At Sustainable Action Now, we believe in taking action for a better, more compassionate world. One area where change is urgently needed is the practice of animal testing. The brutal truth is that millions of animals, like Bo and Docker, are suffering in laboratories worldwide, forced to endure pain, distress, and eventual death for experiments […]
At Sustainable Action Now, we believe that real change happens when awareness meets action—and this week, we’re witnessing a glimmer of victory in the fight to protect animals used in cruel and outdated laboratory experiments. For years, activists, scientists, and animal advocacy organizations like PETA have been sounding the alarm about the horrific research conducted
In yet another sign of instability within the federal agency responsible for managing America’s public lands, Mike Nedd, the Deputy Director for Administration and Programs at the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), was escorted out of his office following internal conflict involving the Department of Energy (DOGE). This sudden removal adds to a growing list
At Sustainable Action Now, we are committed to exposing the hidden injustices that undermine both animal welfare and ethical science. One of the most deeply disturbing issues we’ve brought to light is the long-standing practice of U.S. taxpayer dollars funding cruel animal experiments in foreign laboratories. These secretive, unregulated operations operate with little transparency and
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At Sustainable Action Now, we are committed to uniting people and the planet through awareness, action, and immersive experiences that reconnect us with the natural world. As our world continues to face urgent environmental challenges, it is more important than ever to cultivate a deep connection with Nature. That’s why we’re proud to deliver more
In a monumental shift that promises to reshape the landscape of scientific research, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) has announced a decisive move away from outdated and inhumane animal testing methods. This decision marks a significant victory for both ethical standards and scientific progress, aligning with the principles advocated by PETA’s Research Modernization NOW
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No Justification Left: The Case Against Animal Testing in the Age of Effective Alternatives – Why reducing government grants to animal research is a step in the right direction When President Donald Trump implemented a policy slashing $2 billion in government grants tied to animal experimentation, few expected the decision would spark support from animal
“How the Other Half Lives” installation contrasts monkeys thriving in nature with those trapped in federally funded laboratories Seattle pedestrians were recently greeted by a surreal and haunting sight: a towering pair of binoculars standing tall in the heart of the city. But this wasn’t a quirky art piece—it was the first stop on PETA’s
Innovative Alternatives to Animal Testing: A New Era in Research In recent years, there has been a growing movement to stop testing on animals, driven by ethical concerns and the advancement of technology. The demand for alternatives to animal testing has never been more crucial, as scientists and researchers seek methods that are both humane
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The Amur leopard, a subspecies of leopard, is one of the most endangered cats in the world. It lives in Russia and China where winters can be very cold and harsh. Watch a clip from BBC’s Planet Earth of a mother Amur leopard and her cub trying to find food: To learn more about Amur
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Learn about the amazing blue whale for World Whale Day. Photo by eco2drew / iStock.com. In honor of World Whale Day, celebrated the third Sunday in February every year, here are five cool facts about blue whales. 1. Blue whales are the largest animals to ever live on Earth! Imagine three school buses lined up
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Some of the animals at Lincoln Park Zoo in Chicago have trekked out into the snow and left some very cool footprints. Can you guess who left these prints? Hover over the footprint photo to reveal who made it! Photo credits: Vickie Igleski and Christopher Bijalba / Lincoln Park Zoo. Photo credits: Jill Dignan and
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[ad_1] Dr. Douglas Kratt When Dr. Douglas Kratt assumed the AVMA presidency in July 2020, the country was in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic and resulting lockdowns. Nevertheless, Dr. Kratt made himself available to AVMA members via multiple Zoom calls to answer their questions while also directing concerned pet owners to the many AVMA
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[ad_1] Hold fast to dreams / For if dreams die / Life is a broken-winged bird / That cannot fly. 2025-02-24 Langston Hughes, poet, social activist, writer, playwright February is Black History Month Animal Health SmartBrief Designed specifically for veterinarians, Animal Health SmartBrief is a free daily email newsletter. It provides the latest news that
[ad_1] In this episode, we welcome back Dr. Elizabeth Johnson Million. Dr. Johnson Million is the Director of Veterinary Outreach at the International Council for Veterinary Assessment (ICVA), better known as the folks who create and administer the NAVLE. She helps demystify common misconceptions and questions around this test, including how the questions are created
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