Animals First

Protecting those with no voice...

A social networking site for adults, where animals are protected, loved, rescued and cherished.

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  • Belles
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  • Brian L Porter
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  • Rebecca Watts
  • Bullies2Love
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  • Cheryl aka Purr
  • Haleybear
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  • Lisbeth Mønsted Larsen

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'Eating Animals': A Book to Digest

Jonathan Safran Foer has burst from his comfortable cocoon in the world of fiction writing and thrown four feet into the tussle over the food we eat in America through his first work of nonfiction, "Eating Animals."

Talk Back: Veal Calf Cruelty

Reaction to The HSUS’s undercover investigation exposing callous animal cruelty at a Vermont slaughter plant was universal: absolute disgust. Today, I post some of your responses.

Halt the Trade of Endangered Species

At stake is nothing less than the continued existence of critically endangered species, as well as preventing international trade of threatened species at risk of becoming even more imperiled.

From California to Ohio: A Year After Prop 2's Passage

A year ago today, voters in California sent shockwaves through the world of agribusiness by approving Proposition 2. The vote has reverberated, just as we hoped it would.

One Lone Voice Against Animal Welfare

I’ve been encouraged, even heartened, by the swift and broad reaction to The HSUS’s recent undercover investigations of wanton animal abuse. That is, with one inexcusable exception.

Caught on Tape: Cruelty to Calves a Wake-Up Call

More details about our undercover investigation of Bushway Packing, Inc., a plant in Grand Isle, Vt. that specialized in slaughtering days-old calves discarded by the dairy industry for “bob veal.”

HSUS Investigation Uncovers Veal Calf Abuse, Closes Plant

It’s always deeply disturbing to see the mistreatment of animals, but there’s something even worse when the victims are babies and seem so utterly vulnerable and frightened.

Man Bites Shark Protections

Earlier this year, the U.S. House of Representatives approved the Shark Conservation Act, but the U.S. Senate has not yet taken action. This appears, in part, to be due to objections by fishing industry representatives in North Carolina and Virginia.

Redoubling Our Efforts in West Virginia

"It's only illegal now because of the puritan sense of a few people who don't find it an appropriate sport," said Bradford Parker, a spokesman for the West Virginia Association for Gamecock Sports in an interview with the Charleston Gazette....

Talk Back: Queen Tillie, 50 Things To Do

Many readers responded with excitement to a before and after story posted last week about a senior Chihuahua who was among more than 700 dogs rescued from a Kaufman County, Texas puppy mill in August. Here are some of your...
 

WELCOME TO ANIMALS FIRST! Where diversity, ideas and thinking out of the box have value! We are short on rules, but mainly be respectful and learn to accept that others have opposing viewpoints... and be over 18 years of age. Most of all, have fun!


We are here to promote RESPONSIBLE pet guardianship, proper care and nutrition for our animals, and to act as a voice for those who have no voice.

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Concordia cum veritate...In harmony with truth
DISCLAIMER
For the record, we are not veterinarians, nutritionists or experts. These discussions are informational only, to be used as a learning tool. If you have any problems with one of your pets, please, please seek professional help. Otherwise, let's enjoy and let's have fun!
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“Some people, no matter how old they get, never lose their beauty - they merely move it from their faces into their hearts.” ~ Martin Buxbaum

There is a fundamental tenet held among most animal welfare and animal rights advocates that we accept as incontrovertible. That precept was perhaps best articulated by Mahatma Gandhi when he said, “the greatness of a nation and its moral progress is best judged by how we treat our animals”. This principle expresses the belief that when a community is compassionate enough to care about the needs of its animals there can be a reasonable expectation that the bar is raised on how we care and treat one another.

We are delighted to invite you to visit our friend and novelist, Harry Porter's website!
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Harry Porter's rescued dog, Tilly, now has her own blog. You may read about Tilly and her adventures at: http://tillyrescuedog.blogspot.com/
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Rescue Me!

Please visit our friends, "Going to the Rescuers," at www.goingtotherescuers.com

They are a network of RESCUERS who save dogs from imminent death.

Feed your dogs only the best dog cookies! Buy from Doreen at: Doreen's Doggie Delights!



We appreciate the efforts of
www.gacompanionpetrescue.com
Companion Pet Rescue, Inc.-CPR. Please visit their webpage and see how you can help them save lives.

Meet Dooley, one of CPR's great rescues!

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Defenders of Wildlife North Shore Animal League America “For us, the animals are understood to be our equals. They are still our teachers. They are our helpers and healers. They have been our guardians and we have been theirs. We have deep obligations to them. Without the other animals, we are made less.” Chickasaw novelist and poet Linda Hogen

FROM A WAR ZONE TO A REAL HOME! OPERATION BAGHDAD PUPS
http://www.baghdadpups.com/




Sign the International Petition



Companion Animals Protection SocietyAs the only national nonprofit dedicated exclusively to protecting companion animals, CAPS' foremost concern is the abuse and suffering of pet shop and puppy mills dogs. www.caps-web.org


IN MEMORY OF RAIN
The wind of heaven is that which blows between a horse's ears. ~Arabian Proverb


Don't Cry For The Horses
By: Susan Humphrey

They were ours as a gift, but never to keep,
As they close their eyes forever to sleep.
Their spirits unbound,
On silver wings they fly.
A million white horses,
Against the blue sky.
Look up into heaven,
You'll see them above.
The horses we lost,
The horses we loved.
Manes and tails flowing,
As they gallop through time,
They were never yours- they were never mine.
Don't cry for the horses,
They'll be back some day.
When our time is gone,
They will show us the way.
Do you hear that soft nicker?
Close to your ear?
Don't cry for the horses,
Love the ones that are here.




I looked at all the caged animals in the shelter...the cast-offs of human society. I saw in their eyes love and hope, fear and dread, sadness and betrayal. And I was angry. "God," I said, "this is terrible! Why don't you do something?" God was silent for a moment and then He spoke softly. "I have done something," He replied, "I created you."
The Animal's Savior, Jim Willis 1999

"Love knows not its own depth until the hour of separation." - Kahlil Gibran

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Membership Application

All membership is by approval only. This is to keep out the spammers, and the scammers, and in general, the known troublemakers.
This site is for intelligent exchange, accurate, informative information sharing, and most importantly, friendship. Should your membership be approved, we welcome you and hope you enjoy.

Created by Renee Feb 28, 2009 at 11:28pm. Last updated by Renee Apr 13.

Site Rules Made Simple

SITE RULES MADE SIMPLE

1.  Respect for one another - that's really it.  It kind of covers everything, ya know?

  • We are all adults with intelligent minds, independant thoughts and a passion for animals first and foremost. 
  • Be aware that some people are more sensitive to words, actions and deeds than others.  Treat one a
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Created by Belles Mar 3, 2009 at 8:59am. Last updated by Belles Mar 3.

Pet Food Recalls

RSS FEEDS are available in Pet Nutrition, and our dog and cat groups with the latest news in pet food recalls.

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Created by Renee Mar 1, 2009 at 2:51am. Last updated by Renee Mar 2.

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Brian L Porter

'Tilly's Tale' now at Amazon.com

I'm really happy to report that 'Tilly's Tale', written under my Harry Porter pseudonym has today appeared on sale at Amazon.comContinue

Posted by Brian L Porter on November 8, 2009 at 12:50pm — 1 Comment

Brian L Porter

My Book, 'Tilly's Tale' is Released Today

I'm over the moon today, because my book 'Tilly's Tale' written under my Harry Porter name was released this morning by 4RV Publishing. 'Tilly's Tale' is the first book in my 'Harry Porter's Dog tales' series and sets out to tell Tilly's life story in her own words, beginning with the appalling story of her early life and endin… Continue

Posted by Brian L Porter on November 5, 2009 at 4:41am — 1 Comment

Brian L Porter

Tilly has proved herself to be a real STAR!

My little crossbreed terrier Tilly, whose book Tilly's Tale will soon be released by 4RV Publishing under my 'Harry Porter' pseudonym, proved herself to be a real star last night. we were on the field near our home walking our dogs, when one of them was attacked by a vicious schnauzer who pinned him to the ground. In a flash, Tilly ran thirty yards and pounced on the attacker and pulled it away from Jarvis, who is 14 years old, almost blind and very deaf, and staying with us as a guest while his… Continue

Posted by Brian L Porter on July 27, 2009 at 3:00pm — 1 Comment

Meredith McGraw

Rescue Group

I wanted you to know that I'm involved with a rescue group-Companion Pet Rescue, Inc.-CPR, We're saving lives. We're a very small group, 6 active members, but we're a mighty group. Right now, we have about 50 pups in our foster homes, and we're adopting out 6-8 every week. Everyone in our group is dedicated to providing excellent care & training to their fosters; and they have a voice in approving the new forever families. We've been in existence for under 2 years, so we feel like we've made… Continue

Posted by Meredith McGraw on April 25, 2009 at 5:42am — 1 Comment

Bullies2Love

Pit Bull Rescue Resources

This is just a few rescue listing that I know of. If you are a rescue or know of a good one please let me know so I can add it to the list so it is easier for people to find.

Few Steps From Home Animal Inc - Bay City Michigan

Pit Bull Rescue Site by state

Pit Bull Rescue Center

Paw Printz Pitbull RescueContinue

Posted by Bullies2Love on March 2, 2009 at 9:34pm

Nikki

Canine Cancer

In Loving Memory of My Sweet Boy Harley







The 10 early warning signs

Abnormal swellings that persist or continue to grow
Sores that do not heal
Weight loss
Loss of appetite
Bleeding or discharge from any body opening
Offensive odor
Difficulty eating or swallowing
Hesitati… Continue

Posted by Nikki on March 29, 2009 at 4:57pm

 
 

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It's not the patient puking that would bother me, it would be the gore if there had been a serious accident. Stuff like that freaks me, I'm so not an ambulance person. LOL Honestly, I don't know how they handle some of those scenes, I would have ...
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