Big Win For Elephants

In news recently released by the circus company, Ringling Bros., they announced they will be ending all traveling acts that involve elephants by May of 2016. This statement came as a surprise as they had already made plans to end this act over the next couple of years. The Humane Society of the United States applauds the action by Ringling Bros., as a step towards positive change in the organization.Donating your car to charity is one way to help and support such organizations to protect animals.

The Humane Society of the United States

One of the largest and most effective organizations to protect animals, the Humane Society of the United States has been fighting for the rights of more than 100,000 animals each year by providing care and services. Giving education and training for local organizations is another way The Humane Society works to protect all animals. Also, The Humane Society battles animal cruelties like animal fighting, puppy mills, seal slaughter, wildlife trade, and many other harsh treatments of animals, pushing for a transformation in the U.S. and in other parts of the world.

More About Elephants

Although only a small amount of animals will be affected by the announcement of the Elephants retirement by Ringling Bros., it is viewed as a very symbolic gesture and should help continue the trend of being gentle and kind to all animals, no matter their size or monetary value.

A traveling show for wild animals can be a very difficult life, with exhaustive training, and confined living conditions. An elephant performs with the assistance of a bullhook which is a cross between a fire poker and a baseball bat that the handler uses to help control them. In California they are looking to ban the use of such implements, and are getting close to making it law.

Conclusion

Ending live-animal entertainment at places such as Ringling Bros. that encourages any mistreatment of animals is the goal of The Humane Society. Although there is still a long way to go in the protection of animals, every animal saved from cruelty is one step closer to a more gentle and kind world for both animals and humans.

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Why You Should Adopt A Rescue Pet

Pets can be a great addition to any family adding joy, comfort, and companionship. Finding the perfect pet for your family can take time and research. The Lost Dog & Cat Rescue Foundation is a great resource to find your next family pet. If you or your loved ones are not ready to adopt a pet but would like to help the foundation rescue animals, donating cars is a great way to lend your support. Here are some reasons why you should adopt a rescue pet:

Less Expensive

Adopting a rescue pet is less expensive than purchasing a pet through a pet store or breeder. Each pet has been neutered, spayed, and given necessary vaccines. Although there is still a price related to adopting a pet, the price reflects the price of vaccination and other medical attention needed, you would still have to pay for vaccination along with the price of your pet if you bought from another place.

Save an Animal’s Life

In the United States approximately 4 million cats and dogs are euthanized every year in animal shelters. The animals are euthanized because they have no home and nowhere to go. By adopting a pet you are literally saving the animals life. The LDCRF works with shelters to help get abandoned and at-risk animals adopted.

Save Tax Dollars

Taxpayers contribute large amounts of money every year to county-funded animal control facilities, which are overpopulated, overburden and participate in euthanizing animals. By adopting a pet instead of going to a petstore or a breeder you are able to keep animals out of shelters and help save your tax dollars.

More About The Lost Dog & Cat Foundation

The LDCRF is a non-profit organization that rescues displaced and abandoned cats and dogs and places them in a caring home. The Lost Dog & Cat Rescue Foundation is able to keep cats and dogs from being euthanized because of at-risk situations and over-crowded shelters. Every animal that is adopted from the LDCRF has been fully vaccinated, spayed, and neutered along with any other necessary medical needs. There is also a foster program, and a lost dog ranch that helps support the adoption program. The organization is mostly volunteer based and places over 2,000 cats and dogs each year!

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Helping Wildlife Animals That Are Hurt

Have you ever found a baby bird that has fallen out of it’s nest, or an injured one laying on the side of the road? It is hard to know how to help these types of animals that are in need of medical assistance. The Wildlife Care Association is a non-profit organization that helps these types of animals. This independent and volunteer based group depends solely on donations. Here is how you donate your car to this charity:

• Call or fill out the form on the Donate A Car website.
• Donate A Car will arrange a pick update for your vehicle.
• Make sure to have your car’s title to give to Donate A Car when they pick up your vehicle.
• If you have lost your title let them know when you contact Donate A Car and they can help you get a replacement document.
• Donate A Car will mail you tax forms shortly after your vehicle has been donated so you can receive the correct deduction when filing your taxes.

More About Wildlife Care Association

Over 6,000 sick, injured, or orphaned animals are brought to Wildlife Care Association each year by other agencies and concerned citizens. 70% of these animals are birds, and many have life threatening injuries. The WCA provides essential medical assistance to these animals with the help of vets, staff, and volunteers. After the animal has fully recovered and are able to take care of themselves again they are released back into the wild. Currently in the Sacramento area where the Wildlife Care Association is located other agencies such as the zoo’s, veterinary clinics, and the County and City Animal Care can not care for orphaned and injured wildlife, and they are giving to the WCA. In March of 2007 the Wildlife Care Association celebrated their 25th Anniversary, as a part of the National Wildlife Rehabilitators Association.

The Mission Statement of the Wildlife Care Association

The WCA is dedicated to the preservation and management of the wildlife habitat. The Wildlife Care Association is pledged to the rehabilitation and release of rescued local wildlife, giving animals a second chance at life.

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Ecological Sustainability, Diversity, and Your Recycled Car

Most people are trying to follow the reduce, reuse, and recycle message these days. Municipalities and individuals are implementing programs that reduce the amount of waste that goes into landfills around the world, some are turning waste into energy, and many families are making the commitment to live a more sustainable lifestyle. But at the Cuvilly Arts & Earth Center, a beautiful little farm in Ipswich, Massachusetts, the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur are doing more than just choosing to live a sustainable life. They are teaching the next generation to love the earth, to respect all life, and to work hard for a better tomorrow. And you can help them by donating your car. A step that will help you turn your desire to take care of the earth into the opportunity for children to learn and grow.

A Natural Classroom

The Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, who have made education their mission in America since 1840, utilize the farm as both a classroom and teacher for their Preschool and Kindergarten programs. Through hands on experiences with organic gardening, animal husbandry, and active involvement in the natural world around them the Sisters are teaching students their one guiding principle: “All of life is sacred and the diversity of life is essential for the well being of the planet.”

Hard Work and Willing Hands

Throught their hard work and the generous donations of others the sisters have been able to reuse a post and beam barn, built in 1856, as an education center complete with a diversity of animals; a garden project where they are training new farmers and supporting local farm to school food programs; and a renewable energy initiative complete with photovoltaic and wind energy. All of these projects are centered around a fundamental belief that a happy and healthy life is grounded in a healthy earth, and that every member of a community is responsible to help maintain it.

Throughout the summer they offer classes for 5-7 year olds that focuses on local eating and sustainability, giving the students the opportunity to consider what their life would be like if they only ate what they could get within a 50 to 100 mile radius of their own home.

Turn Your Old Car Into a New Future

If you are looking for a way to recycle your old vehicle, a way that will not just get it out of your way but actually make the world a better place, consider donating your car to help the Cuvilly Arts & Earth Center.  Your donation goes a long way towards helping the next generation and creating a healthy environment.

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CalTrout: Founded by Anglers – Angling for Preserving Wild Fish

There are some activities that are part of the collective American memory: mom, baseball, apple pie, and fishing. In California, where beautiful rivers are challenged by drought, land use issues, and water right concerns a group of dedicated individuals are working hard to preserve the wild river spaces in California’s magnificent landscape. California Trout is on a mission to “ensure resilient wild fish thriving in healthy waters for a better California”. Your donation of that old, unused car in your driveway through Donate a Car, can help them preserve an American tradition for generations of Americans in the future.

A Heritage Worth Saving

Once a necessity of survival, fishing has become a sport associated with relaxation and appreciation for the natural world. For generations, California anglers have been sharing their love of the wild with good friends, family and been mentoring youth who have come to the wild places in search of peace and quiet. This heritage, which connects us with the flora and fauna of the earth, is an essential part of encouraging continuing efforts in conservation and environmental responsibility. People who spend time in the wild are more inclined to preserve it. When mankind is part of the natural landscape, not a separate entity, preservation stops being an unsavory activity and becomes a necessity in saving an important part of their life.

CalTrout Projects

CalTrout currently has 30 projects in California. These projects include scientific research to determine the impact of agricultural, development, and water use on streams and fish populations statewide. CalTrout promotes research, education, and legislation focused on preserving fish habitat for the benefit of man and wildlife both. With 14 Keystone initiatives, aimed at key areas where water concerns are paramount, and 35 individual projects statewide, CalTrout is working with landowners and government officials statewide to strike a healthy balance between the needs of expanding population and native habitats.

Fish, Water, People

CalTrout focuses on science-based research and community based decision making which allows for positive measures being taken to preserve the natural beauty and productivity of California’s streams, rivers, estuaries and waterways. Their work takes them from the farm fields and fishing streams of California to the legislature in Sacramento and board rooms of businesses to advocate for open spaces for individuals and animals to coexist in.
You can help them work for the preservation of California’s wild places by donating your old car through Donate A Car. They make it easy for you to turn an unused eyesore into the funds needed to continue fighting for your wild place freedoms.

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Helping Friends For Life Animal Rescue

If you are an animal lover and are looking for a way to help those furry friends through vehicle donationlook no further than Friends For Life Animal Rescue. Friends For Life Animal Rescue helps animals living in the deserts or on the streets and are homeless, by educating the public and neuter/spay programs. Here are some of the great things about the Friends For Life organization:

History of Friends for Life Animal Rescue

Back in 1993 Friends for Life began with volunteers and board of directors and handled several hundreds of adoptions. Later in 1996 the organization was able to secure three building in downtown Gilbert, AZ to help animals have a place to call home until they find a permanent home.

Programs to Rescue

Acting as an advocate for the animals Friends Life Animal Rescue to prevent animals from starving, injury, and illness. Also assisting in spay/neuter programs help keep the population of strays in check in the community.

Adoption

Having an animal in the family is a great way to have a positive impact. Each animal is evaluated to help make sure the right fit for the family is made so that they can have a forever fit. Taking the time to listen to those who want to adopt an animal is vital for finding out which animal will be the best for adoption. They also gather information on each animal’s personality so they can make a good match with a family. They have adoption counselors that are trained and do follow ups with each adoption to make sure it was a success. The FFL supports the adoption throughout the life of the animal and is willing to take the animal back if necessary. A Mobile Adoption Vehicle that has air conditioning and houses up to 28 animals to help facilitate adoption all over.

Every Animal Matters

Rescue and rehabilitation is available to each animal. The FFL accepts animals that have been rejected by other organizations and medically treat and rehabilitate. Every animal has the right to be evaluated and treated and is treated individually. All ages, breeds, and health of each animals is accepted by Friends For Life. Most of the animals that are adopted through the FFL lives would be ended by other shelters because of the age, weight, or health.

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Supporting Those Who Suffer From HIV/AIDS

Every day, 8,000 people die from AIDS. Over the course of a year that ends up being around 3 million people. Those who are living with this condition go through a range of emotions. How do we reach out and best help each individual going through having HIV/AIDS and also to their families going through the initial shock. How do we give them the help they will need?

1. Anger And Shock Of Initial Diagnosis

Remember when September 11th happened? We all remember the feelings and initial shock we felt as we watched the TV screen in sheer horror. The first time hearing the news of your diagnosis and how it will impact you for the rest of your life can a tough pill to swallow. Many become depressed and have questions on how they will tell their families and who they feel safe telling. Things to help let those who are going through this would be:

• Support and understanding
• Your love and guidance
• Let them cry on your shoulder if needed or in whatever way it helps them to know you are not going anywhere
• Listen and don’t try to give advice

2. Fear Of How It Will All Progress

What would your reaction be if you were told you are HIV positive? Would it feel like doomsday? Would you feel uneasy about the future? What about having a future family or deciding to have kids? The unknown can be a scary thing for anyone. Not knowing the best path to take when getting treatment options. There is also the decision on when to start the medications necessary to help prolong a happy normal life. There are many things to consider, that it can become overwhelming for anyone.

• Help be involved with their treatment options
• Be there for them while they are figuring out what to do next
• Give lots of hugs and comfort
• Plan out some things for the future to look forward to ex: traveling somewhere, visiting far away family, getting married, having a family, etc.

3. Isolation

Many people will isolate themselves as their whole world is now crashing down and they don’t know what the future holds. They will shut down because they feel you won’t know how to help them. Or that you will treat them differently once they decide to let you know they are HIV positive. They also may feel their life is over and nothing else really matters anymore.

• Seek professional help if depression symptoms become too much for them
• Let them know what they mean to you
• Give encouragement when they do something outside their isolation comfort zone
• Find small ways to be there for them
• Help make their day

4. Fear Of Infecting Those Around You

Many will go through life having a fear of infecting their loved ones or even those around them. Why would they want to have another person go through this? Women who are HIV positive and want to be mothers will have a hard time choosing whether or not to bring children of her own in the world. She has an increased chance of bearing children that will be HIV positive themselves. Many also become extra cautious not wanting to spread the disease which will inhibit their personal lives.

• Reassure them that life is still beautiful! And to find joy in it
• Let them know you are not worried about being infected with HIV from them
• Help them understand you are there to support them in whatever endeavors they want for their future
• Don’t treat them differently because of being HIV positive.

Another great way to help your loved ones know of your support and to help get research for a cure would be, to donate one of your old cars that are not working anymore and gift it to the AIDS Research Alliance. You can help fight in this cause to make sure that those 8,000 dying every day will become zero.

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