Oklahoma Woman Reunited with Lost Dog After Tornado
by Ian Elwood, ALDF's Online Editor
May 21st, 2013
After the hurricane in Oklahoma, amidst the destruction, a heartwarming reunion of a woman and her lost dog.
Rory Freedman's Beg
Rory Freedman's new book, Beg: A Radical New Way of Regarding Animals, offers a guide for people looking to get involved to help animals.
Five Questions with John Yunker
This week, John Yunker, author of the novel The Tourist Trail (Ashland Creek Press), sat down with the Animal Legal Defense Fund to discuss penguins, veganism, and animal advocacy in literature.
Where Are They Now? Jessica Johnson
May 7th, 2013
In this continuing series of updates on former SALDF members, ALDF is proud to spotlight Jessica Johnson.
Keeping Faith in a System That Doesn't Always Work
by Carter Dillard, ALDF's Director of Litigation
May 3rd, 2013
How many times have young activists, sometimes just out of high school, stopped me and asked "What is the best way to help animals?" I used to tell them: "Go to law school, the way I did, and make the legal system work for animals." I say that less now.
Running Through the Night: My Double Marathon for the Animals
by William Rivas-Rivas, ALDF's Director of Development
April 25th, 2013
At midnight on June 16th, I will do something amazing for animals. I will lace up my shoes and run a marathon in the hilliest city in the U.S.…twice.
Celebrating Canines is Part of My Anti-burnout Regimen
by Joyce Tischler, ALDF's Founder and General Counsel
April 19th, 2013
Working to protect animals is emotionally draining. How do I protect myself from burning out? See my photo blog to find out!
30 Second Animal Law
April 18th, 2013
Love animals? Ever wish you went to law school? Now you can learn all about animal law, without the whopping student loans! With 30 Second Animal Law, ALDF attorneys and animal law experts will answer your questions… in 30 seconds or less!
Where Are They Now? Katie Barnett
April 4th, 2013
In this continuing series of updates on former SALDF members, ALDF is proud to spotlight Katie Barnett.
Empathy: A Reflection on Foie Gras
by Janiec Gutierrez, ALDF's Director of Operations
April 3rd, 2013
I understood in my mind they were trying to help me but my body didn't understand that. My body felt like it was being battered. For the birds, there is no logical understanding. There is no compassion. There is only brutality, betrayal, and pain.
Bird Flies the "Coop"
by Wendy Cromwell, ALDF's Paralegal
April 2nd, 2013
I always knew I had finally landed at the best job ever here at ALDF, but this past week just confirmed it.
Animal Legal Defense Fund Sues to Stop Texas Bigfoot Hunt
April 1st, 2013
Parks and Wildlife Department Taken to Task for Greenlighting Sasquatch Slaughter
Celebrating a Cruelty-Free Easter
by Jennifer Molidor, ALDF's Staff Writer
March 29th, 2013
It's time for all the sweets that spring holidays bring, but without the eggs and hold the cruelty.
Egg Labeling Lies: Take Action!
by Jennifer Molidor, ALDF's Staff Writer
March 28th, 2013
Do we have the right to know how eggs are really produced? Labels on egg cartons reading "From Caged Hens," "Cage-Free," or "Free-Range" would be a step in the right direction.
Aaron Simpson: The Heart of a Fighter
March 22nd, 2013
What makes a warrior fight insurmountable opponents with courage and heart? Aaron Simpson is one such warrior.
Cycling Champion Gone to the Dogs
March 21st, 2013
Levi Leipheimer Takes On Puppy Mills for Animal Legal Defense Fund's Animal Law Video Series
Going the Distance for Dogs with Levi Leipheimer
by Jennifer Molidor, ALDF's Staff Writer
March 21st, 2013
Champion cyclist Levi Leipheimer is going the distance with the Animal Legal Defense Fund to protect dogs!
ALDF Animal Book Club’s First Giveaway & Contest
by Jennifer Molidor, ALDF's Staff Writer
March 11th, 2013
The Animal Legal Defense Fund is excited to announce its first Animal Book Club contest!
Interview with Maya Gupta, Executive Director of Ahimsa House
February 12th, 2013
At the 2012 Animal Law Conference, Dr. Maya Gupta spoke on the link between domestic violence and animal cruelty. ALDF followed up with this interview to get more details.
My Sweet Symba
by Jennifer Molidor, ALDF's Staff Writer
January 10th, 2013
Symba is my three-legged miracle kitty, my sweet buddy hopping on his back leg through the forest, a rascally adventurer, who is made of love. I'll never find another Symba.
So You Wanna Be an Animal Lawyer?
November 30th, 2012
You’re almost a senior in high school, or just starting college, and you think you might want to spend your life helping animals? Animal law may be for you!
A Cruelty-Free Day of Thanks: For the Turkeys
by Jennifer Molidor, ALDF's Staff Writer
November 19th, 2012
A day of gratitude and compassion cannot include cruelty or slaughter.
The UCLA Animal Law Society: Raising Awareness of Animals and the Law
October 11th, 2012
The Animal Law Society is UCLA’s SALDF chapter, comprised of several officers and a wider group of UCLA law students interested in animal legal issues.
A Picture’s Worth a Thousand Purrs
by Lisa Franzetta, ALDF's Director of Communications
October 5th, 2012
I have been the doting mom to three rescued cats, which means I have a lot of cat pics to share. Tell us your rescue story, enter the Rescue Tails photo contest today!
For Good Luck, Adopt a Black Cat
by John Melia, ALDF Litigation Fellow
October 3rd, 2012
Black cats enjoy seasonal fame around Halloween, but are overlooked in shelters year-round. Share your rescue story, enter the Rescue Tails photo contest today!
Loving Nonhuman Animals and Each Other
by Kelly LaToza Levenda, Guest Blogger
August 20th, 2012
My husband and I immediately bonded over our love for animals. Naturally, our love for animals influenced our wedding.
Are We Really So Different?
by Angelina Martin, ALDF's Bookkeeper
August 10th, 2012
It is our similar experiences that connect us and lead us to a greater understanding of one another.

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