James Cromwell: Retire the Racehorses!
James Cromwell isn’t just the star of movies like Secretariat; he’s a superstar for the animals. His latest campaign is to ensure that racehorses get the retirement they deserve when they leave the track.
Was John Paul II a Saint to the Animals?
John Paul II often spoke of his concern for other animals. In God’s Broker, author Anton Gronowicz wrote about a dream that John Paul recounted to him.
A Week for the Animals
It’s Be Kind to Animals Week, the American Humane Associate had a contest that recognized children who went above and beyond to create a better world for animals.
Helping Elephants to Pack Trunks
Bob Barker hosts press conference in Canada about a plan to move the three elephants at the Toronto Zoo to a California sanctuary.
Give Natalie Portman a Break!
I’ve never been pregnant, and I’m in no position to render judgment on someone who’s having a baby and is having a challenge keeping up her vegan lifestyle.
‘Destined to Die’ They Saved Each Other
“The dogs gave me motivation to stick around. I found purpose because of them; I got better because of them.,” Skow said. A story of recovery and rescue.
French Hamster Sets Wheels of Justice Spinning
Endangered wild hamsters face extinction in France. One man’s crusade to save them has taken his case to the European Court of Justice.
Stars Come Out for the Animal “Oscars”
The Genesis Awards honors media and entertainment organizations and celebrities who have helped the plight of animals in past year.
Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss!
Dr. Seuss taught us how to read, taught us how to smile and taught us how to laugh. Celebrate the joy he brought with his stories by voting for your favorite Seuss character.
Dottie’s Spay Day in Paradise
In a small town of about 4,000 people, a Texas expatriate is changing hearts and minds with her spay/neuter program. No one is turned away, even if they can’t pay a dollar
The Animal Lover from Tahrir Square
It all began 35 years ago in Tahrir Square, Cairo. But Dina Sulfikar has spent her life working toward another revolution – for the care and protection of animals
Prizewinner Is Breath of Fresh Air
Her drive to protect the environment around her hometown of West Oakland, CA, has earned Margaret Gordon the $100,000 Purpose Prize Award
World’s Greatest Squirrel
“A squirrel managed to get into our indoor-outdoor den while we were away,” writes renowned blogger Zennie Abraham. The squirrel hadn’t survived, so Zennie decided that the least he could do would be to give her a good funeral
Jaguars in Brazil – Must-see TV
You can go in search of jaguars for months without seeing one. But leading big cat expert Alan Rabinowitz gets lucky when he takes a team from 60 Minutes to Brazil to show us all the beauty of these elusive and highly endangered cats
Three-Legged Dog Wins High Jump, Fosters Kittens
First Prize in the high jump … and she only has three legs … and she fosters frightened feral kittens … she even turned around the life of a disabled orphan child.
WikiLeaks: Dalai Lama Urges Focus on Climate Change in Tibet
The Dalai Lama tells the U.S. that climate change in the Himalayas is more urgent than his nation’s political concerns with China
Lights, Camera, Safety!
Behind the scenes on movies sets around the world with the people who have been making sure for 70 years that “No Animals Were Harmed.”
Natalie Portman Brings No Leather to Dior
The actress is committed to animal protection Superstar Natalie Portman, who has just accepted the role of Miss Cherie for Dior, brings a new philosophy to…
Sealed with a Birthday Gift
Seven-year-old Risa dedicates her birthday to Garland, an injured seal. When it’s time for Garland to be returned to the ocean, Risa is there to open the door. Garland heads off down the beach, then turns to bid Risa a fond farewell. Watch the video
A Day with Orphan Elephants
Our visit to the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage in Kenya Leslie Smith at the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage Suguta was way too young to be on…