These days, you can’t turn on the TV or look at a magazine without being “greened.” We’re guided to the best green car, the most savory green restaurant, or the most efficient green energy system. Emissions are examined, and thermostats are tightened-and our belts are not far behind. We compost, compact, and conserve, lest our carbon footprint inch a size larger, all …

Each of us could easily recite the myriad reasons that our animal companions hold such a special place in our hearts. A common argument levied against animal activists suggests that we prefer animals to people. Rhetorical questions such as, “If you could only save a baby or a dog from a burning …

Up until a few years ago, the fourth floor of PETA’s headquarters in Norfolk, Va., was home to four cats-Jack, Roxanne, Eddie, and Ginger. This fabulous foursome didn’t always have the run of a 7,300 square-foot office space, complete with kitty jungle gyms, secret kitty doors, window seats with panoramic views of the Elizabeth River (along with its endlessly fascinating bird residents), …

As an animal advocate, I am always talking to people about the importance of going to an animal shelter when you want to add an animal companion to your family. And I am so very, very gratified when I hear back from people who have successfully adopted their perfect companion.

It seems that everyone I talk to knows that animal shelters are full …

Unfortunately, violence-be it child abuse or neglect, spousal abuse, elder abuse, abuse of the mentally disabled, hate crimes, school bullying, or vandalism-is becoming an ever-increasing part of every society. Cruelty to animals may not be talked about as much as other forms of violence, but it is nevertheless …