Here are some of my favorite links.

Please support and endorse these site, the people who sponsor them, and the important work that they perform with our earth's animals, people and environment.

*Animal/Earth Related Campaigns

http://www.cannedlion.co.za/index.html Lions and other animals are bred in captivity simply to act as living targets for so called 'hunters,' who pay large fees to shoot a "trophy". Help stop this horrific form of entertainment sport. If sanctuaries are not established in South Africa in the very near future we will see a vast number of lions and other cats being euthenased because there is no place for them to go. It is our duty as animal welfarists to do what we can to try to save at least some of these unfortunate animals and give them an opportunity to live their lives out in dignity. For more information contact Chris or Bev chrisandbev@mweb.co.za and find out more about their Campaign Against Canned Hunting. Sign their petition to ban trophy hunting in South Africa at: http://www.thepetitionsite.com/takeaction/160781929

http://www.bigcatrescue.org/Big Cat Rescue is a 501(c)(3) non profit "educational sanctuary" which takes care of Big Cats and educates the public in hopes to eliminate the abuse and abandonment that causes them to need a sanctuary. Their overall vision is to help create a world where the animals we share it with are treated with respect and caring and where habitat is preserved to insure the indefinite future survival of these wonderful gifts of nature. In creating such a world, we hope the same principles of respect and caring will carry over to the way humans treat each other.

http://www.ecobeetle.com Ecobeetle is an environmental website focused on eco-living, endangered species and the environment. "We believe that all humans, including future generations, deserve clean air, clean water, and a clean Earth in which to prosper. Ecobeetle's mission is to provide a clearing house for the best information and opinions that improve our quality of life."

http://www.PrimateFreedom.com The Primate Freedom Project, established in 1999, is dedicated to ending the use of nonhuman primates in cruel and harmful experimentation and other forms of exploitation. The Primate Freedom Project works by educating the public; advocating for animals currently being experimented on; and supporting organizations and individuals working toward the same goal. Their site contains stories and pictures primates held in U.S. primate laboratories. They are based on documents obtained from the labs.

http://www.fguardians.org/ Forest Guardians is an environmental advocacy organization dedicated to the protection and restoration of native wildlife and wild places in the American Southwest. What most sets Forest Guardians apart from other environmental advocacy groups is that their focus is extremely effective and results oriented for environmental advocacy. Employing legislative reform, targeted litigation, broad-based collaborative efforts, and on-the-ground restoration campaigns, Forest Guardians has established a remarkable record of safeguarding southwestern forests.

http://www.tribeofheart.org Tribe of the Heart is a site which is focused on empowering people who care, assisting in creating a compassionate future, honoring tradition, nurturing this earth, and promoting the right ideas for our times. Jenny Stein & James LaVeck Founders of "Tribe of Heart" want to promote awareness of the inherent dignity and value of all beings, and allow each of us to bring deeper meaning and greater joy into our own lives. They have taken a bold step to create films like: Peaceable Kingdom, which highlights the public's concern about the health and environmental problems associated with large-scale factory farming. This film explores another angle of this unfolding story: the interconnected life journeys of farm animals, former farmers, and animal rescuers struggling against an "out of control" industrial system. Breaking generations of silence in the farm community, Peaceable Kingdom weaves together themes of respect, forgiveness, commitment, and healing, offering a vision of a more peaceful world that is well within our reach. This film is extremely moving, and I challenge you to purchase it. The movie preview on their site made me break down in tears with emotions I felt were like no others. I guarantee you, it will change the way you look at a grocery store forever.

*Animal Rescue:

http://www.peacefulprairie.org/ Peaceful Prairie Sanctuary, was founded by Michele and Chris Alley-Grubb, of deer Trail, Colorado in late 1997. After opening their home to animals in need, their 105 acres offered a unique ability to expand into larger animals such as farm animals. Peaceful Prairie Sanctuary is dedicated to caring for the life-long needs of rescued farm animals, as well as an assortment of animals who "fall between the cracks." With their dedication to promote a VEGAN lifestyle, they strive to educate the public on their victims who were destine to become food. Each animal at Peaceful Prairie has his/her own sad story of abuse, neglect and/or abandonment before they came to the sanctuary. If you would like to know more about their good work, contact them directly at: Peaceful Prairie Sanctuary 81503 E. County Road 22 Deer Trail, CO 80105, 303. 769.4997

http://www.oohmahneefarm.org/ OohMahNee is a non profit charitable organization dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitative care, protection, and placement, of abused, abandoned, neglected, or displaced farmed animals, and equally dedicated to protecting human health, the environment, and promoting a compassionate lifestyle through humane education. Although OohMahNee is based in Pennsylvania, its rescue work regularly extends the perimeters of Pennsylvania, and has received international media coverage. OohMahNee has been featured in several episodes of Animal Planet’s Wild Rescues, and numerous local and national publications.

http://www.americanhumane.org The mission of the American Humane Association, as a network of individuals and organizations, is to prevent cruelty, abuse, neglect, and exploitation of children and animals and to assure that their interests and well-being are fully, effectively, and humanely guaranteed by an aware and caring society. American Humane envisions a nation where no child or animal will ever be a victim of willful abuse or neglect. As a recognized leader in professional education, training and advocacy, research and evaluation, American Humane joins with other similarly missioned individuals and organizations to make this vision a reality. AH has been instrumental in assisting in Katrina, Rita and now Hurricane Wilma. Please support their efforts with your gifts of time, talent and money!

http://www.centralohiogreyhound.org/ Central Ohio Greyhound Rescue, a non-profit all-volunteer organization located in Columbus, Ohio objective is to promote the adoption of retired racing greyhounds. In all their work with greyhounds and adopters, they hold the welfare and well being of the greyhounds above all other considerations.

http://www.elephants.com/index.html The Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee, founded in 1995, is the nation's single natural habitat refuge developed specifically for endangered African and Asian elephants. It operates on 2,700 acres in Hohenwald, Tennessee — 85 miles southwest of Nashville. It exists for two reasons: 1) To provide a haven for old, sick or needy elephants in a setting of green pastures, old-growth forests, spring-fed ponds and a heated barn for cold winter nights, and 2) To provide education about the crisis facing these social, sensitive, passionately intense, playful, complex, exceedingly intelligent and endangered creatures

http://www.farmsanctuary.org The Farm Sanctuary is an American non-profit organization dedicated to ending the exploitation of animals used for food production. Since the Farm Sanctuary began in 1986, they have devoted their resources to exposing, and stopping, the cruel practices of the "food animal" industry. Their shelters in the USA include a unique New York and California farm shelters rescue, rehabilitate, and best of all, provide life-long care for hundreds of animals rescued from factory farms, stockyards, and slaughterhouses.

http://www.petorphans.com/index1.html Pet Orphans, is a pet adoption referral website for homeless animals in the Atlanta area. The Pet Orphans website is a service provided by SPOT-Stopping Pet Overpopulation Together, Inc. in order to help independent rescue groups find great homes for their purebred and mixed breed orphaned family dogs and cats.

http://www.nopuppymills.com/ Great site which outlines all the issues and problems with purchasing a puppy from a pet store, information about breeders and brokers, regulators, The Federal Freedom Of Information Act, etc).

http://www.goodmews.org (Good Mews Atlanta Cage Free Feline Shelter)

*Artists, Authors and Others

Featured NEW: Ginger the Happy Cat by Mary Brigid- Salzman. Read about Ginger and how she finds a home. http://www.tatepublishing.com/bookstore/book.php?w=978-1-60696-289-3 or www.Gingerthehappycat.com The story follows Ginger and her shelter friends as they eagerly await real families and real homes. While the shelter is nice, Ginger wants a real family and a real home. This is the only way for her to become Ginger the Happy Cat. Mary will donate 100% of the proceeds from this book to Animal Friends, a Pittsburgh-based organization dedicated to “ensure the well being of companion animals, while ending overpopulation, abuse and unwarranted euthanasia,” according to their website, www.thinkingoutsidethecage.org. Ginger the Happy Cat is available at any bookstore nationwide or can be ordered through the publisher at www.tatepublishing.com/bookstore or by visiting Gingerthehappycat.com and barnesandnoble.com and amazon.com. This is also an eLIVE title, meaning each copy contains a code redeemable for a free audio version from TatePublishing.com

Nick Whitmire and Brian Whitmire: Animators, artists, illustrators, and animal lovers. What a talented two! I met Nick and Brian when they were in their early teens. Their talents were in blossom early as they both; (exposed to the arts from their amazing mother Fran Welch), were allowed and encouraged to explore their personal journey's on paper, rocks, canvas, clay, you name it. They have now hit it BIG in Los Angeles where they work at Blur Studios. They have worked on pieces such as BioShock 2, Warhammer (The Age of Reckoning), and so many others. Check out their amazing work. I am also so drawn to their soulful nature (despite their some times dark illustrations), as they have both always relished and been so caring and kind to the four legged furry ones on this planet. As animal lovers, they find time to work and raise funds for the local animal shelters. They are truly talented and amazing (and handsome) young men. I am so grateful to know them. If only I were 20 years younger!

Ok knitters....you have got to check this out. ONe of my favorite sites of all Knit Witch! This is a site for both the novice and advanced yarn enthusiast. They offer instructional videos and handmade fiber products and are earth friendly. Knit Witch is run by my neighbors in Blue Ridge The Newberrys and all of their products are handmade. And Wayne (aka MR. Man) is a potter and makes these cool yarn bowls...perfect gift for any knitter.

ARE YOU GREENOLICIOUS? Here's a fun way to save rain forest: Post the above ink on your blog or homepage to let people know about Care2 holiday ecards. Every card sent will generate a free donation to save 1 square foot of rainforest! Send them a link to your page, and they will make an extra donation in your honor to save 100 square feet more!!

Award-winning, classically-trained, Arvel Bird, having mastered the violin / fiddle, mandolin, guitar, and Native flute, is Idaho born, of Shivwit Paiute heritage; (very small tribe in Southern Utah). Arvel began his personal journey to blend his musical inclinations; (studying under the world renowned master violinist Paul Roland at the University of Illinois), with his cultural heritage in 2000 when he produced a client's Native American album in his studio. The effect this discovery has made on his life has been significant. Arvel admits that his music has become much more focused and meaningful as a result of the positive influence of the Native American culture. His music is soulful, moving and intriguing. To order his CD, contact him directly at his web site or via singingwolfrecords.com

Kelly L. Stone, Author and animal advocate, has been published in many well known printings of "Chicken Soup for the Soul" , and in particular, a story called "Conversion," featuring her beloved cat, Bonaparte in special edition entitled: Celebrates Cats and the people who love them on"

View a listing of artists from around the world....or search by location, art form, exhibition or award history. It will list those as well who accept commissions. Art With A Conscience is listing on this site

Animal Products:

Beagle Brothers Delights was created out of love for two beagles (Chaucer & Coco), and as a result, became dedicated to make the most nutritious treats for all canines. They are 100% natural low fat, created by dogs for dogs! And best yet, a portion of every sale goes to helping rescue dogs find their forever home.

Evolution Pet Foods is totally dedicated to providing the Very Finest, Most Complete and Natural Quality Pet Foods in the World. They are a State-Of-The-Art, Cruelty Free Pet Foods that do not compromise the health of companion animals, or the ethics of our clients. Unlike all other Pet Food Companies, Evolution Diet guarantees that we will never use any Animal By Product ingredients whatsoever. All the ingredients we use are vegetarian and safe for human consumption, even though the food is designed for non-human animals. This same principal applies to the vitamin-herbal preservatives that we use in all Evolution Diet Pet Food Products. Ingredients: Whole Grain Wheat Flour, or Whole Oat Groats, Corn Gluten Meal, Soybean Meal, Soybean Oil, Carrots, Dried Tomato Pomace, Dried Potato Product, Dried Molasses, Deflourinated Phosphate, Potassium Chloride, Calcium Carbonate, Salt, Nutritional Yeast, Arginine, DL-Methionine, Kelp Meal, Taurine, Garlic, Enzyme Bromelain from Pineapple Stem & Fruit, Enzyme Papain from Papaya, Dried Lactobacillus Acidophilus, Fermentation Product, Dried Bifidobacterium Bifidum fermentation product, Lysine, Choline Chloride, Zinc Oxide, Ferrous Sulfate, Vitamin A Acetate, Vitamin D2 Supplement, Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin, Ascorbic Acid, Calcium Pantothenate, Manganous Oxide, Vitamin B-12 Supplement, Thiamin Mononitrate, , Menadione Sodium Bisulfite complex, Folic acid, Riboflavin Supplement (Vitamin B-2), Inositol, Biotin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite, Zinc Methionine Complex, Copper Lysine Complex, Manganese, Methionine Complex Arachidonic Acid, Rosemary Extract, Cobalt Glucoheptonate.

http://www.bestforpet.com/ (All Natural palatable Flint River Ranch Dog & Cat Food). Visit us for a FREE pet food analysis: what's actually in your cat or dog food brand may shock you! (All prices include convenient UPS to your door).

Compassionate Living:

http://www.compassionatekids.com/ Compassion is defined as “deep awareness of the suffering of another coupled with the wish to relieve it.” But it’s more than just that. Compassion is an attitude, a philosophy, a way of life. If a child learns compassion, all other scholarly pursuits are merely details in the scheme of life. Compassionate Kids will learn about recycling, saving energy, and choosing earth-friendly products. As a support to parents, teachers, and home educators, we will list on this website environmentally supportive curriculums, activities, recommended books, videos, magazines, articles, organizations, websites, and other earth-friendly resources.As a support to parents, teachers, and home educators, we will list on this website racially-diverse curriculums, activities, books, videos, magazines, articles, organizations, websites, and other people-friendly resources. And finally, Compassionate Kids learn about respect for ALL living creatures; that all living beings exist for their own reasons, not for our benefit as a superior species. They learn the proper care of animals, including steps to help endangered animals, as well as animals in entertainment, laboratories, and factory farms.

*Environmental & Conservation:

Featured NEW UPDATE! http://www.ekamo.org "Ekamo Recycling and Enviroment" waste collection UK. Recycling involves processing used materials into new products in order to prevent waste of potentially useful materials, reduce the consumption of fresh raw materials, reduce energy usage, reduce air pollution (from incineration) and water pollution (from landfilling) by reducing the need for "conventional" waste disposal, and lower greenhouse gas emissions as compared to virgin production. Recycling is a key component of modern waste management and is the third component of the "Reduce, Reuse, Recycle" waste hierarchy. Learn more by referencing the Ekamo Recycling site.

www.suwa.org The Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance focus is to build strong and lasting public support for wilderness preservation by focusing on grassroots activists and public outreach campaigns. SUWA strives to build personal relationships and empowering citizens who love Utah’s wild lands and strengthen their allegiance of fiercely loyal defenders of Utah wilderness to defend anti-wilderness proposal for some of the most spectacular remaining wild country in the nation--America’s redrock wilderness.

*Equine/Farm Animals:

Featured NEW UPDATE! VIDEO http://www.haciendadelosmilagros.org/index.html (Burro Sanctuary for located in Chino Valley Arizona) Dedicated to the rescue of all animals, providing sanctuary for them to live out their natural lives. The path to true humility begins when we understand that animals have something we need to learn. Visit their new wonderful Video: http://www.youtube.com/4HDLM

http://www.savesthehorses.org Horse Rescue, Relief and Retirement Fund, Inc. (HRRRF) is Cherokee County Georgia horse rescue organization, who rescues and assists in the retirement for horses which have been abused, neglected or forgotten, but also uses rescue horses to help disabled children and adults improve their lives through a therapeutic riding program.

*Holistic, Herbal, Health Alternative

NEW UPDATE: http://www.caretolisten.ca/ Sue Manley is an animal communicator and medical intuitive for animals bringing animals and people together in understanding. She believes animals have a lot to teach us about who they are, and in the process, about ourselves. We are on this planet together for a purpose, and if we as humans can open our hearts to the awareness of soul in animals, our own growth will be accelerated, as will theirs.

http://susunweed.com : Herbal Medicine and Spirit Healing the Wise Woman Way: Susun Weed, herbalist and author of women’s health books, invites you to rediscover the Wise Woman Tradition, herbal medicine, and how to make home remedies. This website offers abundant information on natural health alternatives for women, including information on pregnancy, fertility issues, breast health, cancer prevention, and menopause.

*Marine Rescue Sites

http://islanddolphincare.org Island Dolphin Care is a non-profit organization developed to help children and their families who are dealing with various developmental, physical, and/or emotional difficulties. They utilize the special abilities of marine mammals to overcome these issues with special programs designed to meet the needs of their clients. IDC was founded by Deena Hoagland, LCSW and her husband Peter. For more information about their programs (in Florida), please contact them at 305-451-5884.

http://www.marinemammalconsv.org Marine Mammal Conservancy - Key Largo Florida. The MMC's mission is to "Protecting Marine Mammals & Their Habitats Through
Education, Research, Rehabilitation and Release")

*Native American Sites

http://www.narf.org/ Founded in 1970, the Native American Rights Fund (NARF)is the oldest and largest nonprofit law firm dedicated to the asserting and defending the right of Indian tribes, organizations and individuals nationwide. NARF’s practice is concentrated in five key areas: the preservation of tribal existence; the protection of tribal natural resources; the promotion of Native American human rights; the accountability of governments to Native Americans; and the development of Indian law and educating the public about Indian rights, laws, and issues.

http://www.leonardpeltier.net/images/galery/prints.htm You may find the name of Leonard Peltier familiar and remember him as the man who has been in prison for over 30 years following the 1975 deaths of FBI agents during a standoff with Native American activists on the Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota. A participant in the American Indian Movement, he went to assist the Oglala Lakota people on the Pine Ridge Reservation on June 26th, and the following year, was apprehended in Canada and accused of the murder of two agents. The FBI presented the Canadian court with fraudulent affidavits, and Peltier was returned to the U.S. for trial. Leonard Peltier -- a great-grandfather, artist, writer, & indigenous rights activist -- and a citizen of the Anishinabe and Dakota/Lakota Nations, has to me become one of the most remarkable representation of unjust treatment of any person in history. His case has become a touchstone for issues of native rights and criminal justice. Although limited by the prison environment, Mr. Peltier has emerged as a master of Indigenous Art. Leonard’s artwork reflects his beliefs and commitment to Native American culture. It is The People’s struggle to survive and his desire to portray their cultural beauty that inspires Peltier to paint.

http://www.rthunder.com/ (Rolling Thunder Enterprises is the oldest and most consistent producer of cultural events in the southeast producing the largest Native American festival in Georgia)

http://www.quills.skyes-spirit.com Evening Skye is a unique site, brimming with creative earth based Native custom crafted, (and almost lost and forgotten craft), quilled and beaded crafts which keep with the tradition of the American Indian ways. Quillwork artist Maryjane Angelo "Heals the Wild" as she researches her Lakota heritage, as she journeys through her medicine work with the earths gift to create one-of-a kind, original work. The proceeds from her native work goes to support her wildlife santuary

*Nature Centers/Rehabilitation

http://awareone.org/ AWARE - Atlanta Wild Animal Rescue Effort is committed to the preservation and restoration of wildlife and its habitat through education and wildlife rehabilitation. AWARE is located at the base of beautiful Arabia Mountain in Lithonia, a short 20 minute drive from the city of Atlanta. As a federally recognized 501c3 non-profit organization, AWARE works in conjunction with the Davidson-Arabia Mountain Nature Preserve, the Department of Natural Resources, States and federal agencies for the Parks & Recreations department, and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife services to attend to Georgia's wildlife in need. Equally important is their role in educating children at their Community Center in conjunction with and Wildlife Rehabilitation Hospital where they will complement and supplement the educational outreach programs by state agencies.

http://www.chattnaturecenter.com/ (Chattahoochee Nature Center of Georgia). The Mission of the Chattahoochee Nature Center is to promote an understanding and appreciation of our natural environment. Whether you’re looking for a lesson on ecology, biology, zoology or botany, our 127-acre classroom and experienced staff have just what you need to spark the spirit of discovery!

*News and Misc. Cool Sites:

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*Spiritual/Retreat Centers

Angel Valley http://www.angelvalley.org a Spiritual Retreat Center hosts spiritual and health conscious groups and individuals. Angle Valley sits in a pristine 70-acre setting on Oak Creek. They offer the unique experience of comfortable and serene creekside guesthouses, cabins and luxury tipis. Their 1100 sq ft building is available for meeting space, yoga and workshops, and their historic Light House is frequently used for meditation and numerous other healing modalities. They also offer a 7-circuit labyrinth, and individualized vortex experiences.

*Woman's Recommendations

Featured NEW Site Angel Valley http://www.womentcb.com WTCB- Women Taking Care of Business' goal is to provide information that is useful, interesting and inspiring for women of all ages. Their target audience consists of single, married, mothers, business owners, and entrepreneurial women. They say: "We are color blind, non-discriminating, independent and beautifully spiritual women!"

http://susunweed.com : Herbal Medicine and Spirit Healing the Wise Woman Way: Susun Weed, herbalist and author of women’s health books, invites you to rediscover the Wise Woman Tradition, herbal medicine, and how to make home remedies. This website offers abundant information on natural health alternatives for women, including information on pregnancy, fertility issues, breast health, cancer prevention, and menopause.