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A humane society may be a group that aims to stop human or animal suffering due to cruelty or other reasons, although in many countries, it is now used mostly for societies for the prevention of cruelty to animals ( SPCAs). In the United Kingdom, it may also be a society that provides a waterways rescue, prevention, and recovery service, or that gives awards for the saving of human life. The first Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA), based on the British Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA), was set up in Victoria in 1871, followed by other SPCAs in Tasmania in 1872, New South Wales in 1873, South Australia in 1875, Queensland in 1883, and Western Australia in 1892, with the other territories following much later.[2] The SPCAs were given the Royal Warrant in 1956 and became known as the Royal Societies for the Protection of Cruelty to Animals, although they have no formal connection with the RSPCA UK. The national organisation, RSPCA Australia, was formed in 1981 to give a national voice on policy matters and advise the federal government on animal welfare issues.[3] The first SPCA in Canada was the Canadian SPCA founded in Montreal in 1869. The other societies developed on a regional basis and now 123 societies are represented at a federal level by the Canadian Federation of Humane Societies.[4]
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1. Greeen Puppy Care
November 01, 2009
The Humane Society estimates that there are more than 70,000 puppies and kittens born daily in the USA. This rampant overpopulation not only strains resources, but it also leads to neglected animals. Spay or neuter your pet to help curb the overpopulation that leads to the need for shelters. Use eco-friendly products. You can find an eco-friendly version of all things doggie these days. There are durable hemp toys, washable puppy pads for house breaking, and chemical-free cleaning products for bath time. Take a moment to read labels and the green products will be easy to spot. Compost... (read more)
Author: Kerry Perissi
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2. Animal Rescue Shelter Needs Your Help
October 11, 2009
I have a very large favor to ask. This comes from the heart, so it's a heart to heart conversation. Although the favor is big it is easy for me to ask and it will be easy for you to agree to help. I know this because I was asked and I gladly accepted when I saw how my small effort would help many who needed my assistance. A short build up before I ask the big fave so you will know where I'm coming from and why this is so important to me and to you. You may have noticed in your community a lot of folks this year losing their homes. Families have experienced job loss of one or more income ear... (read more)
Author: Scott Crider
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3. Are Pets in an Apartment a Good Idea?
October 08, 2009
As stated by the Humane Society in the United States, almost half of of the tenants in the United States have a pet. Even though this may be a profitable area that many property owners would want to become a part of, not every pet is going to be good to live in an apartment.
That's why many property owners who lease to people that own pets establish some type of rules for the kinds of animals they will allow. Many property owners determine their choices, particularly when it comes to canines, on the kind of breed and how much it weighs. For instance, if a property owner implemented guidel... (read more)
Author: Stirling Gardner
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4. Vancouver designer Tara Thompson gets ready for Cool vs. Cruel 2009
September 17, 2009
Vancouver fashion designer, Tara Thompson is participating in The Humane Society of the United States’ Cool vs. Cruel 2009 Fifth Annual Fashion Design Competition. Tara has chosen to use an Alexander McQueen design as her inspiration, using cruelty-free alternatives in place of the fur used by the designer.
Cool vs. Cruel is an annual fashion design contest that challenges the students from Art Institutes all over North America to design and create an evening wear, outerwear or suit garment that uses cruelty-free alternatives to animal fur, using elements from one of four provided design... (read more)
Author: Fiona Roberts
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5. Vancouver designer Jade Jordan gets ready for Cool vs. Cruel 2009
September 17, 2009
Vancouver fashion designer Jade Jordan, of TEZ Designs, is participating in The Humane Society of the United States’ Cool vs. Cruel 2009 Fifth Annual Fashion Design Competition. Jade has chosen to use a Michael Kors design as her inspiration, using cruelty-free alternatives to fur. So far she has designed the piece and made the pattern, now all she needs is a bit of time! In place of the fur Jade will be using polyester fringe which she will hand paint, with black shiny hemp fabric making up the rest of the dress.
Cool vs. Cruel is an annual fashion design contest that challenges the stu... (read more)
Author: Fiona Roberts
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6. Vancouver designer Ivanka Tanafranca gets ready for Cool vs. Cruel 2009
September 14, 2009
Vancouver fashion designer Ivanka Tanafranca is participating in The Humane Society of the United States’ Cool vs. Cruel 2009 Fifth Annual Fashion Design Competition. Ivanka has chosen to use a Michael Kors design as her inspiration, using cruelty-free alternatives to fur. She is cutting out the pieces, getting ready to sew it all together using two shades of burlap in place of the fur in the original design, along with black polyester.
Cool vs. Cruel is an annual fashion design contest that challenges the students from Art Institutes all over North America to design and create an evenin... (read more)
Author: Fiona Roberts
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7. Vancouver Fashion Designer Heather Williams Gets Ready for Cool VS Cruel 2009
September 03, 2009
NUYA Designs by Heather Williams (Vancouver designer) Puts Compassion in Fashion with Cool VS Cruel Vancouver fashion designer Heather Willaims is getting ready for the Cool VS Cruel on September 17, 2009 Vancouver fashion designer and head of NUYA Designs, Heather Williams finished pattern drafting and the muslin for the Humane Society's Cool VS Cruel competition. Sewing of the garment starts this week!!! “While consumer spending decisions ultimately support or reject the cruel fur trade, the fashion industry—designers, retailers, fashion editors and writers, celebrities and others—all hav... (read more)
Author: ashleigh said
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