Action Alerts

Audubon: Help Save Our Migratory Birds!
Each spring, millions of birds travel thousands of miles from Latin America and the Caribbean to their breeding grounds as far north as the Arctic. Months later, as the temperature drops and winter sets in, these migrants make the long trip back to warmer southern climates. These neotropical migrants face increasing threats—habitat loss, invasive species, disease, and a changing climate. Since its inception in 2002, the Neotropical Migratory Bird Conservation Act has provided millions of dollars for vital conservation efforts, including monitoring efforts, habitat restoration, education, and other projects in the United States, Canada, Latin America, and the Caribbean. But many essential conservation projects remain unfunded.

DawnWatch: PCRM’s Dr. Neal Barnard on Ellen on Monday 9/29/08
On Monday, September 29, [Ellen] is interviewing Dr Neal Barnard, the head of the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine about his new book, “Breaking the Food Seduction: The Hidden Reasons Behind Food Cravings—and Seven Steps to End Them Naturally.”

DawnWatch: Wayne Pacelle and Prop 2 on Ellen tomorrow, Friday September 26, 2008
“Then, Wayne Pacelle, CEO of The Humane Society of the United States, will be here to discuss The Prevention of Farm Animal Cruelty Act, an initiative that will appear on the California ballot in November. This issue is very dear to my heart, and I am delighted to help Wayne get the word out.”

DawnWatch: Pet friendly and unfriendly dorms and housing — USA Today and Biloxi Sun Herald 9/24/08
There is a pets-in-housing theme in the US newspapers, today, Wednesday, April 24. USA Today, the nation’s most widely distributed newspaper, includes an article about campuses allowing pets in dorms. But then the front page of Mississippi’s Biloxi Sun Herald complains of a lack of affordable housing that allows pets.

Ecological Internet / The Rainforest Portal: As Rainforest Action Network Prepares to “Revel”, What Has Become of Their Old Growth Forest Campaign?
There is no chance of achieving global ancient forest protection, climate stabilization and ecological sustainability until RAN and other ancient forest logging apologists follow Friends of the Earth in withdrawing from the Forest Stewardship Council and uniting to work to end ancient forest logging

Farm Sanctuary: Action Needed NOW on Federal Horse Slaughter Bill
After passing through the Congressional House Judiciary Committee on Sept. 23, H.R. 6598, the Prevention of Equine Cruelty Act, may be voted on by the full House of Representatives at any time. This federal bill will stop the slaughter of American horses, a cruel practice that continues in Mexico and Canada.

People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA): Tell the FTC that Motomco’s Glue Trap Labels are Misleading
We need your help in urging the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to take action against a rodent-control company. PETA has filed a complaint against Motomco Inc. over misleading statements made on its packaging. Motomco produces a glue trap that contains eugenol, a substance that the company calls, “A Natural Anesthetic.” This claim would lead consumers to believe that the additive alleviates any pain and suffering experienced by animals caught in these traps. However, no scientific evidence exists to support the claim that low doses of eugenol applied topically could have any anesthetic affect on mice or rats ensnared by the relentless adhesive.

Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM): Improve Nondairy Vegetarian Options in Schools
Please join me in calling on the U.S. Department of Agriculture to mandate vegetarian meals and nondairy beverages in school lunches. Now is the time for action. The USDA is drafting revisions to The Child Nutrition Act, which determines school lunch policies.

Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM): PCRM President Neal Barnard, M.D., to Appear on Ellen on Monday, Sept. 29
Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine President Neal Barnard, M.D., will appear on The Ellen DeGeneres Show on Monday, September 29, to discuss his three week “kick-start” program and other tips to help eliminate unhealthy food cravings and get you on the road to better health.

Save Our Environment.org: Urge Congress to Say No to Oil Shale
Right now, Congress is considering a proposal to end a moratorium on development of oil shale – a dangerous, new energy source which would threaten two million acres of America’s public lands! Some members of Congress want to rush us into developing oil shale despite the reality that it will put millions of acres of wildlife habitat at risk, threaten a significant portion of our country’s water resources and dramatically increase global warming pollution.

Women’s Media Center: Show Me the Women!!
The Women’s Media Center invites you to submit your questions for the Presidential debate between Barack Obama and John McCain, hosted by Bob Schieffer. This third and final debate takes place October 15th and focuses on domestic issues. As the result of the WMC’s “Show Me The Women,” an e-initiative challenging the Commission on Presidential Debates in its selection of three men to moderate the upcoming Presidential debates, the WMC has been invited to submit questions for the debate on October 15th. We, in turn, invite you. To see what questions other people have submitted, check out our blog, Majority Post. We are particularly interested in getting your questions on domestic issues. The deadline to submit questions will be 5 p.m. EST on Wednesday, October 1st.

Campaign Updates

United Poultry Concerns (UPC): Canandaigua Academy’s Chicken Slaughter Project Stopped.
NY State Education Department Halts Project under the Humane Treatment of Live Vertebrate Animals Law

Contests

People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA): PETA’s Gas Giveaway!
To help create buzz about the connection between meat consumption and high gas prices, PETA’s sexy Lettuce Ladies are back on the road again giving away free gas (and vegan sandwiches) to people at gas stations around the country. In support of their efforts, The PETA Files is giving away BP gas cards to two loyal readers.

People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA): Enter to Win a Prize Pack from Nature’s Gate
To celebrate Nature’s Gate’s kindness to animals, we’re giving five lucky winners hand soap, shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, and shaving gel. Just fill out the form below by September 30 to be entered in the running, and we will let you know if you’re a winner by October 6.

People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA): Enter to Win a Digital Frog Dissection Module for Your Classroom!
Educators from grades K–6 who might not conduct classroom dissections can also enter the contest and will be given the chance to win a fabulous book pack for their classrooms. Just fill out the form below by October 3 to be entered in the running, and we will let you know if you’re a winner by October 6.

PETA2: Free Stuff Friday: Top Ten Reasons to Hug a Vegetarian!
Now that you’re ready to go out and hug all the 20 million+ vegetarians, why don’t you grab a “Hug a Vegetarian” shirt to wear while hugging? Better yet, why not enter to win one? Comment below with your shirt size, your favorite of the designs below, AND the #1 reason you want to hug vegetarians today (be creative!), to be one of the two lucky winners!

Newsletters

American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA): eNews, September 26, 2008
Meet the Dog of the Year

Best Friends Animal Society: eNews, September 25, 2008
“I wouldn’t trade you for anything…”

Born Free USA / Animal Protection Institute (API): eNewsletter, September 26, 2008
Help Us Keep up the Fight — Countdown Continues to Historic Court Date for Elephants

Center for Biological Diversity: Endangered Earth Online, No. 427, September 25, 2008
Endangered Earth: Help Proposed for Mexican Wolves, Tortoises In Need of It

Farm Sanctuary: eNewsletter, September 26, 2008
Farm Sanctuary News: Slaughterhouse Survivors Get Second Chance

In Defense of Animals (IDA): IDA eNews: 09-25-08
News & Features

New American Dream: New Dream News, Issue No. 57- September 25, 2008
Tips and Tools for Troubled Times

People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA): Weekly eNews, September 25, 2008
PETA E-News: PETA’s Giving Away Gas to Help Stop Global Warming

United Animal Nations (UAN): eJournal, VOLUME 4 :: NO. 9 :: September 2008
Bare Escentuals “Sanctuary” benefits the animals; Ike’s aftermath

Petitions

Stop Hormel Supplier’s Abuse of Mother Pigs and Piglets

Protect the Birds and the Bees: Stand Strong Against Toxic Pesticides!

Justice for Shep a dog starved to death

Save the Mills College Cats, Promote TNR!

Rainsville, AL Rescuer – Help Carrol Save Her Dogs

Save Lives Now: Protect the Future of Philadelphia’s Animals

Justice for Phoenix…the emaciated boxer pup!!!

Urgent! Protect travel rights for Italian dogs!

HELP ANIMALS IN EU LABORATORIES

JUSTICE FOR POLICE DOG BRUNO IN SERBIA

SIGN AGAINST BULLFIGHT IN PORTUGAL

EINOUGH-Energy Independence for New Orleans and Universal Green Housing

Upcoming Events

Farm Sanctuary: Support Farm Sanctuary’s Party for the Pigs: A benefit for the survivors of the Midwest flood disaster
In June of this year, Farm Sanctuary mobilized in Iowa to take part in one of the most ambitious farm animal rescues ever undertaken, after thousands of pigs were left to die in the Midwest flood disaster. During both land and water rescue operations, 69 pigs were rescued, including many pregnant sows who were once confined to gestation crates on factory farms. Now, these pigs, many of whom are still suffering from serious health problems, are at Farm Sanctuary receiving urgent care and undergoing rehabilitation. On October 18, Farm Sanctuary will honor these survivors of the Midwest floods and raise critically needed funds for their care.

In Defense of Animals (IDA): World Farm Animal Day, October 2, 2008
More than 55 billion land animals are killed for food each year – that’s 150 million/day. On WFAD, you can do something about it.

In Defense of Animals (IDA): World GO VEGAN Days Are Almost Here!
Saturday October 25 to Friday October 31

In Defense of Animals (IDA): Fur Free Friday, Friday, November 28, 2008
Time To Start Planning For Fur Free Friday

World Society for the protection of Animals (WSPA): World Rabies Day, September 28, 2008
For World Rabies Day this year WSPA is working with governments, presenting the case for humane, effective prevention methods. Where comprehensive education and vaccination programs already exist, we are encouraging authorities to keep going and showcase their success.

Miscellaneous

Animal Person: On the Krabloonik Dogs

United Poultry Concerns (UPC): Chicken Meat the Most Common Route of Campylobacteriosis, New Study Finds

Vegan Soapbox: Leave A Link, Change A Life

Vegan Soapbox: Judge Orders USDA To Quit Buying Anti-Prop 2 Ads

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