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An Open Letter to Outdoor/Feral Cat Supporters

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I have been rescuing animals, both wild and domestic, since I was a child. I’ve rescued field mice to horses, and everything in between. I’m allergic to cats, but in my lifetime I’ve rescued five of them. Dear Outdoor Cat Owners/Feral Cat Supporters, Does the photo above sicken you? It sickens me.

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Rescue Spotlight: Kitten Rescue

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Kitten Rescue is a wonderful animal rescue organization! Founded in 1997, it has become one of the largest animal rescue groups in Los Angeles. Kitten Rescue volunteers place approximately 1,000 cats and kittens into new homes every year. Kitten Rescue’s goal is to help Los Angeles become a no-kill city.

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Don’t Kill Bill Event

4 The Love Of Animals

After Kyla Duffy’s first Don’t Kill Bill performance at Blogpaws in September, the Blogosphere was abuzz with videos and reviews. Rescues will be present in the lobby to talk about their adoptables and volunteer opportunities. Proceeds from the show will be used to further Up For Pups animal advocacy efforts.

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Rescue Spotlight: Second Acts

4 The Love Of Animals

Second Acts is a non-profit fund raising organization that distributes 100% of all donations received to small, volunteer-run animal rescue groups nationwide that adopt a no-kill policy. Rescue Spotlight: Second Acts originally appeared on 4 The Love of Animals on September 12, 2009.

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Bird vs. Reptile in Key West

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Along with animal care director Peggy Coontz, Tom and a number of volunteers rescue and care for injured and orphaned wildlife within 15 miles of the Center, as well as those spotted on small islands around Key West. Key West Wildlife Center takes mostly birds, but will rescue mammals, marine mammals, and both land and sea turtles as well.

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Even Eagles Aren’t Immune …

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The Navajo also use eagle feathers as part of rituals, but don’t believe in killing the birds. The ruling is important because as recently as three years ago, several Hopi were prosecuted for illegally killing eagles. Google came to the rescue , helping the hapless fisher and his family figure out how to free the eagle.

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A Non-Lethal Solution for Both Wildlife and Feral Cats

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And Peter, who loves wildlife, has saved hundreds – if not thousands – of birds and small animals from being killed by two more feral cats. Instead of rounding them up, providing minimal veterinary care, and dumping them back on the streets, why not actually rescue them?