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Archives for May 2009

  • May
  • 26

‘On Ancient Wings’—The Sandhill Crane Migration

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'On Ancient Wings'—The Sandhill Crane Migration by Guest BloggerPhoto by Alan Cass

Three years ago, I drove from Denver, Colorado, to Lincoln, Nebraska, to present a shareholder resolution at Pfizer’s annual meeting. I had no inkling that just off Interstate 80, on which I was traveling, a wonder of the animal world was taking place.

I returned this year in March to view …

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  • May
  • 25

‘Veggie Testimonial’: Reflections From a Vegan Nurse

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'Veggie Testimonial': Reflections From a Vegan Nurse by Guest BloggerJust a reminder: Please do not treat the below as a replacement for medical or any other professional adviceif necessary, please do consult with a qualified specialist who can advise you on your individual needs.

I always found it ironic that people with a chronic illness would prefer to take a pill to mask the symptoms …

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  • May
  • 23

The Vegan Grandmother: ‘Let’s Get Our Voice out There—PETA’s Sexy Vegetarian Contest’

Posted by Michelle Rivera at 5:22 AM | Permalink | Comments (7)


The Vegan Grandmother: 'Let's Get Our Voice out There—PETA's Sexy Vegetarian Contest by Michelle RiveraEvery year, PETA hosts the Sexiest Vegetarian contest, and as expected, every year, some hotshot little 20—or 30-something wins.

So listen up, fellow baby boomers: I propose a revolt! And I know that PETA members, especially those who have been around as long as PETA Primers, know how to …

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  • May
  • 22

Prime Tips: How to Pick Your Vet

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Prime Tips: How to Pick Your Vet by Scott VanValkenburg psd / CC

I hate having to pick a new doctor, particularly if it is because my health-care plan changed, but picking a new veterinarian is even more troubling. I want somebody who cares about animals and is highly skilled. What would you tell somebody …

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  • May
  • 21

The Vegan Grandmother Says, ‘Learn From My Mistake—Do Not Declaw Your Cat’

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The Vegan Grandmother Says, 'Learn From My Mistake—Do Not Declaw Your Cat' by Michelle Rivera

Wanna start a fight? Mention the word “declawing” in a room full of cat lovers and step back. Step way back.

In order to discuss declawing, we need to understand what it is and, therefore, what it is not. Declawing, as the name may imply, …

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