The first chapter of my new book describes the day that a gang of us trekked up a mountain to rescue and bring eight abandoned goats, several of whom were injured, back to the safety and plenty of CAS. It was a long, rich, magical day. A day that settled into our bones, and that … Read more
PS 244 in Queens, NY recently made headlines around the world when it became the first public school in the country to serve exclusively vegetarian meals for both breakfast and lunch. Now on June 19th, while children around the U.S. eat chicken nuggets in their school cafeterias, fifty third graders from PS 244 will hold … Read more
Roosters may be the most misunderstood and under-appreciated animal on the planet. Our history of cockfighting only adds to their reputation as aggressive animals, but cockfighters have been bred, fed, and trained to promote aggression, and to fight with knives attached to their spurs. Despite being illegal in all 50 states, the brutal sport still … Read more
[This is a guest blog post written by Amanda Citarella, a CAS intern.] It seems only a few years ago the word “vegan†was an obscurity. But now, Justin Timberlake is singing “Bring It On Down To Veganville†on Saturday Night Live, CNN’s Jane Velez Mitchell often takes on tough farm animal issues, and even … Read more
I had no idea that the Swedish furniture company IKEA serves meatballs and sausages in its big box stores. But it does. IKEA announced this week that it would recall meatballs and sausages from its stores across Europe amid concerns that they might contain horsemeat. In doing so, IKEA became the latest retail giant involved … Read more
On December 1st, we launched our $30,000 in 30 days gift match challenge and thanks to generous donors like you, we not only met the match, we exceeded it! Thank you to all of you who gave so generously to support our mission. This match will help us tremendously as we begin a new year … Read more
It’s officially the New Year and resolutions for 2013 are on everyone’s mind. While losing weight, getting out of debt, or kicking a cigarette habit tend to rank high on the list of common resolutions, at Catskill Animal Sanctuary we’re asking you to consider a resolution this year that will help make the world a … Read more
Celebrate the true spirit of the holidays by giving gifts that matter to the people who matter. Whether it’s a parent, child, relative, teacher or someone else you want to remember in a special way this season, giving a gift that gives twice is a meaningful way to show you care. When you choose gifts … Read more
Nigel began volunteering at CAS through Samaritan Village, a recovery program for chemically addicted adults. Nigel, and other Samaritan Village volunteers, stepped forward to assist CAS with construction projects, special events, and more. We are fortunate to have their assistance, and look forward to each of their visits. Nigel, in particular, was moved by his … Read more
October was Vegetarian Awareness Month, and at Catskill Animal Sanctuary we celebrated by helping you go veg! Michelle shared her “Top 10 Reasons to Go Veg” and Kathy gave you “30 Reasons and 30 Ways to Go Veg.” We told you about a 12-year-old boy who decided to make the switch, and about four recent … Read more
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