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From: Farm Sanctuary – info [at] farmsanctuary.org
Date: Oct 27, 2006 4:25 PM
Subject: Farm Sanctuary’s E-News & Action Alert 10/27/06

Compassionate Holiday Celebration

Join Farm Sanctuary for a Compassionate Holiday Celebration on Sunday, December 3 in Philadelphia! Your support will benefit Farm Sanctuary’s legislative efforts to ban foie gras in Philadelphia and cruel factory farming practices across the U.S. Guests will gather at Horizons to enjoy gourmet vegan hors d’oeuvres, cocktails, desserts, a silent auction, and special presentations by Farm Sanctuary President Gene Bauston and Councilman-At-Large Jack Kelly. To register or make a donation in support of this event, call 607-583-2225 ext. 221 or click here.

The Final Countdown

Less than two weeks remain before Arizona citizens will decide the fate of thousands of farm animals by voting on Proposition 204, which prohibits the cruel confinement of pigs in gestation crates, and calves in veal crates. Dedicated volunteers worked tirelessly to collect enough signatures to place this measure on the ballot. We now need this same commitment to get the word out to Arizonans to stop animal cruelty by voting Yes on Prop 204 on November 7, 2006!

University Piglets, Once Slated for Slaughter, Embrace Life at Farm Sanctuary

In May 2006, Farm Sanctuary had the pleasure of welcoming six precious piglets to our California Shelter. Until their rescue they were seen as commodities, simple “test” subjects at a university veterinary school. Thankfully, a kind vet student, who did not want to see them sent to slaughter after they were of no “use” to science, spoke up for the piglets. Now their days are full of happy squeals and mud baths, as they enjoy sanctuary life and all that freedom has to offer. Click here to read more.

The Experience of a Lifetime Awaits You! Be a Part of the Farm Sanctuary Team.

Our Volunteer Internship Program gives committed people like you the opportunity to be an integral part of our rescue, education and advocacy efforts. This is your chance to live and work with like-minded people while making a difference for countless animals! A variety of internship opportunities are available at our New York and California locations. Visit our website for more details. Apply today!

Perfect Organics … Beauty Outside the Box

Known for creating amazingly effective, incredibly luxurious multi-use body care, Perfect Organics has extended its offerings into the world of cosmetics with vegan, organic, lip and cheek shimmers. Made with 80 percent certified organic ingredients and natural mineral pigments, the lip and cheek shimmers are available in 7 stunning shades and provide an instant glow for both cheeks and lips. Farm Sanctuary Special: 10 percent discount on all products at www.perfectorganics.com with the following code: 777508

FARM SANCTUARY NEWS AND NOTES

Farm Sanctuary wins “Best B&B” and the editor’s choice for “Best Event” for our 20th Anniversary Gala for Farm Animals!

Farm Sanctuary tables at Indigo Girls’ Ithaca, NY concert in October

IN THE NEWS

Phil Frank’s Farley Comic Strip Addresses Foie Gras
SF Weekly, October 20, 2006

SHOP AT FARM SANCTUARY

Twas the Night Before Thanksgiving

About Farm Sanctuary

Farm Sanctuary is the nation’s leading farm animal protection organization. Since incorporating in 1986, we have worked to expose and stop cruel practices of the “food animal” industry through research and investigations, legal and legislative actions, public awareness projects, youth education, and direct rescue and refuge efforts. Our shelters in Watkins Glen, NY and Orland, CA provide lifelong care for hundreds of rescued animals, who have become ambassadors for farm animals everywhere by educating visitors about the realities of factory farming. For more information about Farm Sanctuary or our programs, please visit www.farmsanctuary.org or call 607-583-2225. To become a Farm Sanctuary member or to make a donation today using our secure online form, www.farmsanctuary.org/join/donate2.htm. For updates on previous action alerts, www.farmsanctuary.org/actionalerts/update.htm.

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Via Earthjustice:

Save Our National Forests!

This September, Earthjustice scored a huge victory for our roadless national forests when a federal district court ordered the reinstatement of the 2001 Roadless Rule. But today the Bush administration is scrambling to challenge this decision.

Today, we need your help to fight back and safeguard our victory. We need to generate as many letters as possible to Secretary of the USDA, Michael Johanns, demanding that he honor and enforce the Roadless Rule.

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From: API Newsletters – donotreply [at] api4animals.org
Date: Oct 27, 2006 1:06 PM
Subject: API to be featured in ABC News “20/20” investigation airing 10/27/06

API to be featured in ABC News “20/20” investigation airing 10/27/06

Earlier this year API launched a groundbreaking investigation into the private ownership of dangerous exotic animals in the U.S., showcasing footage gathered by our investigative team during the latter part of 2005. (See our footage at www.api4animals.org/a3b_exotic_pets.php.) In an effort to bring this vital information to a wider audience, API contacted ABC following our launch, and triggered producers’ interest in knowing more about roadside zoos, private menageries, and private owners of exotic animals; the dangers of keeping wild animals in private settings; and the laws and regulations that protect the animals — and the people around them.

For more than 8 months, API has since been working with producers from ABC News on a story born from our investigation. Tonight this story will air and 20/20 will feature API, including an interview with API CEO Michelle Thew, in its investigation into the dangers of private animal “sanctuaries.”

Be sure to tune in and watch this important edition of 20/20!

Learn more at www.api4animals.org/actionalerts?p=978&more=1.

Other Ways You Can Help:

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From: In Defense of Animals – takeaction [at] idausa.org
Date: Oct 27, 2006 1:11 PM
Subject: Writing Alert: Circus protesters arrested outside Arena

The Connecticut Post printed an article about the arrest of nine protesters at the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus.

Please write a letter to the editor of the Post encouraging readers to stay away from circuses that use animals. Send letters to the editor via an online feedback form.

Click here to read the full story online.

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From: ASPCA – news-alert [at] aspca.org
Date: Oct 27, 2006 9:44 AM
Subject: Halloween Safety Tips/Fixing Feral Cats

October 27, 2006

Welcome to our weekly email newsletter, your source for the latest news from our animal welfare community and information on pending humane legislation.

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TOP 10 HALLOWEEN SAFETY TIPS

The arrival of Halloween means parties, trick-or-treaters, and lots of delicious candies. However, some of the same goodies and decorations we humans are so fond of can be potentially hazardous to our pets. The ASPCA would like to call your attention to some common-sense cautions that’ll keep your furry friends safe and stress-free this time of year. There’ll be no scaredy cats–or dogs–this October 31!

ASPCA SUCCESS STORY OF THE WEEK: PINT-SIZE PERFECTION

Says proud pet parent Colette Moon, “Everyone should have a little ‘Dumplin” in their lives.”

FIXING FERAL CATS IN FLORIDA, 10/16

Great job, guys! The Animal Coalition of Tampa and the Humane Society of Tampa Bay joined forces to provide no-cost spay/neuter for 100 felines on National Feral Cat Day.

KATRINA UPDATE: LOUISIANA RECOVERY EFFORTS ARE ROLLING ALONG

The ASPCA and the Humane Society of the United States oversaw the recent donation and delivery of customized animal transport vehicles to two Louisiana shelters.

WHAT’S GOING ON?

Please visit our website for a list of animal-related events scheduled to take place during the month of November.

R.O.A.R. WITH ANIMAL PLANET AND THE ASPCA

Wanna be a powerful voice for the animals? All you have to do is ROAR–Reach Out. Act. Respond.

ELI WANTS YOU…TO VOTE FOR HIM TODAY!

Eli the Chihuahua needs your help in his quest to become a canine supermodel.

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WAY TO GO! GOVERNOR TAKES STEPS TO IMPROVE ANIMAL WELFARE IN PENNSYLVANIA

The ASPCA applauds Governor Rendell’s appointment of two key officials in specially created positions, as well as his proposed regulatory and legislative changes to the existing Dog Law.

MORE ALERTS FOR YOUR AREA…

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Hot Topics of the Week

- Is it ok to let my cats run and slide on the floor?
- Help needed for cats’ itchy ears!
- How often should dogs get dental cleaning?

Join the ASPCA Community to discuss these topics and more.

© 2006 The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®
424 E. 92nd St
New York, NY 10128
Visit us online at www.aspca.org

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Via The Wilderness Society:

Stop the Public Lands Giveaway!

New legislation has been introduced in Congress that could lead to the construction of thousands of miles of damaging and unnecessary new roads in Wilderness, National Parks, Wildlife Refuges and National Monuments. We need your help to stop it.

H.R. 6298 would undercut the protection of our national parks, wilderness areas, wildlife refuges, and other public lands by granting antiquated “rights-of-way” claims across federal lands. If passed, this bill would crisscross our public lands with a spider web of roads and development.

Please ask your representative to oppose it.

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From: Kinship Circle – kinshipcircle [at] brick.net
Date: Oct 26, 2006 12:01 PM
Subject: [GULF COAST] Hoping For A Familiar Face

Kinship Circle will be off-line from:
Thursday, October 26 – Tuesday, October 31

* I will not be able to respond to email from OCT. 26 – OCT. 31
* There will be no new campaigns from OCT. 26 – OCT. 31

I am traveling to Los Angeles to re-do my animal disaster relief training with my original ARNO (Animal Rescue New Orleans) buddies.
Take care, Brenda Shoss, Kinship Circle

Kinship Circle Animal Disaster Relief List – PERMISSION TO CROSSPOST

10/26/06: Hoping For A Familiar Face

PAST NEWSLETTERS: www.kinshipcircle.org/disasters/default.html

ANIMAL ISSUE OF THE WEEK: Protect your right to free speech on behalf of Animals by defeating The Animal Enterprise Terrorism Act. The Equal Justice Alliance is a recently formed national coalition of social advocacy organizations preserving free speech and equal treatment under the law. Kinship Circle is a working member.
TAKE ACTION: www.noaeta.org/letter.htm

IN THIS ALERT:

1. SMALL BITES
2. Dog Found Abandoned, Tied to Tree – Independence, Louisiana
3. NOLA Feeders: Beware of Mid City Cat Poisonings
4. From Jane Garrison: Anyone With Primate Experience?
5. Searching For Jasmine, Pittie Girl Lost in Katrina
6. Still Hoping For A Familiar Face / Remote Reunion Campaign
7. Animal Cruelty Case Alleged, Louisiana
8. They Will Love You Forever: Roicy/Lafayette, LA
9. NOLA Still Needs Helping Hands For Animals
10. Plea For Help With Feral New Orleans Kittens
11. News From Spay/Louisiana
12. Arrested Dog Rescuer Tammy Grimes Visits One Happy Dog!
13. NOLA Now: Animals Who Got Out Are The Lucky Ones

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Via the Union of Concerned Scientists:

Challenge Your Candidates To Address Global Warming

You ask the questions. We help you get answers.

Ask the candidates for US House and Senate some tough questions about global warming and energy.

Energy affects nearly every aspect of our lives. Our nation’s energy choices affect the taxes we pay, the cost of heating our homes and getting to work and school. These choices affect the health of our communities and the safety of our nation. And with global warming, our energy choices are already affecting the world we leave to our kids.

One of the most powerful ways to tell future policymakers what’s important to voters is to ask them questions about the issues that affect us all, and to remind them that we want answers.

QuestionsforCandidates.org is an on-line toolkit you can use to ask candidates about their position on energy and global warming, remind them to answer your questions, and then view share their answers with others.

Take a few minutes to send a questionnaire to the candidates in your area – you’ll be glad you did – and we’ll all be better off for it.

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Via the League of Conservation Voters:

Pledge to Vote Environment

On November 7th – Election Day – America will go one of two ways: action on global warming, or a wait-and-see approach; drilling in wild lands or more protected wilderness; energy security or continued dependence on oil.

Visit LCV’s Pro-Environment Candidate Map to find your environmental candidate. Then sign the Vote Environment Pledge below, pledging that you will vote on Election Day for pro-environment candidates!

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From: DawnWatch – news [at] dawnwatch.com
Date: Oct 26, 2006 10:30 AM
Subject: DawnWatch tip: ABC’s 20/20 to cover privately held wild animals –10/27/06

On Friday, October 27, ABC’s 20/20, which airs at 10pm ET/PT, will include a segment titled “Lions and Tigers and Bears in the Backyard.”

You can read a lot of the transcript and see a three minute version of the story on line at abcnews.go.com/2020/story?id=2604901.

Michelle Thew of the Animal Protection Institute is interviewed.

In the three minute video on the website we see Dave Salmoni of Animal Planet mauled while “doing a live show at a Toronto zoo with a mild mannered lion named Bongo.” What we see is Salmoni taunting that wild animal with a stick and we see Bongo attack when he has had enough.

Salmoni says, “You believe they love you like you love them.” He continues, “They don’t have the same feelings that we do and they won’t think twice if they come to kill you.”

Really? They don’t have the same feelings we do? I wonder how Salmoni would feel and what he would do if some little guy half his size was bossing him around with a stick. Perhaps they have feelings much like we do, but they don’t have the same feelings for us, their jailers, as we have for them, our beautiful captives.

The show covers the tragic death of teenager Haley Hilderbrand who was killed on a visit to a tiger “sanctuary.” The tiger was also killed.

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