tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-102598472012-01-26T16:00:28.218-07:00Animal Rights Information and News Resource Blog - Companion Blog for www.geari.orgGEARI (the Group for the Education of Animal - Related Issues) is a non-profit educational group dedicated to assisting you in your search for information on animal rights-related issues, the environment and human health. Your reference source for animal rights information.
Visit us at our web site at http://www.geari.org. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter, or Syndicate us via RSS.GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.comBlogger15771100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-30643594853871426042012-01-25T17:14:00.003-07:002012-01-26T16:00:28.226-07:00Brutal Chinese Continue Their Horrific Fur Trade: Dogs and Cats Also Tortured and Killed. Here’s Video ProofJust another video that once again proves that the Chinese are the cruelest people on Earth. Take a look below for proof, as videos cannot lie. *IF YOU DON’T BELIEVE ME THAT CATS AND DOGS ARE TORTURED BY THE HEARTLESS CHINESE, YOU’LL SEE PROOF THAT THEY ARE TOWARD THE END OF THE VIDEO. REMEMBER, THESE COULD BE THE DOGS AND CATS YOU GREW UP WITH.And, keep this in mind: "There are no penalties GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-62606650873999670322012-01-25T17:11:00.001-07:002012-01-25T17:13:15.959-07:00Reminder: Animal Testing by Mars Candy Company: Yep, Mars Tortures Animals Every Year: See the Video ProofFor more on this, visit MarsCandyKills.com. The video proof is below and here is the accompanying text: “Got a sweet tooth? Think twice before picking up a Mars candy bar! You should know that candymaker Mars, Inc.—creator of M&M's, Snickers, Twix, Dove, Three Musketeers, Starburst, Skittles, and other candies—funds deadly animal tests, even though there are more reliable human studies and not GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-67295678585314357032012-01-25T17:08:00.001-07:002012-01-25T17:08:31.287-07:00Sick “Mother” Puts Dog Ito Brooklyn Kill Shelter to Punish Son for Homework: Can You Help Get Adopted before Killed?Yep. I say sick and I use the work mother in quotes as what type of parent would do this? Child and animal abuse. If you can help please visit http://www.lifewithdogs.tv/2012/01/cruel-and-unusual-punishment-child-skips-homework-mother-turns-his-dog-over-to-kill-shelter/ for more information.GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-83734552925859492962012-01-25T17:04:00.001-07:002012-01-25T17:04:39.913-07:00What’s Really in Fast Food Chicken Nuggets? Take a Look!What’s Really in Fast Food Chicken Nuggets? Take a Look! Wow. Here’s a summary from the full story (with photos) at http://docakilah.wordpress.com/2011/05/11/can-you-guess-what-mcdonald%E2%80%99s-food-item-this-is/ “Here’s the creation process. What they do is take parts of a chicken and put it through this machine that mechanically separate the meat from the bone. Unfortunately, that doesn’tGEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-86646266715097421332012-01-25T17:00:00.004-07:002012-01-25T17:01:04.464-07:00The Right Goes Too Far: Campaign Manager For Arkansas Democrat Ken Aden Finds Cat Slaughtered With the Word "Liberal" Painted on the CorpseWe’re certainly not surprised they’d go to this degree, but how absolutely sick is this? Now they’re using animal abuse and slaughter? You can read the full story here: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/01/23/democratic-operative-cat-liberal-slaughtered-pet_n_1224095.html?ncid=edlinkusaolp00000009 GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-70060550288168225792012-01-25T16:41:00.001-07:002012-01-25T16:56:56.119-07:00Easy and Quick Actions You Can Take for Today: At Least Sign to Help Stop Chinese Fur Farms (which includes the use of DOG fur)I have little time to past these days, so I’ve decided to put current actions in one email. PLEASE try to act on each one. AT LEAST DO THE FIRST ONE Help End the Bloody (CHINESE) Fur Trade (SEE THE VIDEO THAT WILL SHOCK YOU TO ACTION) - http://www.causes.com/campaigns/184917?cause_id=259 Help Save Idaho's Lolo Wolves - http://apps.facebook.com/takeactioncenter/ars/DOW-Lolo75 Animal Abusers GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-7421084020876113442011-12-29T15:41:00.002-07:002011-12-29T15:43:10.264-07:00Arizona Humane Society Kills Cat After Man Couldn't Afford its Medical Care: They Hire a Publicist to Lie and Cover Up TragedyI’m wayyy busy and have no help, but I had to post this one. All I can say is WTF or Why TF would a so called “humane” society actually resort to killing a cat due to the person why brought it in not having money? Playing god now? I’m overly sickened by this and I encourage all of you to speak your disgust to the Arizona Humane Society at: http://www.azhumane.org/. Of course, being the moneyGEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-30361531544100056022011-12-01T10:51:00.003-07:002011-12-01T10:54:00.045-07:00Ringling Bros. and Barnum and Bailey Circus and Owner Feld Entertainment to Pay Largest Settlement in U.S. History for Cruelty ViolationsWhy in the hell do people still go to that damn circus when the cruelty behind it is well documented?! Just look at the video below and read this quote: “In recent meetings, we presented unequivocal evidence of animal abuse, including beatings, the death of a lion, lame elephants forced to perform despite chronic pain, and a baby elephant who died during a training routine. “ We can only hope GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-74093648875497189342011-12-01T10:46:00.002-07:002011-12-01T12:34:20.766-07:00Horse Slaughter to Become Legal in the U.S. Again: Congress Restores Funding ForYou’d think horses would be off limits in this country due to their long history and, of course, to the fact that most people do not eat them here! But, unfortunately, the ass jacks in Mexico and other parts of the world, including France, do. We’ll have to see how this plays out, as this just came up. Lovely congress apparently is OK with killing and eating horses: “After a 5-year hiatus, GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-23599395211875090952011-11-29T12:40:00.001-07:002011-11-29T12:40:36.349-07:00Finally Freedom: 40 Lab Beagles Released: Interact and See Sunlight for First TimeI wanted to end today with a good story. We can only hope this will become more common in the future. To torture dogs is cruelty of the highest degree. I posted in some text below, but to read the full story and to see some video, visit: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/11/28/lab-raised-beagles-go-out_n_1116446.html?ncid=edlinkusaolp00000009 “Forty male beagles raised inside a lab in SpainGEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-65929138038270709812011-11-29T12:36:00.001-07:002011-11-29T12:36:33.009-07:00Crosspoint Animal Hospital in Fairfax County Kills Lost Family Dog (Basie the Corgi) Due to Marking it a Stray: Tell Them to Stop this PracticeBasically, the jackasses in Fairfax County kill all “strays” without trying to find out if they are simply lost. This happened to a family. Read on and then follow the link below to tell them to stop: “Basie the Corgi had only been missing for a few hours when her owners discovered that she had been turned in to the Crosspoint Animal hospital in Fairfax Station. Although she was in good health,GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-18765142702324877162011-11-29T12:29:00.002-07:002011-11-29T12:30:31.024-07:00“The world’s strongest animals are plant eaters. Gorillas, Buffaloes, Elephants and me.” Strongest Man Speaks Again!Ah yes, a perfect quote. And, provided by one of the world’s strongest men! As I said in a previous post, Patrik Baboumian is a breath of fresh air in this movement. He once again proves that meat is not necessary for good health, and actually that a vegetarian or vegan diet is highly effective and superior when gaining size and strength. I am also a weight lifter and I’ve recently gained 50GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-10817402710347025722011-11-29T12:21:00.000-07:002011-11-29T12:22:11.030-07:00Romanian Parliament Takes the Cruel Path and Votes to Euthanize Stray DogsOnce again, take the easy path and kill instead of finding creative solutions. Boycott Romania! http://news.yahoo.com/romanian-parliament-votes-euthanize-stray-dogs-133439958.htmlGEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-90294553875407286182011-11-29T12:10:00.001-07:002011-11-29T12:19:32.725-07:00Memphis Animal Shelter Employees Have Ties to Area Dog Fighting RingsHow convenient for the scummy Michael Vick wannabes. Let’s hope the Memphis Rotary Club’s Animal Shelter Evaluation Committee puts an end to this. http://www.lifewithdogs.tv/2011/11/report-links-shelter-workers-to-dog-fighting-rings/GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-35883773373171699792011-11-29T12:07:00.002-07:002011-11-29T12:09:14.885-07:00Many Great Vegetarian and Vegan Smartphone Apps: Here Are a FewWow. Very cool. Much easier now for people to shop and find restaurants than it was back in the day! And, as you’ll see below with Veg Check, easier now to check ingredients too! Wow. Here are just a few cool ones. You’ll find more when visiting the pages. HappyCow VeginOut – Still the best veg. restaurant guide. Now at your fingertips!! https://market.android.com/developer?pub=GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-50046547566067975172011-11-29T12:06:00.000-07:002011-11-29T12:07:05.158-07:00Back From my Small Break and Ready to Post: Still Accepting Applications for Volunteer Animal Rights BloggersWow. Finally back. I’d love to post 24/7, but I cannot. I work and maintain a very busy life. So, I’m still always looking for good people to be volunteers to do blog postings for this blog. Let me know if you’re interested. What do you get? You get to keep growing a very successful blog and to keep people informed on the important issues of animal rights. What could be more important GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-56397652470595049582011-10-21T11:32:00.001-06:002011-10-21T11:32:57.860-06:00Speak Out About the Unnecessary Slaughter of the “Escaped” Animals in Ohio: Demand Regulation that Prohibits Keeping Exotic AnimalsI wrote a few days back (and I’m sure you’ve read plenty) about the horrible situation that occurred when the deranged jack ass let various large and “exotic” animals free from cages in Ohio. What ensued was a ridiculous killing spree by blood-hungry cops who likely just wanted trophies. They easily could have simply tranquilized instead of killing. As you heard, the dead near 50, including GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-2095103938978910252011-10-19T10:41:00.001-06:002011-10-19T10:43:55.712-06:00Facebook Page to Help Stop the Cruel Raccoon Dog Fur Trade: "Like" it Now!Yes, Cruel China continues to torture and murder many animals every year for the fur trade. Well, as you know, in China no animal is safe, but the Raccoon Dog seems to get the worst of it. Learn more and “like” the page at: http://www.facebook.com/STOPthecruelRaccoonDogFurTrade?sk=wall *Also: For a crash course on the inherent cruelty of the Chinese culture, including video proof, see http:GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-60933273928379598742011-10-19T10:37:00.003-06:002011-10-19T10:38:16.480-06:00In Russia, There are No Federal Anti Animal Cruelty Laws to Help Circus Animals (or any animals): What You Can DoYep, “Russia does not have any federal animal cruelty laws, and that's why we need to come to the rescue of these poor circus animals. Write to the Russian government asking them to enact federal anti animal cruelty laws so performing animals don't suffer further complications due to inadequate living arrangements.” Follow this link to learn more and TRY to change this: http://apps.facebook.com/GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-71245221713204767432011-10-19T10:33:00.004-06:002011-10-19T10:50:45.700-06:00Awesome Infographic: Veganism Myths Debunked. A Must See. Take a Look!What a great infographic. Very thoughtfully put together and backed up with facts. A true must see. I was going to embed it below, but it did not size right. So, please view it at http://www.ethicalocean.com/blog/digest-veganism-debunked GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-11556383776409873642011-10-19T10:30:00.001-06:002011-10-19T10:30:50.461-06:00Famous Vegetarians and Vegans: You’re in Good Company if You Are Too!Just some quick links to good stories on famous vegetarians and vegans. Just to remind all of you who also are (but are not famous) that you’re not alone! http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/01/world-vegetarian-day-2011_n_989218.html?ncid=edlinkusaolp00000009#s380886&title=Chris_Martin http://planetgreen.discovery.com/feature/planet-100/top-5-surprising-vegan-super-heroes-video-news.htmlGEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-63108052891302970232011-10-19T10:26:00.000-06:002011-10-19T10:27:50.695-06:00Cruel Rich Guys Want a Toy: Trafficking of Baby Gorillas in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is Growing: One Recently Saved. VideoYes, it’s awesome that one infant Grauer Gorilla was recently saved. But, poaching of the majestic Gorilla is alive and well, all to make money on the black market. AKA, cruel rich guys want a toy. Makes me sick. Read the story and view video at: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/12/baby-gorillas-on-the-blac_n_1007649.html?ncid=edlinkusaolp00000009GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-23565584976467929842011-10-19T10:21:00.000-06:002011-10-19T10:22:09.845-06:00North Carolina Wildlife Agents Storm Farm in Randolph County and Kill Nine Deer, Including 7 Fallow Exotic DeerYep, believe it or not: “On September 20th, armed North Carolina Wildlife Agents stormed a farm in Randolph County. The warden carried a warrant to kill nine deer, including 7 fallow exotic deer that were owned by Mr. Kinley and 2 white tail deer that were still in rehabilitation from injury or abandonment. All 9 deer were slaughtered.” Stop North Carolina Wildlife Commission from Killing Tame GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-9805389829100820312011-10-19T10:18:00.003-06:002011-10-19T10:19:20.985-06:00Manny Pacquiao May be a Great Fighter, but He’s Also an Animal Abuser: Admits that he Loves Cock FightingYes, Manny Pacquiao is a hero to a lot of people. He is a great fighter. But, he also loves animal abuse and animal killing. Don’t believe me? Read here: http://bleacherreport.com/articles/898596-manny-pacquiao-playboy-champ-adds-to-money-drama-by-admitting-to-cock-fightingGEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-12530105838944608842011-10-19T10:15:00.000-06:002011-10-19T10:16:03.189-06:00Cruel Business Wants to Kill the Dolphin-Safe Tuna Label: Speak UpYeah, I know many of us do not eat Tuna, but let’s at least speak up to keep it Dolphin-safe (as much as that’s possible). http://www.theanimalrescuesite.com/clickToGive/campaign.faces?siteId=3&campaign=DolphinSafeTuna&origin=ARS_FACE_FAN_ADGROUP_TAKEACTION_DOLPHIN_1013_CTGGEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-5257217955801075002011-10-19T10:07:00.000-06:002011-10-19T10:08:33.932-06:00Idiots and Vick-Like Scum Dumping Dogs in the Florida Everglades: Luckily, Some Trying to Save ThemYeah, these scum would make Michael Vick proud, as they have no regard for the lives of dogs and will throw them to their death. “It's a heart wrenching problem, dogs of all shapes and sizes are being dumped in the Florida Everglades.” You can view the video of this issue at http://news.yahoo.com/video/miamicbs4-15750840/s-fla-rescue-saving-dogs-dumped-in-the-everglades-26992796.htmlGEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-68719095386848078962011-10-19T10:02:00.003-06:002011-10-20T10:11:47.541-06:00Once Again, “Shoot to Kill” Instead of Tranquilize and Save: Loose Animals in Zanesville, Ohio Hunted Instead of Saved**I want to add this a day after the original post below: this was found in an article: "The animals that were killed include 18 rare Bengal tigers and 17 lions." FU again to you bastards who went straight to killing! 18 Rare Bengal Tigers??!! WTF? You HAD to kill them? BS. You just wanted a trophy you sickos!First, what the hell was some jack ass doing with animals like bears, wolves, etc.GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-60771357991884557342011-10-03T10:44:00.002-06:002011-10-03T10:45:25.906-06:00Yes Again! Vegetarian Strongman Patrik Baboumian Pledges to Go Vegan for the Rest of 2011!I wrote last week about vegetarian strongman Patrik Baboumian, who won Germany's Strongest Man 2011 Competition. You can read that story here: http://geari.blogspot.com/2011/09/yes-vegetarian-strongman-patrik.html So not only has he proved to the world and to the haters that a vegetarian diet not only is healthy, he also proves that it can make you stronger and a better athlete. In a recent GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-24476666455545061122011-10-03T10:38:00.001-06:002011-10-03T10:39:19.902-06:00Pediatrics Residency Training Programs at the University of Washington Continue to Use Live Animals. AKA, Vivisection: Tell them to StopIt’s the year 2011 and it’s not necessary to use live animals in medical school teaching. In fact, many of the top 10 schools do not. Here’s a quick link to visit a page where you can learn more and voice your opposition: http://apps.facebook.com/takeactioncenter/ars/PCRM-FerretsGEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-59614530245323775682011-10-03T10:21:00.002-06:002011-10-03T10:23:56.493-06:00Vietnam, like China, Supports Stealing, Torturing, and Eating Dogs: Common in Many RestaurantsWhat a disturbing story. Seems China isn’t the only sick country in the world that gets off on torturing and then eating dogs. Seems that many in Vietnam also love to steal, and then torture and eat dogs, many of which were sold to restaurants. I’m not going to go on and on about this, as this is an obviously horrible situation. I’ve instead pasted in parts of the story below which summarizeGEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-20103151902693779312011-09-22T14:38:00.002-06:002011-09-22T14:40:45.744-06:00Yes! Vegetarian Strongman Patrik Baboumian Wins Germany's Strongest Man 2011 Competition: Proof Again as to the Power of the Veg Diet!Ha ha, haters. Look at this. Germany's strongest man is a full on vegetarian! Oh man….what can you say now? Amazing and very inspirational. Another example (proof) of how a vegetarian diet not only is healthy, it can make you stronger and a better athlete. As stated in the article, Patrik believes that "being vegetarian makes you a better athlete!" My new hero: Patrik Baboumian. PLEASEGEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-42303419948708186502011-09-22T14:31:00.000-06:002011-09-22T14:32:07.927-06:00World Animal Day is October 4th: Find Out MoreThis is definitely an international event as you’ll see at the website at http://www.worldanimalday.org.uk/ Please check it out and get involved!GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-49709143520005481962011-09-22T14:29:00.002-06:002011-09-22T14:29:43.913-06:00Please “Like” the Facebook Page - Pet Pardons: Help Save Shelter Animals About to be KilledYes, I know it’s not a pleasant thing to look at every day, but maybe you’ll see some in your area that you can share with friends. And maybe, you can help get some adopted! Please visit the page at: http://www.facebook.com/petpardonsGEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-83360046754816889092011-09-22T14:23:00.001-06:002011-09-22T14:24:53.893-06:00Another Famous Vegetarian Pro Athlete: Mike Zigomanis of the Toronto Maple LeafsThese are my favorite stories as they truly dispel so many myths about vegetarians. This sentiment is echoed over and over by athletes that switch to a non-meat diet: “He discovered there was no change in his energy or strength, and in fact, he now considers himself stronger and better overall as a player.”You can read more about it here: http://www.thestar.com/sports/hockey/article/1055690--GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-64339067665559464192011-09-22T14:16:00.000-06:002011-09-22T14:17:29.264-06:00Toronto Permanently Bans the Sale of Dogs and Cats in Pet Stores: Victory over Puppy Mills and Pet Stores!Yes, it’s in Canada, but this should lead to change in the US as well. Pet Stores are the reason for puppy and kitten mills, or, aka, pet overpopulation and mass killing, all started by breeders. Anyone with a heart and head knows that adoption from a shelter is the only way to ensure you’re not directly funding cruelty.To learn more about the evils of pet stores and puppy mills, visit: http://GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-91076965903938881152011-09-22T14:09:00.000-06:002011-09-22T14:10:43.679-06:00Yes! The West Hollywood City Council Voted Unanimously to Ban the Sale of Fur: Victory!Wow. You’d think Hollywood would just love fur. After all, it’s narcissism run rampant. Excellent. You can read the whole story here: http://www.peta.org/b/thepetafiles/archive/2011/09/20/urgent-help-ban-fur-sales-in-weho.aspx?c=pfsGEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-4459666627686733012011-09-22T14:06:00.000-06:002011-09-22T14:07:58.700-06:00Sicko Animal Control Officer Steve Skoklo Only Gets Minor Fees and Small Probation for Cruelly Murdering Kitten in a BarHey Sicko Skoklo: if you’re reading this you tough guy, try to slam me and throw me onto the floor! We’ll see who wins. Yep, in a bar. “Skoklo was accused of killing a 3 month old stray tabby kitten that wandered into McGee’s Bar in Skoklo’s hometown of Madison IL in an incident from 2007. He was said to have picked up the kitten and slammed it into a door frame and then thrown it onto the GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-88418790476039295082011-09-22T14:00:00.002-06:002011-09-22T14:01:19.749-06:00Donna Karan Loves to Design Clothes that Uses Rabbit Fur: New Website Shows Just How Cruel She IsCheck out the website at: http://dkbunnybutcher.com/bunny-butcher-yoga.aspx Here’s a paragraph that sums it up: “Donna Karan's clothing lines include fur that's ripped from the bodies of rabbits who endure deplorable living conditions, neglect, and filth on Chinese fur farms while they wait to die in the name of fashion. This barbaric treatment doesn't exactly fit the tenets of yoga, which GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-12977054447481173562011-09-22T13:56:00.001-06:002011-09-22T13:57:31.633-06:00Idiotic, Cruel, Sri Lankan Hindu Death Ritual Stopped by Sri Lankan Minister: 100s of Goats Spared DecapitationIt just never stops, especially in regard to religion. And hey, those of you who state that Hindus are all peaceful vegetarians read this article: http://news.yahoo.com/sri-lanka-bans-mass-animal-sacrifice-temple-003143186.html In a nut shell: “The grisly ritual, in which goats are decapitated in public using a large hatchet, was first banned in the 1980s but was revived as locals believe the GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-46287066822800772962011-08-30T09:09:00.003-06:002011-08-30T09:11:40.786-06:00Boycott the Philadelphia Eagles: Have Agreed to Pay Dog Killer Felon, Sick Michael Vick $100 Million Over 6 Years: Corrupt System and Corrupt Business Some of you have probably already heard. Here’s just one story on this sad ending - http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/news;_ylt=Ak1lnKLwbswYczIMTeDOUEY5nYcB?slug=ap-eagles-vick It’s difficult to put into words the frustration and sadness this brings about. Truly crushes a lot of those I’m around. As we all struggle daily to get any attention to our issues, some sick, gangster felon, who can run GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-224773620646151032011-08-19T17:00:00.002-06:002011-08-19T17:06:40.961-06:00Urgent: Tomorrow, 8-20-11, "Snapperfest" in Indiana: Snapping Turtles Slammed to the Ground, Swung Around, Have their Heads Yanked From their ShellsUrgent: Tomorrow, 8-20-11, Snapperfest Happens in Indiana. Snapping Turtles Slammed to the Ground, Swung Around, and Have their Heads Yanked From their Shells
Yep, only in Indiana. What the f… What is the fing point?
Please visit the following link and make an easy action to attempt to get this stopped: http://www.change.org/petitions/stop-snapperfest#letter_form
GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-91249666457449934512011-08-16T16:44:00.000-06:002011-08-16T16:45:30.845-06:00World Farm Animals Day (WFAD) is October 2nd: Learn More and Get InvolvedA very important event. As stated at their site, “World Farm Animals Day (WFAD), observed on (or around) October 2nd, is dedicated to exposing, mourning, and memorializing the more than 65 billion cows, pigs, turkeys, chickens, and other land animals who needlessly suffer and die every year in the world's farms and slaughterhouses.” Please visit http://www.wfad.org/ to learn more and get GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-61819245841132063902011-08-16T16:41:00.002-06:002011-08-16T16:42:35.083-06:00Sadly, it’s Not just Chinese who Eat Dogs: People in Thailand and Vietnam Do Too: Proof? Video and Photos of Thai Police Break Up Dog Smuggling RingWe all know that the Chinese are the cruelest on Earth, but those in Thailand and Vietnam apparently also like to torture and eat dogs. Yes, sadly, it is true. Proof? Look at the photos and video for this story at http://www.lifewithdogs.tv/2011/08/thai-police-bust-dog-smuggling-ring/ Thankfully, this group was saved. Here are some facts about this story: “More than a thousand dogs headed GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-64511770850892007672011-08-16T16:31:00.000-06:002011-08-16T16:32:27.323-06:00Ellen DeGeneres Publishes Excellent Blog “Going Vegan with Ellen”: Recipes, Tips, Vegan Living: Amazing ResourceWow. I had no idea she was vegan. Ellen, if you read this, you have put together one excellent blog. I encourage all of you to visit it, as it is full of useful information. It can be found at http://vegan.ellen.warnerbros.com/ GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-38578012220206606662011-08-16T16:26:00.001-06:002011-08-16T16:26:56.736-06:00Endangered Gorilla Hidden in African Prison with Poachers: Luckily is FoundSeems they were attempting to smuggle her from the Democratic Republic of Congo into Rwanda. Sick f…s. I can only express happiness that the baby gorilla was found. What a bunch of sick bastards. “On Sunday night, a female baby mountain gorilla was found in an African jail, curled up on a bed alongside poachers who attempted to smuggle her from the Democratic Republic of Congo into Rwanda, GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-32942938930786987032011-08-16T16:19:00.002-06:002011-08-16T16:20:52.777-06:00Puppy Mill - Shadow Mountain Kennel - in Missouri Poses as Rescue Group: HSUS Calls for InvestigationWow, another liar using lives to profit. I added some paragraphs in below that summarizes the situation, but you can read the whole story at http://www.lifewithdogs.tv/2011/08/mo-puppy-mill-posing-as-dog-rescue-group/ “The HSUS’ complaint contends that Laymon is violating the state’s consumer protection law, also known as the Missouri Merchandising Practices Act, by deceiving the public intoGEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-59805812774779924082011-08-16T16:14:00.000-06:002011-08-16T16:15:22.505-06:00ASPCA Brings Awareness to the Horrors of Pet Stores and Puppy Mills via Campaign “No Pet Store Puppies”Great group and great campaign. Ever wonder why those in the know tell you not to buy from pet stores? Simply – puppy mills. Learn more about this issue at http://www.nopetstorepuppies.com/ “The campaign raises awareness about puppy mill cruelty and aims to reduce the demand for puppies that come from puppy mills by urging consumers not to buy anything at pet stores or on Web sites that sell GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-87212094812687918142011-08-02T16:25:00.002-06:002011-08-02T16:28:40.013-06:0010 Movies that Educate on the Vegetarian Lifestyle: For Beginners and ProsMost of these you've likely seen. Some even made it main stream. Great films that use facts to explain the benefits of a vegetarian lifestyle (for amateurs and pros). Want to shut up your grandmother who simply doesn't get (or want to get) why you don't eat meat? Well, these will do so in a nice manner. View the list at: http://www.vegnews.com/web/articles/page.do?pageId=3282&catId=7GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-9628946951535998962011-08-02T16:21:00.003-06:002011-08-02T16:23:36.175-06:00Group Seeks to Spay/Neuter and Vaccinate the Street Dogs of Bhutan: Contribute if You CanApparently there is a significant problem with stray dogs in Bhutan. Luckily, unlike in most parts of the world, most in Bhutan practice compassion so abuse is limited. But, overpopulation leads to it's own problems. To learn more, visit https://www.theanimalrescuesite.com/store/item.do?siteId=310&itemId=46423&origin=ARS_FACE_FAN_ADGROUP_GTGM_BHUTANPUP_0726GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-33790789477275964512011-08-02T16:17:00.001-06:002011-08-02T16:19:07.410-06:00Vegan (Yes, Vegan) or Cruelty Free Wine and Cheese: Excellent ListYep, believe it or not. See, it's easy to choose cruelty free. Great list of vegan / cruelty free wine and cheese at http://www.vegnews.com/web/articles/page.do;jsessionid=3412EB6C3F88CA1F7A7D39D0B40E7F58?pageId=2588&catId=7GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-60818528858010507452011-08-02T16:16:00.002-06:002011-08-02T16:17:21.566-06:00Excellent List of Vegan or Cruelty Free Summer BeersNear and dear to my heart. Great list of vegan / cruelty free beers at http://www.vegnews.com/web/articles/page.do;jsessionid=3412EB6C3F88CA1F7A7D39D0B40E7F58?pageId=3365&catId=7GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-71723435296354799562011-08-02T16:13:00.002-06:002011-08-02T16:15:19.114-06:00Wondering What Sunscreens are Vegan or Cruelty Free? Check Out this Guide to Find OutExcellent vegan / cruelty free sunscreen guide. Highly suggest you all check it out at http://www.vegnews.com/web/articles/page.do;jsessionid=95E39D83B167EE9F389CDF2B79107F6D?pageId=3413&catId=7GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-91504540755486840822011-08-02T16:08:00.002-06:002011-08-02T16:11:07.737-06:00Another Great Facebook Page: Stop Puppy MillsAgain, the name says it all. The page can be found at http://www.facebook.com/StopPuppyMillsdon't know what a puppy mill is and why they are cruel? Start at this page to learn more - http://www.humanesociety.org/issues/puppy_mills/GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-26757303472577130622011-08-02T16:06:00.001-06:002011-08-02T16:08:23.630-06:00Great Facebook Page: Help Get Military Working Dogs Medical BenefitsThe title says it all and this is a no brainer. They are forced to do dangerous work and they deserve to be rewarded. Check it out at: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Help-Get-Military-Working-Dogs-Medical-Benefits/128513627237177?sk=wallGEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-60541084448676864672011-08-02T16:03:00.003-06:002011-08-02T16:11:57.350-06:00If You Care for Elephants: Tell Malaysian Prime Minister Razak to Free the Abused Baby Elephants, Paloh and JeliYou can read more about this sad case and act at http://www.change.org/petitions/malaysian-prime-minister-razak-free-paloh-and-jeli-the-baby-elephants-and-send-them-to-a-sanctuary?utm_medium=facebook&utm_source=share_petition&utm_term=own_wallAn excellent Facebook page has also been created to help educate on this matter. Visit it at http://www.facebook.com/SavePalohthebabyElephantIn summary:"GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-28587697914800257482011-08-02T16:00:00.003-06:002011-08-02T16:03:26.470-06:00Monroe, Louisiana - Dog Continues to Live On a Chain in Miserable Heat! Are You In the Area and Can Help?The title speaks for itself. If you think there is anything you can do please check out this page:http://www.facebook.com/notes/dogs-deserve-better/monroe-la-dog-continues-to-live-on-a-chain-in-miserable-heat/10150254358466086You'll find the person to contact when visiting the page. GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-77140972349874849992011-07-20T16:58:00.000-06:002011-07-20T16:59:52.386-06:00Sea Shepherd Flagship Vessel the Steve Irwin Being Held by UK: Help Raise Bond for it’s ReleaseWow. Jacked that the UK govt. can do such a thing. I’ll make this simple. You can read about this and donate to cover the bond here: http://my.seashepherd.org/NetCommunity/Page.aspx?pid=399 Here is a paragraph from that sums up the issue: http://www.ecorazzi.com/2011/07/19/sea-shepherd-needs-1-4-million-alyssa-milano-tweets-support/ Nice to see that some celebrities are helping. But, you GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-13549761267017955202011-07-20T16:53:00.000-06:002011-07-20T16:54:29.454-06:00Virginia's Smithfield Foods Once Again Guilty of Animal Abuse: Abuse of Pigs Rampant: What You Can DoYeah, these guys are always living up to their cruel name. Here is a simple page that talks about the horror pigs endure at Smithfield Foods and what you can do to attempt to help. Here’s a paragraph from the page via the link below: “Virginia's Smithfield Foods is in trouble — again. Not only has the pork producer been involved in allegations of a swine flu outbreak having originated at its GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-34111581296983125752011-07-20T16:48:00.000-06:002011-07-20T16:49:35.901-06:00Environmental Working Group Releases Fact-Filled Intelligent Guide on How Meat Eating Impacts the EnvironmentI know…many of our readers already know this stuff. But, should you not, I encourage you to take a look at this great guide. This isn’t an emotional plea guide; it’s a fact-filled guide on just exactly how much eating less meat can have an impact on the environment. You can access the guide two ways: Web Guide: http://breakingnews.ewg.org/meateatersguide/at-a-glance-brochure/ PDF: http://GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-15021069697611768262011-07-20T16:42:00.001-06:002011-07-20T16:42:40.098-06:00Ever Heard of Dog and Cat Devocalization? One Group is Trying to Stop itYep, it would be like cutting the vocal cords of your kids to get them to stop NATURALLY crying. To learn more, visit http://apps.facebook.com/takeactioncenter/ars/DevocalizationGEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-2013479950559230662011-07-20T16:24:00.000-06:002011-07-20T16:39:46.188-06:00Article Discuses Greyhound Racing Industry: Luckily in Decline, but Many Still Need HomesGreat article that really brings out the reality of the cruel greyhound racing industry. Luckily it is in decline, with many states shutting entirely. BUT, what that means is the need to adopt many. And, as you’ll read, they’re incredible and sweet dogs. Here is the article: Three-Leg Caesar Finds Home, 20,000 Racing Greyhounds LookingGEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-21290390959830349782011-07-20T16:18:00.000-06:002011-07-20T16:19:21.675-06:00Special Needs Animal Shelter in Iowa Has Food Stolen: Help Get them Back on Track Special Needs Animal Shelter in Iowa Has Food Stolen: Help Get them Back on Track Yep. I know. WTF? Please visit their site to do even a small donation. http://www.animal-lifeline.com/donate.htmlGEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-8656538777991201652011-07-05T11:46:00.004-06:002011-07-05T15:41:33.545-06:00F..K Nike! Sadistic Animal Abuser and Torturer Michael Vick Gets Endorsement Deal with Nike: Boycott Nike! Let Me Remind You How Sadistic Vick IsDo I need to say more? Boycott that disgraceful company Nike who just loves to make Felon Dog Killers rich again! Money over ethics…Nike. NOTE: JUST ADDED - CALL NIKE - from http://www.facebook.com/pages/Battle-Against-Dogfighting/178489093981 "If you would like to let NIKE know your opinion about their choice to sign VICK as their spokesperson: call Nike: 1-800-344-6453. Choose option 5, thenGEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-26299459361363994952011-06-24T16:16:00.001-06:002011-06-24T16:19:27.772-06:00Does Buying "Humane" Meat, Dairy, Etc. Actually Decrease Cruelty? Insightful Article Provides the Answer You May Not Have ExpectedThis is truly an incredibly thoughtful piece that asks the key question: will buying "humane" meat, dairy, etc. actually help lessen cruelty and also provide side benefits to humans? I agree with the authors' ultimate answer below. I do need to say that though, ultimately, (as he argues) “humane” alternatives increase the amount of animals that will be killed and consumed (hypocritically I GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-91408603660540917952011-06-22T16:20:00.003-06:002011-06-22T16:22:59.601-06:00Photos of Baby Elephants Tied Up and Electro-Shocked by Trainers from Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus: The Real TruthThe Real Truth Behind the Horribly Cruel Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus Ah, so great to be back to the real (cruel) world with my fist posting in about a week. And what better way to start it off with a HARSH and REAL reminder of the cruelty behind Ringling Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus. Those who come away from viewing these real photos of the sickos at Ringling Bros. GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-81002883239623771372011-06-07T17:13:00.000-06:002011-06-07T17:14:01.010-06:00GEARI Will be Attending to Personal Matters for a WeekBut, will be resuming in a week. Hey, I asked all of you for assistance, but no one offered! I have to get this taken care of now. We’ll talk in a week!GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-77705422260895472892011-05-27T16:01:00.002-06:002011-05-27T16:03:17.405-06:00Egomaniac Soccer Player - Panamanian Defender Luis Moreno of Deportivo Pereira Kicks Live Owl Mascot to DeathWe can only hope this egomaniacal sick and twisted killer gets any punishment. Here is a paragraph from the story at http://www.petside.com/article/owl-mascot-kicked-death-soccer-player “What makes this heartbreaking incident even more distressing and enraging is that Moreno purposefully approached the stunned bird lying on the field -- after being accidentally injured with the ball -- issuingGEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-8613063075653495512011-05-27T15:57:00.002-06:002011-05-27T15:58:02.190-06:00Sick Bastard Shoots Dog and Buries it Alive to Die in Malta in Ghar Hasan in Birzebbuga. Luckily the Dog Survives http://www.lifewithdogs.tv/2011/05/dog-shot-and-buried-alive-makes-miraculous-recovery/ I post these types of stories to remind everyone that we must always remain vigilant as plenty of sickos exist that have no problem torturing and killing other species. Of course, this tends to lead to violence against humans too. I also post this to see if anyone reading this might know the sick GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-90521016149592487932011-05-27T15:20:00.003-06:002011-05-27T15:25:10.052-06:00Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg Takes on a New Challenge and Promises to Eat Only what He Kills: Admits Killing Various Animals Himself: The Good and BadMost of you have probably already seen this story - Facebook CEO promises to eat only what he kills I hesitated to post on this as what I say may be misinterpreted by both sides. Yet, I decided to do so in order to make one point: at least this guy has decided to see just how meat ends up on a plate. No people, it doesn’t just wrap itself in plastic or paper all neat and pretty for you to justGEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-71508724871636541532011-05-12T10:27:00.000-06:002011-05-13T14:42:54.010-06:00Sad News for Sickos in Florida: Bestiality Law Might Finally PassStrange that it took this long. As stated in the article below, this was necessary: “Rich took up the anti-bestiality fight after a number of cases involving sexual activity with animals in recent years, including a Panhandle man who was suspected of accidentally asphyxiating a family goat during a sex act and the abuse of a horse in the Keys. The bill would make such acts a first-degree GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-10548960014896676792011-05-12T10:23:00.000-06:002011-05-13T14:42:53.912-06:00Sea Shepherd News: Keep Up with the Most Effective Group in the WorldAs you know, Sea Shepherd has been successful as of late in the fight against whaling. Well, they’re heading out again on various causes. Keep up to date on what they’re doing via their newsletter - http://myemail.constantcontact.com/Sea-Shepherd-E-News---What-can-you-do-to-help-defend-the-defenseless-.html?soid=1101395845702&aid=ZoPxaPojJVE GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-62972512704965573562011-05-12T10:15:00.000-06:002011-05-13T14:42:53.529-06:00Western Governors Hate Wolves and Want to Kill Them: How You Can Speak UpPlease read for details but essentially wolves (as always) are threatened by potential legistlative measures. http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150190522447545.301813.19387377544 Just look back at our post - Federal Budget Removes Wolves from the Endangered Species Act (ESA): President and Politicians Give a Great Present to Ranchers and Hunters http://geari.blogspot.com/2011/04/GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-85721927157320270832011-05-12T10:12:00.000-06:002011-05-13T14:42:49.961-06:00Quick Action Allows You to Help Animals in the Areas Affected by Tornadoes and Severe Flooding in the U.S.I haven’t yet checked out this group, so if anyone has any negative feedback, please let me know. But, much help is needed down there - https://www.theanimalrescuesite.com/store/item.do?siteId=310&itemId=44086&origin=ARS_FACE_FAN_ADGROUP_GTGM_TORNADO_0510GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-58529531272713328662011-05-12T10:09:00.000-06:002011-05-13T14:42:54.118-06:00Just like Romania, Spain Hates Dogs Too: Strays Abused and KilledThey’re not quite China, but Spain has always hated animals. Think bull fighting. But, this sad story shows that, as in Romania, strays are abused and killed with no regard to pain or suffering. This page also allows you to voice your opposition to their practices - http://www.care2.com/news/member/525884267/2799803GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-33265528037248105832011-05-12T10:05:00.000-06:002011-05-13T14:42:53.627-06:00Video Shows Endangered Sumatran Tigers in the Forest: About them and a Graphic on how Tigers are Screwed WorldwideSadly, as the article states, logging may soon be allowed in the area they were spotted in. Yes, corruption goes worldwide - http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20110509/ap_on_re_as/as_indonesia_tiger_videos Also, take a look at this graphic on the tiger population worldwide. Yep, you guessed it, it’s not good. http://news.yahoo.com/nphotos/slideshow/photo//110509/photos_wl_pc_afp/GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-22858944471699241572011-05-12T10:01:00.000-06:002011-05-13T14:42:53.821-06:00Assembly Bill 376 Would Ban the Possession, Sale, Trade and Distribution of Shark Fins: Quick Way to Help Voice Your SupportYes, shark finning still occurs. Gee, I wonder who’s responsible for it? Hummm. Here’s a quick action you can take along with some facts - http://www.theanimalrescuesite.com/clickToGive/campaign.faces?siteId=3&campaign=DOW-SharkFinning&origin=ARS_FACE_FAN_ADGROUP_TAKEACTION_SHARK_0511_CTGGEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-67133691186648429692011-05-05T09:20:00.002-06:002011-05-05T09:27:05.324-06:00GEARI Seeks Help / Volunteers for Launch of New Website - animaltesting.tv Easy Project, Not OngoingAs the name implies, animaltesting.tv will be a site that is focused on showing the reality of animal testing and vivisection via real photos and videos. The new .tv domain is in use by many groups as a web property that signifies the presence of AV resources and supplements their main sites or blogs. We’re simply looking to use our place in the AR world to bring attention to this issue. If GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-65653474465078192732011-05-04T12:33:00.003-06:002011-05-04T12:35:27.373-06:00Siberian-Bengal Tiger (Tony) Still Living in Squalor in Cage at the Tiger Truck Stop in Grosse Tete, Louisiana: How to Express Your HorrorTalk about a living hell. I think it’s obvious why this is absolutely ridiculous and horribly cruel, but in case you don’t get why:“Tony has spent the past decade in a small enclosure that is devoid of any forms of enrichment, like trees, logs or other plants that would allow him to live like a tiger should. He has suffered through ten hot and humid Louisiana summers with no pool of water large GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-9242511858065870822011-05-04T12:14:00.001-06:002011-05-04T12:16:49.546-06:00Sicko “Shot Dog Film” “Artist” Commissioned to Create Sculpture for NY Public Library: How to Get this StoppedReminds me of Sick Michael Vick getting signed again for millions after killing and abusing dogs. Seems Tom Otterness could get $750,000 for a sculpture. As some of you remember, Tom is a very sick animal abuser. “In 1977, Otterness was involved in another art project. He bought a shelter dog, chained it to a fence, shot it to death and filmed the murder in a movie he called 'Shot Dog Film.'”GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-83155844732344203732011-04-29T14:55:00.005-06:002011-04-29T15:00:54.059-06:00YouTube Bans Animal Cruelty Video Showing Calves at E6 Cattle Company in Hart, Texas Bludgeoned with Pickaxes, but Shows Tons of Other Cruelty: Why?Wow. I’ve seen tons of videos, but what horror. Keep in mind these are baby cows. But, these scum at E6 Cattle Company in Hart, Texas seem to love putting holes in the heads of calves. You can see the video proving the cruelty at E6 Cattle Company in Hart, Texas here. The question, as touched on by WebProNews here and on the Mercy For Animals website which carried out the undercover GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-60195557351257122702011-04-29T10:37:00.001-06:002011-04-29T10:38:44.691-06:00Truck Filled with Stolen Pet Dogs Headed for Slaughter in China Stopped by a Few Activists: Signs of Hope in the Abusive and Callous Country of ChinaThough the outcome of this story was good, it also shows the reality that dogs and cats are indeed eaten in China. Please take the time to look at these photos at http://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/environment/animals/chinese-dogs-saved-from-cooking-pot-20110418-1dld9.html To think that this is common practice is just sickening and sad. For dog lovers to see dogs packed into this disgusting, GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-72853159183699691832011-04-27T10:55:00.000-06:002011-04-27T10:56:05.777-06:00Federal Budget Removes Wolves from the Endangered Species Act (ESA): President and Politicians Give a Great Present to Ranchers and HuntersYep, we’ve always known that most in congress hate animals, but now it should be clear that Obama does to. Well, I’ve stated this before, but now it’s clear. To make such a right wing move tells us who he is. Read this article and you’ll see: http://aldf.org/article.php?id=1691GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-22465874902583042872011-04-27T10:52:00.002-06:002011-04-27T10:52:56.257-06:00Lost Pet Found Pet: A Great Facebook Page to Like to Help Get the Word Out on Lost or Found Companion AnimalsHighly recommend liking this page. Who knows, it may one day help you! http://www.facebook.com/pages/Lost-Pet-Found-Pet/162625657117463GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-19975146727875690152011-04-27T10:50:00.001-06:002011-04-27T10:50:55.118-06:00Good List Shows Toxicity of Common Items Dogs Eat: Household Items to be Aware ofOf course, most of these need to be eaten in high quantities, but a good list nonetheless. http://www.facebook.com/notes/nc-shelter-rescue/learn-about-toxicity-of-common-items-dogs-eat/187657734613198GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-4599188621835060142011-04-27T10:48:00.001-06:002011-04-27T10:48:46.156-06:00A Great Post on the Annual Namibian Seal Slaughter: What You Need to KnowEvery year I have to re post on the annual Namibian seal slaughter. Seems most do not realize it exists as most only hear about the annual Canadian baby seal slaughter. Please visit this link to learn more: http://livvegan.blogspot.com/2011/03/namibian-seal-hunt.htmlGEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-82318294687390714892011-04-27T10:45:00.001-06:002011-04-27T10:45:35.476-06:004 Quick Actions: Ban Cruel Devocalization; Stop Killing of Dogs and Cats in Serbia; End Dog Fighting Game on Android; Urgent Action for Canadian SealsI have little time and NO help, so I had to add these four into one. Pretty easy to do. I know, I know…they may not work…but they may! http://www.theanimalrescuesite.com/clickToGive/campaign.faces?siteId=3&campaign=Devocalization&origin=ARS_FACE_FAN_ADGROUP_TAKEACTION_DEVOCAL_0424_CTG http://www.thepetitionsite.com/8/stop-the-masskilling-of-dogs-and-cats-in-serbia/ http://bslnews.org/2011/04GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-86356345348412886492011-04-27T10:37:00.002-06:002011-04-27T10:37:45.141-06:00Help Save Lions from a Deadly Poison: Urge Kenya to Enact a Ban on CarbofuranPretty simple one here: “Urge Kenya's Prime Minister to enact a ban on carbofuran and take concrete action to protect these great cats” - http://www.theanimalrescuesite.com/clickToGive/campaign.faces?siteId=3&campaign=savekenyaslions&origin=ARS_FACE_FAN_ADGROUP_TAKEACTION_LIONPOISON_0425_CTGGEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-45307002766171746312011-04-27T10:35:00.001-06:002011-04-27T10:35:53.808-06:00If You Love Dogs You Need to Hate Romania: Just Watch this Video: The Killing of Cernavoda Dogs (2010) - Le uccisioni dei randagi a Cernavoda 2010I guess the only difference between Romania and China is that (it appears) that they do not eat the dogs they torture. Who knows though…they just might. I’ll let the video speak for itself: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fCIAJur9ksc GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-33816883158334544742011-04-27T10:10:00.000-06:002011-04-27T10:11:41.301-06:00Stop Puppy Mills Facebook Page. And, the Article: Cesar Millan: Help Me Stop Puppy Mills. And, Missouri Back to Loving Puppy MillsFirst, like this page to keep up on puppy mill news: http://www.facebook.com/StopPuppyMills?sk=wall Right away you’ll see an article by Cesar Millan titled “Cesar Millan: Help Me Stop Puppy Mills.” If you do not see the link, go to http://latino.foxnews.com/latino/lifestyle/2011/04/21/cesar-millan-care-puppy-mills-help/ Cesar discusses how Missouri is back to loving puppy mills, mostly due GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-77667606264823030002011-04-19T10:10:00.003-06:002011-04-19T10:14:41.153-06:00Our Sick Society: Animal Abuser and Convicted Felon Michael Vick (Sick Vick) Might Get Cover of Madden 2012: Vote NO Now to Send a Message to KidsReceived this email today. I really think that even the possibility that a convicted felon can now be clear to be on the cover of games for kids to see shows that our culture cares not about what is right, but about money and fame. Unbelievable. You can skip the message below and go straight to http://espn.go.com/sportsnation/feature/madden2012cover to vote NO now! OK, I’ll post this again. GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-1865071676649067812011-04-19T10:00:00.000-06:002011-04-19T10:01:12.619-06:00Wacko Religion at it Again: Iran Looks to Ban DogsWell, I should clarify: the religious zealots of Iran hate the "short-legged" and "holdable" dogs (as stated in the article linked to below). Oh yes, and this one: dog ownership "also poses a cultural problem, a blind imitation of the vulgar culture of the West." And let’s not forget that to them, dogs are "impure and dangerous animals…"Of course, as the article asks, what happens should the GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-57718268070512527342011-04-15T15:01:00.000-06:002011-04-15T15:02:24.158-06:00600Million.org: Led by Alex Pacheco, a Non-Profit Committed to Ending the Widespread Suffering and Death within the Stray Dog Population of the WorldI’ll be honest – I hadn’t known of 600Million.org. Don’t ask me why, as this is a great group. We all know who Alex is, and we know he’s committed. So, this is a group I ask you all to support. I’ve posted in their mission below. But, visit their website at http://www.600million.org/ and support them. 600Million.org is a non-profit organization committed to ending the widespread suffering GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-22648881443762094222011-04-15T14:52:00.004-06:002011-04-15T15:04:12.936-06:00As a Reminder of the Annual Baby Seal Killings: Here’s a Video of the Sickest. The King of Seal Killing: Hatem YavuzSee what kind of people like to kill seals. You won’t believe that this guy - Hatem Yavuz. Probably top 10 worst scum in the world. He just loves to kill seals. Loves to bash them in the heads with clubs. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3nWfFqowjQg&feature=player_embeddedGEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-53510753990942774352011-04-07T10:19:00.001-06:002011-04-07T10:22:21.182-06:00Idiotic Colorado Department of Agriculture Considering Request to Approve Use of Poison “Nighthawk” to Kill Prairie DogsProof once again that any state or federal entity that has anything to do with wildlife or agriculture is fully run and indebted to industry and those who hate non-humans (hunters, ranchers, developers, rich guys, etc).As stated on the petition, “Prairie dogs are a keystone species, meaning countless other animals rely on them. Animals like black-footed ferrets, swift fox and eagles rely on GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-6008948222764405222011-04-04T11:19:00.006-06:002011-04-04T11:27:10.139-06:00Video of Bob Parsons, CEO of Go Daddy Killing an Elephant: What You Can DoI know I said I’d only run the story on the Annual Canadian Baby Seal Slaughter today but I just realized I forgot to post on this last week. I’m sure by now you’ve all heard of it. But, if not, now you know.First, watch the video of Bob Parsons, CEO of Go Daddy Killing an ElephantI’ve also embedded it below. Fing horrible. It goes without saying that anyone with these products needs to leave GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-79356510349508588272011-04-04T10:39:00.003-06:002011-04-04T10:44:29.593-06:00All You Need to Know About the Canadian Baby Seal Slaughter for 2011Yep, they’re still bashing in the heads of baby seals in Canada with clubs. I’m going to make it simple today and provide two links which provide information on the annual Canadian baby seal killing. Yes, I know there are other issues to address, but this sick sadistic annual practice is of such importance that I’d like to run on it for a day. One link is a quick action page which will help GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-29134918974635455592011-03-25T10:51:00.000-06:002011-03-25T10:52:24.869-06:00One Way to Help Animals in Aftermath of Japan EarthquakeWe already know that Japan hates animals anyway. After all, they fuel the trade of dead baby seal parts from the annual Canadian seal slaughter. So of course they’re not going to help them. So, we need to. NOTE: As I always say, I do not support any one group over another. I’m posting this because it’s the only one I’ve seen and it’s an important issue. If anyone knows of other groups GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-49308023839810122152011-03-25T10:44:00.000-06:002011-03-25T10:46:49.276-06:00Guess What? People in Turkey Actually LIKE to Rape Dogs: And, it’s AcceptedI don’t make this stuff up. To learn more and what you can do to speak out, visithttp://www.facebook.com/album.phpaid=51006&id=111324518892054&fbid=201280219896483GEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-4392328340503536082011-03-25T10:42:00.002-06:002011-03-25T10:43:05.604-06:00Did You Know that in Boulder, CO it is Legal for Landowners to Burn Prairie Dogs Alive? They Pump a Propane Mixture into Burrows then Ignite the GasAnd you thought you’d heard it all. Yep, you got it – a legal entity in CO ALLOWS people to light prairie dogs on fire! See, humans can always think of better ways to torture and kill. As stated in the article, "Kids at the end of the cul-de-sac actually saw some prairie dogs on fire, running and screaming…" http://www.dailycamera.com/ci_17628860#ixzz1GovVkTSEGEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10259847.post-41501820695622794882011-03-25T10:37:00.001-06:002011-03-25T10:37:57.883-06:00The Year of Rights Killing: “Big Ag Wants To Make It a Crime to Expose Animal Abuse at Factory Farms”And guess what: on the heels of WI killing workers’ rights and sending stray dogs to be tortured at universities, they’ll probably get this one too. I thought it was going to be better with the new administration. Guess not! http://www.alternet.org/investigations/150312/big_ag_wants_to_make_it_a_crime_to_expose_animal_abuse_at_factory_farmsGEARI.ORGhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506247670987077584noreply@blogger.com0