Off-Topic: Greyhounds

Hello all! As the title has warned you, this post is not about wildlife conservation. Today, I want to shed some light on another issue. 

I don't talk too much about myself on my blog here, but I will tell you that I share my home, and my heart, with a rescued greyhound who was retired from a racing track. Since we got her, my family has become more aware of the cruelty these animals face. 

Right now, there is an international movement to close down the Canidrome, a racetrack off of mainland China, where there is no rescue program. No dog gets out alive. Even while racing, these poor greyhounds suffer malnutrition, illness, and open wounds without any sort of treatment or proper care. Please take a moment and go to www.grey2kusa.org to sign their petition. 

Thanks guys! I'll be back with more wildlife blogs shortly! 

Species Suffering (Warning: Graphic Photographs)

Hello everyone, and thank you for stopping by. Today, I'd like to look at a few images that represent several tragic events that are happening to global wildlife right now. All too often, it is easy to discount an issue, or underestimate it. The following pictures show the devastating effects that humans have on their neighbors. "A picture is worth a thousand words", so I will not describe or interpret, I will simply include the link if you'd like to learn more. Keep in mind, these things may not be happening right where you are, but they are happening right now. 

The White Rhino Almost Wiped Out

Melting Sea Ice Spells Doom for Polar Bears

Palm Oil Fuels Primate Genocide

The Perils of Plastic Pollution

The Slow Loris Species Suffering Because of Illegal Pet Trade

Shark Finning is an Unnecessary Slaughter

What are these pictures saying to the world? "Open your eyes." Will you?