Support local nature centers and wildlife

sanctuaries.

Don’t allow hunting or trapping on your property.

In the wild and at home, horses tend to live in groups, with one stallion and several bands comprising a herd.

Originally, horses were used by the people of Europe and Asia for food and their hides; later they became domesticated and became used for transportation, war partners, agriculture, and pets.

If you suspect a person or facility of animal abuse or neglect, please contact your local animal control officer. Remember, there is a proven link between animal abuse and eventual human abuse.

April 20–26, 2008

Imagine how powerful we could be if everyone reading this would just take a few minutes to engage in even one action for animals in labs during World Week for Animals in Laboratories (WWAIL)! Please, make a commitment today to take action for animals in laboratories — it could be as simple as making a phone call or writing a letter. Here are just a few ways to help animals during WWAIL: Take part in IDA’s Call-In Days to National Institutes of Health (NIH) during WWAIL to ask them to put an end to the use of animals in nicotine experiments. Send a letter to the editor of your local newspaper. Organize an event in your area such as a demonstration or educational table. Volunteer to set up a “Memorial Field” display that will solemnly commemorate the millions of animals who die in the name of science. Adopt an activist — help make our demos successful without ever leaving your computer!

For more information, visit the WWAIL web site.

Saturday, April 19, 2008
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Old Westbury Gardens, 71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury, NY

Mid-Atlantic Basset Hound Rescue will have an information table at this event. Bring your leashed dog for an invigorating walk and healthy exercise in the designated areas of Old Westbury Gardens. Dog activities, exhibits, demonstrations, and games, including a demonstration of the Canine Good Citizen Test by the Ladies Kennel Association of America, agility demostrations by Long Island Agility, and exhibits by area animal welfare and rescue groups.

Admission is $6 general, $5 seniors, $3 children, free 6 and younger; free parking.

For more information, contact Suzanne Fitch at 908.256.0598 or info@midatlanticbassets.com,
or visit the Mid-Atlantic Basset Hound Rescue web site.