Animals

I have always been a huge advocate for fostering and adopting animals. In doing so, you are saving a life, abstaining from the support of abusive puppy mills and unnecessary breeding – and you receive unwavering gratitude and unconditional love in return! In this current unprecedented isolation, it might just be a perfect time to […]

Can dogs eat a plant-based diet? People are often concerned about whether it’s safe for dogs to eat an exclusively plant-based diet. Dogs are omnivores, so as long as they are getting their proper nutrients, the source does not need to come from animals. If planned thoughtfully, it is not only possible, but they can […]

Society teaches us that the intrinsic value of a chicken is not on a par with a human child. That belief does not negate the value of that non-human life. There are many ways that we are positively equal: in our ability to suffer (all animals possess highly developed central nervous systems), in our sentience […]

Animal sanctuaries can specialize in a variety of different species, including primates, birds, reptiles, big cats, and domestic animals. There are several wildlife sanctuaries and rehabilitation centers that offer public tours, especially here in Florida. They play a critical role in supporting the abundance of indigenous species that face environmental and existential threats (mainly man-made). […]

Many people have said to me in conversation, “I don’t eat meat – just some fish”. I, myself, used to be a pescatarian, making a mental distinction between sea animals and land animals, as if somehow, sea animals were exempt of sentience, feelings and sensory perception. But as recent scientific studies demonstrate, this assumption is […]