Better Life for Animals Blog

Watch carefully for signs that an animal is overheating. Symptoms might include excessive panting, drooling, weakness, lethargy, or unusual behavior. Chickens may spread their wings to release heat. Pigs may stop moving or eating. If you see any of these signs, take action immediately. Move the animal to shade, offer cool water, and mist or sponge their body.

We are not the first movement to fight injustice. Look at what happened with tobacco. For decades, the industry buried facts, manipulated public opinion, and silenced critics. But advocates kept pushing until the truth came out.

Contrary to popular belief, running a sanctuary is not idyllic or easy. It is demanding, physical, and emotionally exhausting work. Caregivers rise before dawn to prepare special diets, clean and repair enclosures, monitor behaviors, and administer medications. The cost of care is high, and most sanctuaries operate on limited budgets fueled by donations and small grants.

For me, the journey into animal advocacy started with dogs. I wanted to keep them out of shelters, so I created Share A Dog, a free app connecting busy dog owners with part-time caregivers. But what began as a simple mission to help companion animals soon became something much bigger. I realized that all animals […]

Most people hear “animal sanctuaries” and picture rescued farm animals – cows, pigs, or chickens spared from slaughter. But countless sanctuaries are quietly devoted to the smallest and most overlooked companions: rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, rats, mice, and other domesticated animals. Too often viewed as temporary pets or “starter animals,” they are frequently bought on […]

While most people go about their daily routines, a quiet yet powerful movement is changing the fate of countless animals. In the places where nature and human compassion intersect, animal sanctuaries serve as lifelines, offering not just immediate care but lasting solutions for animals who have suffered neglect and abuse. – The journey from harm […]

For those of us fortunate enough to have lived long lives – to have raised a family, built a career, and experienced the world – there comes a moment when we ask ourselves, What’s next? I’ve been asking myself this for many years. As an animal lover, a devoted dog parent, and a passionate advocate […]

Interested in raising your kids on a plant-based diet, but not sure where to start?

How to talk to kids about veganism? or about animal welfare? It can seem daunting, but it doesn’t have to be!

Read on to discover 7 reasons why you need to avoid aquariums this summer.

Summer break is fast approaching and it’s time to start planning an action-packed summer for your vegan family!

Wondering how to stop consuming dairy? Want to raise your family on a dairy-free diet? Read our tips and advice to start your journey!

Our easy-peasy guide to teaching children and teens about animal rights

Guide on how to make the change to a meat-free diet

Find out how you can enjoy a cruelty free Easter with your loved ones – let’s veganify the holidays!

Are Petting Zoos Ethical? Let’s consider some facts…

Learn why it’s so important to teach children to love and care for animals.

Our advice to young readers who may be feeling worried about being vegan and the festive season. Read on!

How to teach compassion and empathy towards animals to children – a complete and friendly guide to bring out the best in your kids.

Do you really know what organic means? We debunk the food label, what it actually means, common misconceptions and benefits of organic produce.