playing. My mother was in town for the week and this gave me time to work with the dogs and reinforce the prior training in nursery rules while Mom helped with the house.<br /><br />I like to make it a point to allow the dogs access to all aspect of raising the child. They could be with me while I nursed as long as they were quietly on a down/stay. They could watch diapers being changed as long as they were calm and quiet. Same for when we were all just hanging out on the bed napping. When my son napped, I would spend alone time with the dogs before I napped. Making sure the dogs get one-on-one time without the baby is very important. You want to keep that bond with your dogs but also enforce that child will be higher on the pack rank than the dog. Baby is not a bad thing but a welcome addition and there will still be time for the dog. However, safety is always first and no matter how well trained and socialized your dog is, never leave him unattended with an infant or child.<br /><br />As the baby grows, use the opportunity to teach the child "Gentle Hands." I started showing my son how to gently touch the dogs and not to grab as soon as I could. Waiting until the child is a toddler to try and start teaching Gentle Hands can be too late. Babies start to grab and poke and even hit at a young age. They need the same gentle love and guidance as you used when getting your dog set for the new arrival. <br /><br />I found it is far easier to teach a child what you expect from the beginning than it is to change the rules midstream! At two, my son helps me feed the dogs, aids in bathing (his is Soap Man!) and is learning how to gently brush them. He is a far cry from a former neighbor's toddler who would grab their dog so hard that the dog would snap. No one taught either dog or child proper behavior. This was a serious accident waiting to happen. Already, they had gotten rid of one dog as opposed to training the dog and their children.<br /><br />With work and luck, your dog and child will grow to be a wonderful team, but not all parents are so lucky. Should you notice your dog acting dominant, snapping at or even biting the child and the child has done nothing to provoke it, seek professional help. Even if the child did provoke it, the dog must learn that biting is not acceptable and to walk away. Should there be ANY question in your mind at all about your dog's response to your child, seek professional help immediately. <br /><br />If your dog is known to be aggressive before you have children, seek help long before you have a child. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Make certain you do all you can long before pregnancy to prepare your dog for children - is far easier than fixing a problem allowed to go on too long. Even if you do not have children of your own, your dog must be accepting of them. Insist that all children around your dog know the rules and follow them. I have banned children from visiting my dogs since they repeatedly refused to follow the rules. Children will be children and forget, but rules must be followed or they will not have the privilege of visiting my dogs. Safety for child and dog is always first priority!<br /><br />Dogs and kids can be the best or the worst matches. Timmy and Lassie are not reality. However, there is no reason why your dog and you child cannot coexists happily if you are a responsible dog owner and parent. The worst thing for a dog is to be banished or ignored when a child is born. Many dogs will die in shelters when a new baby arrives. With planning and forethought on the part of dog owners, this need not happen.<br /></span></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02114458839856053449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3091043879560551094.post-24080823578336927642013-05-29T10:57:00.002-07:002013-05-29T10:57:53.990-07:00<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> HOW TO START A HUMANE EDUCATION CLUB IN YOUR LOCAL SCHOOLS<br /><br /> Welcome, and thanks to all who visit this page. By learning the problems we face, how they came to be, their causes and society’s shortcomings, we can better appreciate the ways in which we all can help correct them. By forming a humane education club, you will learn much of this through your efforts and experiences. We are very proud of today’s youth who wish to learn, in order to help educate others.<br /><br />Increasing the participation of students in community service has long been a goal in the United States. It was specifically included in the third National Education Goal for 2000, which states that all students will be involved in activities that promote and demonstrate good citizenship, good health, community service, and personal responsibility. To recognize those individuals who engage in community service and to encourage more young people to serve, the Presidential Student Service Challenge was established in 1999. This program honors student volunteers with awards and scholarships. For more information about this program, visit http://www.student-service-awards.org/ or write to President's Student Service Awards, P.O. Box 189, Wilmington, DE 19899-0189 or President's Student Service Scholarships, 1505 Riverview Road, P.O. Box 68, St. Peter, MN 56082.<br /><br />Many of your students will express a high affinity for animals and a desire to act to help them. There are a number of ways you can assist your students in their efforts to help animals. Your local animal shelter may have a junior volunteer corps through which students can volunteer their time.<br /><br />Many animal shelters also have wish lists. These are lists of items that the shelter needs, such as food, towels, newspaper, etc. If your local shelter has a wish list, your students could hold a drive for these items at school. If the shelter does not have such a list, your students could hold a towel drive (shelters always need towels), or have a bake sale, cat toy and dog treat sale, or other type of fundraiser to benefit the shelter. Penny harvests are a great idea and it is amazing how much money can be collected in this manner. Students can also make safe toys for the cats and treats for the dogs in the shelter.<br /><br />Throughout this site you are provided with ideas and suggestions of projects, programs and ideas of how to help the community, your school and club get involved, learn and improve the relations humans have with each other and our companion animals. <br /><br />This page is primarily to help your club:<br /><br />*Raise Money<br /><br />*Obtain local and area media attention<br /><br />*Involve the community in your efforts<br /><br />*Join forces with other humane ed groups over the internet<br /><br />*Ideas for events to inform, be seen & pass out flyers<br /><br />*A complete list of ideas for community service projects at the bottom of the page.<br /><br />We also want to help you garner additional memberships from various groups of students. We want the group to become an enjoyable social circle of all sorts of students. By having a set membership of only animal lovers, your group will not have the basis it needs to share the information it gains, with those who really need to hear it.<br /><br />- Educate the community and how to accomplish this (must EDUCATE your members first!) This truly helps you organize the important issues as well as the need to be accurate in presenting them to others. Email Randy Warner 21stcares@gmail.com for help<br /><br />- Help with community projects this helps bring notoriety to your organization for when you need to ask the community for its assistance or for donations.<br /> Show the importance of voting This shows how apathy allows your representatives to vote on issues that truly affect you and your lives in many ways. Every ''problem'' we have in this country is basically attributed to apathy of one form or another.- Creative means of reducing the number of dogs and cats dying in your local facility, through adoptions in the paper, giving info on how to keep your pets, www.wonderpuppy.com/canwehelp/ is a great site for this. This brings the problems to the forefront of your members' thinking process. You've always 'heard' about the problems of overpopulation. SEEING with your own eyes will amaze you at the number of good, lovable pets who will die due to human egos and ignorance.<br /><br />- Provide presentations to surrounding schools of any age students, This not only helps with communication skills, but with planning and especially public speaking<br /><br />- Help other high schools form humane education clubs - can be done primarily over the internet or with occasional group meetings, This helps with organizational skills, professional persuasive skills which each student will need in order to get ahead in life. Most importantly by helping to form another humane education club, we all win by having additional people who are knowledgeable.<br /><br />- Have an active, informative Website, This not only allows you to communicate your message and goals to others, but can help bring in a student from the computer class that wouldn't normal consider joining. Show your goals, your event dates and locations, your success stories, your needs, the problems of the community and how each resident can help in the solutions. (focus on what people can do without giving money) Everyone can learn a little about website design. Make sure they follow through with adding your site to some major search engines.<br /><br />- Do off property adoptions, This is where you negotiate with the local dog pound to take some of their good adoptable animals who almost certainly face death, to a community location such as a park and give them one last chance for the residents to see what wonderful lives are available and otherwise would be lost to ignorance. This takes some considerable planning and effort, but brings unbelievable results as well as media attention to your club. Call 21st Century Cares for more details. <br /><br />- Take three or four members to the home football game - each one of them caring for a dog that needs a home. (Alternate weeks with cats) providing you present this in a proper and professional manner, the school will likely grant permission. MAKE SURE YOU PROMISE TO AND THEN FOLLOW THROUGH WITH CLEAN UP DOG"S MESSES. Make sure the pets are very social and adoptable, before hand. Think ahead. This means that you will have to keep the pet inside your house for the night and return it to the pound the next day - hopefully to be adopted by someone who saw it at the game.<br /> Each community has it's own parades. Devise a creative theme to take dogs in the parade that need to be adopted. (green water based polka dots on the dogs for the St Patricks’s Day Parade, or dress like the dogs, etc.) Have 2 students without dogs to have cans for donations and walk on either side of the street for coins and bills from the public.<br /><br /><br />- Have a booth at your county fair. This takes a lot of organization to man the booth for all the hours of the event. People will learn about you, they'll learn how to help their pet, they may wish to join, they may donate, and they may adopt a pet you have there. Make sure to bring plenty of Jim Willis’ written pieces along as hand-outs. You’ll need them when you hear how many people ‘had’ a pet until something ‘tragic’ happened. (the tragedy is likely going to prove their own ignorance)<br /><br />- Saturday succor games, children's events, home and garden shows, pancake days, marathons and take a dog (who is a running/active type) to a health club to show the benefit and safety factor that is offered to a female jogger when accompanied by a good dog. Possibly get an adoption.<br /><br />- Work to get members to be more community active, This will help the community to understand some of the many problems facing them, but will also see that there is much that should be done and that it is up to them and then only.<br /><br /> - VOTE. The single most likely reason we see so much distain and mistrust for elected officials is a lack of involvement on the part of the voters. An average of 33% of eligible voters actually vote. If you wish to make a difference in how your community, state of federal government handles issues such as animal overpopulation, taxes and all issues that affect your lives, you MUST VOTE!<br /><br />- Work with legislation issues, Keep abreast of the issues and the candidates who are running for office. Get an interview with a local representative and ask some pointed questions about how they plan to help change come about in the animal issues. Then track them on their promises. Go to www.congress.org/<br /><br />- Don’t be afraid to write letters. Find a cause or situation that needs attention from the public or your elected officials. Get a letter-writing campaign from students in your school and let your voices be heard. It does make a difference. Send copies to your local animal control, television stations and ALL newspapers.<br /><br />- Help senior citizens and low-income families with their pets, Many senior citizens and low-income families have to relinquish a pet simply due to their inability to drive and obtain dog food or vet appointments. Once a month, you could pick up donated food from local pet stores and deliver it or make trips to vet with their pets. (This is not ONLY a charitable opportunity for your organization, but also an opportunity to help them improve the care of their pets.) We wouldn't make a trip for the food or to the vet if the family were not willing to make some minor, but necessary changes that would make their pet safer.<br /><br />- Have fundraisers for local animal agencies or rescues. DO YOUR HOMEWORK. Do NOT raise money for any animal group or agency that is unfriendly, working for an agenda not related to the animals or who isn’t clean or have a good adoption rate. Again, this helps in planning, money management, organizational skills and public relations<br /><br />- Have periodic guest speakers from animal control and police dept to discuss problems they face in everyday life, Local police, animal control, humane organizations and many others would be happy to come speak at one of your meetings. This is suggested especially during your first 3-4 meetings, to help the newly formed group to assemble a better idea of what the community's needs are.<br /><br />Write this up formally to become your platform and mission statement. Research bi-laws and platforms on the Internet<br /><br />Have an art student design a logo that will work for letterhead and website and to shirts. Again, this helps to gain a member that may not have considered joining the group.<br /><br />The cheerleaders could do a bake sale periodically and share the profits with your organization. They could take a dog or cat onto the field before the game to try and find a home for it.<br /><br />The shop class could build some dog houses to be donated to the next 10 families who give a homeless pet a permanent, loving home.<br /><br />The track team could take one day of practice and jog with dogs from the local pound who need homes. MEDIA LOVES THIS STUFF. Dogs and track team both get good excercize and you may find some more homes. (possibly a new member or two from the team.)<br /><br />Have some creative writers write the opening statement, which will make others want to navigate through the site. You may also wish to have a form for new members, asking what they are good at and what they may wish to help with.<br /><br />Have a math major design a tentative budget for the first year and possible means of raising those funds. As well as doing your best to include this math student in all future events in an attempt to have them join.<br /><br />Have a business major write proposals for business to sponsor a free pizza night in exchange for a nice mention in the newspaper article, which will surely follow. After you've just held your first big community event, you should have had the local paper and TV station there and that is fairly easy to do if you know what you are doing. This will help in obtaining a 'pizza night' or other donations you may need, when the local businesses realize that by helping your group, they are likely to be recognized in the article that covers each event. That is free advertising to them.<br /><br />Ask marketing people to come up with some good ideas to spread the word to other animal welfare clubs This could be students or local professional marketing people. This will help in gaining insight on how to get important messages across.<br /><br />Be creative and try to gain membership from those who would not normally join a group such as this. They are really the ones who will benefit the most. This is where your social events and parties will come in handy after big events. Only members and their dates will receive invitations.<br /><br />Call newspapers and local radio stations for stories on your new group. You’ll likely need to be doing something they can actually report on. You may even be able to get a TV station to come out if you are enthusiastic and motivated. Tell them you are trying to get other schools to do the same and you would like to challenge them.<br /><br />See how to write a press release at www.21stcenturycares.org/prguide.htm<br /><br />This will be one of the most important of all your duties. If you can't even share your learned information with those in your own school, then you would essentially be accomplishing little. Make certain you get no fewer than two nice front page articles in your school newspaper per school year, too. These articles should be hard hitting essays to tell the other students what you’ve done, why you’ve done it and what the entire student body should know in order to improve, but to at least be aware of these points. The written pieces I’ve provided to you by Jim Willis are wonderful stories with a much-needed message as well. Begin with any of the articles found on this site by Jim Willis or myself. Permission is given. Get the students to 'think' about what is happening. jwillis@bellatlantic.net is a good friend of mine and is the author of "PIECES OF MY HEART" which is wonderful reading for all in this club as well as great handouts at your booths and events. Also give to younger students you speak to. Ask that they read them after you leave and write an essay on how they think we can change these problems (teacher will possibly offer extra credit to them) <br /><br />Have a 50’s party or dance and use the dogs as your invitation. We did this at the Anaheim Hilton in 1995 for a 50’s party and the girls here were the goodluck dogs for the gambling tables. What is difficult to see in this photo is that Maddy, on the left is wearing a “PEOPLE SKIRT” instead of a POODLE skirt..<br /><br />You could set up a doggy walka thon for the local community. Proceeds to benefit the local animal org and your club. To publicize this, the track team could run dogs for the week prior with signs on the dogs to advertise. You could even bring a few dogs that need homes, in hopes they would get adopted. Get the track team members to consider joining. You do this by getting others involved and making your events and follow-up parties FUN.<br /><br />A great and very successful idea is at www.21stcenturycares.org/cannes.htm<br /><br />Make sure that you tell your members that learning the correct care for animals is only part of the goals, that they need to speak out when they see something questionable or wrong. Otherwise your knowledge is only helpful when the pet is YOURS. That is just to limiting for those poor animals that are suffering at the hands of ignorant humans.<br /><br />Sometimes, there are events at your own school, which would generate income from a food booth, or the likes. Keep your eyes and ears open for any and all events in and around your general area – especially the school and it’s activities.<br /><br />See what it would take to form a local doggy park in your community. That will be a long project and will take some follow-up, long after the students are on to college or other things. IT would become an ongoing project for the club. (To help maintain the park and clean it once a month)<br /><br />Be as active in the community as your membership will allow. Make sure that all banks and veterinary offices have information about your club and it’s goals and objectives. Also, take a couple dogs to the local senior citizen centers for their enjoyment. It's just really fun for everyone. Leave brochures and tell them what you are doing. That is a wonderful way to get practice for public speaking. They love anything the youth do for and with them.<br /><br />Make sure that events and projects are covered in the media with Public Service Announcements, These are 15-30 second commercials they all run free to help community organizations to publicize their upcoming events.<br /><br />Don’t forget a newsletter. You may even include it with the local newspaper once a month or so. You can sell ad space to local businesses to cover the costs of printing and distribution. Check for prices on 10,000 for example and price out several 1" X 1" ads from dry cleaners, banks, other stores. Make sure the newsletter is professionally done and has YOUR information inside, not copied information from other animal newsletters. The locals want to know what you want to do. Let them know what you need and how they can help without giving cold cash. A lot of folks will give furniture, old computers, dog supplies, provide items or services for your events at no charge, etc.<br /><br />For those who go to the schools:<br /><br />www.21stcenturycares.org/he/humaneed.htm.htm<br /><br />www.21stcenturycares.org/spayn.htm<br /><br />www.21stcenturycares.org/importance.htm<br /><br />www.21stcenturycares.org/edpresentation.htm<br /><br />www.21stcenturycares.org/lessonplan.htm<br /><br />HOPEFULLY YOUR BIGGEST GOAL IS TO GET OTHERS STARTED AS WELL. IT DOES NO GOOD IF WE ONLY EDUCATE 20 KIDS FROM THAT TOWN AND 22 FROM THIS TOWN. WE NEED TO GET THE WORD OUT TO EVERYONE AS BEST WE CAN. OF COURSE THE FOCUS IS ON 18YR AND UNDER, AS THOSE WHO ARE ABOVE THAT AGE HAVE ALREADY MADE CHOICES AND DECISIONS AND ARE DIFFICULT TO RE ADDRESS THESE ISSUES.<br /><br />Ideas for Teachers and Students to do as a Classroom or Club<br /><br /> ORGANIZE A FUNDRAISER: Choose a humane society, animal shelter or rescue group to which to donate the proceeds of a bake sale, car wash, book sale or carnival. Contact the organization and ask them for general information to distribute to students and the public.<br /> FORM A CLUB: Organize an animal club that meets weekly. Discuss animal-related topics, go on field trips and develop community service projects.<br /> ORGANIZE AN ANIMAL AWARENESS WEEK: a school or community- wide animal awareness week will help get the message of kindness to animals heard.<br /> GET THE COMMUNITY INVOLVED: Ask local businesses and the media to spread the word about caring about animals. Organize a dog walk or wash in your community and ask for donations or sponsorship.<br /> VOLUNTEER: Volunteer your time at a local animal organization. They sure can use your help!<br /> SPONSOR A SPEAKER: Invite an animal expert to speak at your school. Host the event in the evening, sell tickets and donate the proceeds to a local humane organization.<br /> GIVE OUT INFORMATION: Man a table at school or in front of the local supermarket. Ask the community to sign a pact to be responsible pet owners. Display all the signatures at the local community center.<br /> EDUCATE: Give out correct information about animals to help people become more informed and responsible.<br /> BE CREATIVE: Perform a play, design a poster, create an animal bulletin board, make a quilt, write a newsletter or write a song about animals.<br /> KEEP UP TO DATE: Read lots of books about animals. It will keep you knowledgeable and accurate.<br /> BE RESPONSIBLE PET OWNERS: Show others how to be a responsible pet owner by example--be one yourself.<br /> WRITE LETTERS: Write letters to lawmakers and the media expressing your concerns about animals and the environment.<br /> ORGANIZE A DRIVE: Organize a toy, towel or animal food drive in your community. Put a marked container in a high traffic area for people to see. Give the collected items to an animal organization.<br /><br />Always know that I will be willing to speak to the advisor, or any student regarding ways to help the club or for projects in which they can become involved.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #ead1dc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">SUGGESTED PROJECTS FOR KIDS 5TH GRADE AND UP<br /><br />Organize and support a humane education club in your school - much like Future Teachers Club or FFA, etc.<br /><br />Offer to assist senior citizens and low income families with necessary medications, vet visits, delivery of food, training tips, etc to make the pets happier and healthier with those given family dynamics.<br /><br />Plan for an all school assembly where you and others in the humane ed club can speak to the entire student body. maybe not all at once, but over a full school day, etc.<br /><br />Help the community in securing appropriate licensing and ID for all pets in the area.<br /><br />Have a drive to get local pets micro-chipped.<br /><br />Have a spay neuter clinic come to your town for discount surgeries.<br /><br />Try to convince club members to begin acting like a ''community watch'' effort by respectfully addressing someone with whom you feel is being neglectful or abusive to an animal by not treating it's medical needs, tying it up to a post 24 hours, not feeding it, etc AND TO SPEAK OUT TO PARENTS OR AUTHORITIES IF THE SITUATION IS MORE SERIOUS.<br /><br />Help local dog pound with adoptions by holding an adopt a thon at your school on Sat for the locals.<br /><br />Make sure ALL these events are covered by the local newspapers and even TV and radio stations. Remember,what you are doing is CHANGING THE WORLD. Photo ops with kids and dogs are HUGE SELLERS and marketing tools for papers and tv news. You hold that key.<br /><br />Speak to your town council and discuss the possibilities of opening a dog park for excercize, socialization and to bring the community together.<br /><br />Consider electing a Lead committee that will visit neighboring schools to join in for the after school meetings or to help them also form their own local humane education clubs so you can all share info and grow together.<br /><br />YOU MUST BE ABLE TO PROUDLY SPEAK OUT WHEN SOMEONE IS NOT GIVING THEIR PET THE PROPER CARE AND NECESSARY MEDICAL TREATMENT. YOU CANNOT ALLOW FAMILY, FRIENDS OR RELATIVES TO ABUSE NOR NEGLECT THEIR PETS. IF YOU CAN'T SAY IT TO THEM DIRECTLY THEN CALL AUTHORITIES AND LET THEM DETERMINE THEIR FATE. IF YOU SEE A DOGGY TIED TO A STAKE WITH A 6 FT CHAIN, JUST THINK HOW HORRIBLE THAT WOULD BE IF YOU WERE HIM. THINK HOW IGNORANT THE HUMAN IS THAT IS DOING THAT TO THE POOR DOG. IF YOU ALLOW THIS TO CONTINUE BY NOT SPEAKING OUT, YOU ARE JUST AS MUCH TO BLAME FOR THE POOR DOG'S SITUATION AND JUST AS ABUSIVE AS THE PERSON WHO DID THAT. </span></span></span><br />
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