A n i m
a l W r i t e s © sm
The
official ANIMAL RIGHTS ONLINE newsletter
Publisher ~ EnglandGal@aol.com
Issue #
12/23/01
Editor ~ JJswans@aol.com
Journalists ~ Park StRanger@aol.com
~
MichelleRivera1@aol.com
~ sbest1@elp.rr.com
THE EIGHT ARTICLES IN THIS ISSUE ARE:
1 ~ Isn't Man Amazing?
2 ~ From the Bad Idea Department by Michelle Rivera
3 ~ Top 10 Survival Tips for an English Vegetarian Christmas
4 ~ How to Play Santa Claws for your Cat
5 ~ A Holiday Request from EnglandGal
6 ~ Protest Rodeo on "48 Hours"
7 ~ Christmas by Guila Manchester
8 ~ Memorable Quote
*´`³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´³¤³´`*:»³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`´`*:»«:*³¤³´`³¤³´`³¤³´`*:»³¤³´`
~1~
Isn't Man Amazing?
By C. David Coats
from the preface of his book: Old MacDonald's Factory Farm
Isn't man an amazing animal? He kills
wildlife - birds, kangaroos, deer, all kinds of cats, coyotes, beavers,
groundhogs, mice, foxes, and dingoes - by the millions in order to protect his
domestic animals and their feed.
Then he kills domestic animals by the billions and eats them.
This in turn kills man by the millions, because eating all those animals leads
to degenerative and fatal health conditions like heart disease, kidney disease,
and cancer.
So then man tortures and kills millions more animals to look for cures for
these diseases.
Elsewhere, millions of other human beings are being killed by hunger and
malnutrition because food they could eat is being used to fatten domestic
animals.
Meanwhile, some people are dying of sad laughter at the absurdity of man, who
kills so easily and so violently, and once a year sends out a card praying for
'Peace on Earth'
*´`³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`´`*:»«:*³¤³´`³¤³´`
~2~
From the Bad Idea Department
by Michelle Rivera - MichelleRivera1@aol.com
In what looks like a Norman Rockwell painting. a
cute puppy or kitten sits obediently under a Christmas tree, bright red bow
around his neck waiting to be discovered by loving children.
The real deal is nothing like that fantasy because companion animals make for
disastrous Christmas gifts. Countless animal shelters are swamped with animals,
especially the more expensive, purebred pet store dogs, after the holidays. The
honeymoon period may last a few weeks, but then the stark reality of dog or cat
guardianship sets in.
So if some of your friends are considering surprising a loved one with a live
animal for the holidays, here is some information you can pass on:
Present them with a shelter gift certificate and then offer to accompany them
to the shelter to help them choose the perfect family member. After the
holidays the shelters are full of purebred dogs and cats people got as gifts
and now don't want. To make a dramatic presentation, wrap a stuffed animal and
a box filled with pet supplies -- leashes, toys, dishes, food, litter -- along
with the gift certificate. Don't forget books and videos or Dad's on basic care
and feeding of the new companion animal. Anything by Larry Lachman or Brian
Kilcommons, or the HSUS Companion Animal Care Book are all good choices.
Even long-time dog or cat guardians enjoy those well-written manuals. (Brian
has a book out entitled Mutts, America's Dog, for those friends with
"natural dogs" or who will be visiting the shelter for a mixed breed.
According to Karen Buchan, a project manager for Palm Beach County Animal Care
and Control, .....Ask your friends to ask themselves these questions: Who will
take care of the animal after the holidays? A new puppy requires several hours
of attention and training [each day] to become a responsible family member. Can
the family afford caring for a new dog or cat? The American Animal Hospital
Association recommends talking to your veterinarian about the breed you like.
Some breeds require special care and grooming which can be expensive. Are the
children in the home old enough to handle a new animal? Will the animal become
too big for the home once he's fully grown? Is the yard fenced? Will the
landlord allow a dog or cat? Is there an expensive "pet deposit" to
consider? What part is refundable? Does the family have other animal companions
that should be considered? Will the animal fit into their lifestyle? Are they
on the go so much the dog or cat wouldn't get much attention? Does everyone
realize that adopting an animal is a long commitment -- 10-15 years long?
And for the safety of ALL family members during the holidays Palm Beach County
Animal Care and Control offers these safety tips: Cats and dogs love to chew on
electric cords and tinsel. Cover the cords with duct tape. Put tinsel and glass
ornaments higher on the tree, out of reach. Secure the tree so animals can't
knock it over. Many holiday plants are poisonous to pets, especially
poinsettias, holly and mistletoe with berries attached. As animals age they may
become more sensitive to noise. By placing the animal in another part of the
house -- a safe room -- during the excitement, it will make both you and him
happier. Make sure your animal is wearing his collar and county rabies license
tag. Dogs and cats may slip out of the door unnoticed during all the hustle and
bustle. A county tag is a lost animal's ticket home. Give your dogs and cats
gifts but make sure they are safe and nontoxic ones.
Enjoy the
holidays!
*´`³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»³¤³´`*:»§*´`´`*:»«:*³¤³´`³¤³´`
~3~
Top 10 Survival Tips for an
English Vegetarian Christmas
http://www.vegsoc.org/news/1997/topten.html
Don’t panic a vegetarian Christmas needn’t be a headache.
Our top tips will help your Christmas go off with a bang.
Go nuts! Christmas is a great time to get your nuts out. Look out for
vegetarian recipes such as Chestnut Bourguigonne Pie, Pine Nut Risotto and
Walnut Salads, all great over the festive period, as is of course the
vegetarian classic - the nut roast. Nuts are highly nutritious and can provide
you with calcium, zinc and essential fatty acids.
Do unusual things to vegetables, they don’t mind. Experiment with some
seasonal winter veg. Parsnip, turnip, swede, sprouts, leeks, cabbage - slice
them, roast ‘em, boil ‘em, fry ‘em, steam ‘em, bake ‘em. Show them who is boss.
Plonk! Christmas is the time to stock your cupboards
full of the juices of the vine. Whatever your poison red, white, or a drop of
bubbly, the festive period is the perfect occasion to indulge. Vegetarian wine
is free from finings such as gelatine and isinglass (the swim bladder of
tropical fish), frequently used to clarify wine. Look out for the Vegetarian
Society’s ‘V’ symbol, guaranteeing a product is 100% vegetarian or ask in your
supermarket or off-licence if they have a list of vegetarian wines.
Plink plonk! You don’t need a bacon butty to sort your
hangover out, the best veggie hangover cure is a banana milkshake, made from
soya milk, honey and ground almonds and of course bananas. Throw it in and
whisk away.
Lardless. You can still eat mince pies at Christmas, just make sure you
get the vegetable suet variety. Traditional suet uses animal fat, thankfully
more and more companies are switching to veggie suet. Check the labels before
buying.
Looking for the perfect vegetarian Christmas present? What about a
vegetarian haggis (MacSweens, Edinburgh) or for your dog some Wafcol vegetarian
dog food, feeling porky, try a porkless pie (health food stores), a vegetarian
hamper, or membership to the Vegetarian Society.
Misunderstandings. It’s a sad fact that lots of people still don’t
understand that a vegetarian diet not only provides you with all the essential
nutrients you get from eating meat but is also much healthier. You could try
explaining to your concerned relatives that vegetarianism is not an eating
disorder, failing that the best thing you can do to prove yourself is to glow
with good health - and that means lots of scrummy vegetarian food!
Clichés. Wherever you go there will always be some joker who thinks
veggies are sandal wearing hippies who live on bits of old cabbage. If one of
these bizarre individuals corners you over the yule log and starts to make
turkey noises or asking pointless questions about whether carrots feel pain -
just laugh at them, they are a lost cause!
Don’t let friends or family roast your vegetables next to the Christmas
bird. Cooking vegetarian dishes separately from the meat is essential. The
same goes for vegetarian stuffing, cook separately and don’t allow it to go
anywhere near the anatomy of a turkey.
Don’t cry over spilt gravy, vegetarian gravy is great. If you are living
in a mixed meat and veggie household, offer to make up the gravy they won’t be
disappointed. Vegetarian gravy granules are readily available or pick up a
decent vegetarian recipe book.
Leave Santa a veggie mince pie on Christmas Eve, you never know he may be a
vegetarian!
*´`³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`´`*:»«:*³¤³´`³¤³´`
~4~
How To Play Santa Claws For
Your Cat
http://RockyMountainNews.com/drmn/pets/article/0,1299,DRMN_64_898208,00.html
Pondering what to give the cat this year for the holidays?
Anything that improves the quality of cat life is a good gift. Here are some
suggestions:
* Consider taking her to your veterinarian for that annual health
exam you've been putting off. She may not think it is much fun, but the reward
for her and you is a longer and healthier life.
* Most cats seem to like the stimulation provided by outside views.
You can build your cat an outside cage where she can be outside on nice days
but secure from getting lost or injured in the neighborhood. An alternative is
to build or buy an elevated perch where your cat can sit or lie and look out a
window or watch the activities of the household. Cats seem to like to rest on
elevated places.
* Placing a bird feeder outside a window can be attractive to your
cat. There are also videos of birds and small animals made especially to
entertain cats.
* Puzzle toys are often attractive to cats. Boxes or tracks with
balls that can be moved around are fun for lots of cats. Puzzle balls with food
treats inside can also be fun. Feathers on strings or even string on the end of
sticks can be very entertaining for cats.
* Toys or scratching posts with catnip are fun for most cats. You
can grow catnip for your cat or even grow "kitty greens" for your cat
to eat. Think about adding an additional scratching post for your cat to give
her another place to scratch.
* Toys for cats don't have to be expensive. Many cats enjoy
playing in empty boxes or paper bags.
Whatever you buy or make for your cat, think about her safety. No sharp edges,
nothing that can be swallowed (unless it is food) and nothing that can fall
over. Be especially careful of strings, Christmas tree tinsel and ribbons that
cats may try to swallow. They can cause serious problems.
Probably the best gift that we can give our cats is the gift of ourselves.
Spending quality time with our cats, playing with them, petting them or just
sitting with them will be rewarding for them and for us. Especially during the
busy holiday season, spending a little extra time with our cats can enrich all
our lives.
Suzanne Hetts, Ph.D., and Daniel Estep, Ph.D., are certified animal
behaviorists in Littleton. Send comments or questions to Animal Behavior
Associates Inc., 4994 S. Independence Way, Littleton, 80123-1906.
*´`³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`´`*:»«:*³¤³´`³¤³´`
~5~
A Holiday Request From
EnglandGal
As you know, I am on the advisory board of the
Animal Rights Network, Inc., which is a wonderful not-for-profit organization
devoted to informing and educating people about the way animals are
treated. ARN is best known as the publisher of The Animals' Agenda, an
animal rights magazine that is not only well-written, accurate, interesting and
informative - it strives to maintain high standards of journalistic integrity
while doing so.
To show The Animals' Agenda magazine appreciation for its devotion to the
animal rights movement and astounding education of animal suffering, I have
decided on my own to do a fund raiser for the organization. I am hoping
to raise money for ARN through subscriptions (both new and renewals) as well as
through the generosity of donations.
If there is only one thing I
could ask of you at this time it is to
PLEASE be part of this project and assist me in making
this a successful fundraiser for The Animals' Agenda.
During
the Holiday Season, many animal lovers are looking for a way to express their
love of animals in the form of some sort of gift for those around them.
Also, friends and family may be searching for "just the right
present" for the animal lover on their list. Please take a moment to
consider your gift list. Give a subscription to your local library or
school - think how many people would be reached there! Or, if you would
like to thank the staff at ARO for all their efforts over the years, you can do
so by supporting this magazine.
By giving a subscription to The Animals' Agenda to someone you care about, you
would be helping animals in a huge way. Every other month, the recipient of
your gift would find in their mailbox a magazine packed with informative and
thought-provoking articles. The fact is that the biggest way to make a
difference in the animal rights movement is through education. Everything
else follows that, but if we don't educate we won't continue to move
forward. This magazine educates!
The staff at Animal Rights Online is grateful for your care and interest in the
well-being of animals everywhere and welcome the opportunity to serve you. On
behalf of animals we would like to thank you for all your efforts in making
this world a better place for them. HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM ALL OF US AT ARO!
Below you will find a subscription form, which you can print out, complete, and
send.
Please make checks payable to:
THE ANIMALS' AGENDA MAGAZINE
(Sorry, for safety's sake please do NOT send cash; personal checks, money
orders, and cashiers checks are fine.)
MAIL SUBSCRIPTION FORM AND PAYMENT TO:
Animal Rights Online
P O Box 7053
Tampa, Fl 33673-7053
Extended Deadline is January 7, 2002.
SUBSCRIPTION FORM:
- - - - - - - -
- - - - - - - - - -
- - - - - -& - - - -
- - - - - -& -
THE ANIMALS' AGENDA
Subscription Form
One Year (6
issues) - $24 Two Years (12 issues) -
$42
Canada &
Mexico - $30 Canada & Mexico
- $54
Other foreign
countries - $37 Other foreign countries - $68
___Payment enclosed
___ Bill me (U.S. only)
Please make checks payable to:
THE ANIMALS'
AGENDA MAGAZINE
(Sorry, for
safety's sake please do NOT send cash;
personal checks,
money orders, and cashiers checks are fine.)
Charge my:
___Visa ___MasterCard
Card# ____________________________________________
Exp. Date
__________________________________________
Signature
__________________________________________
Name
_____________________________________________
Address ___________________________________________
City
_______________________________________________
State _________________________
ZIP ________________
____ New subscriber
____Renewal
____ Gift for:
Name: _____________________________________________
Address:
___________________________________________
City:
_______________________________________________
State:
__________________________ ZIP _______________
After completing this form, please mail by 1/07/02 to:
Animal Rights Online
P O Box 7053
Tampa, Fl 33673-7053
*´`³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`´`*:»«:*³¤³´`³¤³´`
~6~
Protest Rodeo on "48
Hours"
From page@stellarnet.com
A
year ago, "48 Hours" was going to run a pro-rodeo story. We
thought that the protests had caused CBS to cancel the show. However, the
rodeo story will be aired on "48 Hours" on Friday, December
28th. Featured will be a champion calf roper. Calf roping causes
most of the animal deaths in rodeo. Some stock contractors say that they
lose 50% of the calves from stress and disease before they even get to the
rodeo.
Currently, the International Olympic Committee is looking into the issue of the
rodeo being held with the Olympic Games in Salt Lake City in February.
Please write to CBS and tell them to stop the "48 Hours" story on
rodeo.
Charles Stevenson, Producer
Katie Boyle, Producer
48hours@cbsnews.com
524 W. 57th Street
New York, NY 10019
212-975-4848
*´`³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`´`*:»«:*³¤³´`³¤³´`
~7~
Christmas
by Guila Manchester
The lighted window shows the room
so warm and softly glowing,
The tree so tall with twinkling lights
And all the presents showing.
While just outside a starving cat
Stands shivering in the cold,
And down the street a stray dog limps,
So tired and sick and old.
The baby monkey in the lab
Lets out a cry of fear.
The thing he thought was mother
Shot out quills when he drew near.
The car speeds by, the puppy cries
And drags her broken leg.
The beaver in the leghold trap
Lifts pain-filled eyes that beg.
How can we speak of peace on earth
And know these things are so,
And say they don't concern us
And we ought to let them go?
How can we think we have the right
To torture needlessly,
When all the time we know so well
It shouldn't have to be.
Come join with us at Christmas time
And pledge ourselves anew.
They need our help so badly,
There's so much that we can do.
Don't turn your back upon their pain
Because it's hard to see.
They have no other place to turn,
They've only you and me.
*´`³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`´`*:»«:*³¤³´`³¤³´`
~8~
Memorable Quote
To Mrs. Claus: "Why do my Christmas puppies
and kittens keep being turned into the pound, or worse, after Christmas?"
~~ Santa
«¤»¥«¤»§«¤»¥«¤»§«¤»¥«¤»§«¤»¥«¤»§«¤»¥«¤»§«¤»¥«¤»§«¤»¥«¤»
Susan Roghair - EnglandGal@aol.com
Animal Rights Online
P O Box 7053
Tampa, Fl 33673-7053
http://www.geocities.com/RainForest/1395/
-=Animal Rights Online=-
&
Advisory Board Member, Animal Rights Network Inc.,
not-for-profit publisher of The Animals' Agenda Magazine
http://www.animalsagenda.org/
The Animals' Agenda Magazine: WebEdition
«¤»¥«¤»§«¤»¥«¤»§«¤»¥«¤»§«¤»¥«¤»§«¤»¥«¤»§«¤»¥«¤»§«¤»¥«¤»
(Permission Granted To Quote/Forward/Reprint/Repost This Newsletter In
Whole Or In Part with credit given to EnglandGal@aol.com)
* Please forward
this to a friend who you think
might be interested in subscribing to our newsletter.
* ARO
gratefully accepts and considers articles for publication
from subscribers on veg*anism and animal issues.
Send submissions to JJswans@aol.com
** Fair Use Notice**
This document may contain copyrighted material whose use has not been
specifically authorized by the copyright owners. I believe that this
not-for-profit, educational use on the Web constitutes a fair use of the
coprighted material (as provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law).
If you wish to use this copyrighted material for purposes of your own that go
beyond fair use, you must obtain permission from the copyright owner.
Return to the ARO Newsletter
Archives