Arianna Pittman

Different forms of animal racing have occurred around the world for centuries. Like so many other exploitative industries, the world of animal racing can be lucrative — especially the world of horse racing, wh […]

When we hear about pet homelessness, we often think about the millions of dogs and cats sitting in shelters. Approximately 3.4 million cats and 3.9 million dogs enter shelters every year, and of that number, a […]

Depending on where you live, winter can mean mild temperatures that require a light coat and hat, or sub-zero mornings where you sport a full-length parka on top of two layers of clothing as you trudge through a […]

In a report, the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) talked about the need for a wake-up call before it’s too late. Global populations of various species of animals have already declined by 58 percent, with the decline b […]

Who doesn’t love a cute, furry animal? Most of us can recall having at least one small pet as a child, whether it was a hamster, Guinea pig, mouse or rat. We were entertained by watching them run on a little wh […]

An estimated 7.6 million animals enter America’s shelters every year. Countless others are taken in by organizations who don’t have brick-and-mortar facilities, and therefore, rely on keeping animals in foster hom […]

A walk through the children’s section of any bookstore or library shows there’s no shortage of books about animals. They’re often seen as a favorite, with photos of cute baby animals awakening the curiosities of […]

Dogs are our faithful companions, whether they’re keeping you motivated on that morning run or providing cuddles while you sit on the couch watching TV. Over 54 million U.S. households have at least one dog, and m […]

The expansion of human populations has resulted in the destruction of natural habitats, leaving wild animals with fewer places to live.  According to the World Wildlife Fund, habitat loss is the largest threat to […]

Decades of advocacy efforts have helped generate awareness about the connection between pet stores and puppy mills, but many are still unaware of the cruelty that lies behind a newer trend: online puppy sales. T […]

Dogs have an incredible way of changing our lives for the better. These intelligent and intuitive animals have a way of working themselves into our hearts with their unconditional love — and their ability to make […]

Our planet is home to an estimated 5 to 15 million species, including plants, animals, and micro-organisms — only a fraction of which have been identified. Unfortunately, the actions of humans have placed a number […]

Cheetahs, with their striking markings and lightning fast speed of up to 75 miles per hour, are one of the most impressive species on the planet. They’re also one of the many wild animals who have become victims o […]

We often don’t realize it, but a lot of the items we use each day can have devastating effects on wildlife. People are busy, making them rely more and more on convenience products as they move through their da […]

Five years ago, Mindi Callison, founder of Bailing Out Benji, learned that the owner of Dyvig’s Pet Shoppe in Ames, Iowa was getting the puppies he sells in his store from two large puppy mills. Reputable b […]

Puppy mills. We’ve heard about the deplorable conditions and have seen the heart-wrenching photos of terrified dogs being rescued from these awful places. We’ve also been told about the connection between pup […]

Increased environmental awareness has changed not only the way we live but the way we build and operate our communities. Everything from houses tucked into quiet suburbs to skyscrapers in bustling cities are […]

Each November, monarch butterflies embark on an incredible cross-country migration that begins in the United States and Canada. Generations of these butterflies travel thousands of miles until they reach Mex […]

According to the ASPCA’s pet statistics, approximately 7.6 million animals enter America’s estimated 13,600 shelters every year. While a large portion of animals entering shelters are strays, we know a sign […]

Close to three million dogs and cats die every year in U.S. shelters, and millions of stray and unwanted animals are living on the streets. It’s a true epidemic in many parts of the world. Most homeless dogs and c […]