The Barbi twins and I agree to disagree on a lot of issues, but I certainly commend them for doing their homework. They vehemently oppose horse slaughter on the grounds that horses weren’t bred for human consumption. I did not ask them to comment on zoo animal consumption of horse meat, but I pretty much know where they stand.
The Barbi twins assert that “horses were bred and domesticated to be companion animals like a dog or cat. They also served as working animals on farms, and provided transport for people. They also risked their lives in wartime.”
Read the rest of the article: http://newswatch.nationalgeographic.com/2012/03/02/barbi-twins-famous-for-equine-advocacy/
BARBI TWINS: Shane and Sia Barbi, Best Known Collectively as "The Barbi Twins", are Vegan Animal Activists, Rescuers, Authors and Spokespersons for Animal Rights: Educating and Advocating for the Safety and Well Being of All Animals and Marine Life Across the Globe. Media contact for Barbi Twins (Events, Support, etc): James Gonis, (310) 315-8635, jamesg@playboy.com
Showing posts with label Animal Organizations. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Animal Organizations. Show all posts
Sunday, March 4, 2012
Thursday, February 23, 2012
Barbi Twins Speak Out Against Hayden Law Repeal: Doom for Shelter Pets
We are spokespersons for Stray Cat Alliance (SCA), against the Hayden Law Repeal.
Governor Jerry Brown wants to revoke the Hayden Law for shelter pets in California which currently gives 4-6 days to allow owners to find their lost pets, injured animals to relieve donated medical attention or for fostering or adoption opportunity. Gov. Jerry Brown wants to cut funds off by eliminating the wait period and killing the pets within only a 72 hour waiting period. This will create mass killings at shelters. THIS IS NOT AN OPTION! Killing has only opened the window for breeders, creating more discarded pets that are dumped at shelters.
As SCA points out, it actually saves money to implement a spay/neuter program. For instance, to house, euthanize and dispose a pet, it's $250, whereas to simply fix the pet, it is less than $50.
Jerry Brown's solution is not only unethical and uncompassionate, it also won't solve the problem of pet population. Killing never has been an answer, just an excuse for breeders to continue to over-breed.
It is far cheaper and more cost effective to implement a spay/neuter program.
Petition to urge Gov Jerry Brown to reconsider the Hayden Law Repeal.
http://scapetitions.org/dont-repeal-hayden-petition
Governor Jerry Brown wants to revoke the Hayden Law for shelter pets in California which currently gives 4-6 days to allow owners to find their lost pets, injured animals to relieve donated medical attention or for fostering or adoption opportunity. Gov. Jerry Brown wants to cut funds off by eliminating the wait period and killing the pets within only a 72 hour waiting period. This will create mass killings at shelters. THIS IS NOT AN OPTION! Killing has only opened the window for breeders, creating more discarded pets that are dumped at shelters.
As SCA points out, it actually saves money to implement a spay/neuter program. For instance, to house, euthanize and dispose a pet, it's $250, whereas to simply fix the pet, it is less than $50.
Jerry Brown's solution is not only unethical and uncompassionate, it also won't solve the problem of pet population. Killing never has been an answer, just an excuse for breeders to continue to over-breed.
It is far cheaper and more cost effective to implement a spay/neuter program.
Petition to urge Gov Jerry Brown to reconsider the Hayden Law Repeal.
http://scapetitions.org/dont-repeal-hayden-petition
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
Bunny's Billionaire Helper
By Shane and Sia Barbi
Beverly Hills Times, April 7, 2009
Rarely heard from and almost never seen, there is a silent supporter in Los Angeles’ animal welfare world. He lives a quiet life, drives an 8-year old dog-friendly PT Cruiser and does his own grocery shopping, and while this hero manages to stay out of the public eye his generous contributions speak for him. His name is Dr. Gary Michelson.
One of “Forbes 400” richest Americans, Dr. Michelson built his fortune inventing spinal surgical devices. Now retired, he devotes his wealth to benefit causes aligned with his philanthropic passions, including founding two charitable organizations—one focusing on human genetic research and the other dedicated to helping homeless companion animals.
Pets have always been a positive force in Dr. Michelson’s life, providing great comfort through difficult times, and in return he is committed to ending the needless euthanasia that is the current de facto animal control policy in the United States and beyond.
Beverly Hills Times, April 7, 2009
One of “Forbes 400” richest Americans, Dr. Michelson built his fortune inventing spinal surgical devices. Now retired, he devotes his wealth to benefit causes aligned with his philanthropic passions, including founding two charitable organizations—one focusing on human genetic research and the other dedicated to helping homeless companion animals.
Pets have always been a positive force in Dr. Michelson’s life, providing great comfort through difficult times, and in return he is committed to ending the needless euthanasia that is the current de facto animal control policy in the United States and beyond.
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