Gandhi once said that
”
the greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged
by the way its animals are treated.
”
Please keep these wise words in mind this year when you’re
making New Year’s resolutions. Here are three simple things
everyone can do resolve to do this year
– and every year –to help make life better for animals:
Editor,
Gandhi once said that “the greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated.” Please keep these wise words in mind this year when you’re making New Year’s resolutions. Here are three simple things everyone can do resolve to do this year – and every year –to help make life better for animals:
Help your local animal shelter; shelters are always in need of volunteers to walk dogs, play with animals, or donate blankets, kitty litter, food and other supplies. If you have room in your heart and home, adopt an animal from a shelter. But remember, animals need a lifetime commitment; make sure you will have the time and patience to exercise and play with your animal companion, as well as the financial resources to pay for food, toys, and veterinary care.
Choose cruelty free. Hundreds of companies, including Revlon, Estee Lauder, The Body Shop, Urban Decay, Kiss My Face, M.A.C. Cosmetics, Method, and Citra-Solv, now produce cosmetics and household products that aren’t tested on animals. See CaringConsumer.com for a complete list.
Go vegetarian! More than 27 billion cows, pigs, chickens, turkeys, fish, and other animals are killed every year in the U.S. for food. Call 1-888-VEG-FOOD or visit GoVeg.com for a free vegetarian starter kit.
For more information on how you can help make the new year a happy one for animals, please visit PETA.org.
Heather Moore,
People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals
