Make your Home Energy Efficient
Homeowners guide to saving energy
By Entire Team, SORT Staff Writers
Published Saturday January 19, 2008
Americans spend more than $160 billion a year to heat, cool, light and live in their homes. This amount continues to rise each year. It takes 21% of the energy we use as a nation each year to make our homes comfortable...

Cruelty Free Cooking
Featured Recipes: Pizza
By Entire Team, SORT Staff Writers
Published Tuesday December 11, 2007
Serving-up compassionate cuisine

People have been tryng to eat healthier for years. Turning to vegetarian meals is an excellant way to improve your health and offer delicious alternatives to a meat-based diet. Vegetarian/Vegan restaurants are becoming a healthy alternative to the traditional restaurant...

Serving Up Compassionate Cuisine
Holiday meals of uncompromising taste
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Thursday November 22, 2007
It’s that time of year again…the hustle and bustle of the Holiday Season is here. Unfortunately for the turkey, it, is the center of the feast for most Americans. In the United Kingdom, Roughly 10 million turkeys are killed for the Christmas market...

Environmental News and Org Updates
From Around the Planet
By Entire Team, SORT Staff Writers
Published Friday November 16, 2007
Headlines from around the planet
Updated November 16, 2006

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Of Special Interest

Breast Cancer Risk Linked To Red Meat, Study Finds

Younger women who regularly eat red meat appear to face an increased risk for a common form of breast cancer, according to a large, well-known Harvard study of women's health. The study of more than 90,000 women found that the more red meat the women consumed in their 20s, 30s and 40s, the greater their risk for developing breast cancer fueled by hormones in the next 12 years.

Read the full story

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Pets in the News Section update: 9/26/06

Pet Protection Bill Sent to Bush 9/26/06

Congress called for emergency preparedness plans that include helping individuals and families with pets, under legislation sent Wednesday to President Bush...

Humane USA 2006 Endorsements
Do you support animal-friendly candidates?
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Saturday November 3, 2007
What is Humane USA?

Humane USA is a political action committee (PAC) formed to be the nonpartisan political arm of the animal protection movement. They support Democrats, Republicans, and Independents based on a single criterion: their support for animal protection. They raise money from concerned citizens from all over the country and then donate it to various campaigns at the state and national level...

Vote for the Animals This Election Day
by the Animal Protection Institute
By Entire Team, SORT Staff Writers
Published Tuesday October 30, 2007
Vote for the Animals This Election Day
Published 10/18/06

In just a few weeks it will be time to head to the voting booth again. No matter in which state you live, the voting decisions you make can be used to effect a positive difference for animals.

Besides electing state officials who will help advance the cause of animal protection in this country, depending in which state you live there may also be important ballot initiatives that need your input (either in support or opposition)...

Dogs looking for forever homes
October's Adopt-A-Dog Month
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Thursday October 26, 2006
October is coming to an end but not the reason for celebrating Adopt-A-Dog month. This cause will always be around and dogs will always be looking for someone to come along and make their life special by providing a loving home for them. There are dogs in shelters and rescues throughout the United States looking for that forever home and there may just be a special one out there for you...

Halloween treats for your vegan ghouls, goblins
By LIZ KOHMAN
By PETA , People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals
Published Wednesday October 25, 2006
Vegans have no need to be scared on Halloween. Even though some candies have hidden animal products, there's still a variety of tasty treats to please even the pickiest of trick-or-treaters.

You could be trying to raise a vegan child or just want to hand out treats
that don't betray your beliefs...

New Jersey News and Issues
From Around the Garden State
By Entire Team, SORT Staff Writers
Published Thursday October 19, 2006
Latest New Jersey News Headlines

Final adoption of regulations upgrades state's surface water quality standards 10/18/06

New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Commissioner Lisa P. Jackson today announced the final adoption of regulations that will upgrade the state's surface water quality standards to achieve cleaner water statewide. The newly adopted rules establish more stringent standards for more than 100 toxic pollutants to protect human health and a broad range of aquatic species...

A hero with a furry coat
When animals become real life heroes
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Saturday October 14, 2006
What defines a hero?

There are many ways people become heroes but there are often small furry creatures that also have become heroes in their family’s eyes or through some outstanding feat such as the Search and Rescue Disaster Dogs. No matter how small a deed, these heroes have touched lives in ways that will never be forgotten by those that were affected by them. An animal hero can bring happiness into a life of a sick child, can provide companionship for the elderly or they can do something outstanding like wake a family during a fire, warn of a tornado, or become part of a team of Disaster Search and Rescue dogs...

Clifford the Big Red Dog® promotes Adopt-A-Dog Month
...Join the American Humane Society's campaign
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Wednesday October 11, 2006
Clifford the Big Red Dog® Promotes
American Humane's Adopt-A-Dog Month®
in October

Scholastic’s beloved Clifford The Big Red Dog® is using his considerable crimson presence to help millions of homeless dogs throughout October as the official spokesdog for American Humane’s Adopt-A-Dog Month®. The month long event is observed every year to encourage people to help homeless animals by opening their hearts and homes to dogs in need.

There is a great need for people to go to a shelter and find their new best friend, said Marie Belew Wheatley, American Humane Association president and CEO...

Urgent! Cats need homes in New Jersey
Please help if you can
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Monday September 25, 2006
Emergency situation in Dunnellen- 36 cats need placement!

From: NJCares

If you can help with any of these animals, please contact Kathleen
at kfram@earthlink.net during the day, or call 908-233-1502 after 5
p.m.


Less than 48 hours remain before loving housecats are taken from
their home and euthanized...

Adopt a Wild Horse or Burro
Bureau of Land Management's Wild Horse and Burro Adoption Program
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Monday September 25, 2006
An Act Of Congress

Congress finds and declares that wild free-roaming horses and burros are living symbols of the historic and pioneer spirit of the West; (and) that they contribute to the diversity of life forms within the Nation and enrich the lives of the American people ...
(Public Law 92-195, December 15, 1971)

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is responsible for managing the nation's public lands. The wild horses and burros on the public rangelands are managed consistent with BLM's multiple use mission which takes into consideration natural resources such as wildlife and vegetation and other users such as livestock & recreationists...

Guinea Pig Rescue
....open your heart and home to one of these enganging critters
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Wednesday September 13, 2006
Guinea Pigs needing rescue?

Guinea Pigs are just like dogs and cats and do find themselves in need of a new home. One of the best sites to help these animals out is a place called Guinea Pig Adoption. It is unique because it serves as a Portal for Guinea Pig rescues all over the world...

Wildlife on the Move!
Learn to share the road
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Saturday September 9, 2006
It’s Autumn migratory season and it is time to be even more alert for wildlife crossing the roads. Each year over a half million car/animal collisions occur. Deer are the most common animal struck but others such as elk and moose can pose even greater dangers...

Volunteers….
What they mean to non-profit organizations
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Saturday September 9, 2006
No matter what a non-profit organization represents or what their cause is they all have one thing in common…..the need for volunteers. Many people do not realize just how important it is to an organization to have group of dedicated volunteers...

Keeping Animals Safe During A Disaster
Hurricane Season is upon us
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Thursday September 7, 2006
2005 Hurricane Season leaves behind valuable lessons on being prepared

A year ago this August, Hurricane Katrina roared into the Gulf Force with a fury never been seen before. One of the hardest hit victims of this monster storm were the animals. People lost their lives trying to stay with and save their family companions because they refused to leave them behind...

U.S. Animal Protection Organization
Our Featured Organization
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Thursday August 31, 2006
In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, the public became aware of the need for laws to protect the animals and safeguard them for future problems associated with National Disasters. It has also come to light that many animal victims of Katrina ended up being lost in the system. Animals were taken in by rescue workers and turned over to shelters with the understanding that they would be protected and reunited with their owners if possible...

Animal Acres to host Gala Sept 9th
Help build their Los Angeles shelter
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Monday August 28, 2006
The Animal Acres Gala
September 9th, 2006
Acton, CA

Twenty years ago, Farm Sanctuary co-founder Lorri Bauston opened the country’s first shelter for farm animals to change the way people view and treat cows, pigs, and chickens — and it was the beginning of a revolution for animals used for food production. Working with compassionate people like you who want to help all animals, thousands of animals have been rescued and provided safe refuge, millions of people have been educated and compelled to protect farmed animals, and humane protection laws have been passed to ban cruel meat industry practices.

Now, they have a unique opportunity to join together again, to create the new Los Angeles farm animal sanctuary & compassionate living center...

Largest U.S. Wild Animal Sanctuary Needs HELP
Help needed until animals are re-located
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Wednesday August 23, 2006
America's largest wild animal sanctuary closing

DENVER -- The Wild Animal Sanctuary (also known as Rocky Mountain Wildlife Conservation Center) has announced the non-profit sanctuary for lions, tigers, bears and other dangerous carnivores is closing. Devastated by the negative effects of world-wide disasters in 2005, the sanctuary will be forced to close its doors -- leaving more than 150 wild animals homeless. The 140-acre sanctuary was the largest of its kind in the United States, but now its residents face an uncertain future as their caretakers scramble to find alternatives to euthanasia...

Caring for Creatures....
A shelter that needs help to survive
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Friday August 11, 2006
Caring For Creatures (CFC) is a not-for-profit foundation dedicated to caring for homeless animals and enhancing the human-animal bond.


Mission

Caring For Creatures is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit foundation established in 1987 dedicated to caring for homeless animals and enhancing the human-animal bond by:

---Providing a safe and healthy environment in which to rescue, rehabilitate and re-home abandoned, neglected, abused, or otherwise homeless dogs and cats;

---Creating a lifetime home, if necessary, for animals that are elderly, disabled, and/or have a chronic condition requiring specialized care and;

---Promoting programs and policies that will help to stem the number of animals entering care facilities through education and awareness, promotion of spaying and neutering, and community involvement.


About their facilities

Caring For Creatures is situated on 157 beautiful and secluded acres in the rural countryside of central Virginia...

The Wildlife Rescue League
Helping native Virginia wildlife
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Thursday August 3, 2006
About the Wildlife Rescue League

The Wildlife Rescue League is a non-profit organization providing care for sick, injured and orphaned wildlife in order to return them to the wild. Their licensed rehabilitators, located throughout Virginia and suburban Maryland, work with animal shelters, humane societies, wildlife groups, nature centers and veterinary hospitals to provide care to creatures in need.

WRL operates a wildlife hotline in the Northern Virginia and surrounding areas to assist the public in obtaining information and assistance in locating a wildlife rehabilitator...

Taking Action for Animals 2006
September 2-5 in Washington, DC
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Monday July 31, 2006
Taking Action for Animals 2006 is a leading event for the animal protection movement to be held on September 2-5 in Washington DC.

Sponsored by leading organizations, Taking Action for Animals is designed to motivate, train and inspire activists nationwide.

This year's event will build upon the success of the 2005 inaugural conference and feature renowned speakers from the animal protection movement and beyond who will share their knowledge and a vision for the future of the movement...

Lose 41 lbs. a year!
Reduce junk mail & save 100 million trees
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Thursday July 27, 2006
Do you know that if you cut back bulk mail for 5 years, you’ll conserve 1.7 trees, 700 gallons of water and prevent 460 lbs of carbon dioxide from being released into the air? Would you like to have an uncluttered mail box that contains only letters and packages that you may actually want to open and look at? Each year each adult in a household gets 41 pounds of junk mail a year. That is quite a pile...

Animal Rights 2006 Conference- August 10th
There is still time to register!
By Entire Team, SORT Staff Writers
Published Friday July 21, 2006
Animal Rights 2006 is the Animal Rights (AR) movement's annual national conference. It provides a forum for sharing knowledge, discussing strategies, tactics and networking. It will be held this year from August 10-14 at the Hilton Mark Center in Washington, DC...

PrideRock Wildlife Refuge
Our Featured Organization
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Thursday July 20, 2006
PrideRock Wildlife Refuge is a safe haven for Big Cats that have been abused, abandoned, confiscated or that can no longer be properly cared for by their previous owners for whatever reason. The Refuge is located on 9 acres, thirty miles east of Dallas in Kaufman county, Texas. PrideRock is a non-profit corporation and a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt publicly supported organization...

Animal Acres
Our Featured Organization
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Monday July 10, 2006
Animal Acres is a farmed animal sanctuary and compassionate living center located just 45 minutes from Los Angeles directed by Farm Sanctuary co-founder Lorri Bauston.


About Animal Acres

Animal Acres works to promote compassionate living through its farmed animal rescue & refuge efforts, public education & outreach, and advocacy projects to prevent cruelty to farmed animals.

Over 150 rescued farmed animals call Animal Acres Home Sweet Home! Animal Acres is a volunteer-based organization and they are funded entirely by dedicated animal advocates...

Traveling With Your Best Friend?
Pet Travel Tips
By Entire Team, SORT Staff Writers
Published Wednesday July 5, 2006
Planning a trip this summer?

Are you thinking about traveling this summer but hesitating because you hate the idea of leaving your best friend behind? Whether it’s a trip by car, plane or train, you can take your cat or dog with you if just do a little advance planning. We’ve put together some key tips to keep in mind when you’re planning your trip, as well as a list of website links that contain additional information you should check out before making your arrangements.


Pet Travel Tips

* Make sure that your pet is in good health and that all of his/her inoculations are current...

House Rabbit Society
July is Adopt a Rabbit Month
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Wednesday June 28, 2006
In honor of Adopt a Rabbit Month we are featuring the House Rabbit Society.

Small beginnings

House Rabbit Society was founded by seven people at a dining room table in Alameda, California. Their mission for HRS was based on two observations: that people needed to be educated about the needs of real rabbits, and that there were rabbits in shelters in need of good homes...

National Take Your Pet To Work Day!
Friday June 23, 2006
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Wednesday June 21, 2006
You've heard of Take Your Daughter To Work Day and Take Your Son To Work Day...

Now every dog will have their day to because this Friday is National Take Your Pet To Work Day!

Visit www.petsit...

The Colorado Environmental Coalition
...our featured organization
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Wednesday June 14, 2006
The Colorado Environmental Coalition unites Coloradans to protect our natural heritage and quality of life. Every year, the Coalition mobilizes thousands of organizations and individuals who, like you, care deeply about Colorado. From soccer moms to steelworkers, from students to ranchers, from commuters to backpackers enjoying the world-famous Rocky Mountains, the Coalition's membership is as diverse as the state...

June 8 is World Oceans Day
...take time to help save our oceans
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Thursday June 8, 2006
June 8 is World Oceans Day

The Ocean Project, of which GDRC is a member, coordinated efforts with the World Ocean Network to celebrate the 13th Annual World Ocean Day (WOD), on June 8. WOD provides the opportunity to evaluate perspective, learn about ocean creatures and habitats, and ways to become a caretaker. Celebrate World Ocean Day by organizing or participating in activities that celebrate our world ocean that connects us all...

National Trails Day June 3, 2006
Get out and enjoy the Great Outdoors!
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Thursday June 1, 2006
June 3 is the 14th annual National Trails Day, a nationwide event supported by the American Hiking Society. Almost a million hikers are expected to turn out to enjoy and learn about trails in their area. All 50 states, Washington D...

Make your backyard wildlife friendly
Habitat Certification Programs
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Wednesday May 31, 2006
Spring and early summer means that it is time to head to the backyard for spring cleaning and planting. Across the nation avid gardeners are gearing up for a summer full of color. Often people also are gearing up for wildlife watching from their back porch or from the comfort of their living room...

Celebrity Profile: Bob Barker
A true hero for all animals
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Friday May 26, 2006
A lifetime of achievements.


Bob Barker the celebrity

Bob Barker is in his 33rd year as the host of CBS’ The Price Is Right. It is the highest rated daytime game show as well as the longest running one in television history...

Progressive Animal Welfare Society (PAWS)
Our Featured Organization
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Thursday May 18, 2006
PAWS = People Helping Animals


Northwest leader in protecting animals since 1967, the Progressive Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) shelters homeless animals, rehabilitates injured and orphaned wildlife, and empowers people to demonstrate compassion and respect for animals in their daily lives.

PAWS advocates for animals through education, legislation and direct care. PAWS is the leading voice for animals in Washington State and a recognized leader in the nation for its progressive outreach and education programs, legislative work, and premier wildlife rehabilitation and companion animal services...

Be Kind to Animals Week....
...celebrate it every day of the year.
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Wednesday May 10, 2006
It’s Be Kind To Animals Week! Each year this special week is celebrated in May to remind people that our animal friends and companions are special and need to be treated with kindness and respect. This week focuses on not only our companion animals but all animals. It is one of the oldest celebrations of animals here in the United States and although it is only once a year it serves to remind us that animal kindness is not just a once a year event but should be practiced all year round...

National Pet Week
Celebrated May 7-13, 2006
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Thursday May 4, 2006
National Pet Week

National Pet Week is celebrated both in the United Kingdom and the United States. The theme varies depending on if you are in the United States are the United Kingdom. This year efforts in the United States are focus on healthier pets...

Celebrate May Days....
Calendar of Special Events
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Thursday April 27, 2006
May is a month to celebrate. It is blooming with color, spring is here, summer is just around the corner, kids in the south are getting out of school at the end of the month and it is also a month to check out the different events and celebrations in honor of Wildflowers, Pets, Oceans, Birds and the environment.


Special Week Long Celebrations

Kicking off May is the National Wildflower Week...

Earth Day 2006
Celebrate Today and Every Day
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Saturday April 22, 2006
This year Earth Day will be officially celebrated on April 22 but many states have Earth Day celebrations during the entire month. Earth Day 2006 will launch a sustained, three-year campaign (Climate Solutions Campaign!) to educate consumers, corporations and governments worldwide on the urgent need to take concrete steps on climate change now -- before it's too late. Our Goal For Earth Day '06 -10,000 Climate Change Events Worldwide! Although they are not able to completely reverse the devastating effects of climate change we can, with your help, slow down future changes...

Arbor Day 2006
Celebrated April 28, 2006
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Monday April 17, 2006
Arbor Week will be celebrated through the United States from April 24 - 28, 2006. National Arbor Day is April 28, 2006.

Arbor Day is the celebration of trees and their importance in our lives; it is also a time to think about what we can do for trees and the world in which we live...

Seal Kill Quota for 2006
Canada to cash-in on fashion wave
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Saturday March 11, 2006
Canada to cash-in on fashion wave

It's baby seal clubbing season in Newfoundland. And it seems sealskin hats are hot in Europe so the Canadian government thought it would be cool to cash-in.

During March and April seal hunters once again take to the ice floes with their ice picks and clubs to end the lives of young seals pups as young as twelve days old...

Celebrate Spay Day USA 2006
Tuesday, February 28, 2006
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Saturday February 25, 2006
The 12th annual Spay Day USA is February 28nd, 2006. This years sponsors include: Natural Life Pet Products, Build-A-Bear, Datemypet.com, Pet Food Express, Modern Dog Magazine, BARk, Avid and Animal Radio...

Iditarod Sponsors
Do you support the sponsors?
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Monday February 20, 2006
Each year the Iditarod Race is run with the financial backing of many different corporate sponsors and individual sponsors. It is run with support from celebrities, politicians, and the general public. Without these sponsorships the race may not take place...

Tales of the Tundra Siberian Husky Rescue, Inc.
Group Helps Find Homes For Abandoned Siberian Huskies
By Bob Baker, Tails of the Tundra Siberian Husky Rescue
Published Friday February 17, 2006
Our Featured Organization:

Tails of the Tundra
Siberian Husky Rescue, Inc.
P.O. Box 612, Colmar, PA 18915

Huskies have distinct characteristics

Many people who have met Siberian Huskies are instantly impressed by the grace and beauty of these wonderful dogs...

The Iditarod
The cruelty begins March 4, 2006
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Sunday February 12, 2006
Every March, the Iditarod race begins. Every March dogs are forced run for their lives in the name of this sport. Every March dogs do not make it through the miles and miles of grueling terrain so that their owners have a chance to win money and fame...

Great Backyard Bird Count February 17-20, 2006
...grab your binoculars and get ready to count
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Wednesday February 1, 2006
Grab your binoculars, grab your check list and a pen and your bird guide….

What’s this all about? It’s time for the Great Backyard Bird Count. Beginners to experts participate in this annual event...

Alaska to Kill More Wolves
3rd Aerial Wolf Killing Ban Proposed
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Wednesday November 30, 2005
Alaska's Anything Goes Policy

Alaska is beginning the second winter of an all-out, open-ended, almost-anything-goes campaign to kill thousands of wolves across vast areas of he state. On April 30, 2005, the state of Alaska concluded its second aerial wolf-shooting program, killing 276 wolves between November 2004 and April, 2005. Since the program began in November, 2003, hunters have killed a total of 420 wolves...

Humane Education
Turning compassion into action
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Thursday November 10, 2005
The International Institute for Humane Education is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) educational organization dedicated to creating a humane world through humane education.

IIHE is headquartered in Surry, ME where it has the use of a beautiful facility situated on 28 oceanfront acres overlooking the mountains of Acadia National Park. The grounds include an organic garden, a beautiful wooded trail, and a pebble beach where seals, eagles, loons and osprey are frequently seen...

Being Prepared is Rule #1
Disaster tips for our furry friends
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Sunday October 9, 2005
(Posted July 10, 2005)

Hurricane season here in the United States has started out early with a bang both from Cindy and Dennis. Both Hurricanes arrived within a week of each other leaving a trail of ruin in their paths. With modern technology people are now given notice way in advance that a hurrican is coming...

Pasado's Safe Haven
On the frontline for rescue and rehabilitation
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Wednesday October 5, 2005
On April 15, 1992, tragedy led to the formation of an organization which has become one of the country’s premier animal rescue organizations. Pasado was a very special 21 year old donkey that lived in a park in Bellevue, Washington until that night. Three teenagers broke in to his paddock and brutally attacked him and killed him...

The Buffalo Field Campaign
Protecting Wild Buffalo from Slaughter
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Monday September 19, 2005
When one thinks of the old West images of cowboys, Indians and settlers and Calvary always are intertwined with wild horses and the Buffalo. Songs have been written that sing of where the Buffalo roam but today the story is entirely different with only 15,000 pure Buffalo left and only 4,200 that roam free in Yellowstone National Park. The current focus is on Montana which has authorized a Buffalo hunt for this fall and winter...

Gas-Saving Tips Make Sense & Saves Cents
While helping our environment too!
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Wednesday August 31, 2005
(Originally Published May 31, 2005)

Let's face it...over the past few years we have watched the prices at the gas pump go higher and higher. We have watched our government turn hungry eyes on the Arctic for a source of fuel in hopes of not depending on foreign oil...

Wildlife Contest Winners
Check to see if you have won....
By Entire Team, SORT Staff Writers
Published Sunday December 26, 2004
WILDLIFE WINNERS


Plush/Beanie Winners:








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Winners must claim their prize by (11:59 pm) Tuesday ( ) otherwise, they forfeit their prize. Prizes can only be claimed by those who have won the prizes.

TO CLAIM YOUR PRIZE: e-mail us your name and shipping address, it's that simple! Prizes will arrive within 3-4 weeks...

Peaceful Valley Donkey Rescue
Our Featured Organization
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Tuesday November 16, 2004
The Peaceful Valley Donkey Rescue provides a safe and loving environment for all donkeys. The rescue has many adoptable donkeys as well as many permanent residents. PVDR houses domestic abused, neglected and unwanted donkeys as well as former BLM adoptees and wild burros captured by PVDR


Peaceful Valley Mission

The mission of PVDR is to provide a safe and loving environment for abused, neglected and unwanted domestic donkeys while promoting the well being of donkeys worldwide...

Travelling With Your Best Friend...
...Your Pet That Is.
By Entire Team, SORT Staff Writers
Published Monday July 5, 2004
Planning a trip this summer?

Are you thinking about traveling this summer but hesitating because you hate the idea of leaving your best friend behind? Whether it’s a trip by car, plane or train, you can take your cat or dog with you if just do a little advance planning. We’ve put together some key tips to keep in mind when you’re planning your trip, as well as a list of website links that contain additional information you should check out before making your arrangements.


Pet Travel Tips

* Make sure that your pet is in good health and that all of his/her inoculations are current...

State Agency Abuses Public Trust
When you can't tell the Good Guys from the Bad Guys
By Entire Team, SORT Staff Writers
Published Tuesday October 14, 2003
For years now, animal-welfare advocates have been complaining that the New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife (F&W) is an archaic institution, corrupt (in theory) by special interests that dictate state wildlife policy. These special interests purchase hunting licenses and permits and these monies pay for agency overhead and expenses. And when only two-percent of New Jerseyans hunt, many wonder how an agency that is so dependent on hunting license fees can ignore the temptation to sell more licenses to kill more animals-regardless of the consequences...

Special Notice: NJ/PA Residents
Presentation: Teshekpuk Lake Special Area August 14, 2006
By Sue Shaw, SORT Staff Writer
Published Monday January 1, 2001
NJ Residents & PA residents, come to special slide presentation


While Congress and the American public continue to fix their attention on the battle to open the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, the Bush administration and the oil industry have extended their gaze to the Western Arctic, specifically the Teshekpuk Lake Special Area. Mark Stilp of the Alaska Wilderness League will travel to New Jersey from Washington, DC to talk about this Alaskan wild land and the need to protect some of its most significant areas.



The slideshow presentation, part of a summer-long tour, will be held at the Morris County Library in Whippany, NJ...