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In honor of American Eagle Day we begin with a discussion about how the bald eagle became part of the Great Seal of the United States, and how its extinction was averted. Bald eagle populations are now strong. Then, Lori continues with more fascinating facts about both bald and golden eagles. Plus, China cracks down […]
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Suddenly and without prior notice, the USDA just took down a vast amount of critical information from its webpages concerning the welfare of animals. Lori asks John Goodwin, Senior Director of the Humane Society of the United States’ Campaign Against Puppy Mills, to review this event and its consequences. Goodwin calls it an assault on animals, […]
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The show’s first guest is Jeff Dorson, Executive Director of the Humane Society of Louisiana, who speaks with Lori about preparing for disasters, especially hurricanes. Jeff offers many practical tips to keep all our critters safe during these emergencies. Then, Oct 20 is International Sloth Day and Lori shares some fun facts about these arboreal […]
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This show begins with Peter and Animals Today legal expert, Bob Ferber, discussing Ag-gag laws. These laws are anti-whistleblower laws designed to shield factory farms from the inquisitive lenses of undercover videographers demonstrating animal cruelty. The Idaho law was just struck down as unconstitutional, but according to Ferber, don’t expect these laws in other states […]
