I had my beloved cat, Dakis, flown down to me while I was living in Miami years ago – and it was a traumatic experience for both of us. She had already landed when I arrived at the airport and I could hear her whaling the second I walked through the airport doors. They’d put her in cargo – she was cold and terrified. Needless to say… I’ll never do that again.
Well, animal rights activist & Green With Glamour friend, Jorja Fox, just turned me on to Pet Airways – a comfortable, caring way to transport your pets via air.
Here’s their credo:
We promise to transport your pet with lots of love, care, safety, and comfort in the main cabin.
Pet Airways is the first airline exclusively dedicated to pets – no humans please – and we take the job of providing a comfortable experience for pets very seriously.
We’ll do everything in our power to make sure your pets get the best care during their journey because we’re committed to taking care of our pet “pawsengers” as if they were our own.
Incredible 7 yr old Ridgeback/Shepherd that is scheduled to be terminated in 5 DAYS! A very sweet dog responds greatly with men & women. Diego is 70 pounds, & he does not seem to be leash-trained or socialized with other dogs. We don’t know if he’s aggressive with other animals or just excited, but it’s suggested that he be in a 1 animal family. PLEASE HELP!
Email me at deana@greenwithglamour.com if you can help!
I’m not her biggest fan. It’s not that I don’t care for her, it’s more like I don’t identify with her, but… check this out. Rachael Ray has offered up $200,000 to charities the help animals in need. In what she’s calling “Mutt Madness”, Rachael has launched an initiative to help raise money for organizations that practices no-kill animal wellness.
According to Ray’s site:
”If you’ve got a [charitable] organization that practices no-kill animal wellness, then enter to win up to $50,000! How does it work? Our panel will choose 64 qualified organizations to participate in a fun, brackets-style program where the public votes for the winners. After 6 rounds of cash rewards, the grand prize winner will receive $50,000! All in all, we are giving away over $200K to organizations that have shown a serious committment to helping animals in need.”
Gorgeous pop songstress and animal rights supporter, Leona Lewis, approached a homeless man last week who was leading a rabbit on a leash down LA’s Melrose Avenue. When she inquired as to what his plans were for the little bunny, he responded “… probably eat him.” The quick-thinking and compassionate Leona promptly offered the gentleman $100 for alternate food in exchange for the rabbit – which he gladly took. The lovely Ms. Lewis took the sweet bunny back to her home garden where the newly-named “Melrose” is living happily.
This is not the lovely Ms. Lewis’ first act of animal love. According to Ecozazzi, “Leona is a vegetarian and an avid animal rights supporter. Last year she turned down a $2 million offer from exclusive London store Harrods to open its summer sale because the store sold fur. She is currently living in LA to record her second album.”
Ok… we all have our own views on leather. Here’s mine: I do not buy anything with new leather – personally or for Green with Glamour… whether it’s vegetable-tanned, chromium-free – or any other supposed “eco-friendly” means of treating cow hide. I personally don’t think ANY new leather is good for the environment and here’s why… cows “living” in gastly conditions, being slaughtered way inhumanely and the fact that “greenhouse” gasses (caused more by cattle than cars, people!) are the greatest cause of climate change all lead me to believe that we’ve done a great disservice to ourselves and cow-kind by making leather such an everyday, vin ordinaire material. No new leather – that’s where I stand.
As for recycled leather… I’m all for it. It’s a shame that it exists, but the bottom line is – it does, so let’s use it. In fact, I’m a champion of re-using the massive amounts of leather that already covers this planet… especially when it’s in a chic, clever way! Enter the Fainting Man wallet by a new GwG vendor, Hypothesis.
I’m loving this line… they scour 2nd hand stores for existing leather goods and make them oh-so-much more appealing! One-of-a-kind and cleverly made from an upcycled/recycled, all leather base, this tan wallet features a white image of a fainting man. Ink is acid-free archival processed. Zipper closure houses accordian style inside with space for cash, cards, and change. Crafty “updating” done by hand in Massachusetts. Brillsville!
LOS ANGELES - Our dear friend, Johnny Burns, has been caring for a stray mommy and her beautiful, new litter of sweeties… however, now – it’s time to find them homes.
Available immediately: One calico. An outspoken ragamuffin. Independent.
Two pretty twins. One boy, one girl? Grey and white. One is shy and scared, but coming around.
The 4th is a smaller version of the grey and white twins. Seems skinnier than the others. She doesn’t like the word runt, prefers “petite item”.
All babies are healthy, eating kitty food & thriving.
Adopt me… I have a lot of love to give!
Please email info@greenwithglamour.com for more details & to schedule a meeting. Would LOVE to adopt 2 and 2 as to not split up too much.
Have you ever wondered what’s in your favorite beauty product and/or if the manufacturer tests on animals? Of course, there are obvious clues that help… such as the “No Animal Testing Bunny” symbol or a simple list of ingredients. But if you’re looking to be a bit more Nancy Drew-ish, check out the Skin Deep Cosmetics Safety Database! It lists almost every cosmetic product and company you can think of along – with the ingredients of each product and the illnesses or reactions that have been linked to each ingredient. I know this sounds scary, and you may be surprised what actually makes up your favorite face wash… C’mon, ignorance is not bliss when it comes to your health!
This database was put together by the Environmental Working Group to educate consumers like us. It’s a bit shocking to discover that many of the cosmetics that claim to be “good” for your skin may actually be harmful. If you absolutely cannot give up your favorite makeup or skincare product just use less (though there are probably stellar healthy alternatives). My skincare regime is officially down to just a natural face wash and moisturizer. The more products you can cut out the fewer chemicals will be absorbed into your body and definitely beware of those super-long ingredients list… What I have learned most from this site is that less is definitely more!
Birthday candles are nothing… It’s those toxic ingredients you have to watch!
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With Spring scents lingering in the air… you may want to also check out Megan’s post on her favorite floral fragrances!
The cool, indie-vibed, Nashville-based line, Prophetik is a good fit for Green with Glamour. Their pieces are street chic, sustainably produced and always seem to be linked to an addition worthy cause – land conservation in Tennessee, AidSudan, or their latest effort, a collaboration with AEACP (Asian Elephant Art Conservation Project). The Elle dress, featured this month in GwG’s nod from Lucky Magazine is the result of their AEACP effort. THIS DRESS WAS PAINTED BY ELEPHANTS!!! That gorgeous pattern splashed all over this organic silk stunner was actually painted by these magnificent creatures in Thailand AND part of the Elle’s proceeds go to building a sanctuary for the artists in their homeland! Watch videos of these artsy elephants painting… it’s awesome!
I realize that this is not what you want to hear, but please read on… being informed never hurt, right? I’ve fallen in love with The Farm Sanctuary, an amazing animal rescue with locations in South Cal and New York. Now… I’m the FURTHEST thing from a nature girl or farm-y person, but I am an animal lover and I’m constantly inspired by humans devoted to animal welfare!
Here are just a couple facts that everyone should know about what we’re buying/supporting:
DOWN
Down, the very soft feathers from the breasts of geese and ducks, is plucked from birds slaughtered for food or from forcibly restrained, live animals.
No matter how they are removed, feathers normally come from birds who live miserable lives of confinement inside large warehouses.
Birds who undergo live de-feathering may be plucked three to five times during their short lives.
SILK
Silk comes from the caterpillars of the silk moth, who protect themselves by spinning silk strands to form a cocoon.
Each worm may produce up to a mile and half of continuous thread. To retain an unbroken thread of silk, moths are commonly boiled, baked or steamed alive when they are ready to emerge.
CASHMERE
Goats raised for cashmere are typically reared in filthy, crowded conditions.
Shorn months prior to their natural shedding time, the goats are often exposed to cold temperatures and become more susceptible to illness.
Goats are often ear notched, de-horned and castrated without anesthesia and sold for meat after their first fiber harvest.
MOHAIR
While a growing number of goats are being used for milk and meat in the United States, the majority are still used for mohair.
Intolerably sensitive to the cold and parasites, the goats often suffer from chills after their fleece is removed.
SHEEP’S WOOL
Sheep have been purposely bred to produce excessive wool. As a result of having an abnormal amount of wool, many sheep suffer from fly infestations, skin sores and wool parasites.
During shearing, the majority of these animals are handled roughly and their fleece is removed as quickly as possible. Injuries are common and shearers frequently cut into the flesh of terrified sheep.
Lambs typically suffer from painful mutilations, such as tail docking and castration, without anesthesia. Sheep may also undergo mulesing, a painful process by which a four by six-inch piece of skin is cut from their tails and backside.
When the sheep are no longer producing prime wool, they are commonly transported to slaughterhouses in overcrowded trucks. Many sheep become “downers” and are left to suffer and die slowly from neglect.
I realize that this is not what you want to hear, but please read on… being informed never hurt, right? I’ve fallen in love with The Farm Sanctuary, an amazing animal rescue with locations in South Cal and New York. Now… I’m the FURTHEST thing from a nature girl or farm-y person, but I am an animal lover and I’m constantly inspired by humans devoted to animal welfare!
Here are just a couple facts that everyone should know about what we’re buying/supporting:
DOWN
Down, the very soft feathers from the breasts of geese and ducks, is plucked from birds slaughtered for food or from forcibly restrained, live animals.
No matter how they are removed, feathers normally come from birds who live miserable lives of confinement inside large warehouses.
Birds who undergo live de-feathering may be plucked three to five times during their short lives.
SILK
Silk comes from the caterpillars of the silk moth, who protect themselves by spinning silk strands to form a cocoon.
Each worm may produce up to a mile and half of continuous thread. To retain an unbroken thread of silk, moths are commonly boiled, baked or steamed alive when they are ready to emerge.
CASHMERE
Goats raised for cashmere are typically reared in filthy, crowded conditions.
Shorn months prior to their natural shedding time, the goats are often exposed to cold temperatures and become more susceptible to illness.
Goats are often ear notched, de-horned and castrated without anesthesia and sold for meat after their first fiber harvest.
MOHAIR
While a growing number of goats are being used for milk and meat in the United States, the majority are still used for mohair.
Intolerably sensitive to the cold and parasites, the goats often suffer from chills after their fleece is removed.
SHEEP’S WOOL
Sheep have been purposely bred to produce excessive wool. As a result of having an abnormal amount of wool, many sheep suffer from fly infestations, skin sores and wool parasites.
During shearing, the majority of these animals are handled roughly and their fleece is removed as quickly as possible. Injuries are common and shearers frequently cut into the flesh of terrified sheep.
Lambs typically suffer from painful mutilations, such as tail docking and castration, without anesthesia. Sheep may also undergo mulesing, a painful process by which a four by six-inch piece of skin is cut from their tails and backside.
When the sheep are no longer producing prime wool, they are commonly transported to slaughterhouses in overcrowded trucks. Many sheep become “downers” and are left to suffer and die slowly from neglect.
I have tell you… I am personally detached from the war(s) that the U.S. soldiers are fighting in Iraq & Afghanistan. I don’t know any soldiers – I can’t even think of anyone I know who’s related to or acquainted with an active soldier. I certainly support the individuals over there (particularly those who enlisted as a means to pay for college – or to better their situations in general), but I’m angry as hell that they’re over there – and I want them brought home. One thing that has never occurred to me are the “best friends” that these people have to leave behind when they ship out. That being said, I heard an amazing NPR piece the other day about an organization called Canine Corps.
LOOK AT THESE GORGEOUS CREATURES!!! These are dogs that would have been turned over to shelters or worse! Their “owners” are all active soldiers – who when called for duty – were faced with little or no options for their pooches care. Canine Corps (along with Paw Prints Sanctuary – a safe haven for elderly, handicapped & chronically ill dogs) is the incredible brainchild of a retired couple in central Pennsylvania. Rather than buy their dream condo in Myrtle Beach, they’ve spent their retirement savings on building an amazing facility for all of these dogs in need -a brand new “barn” with roomy pods for each pooch, heated floors & a plethora of sofas on which these babies can lounge until their soldier comes home!
Canine Corps care for these dogs at NO EXPENSE to the soldiers! They operate by way of donations and volunteers, so if you find what they are doing as inspiring and important as i do… DONATE or if you live in central PA, VOLUNTEER! xo db
I have tell you… I am personally detached from the war(s) that the U.S. soldiers are fighting in Iraq & Afghanistan. I don’t know any soldiers – I can’t even think of anyone I know who’s related to or acquainted with an active soldier. I certainly support the individuals over there (particularly those who enlisted as a means to pay for college – or to better their situations in general), but I’m angry as hell that they’re over there – and I want them brought home. One thing that has never occurred to me are the “best friends” that these people have to leave behind when they ship out. That being said, I heard an amazing NPR piece the other day about an organization called Canine Corps.
LOOK AT THESE GORGEOUS CREATURES!!! These are dogs that would have been turned over to shelters or worse! Their “owners” are all active soldiers – who when called for duty – were faced with little or no options for their pooches care. Canine Corps (along with Paw Prints Sanctuary – a safe haven for elderly, handicapped & chronically ill dogs) is the incredible brainchild of a retired couple in central Pennsylvania. Rather than buy their dream condo in Myrtle Beach, they’ve spent their retirement savings on building an amazing facility for all of these dogs in need -a brand new “barn” with roomy pods for each pooch, heated floors & a plethora of sofas on which these babies can lounge until their soldier comes home!
Canine Corps care for these dogs at NO EXPENSE to the soldiers! They operate by way of donations and volunteers, so if you find what they are doing as inspiring and important as i do… DONATE or if you live in central PA, VOLUNTEER! xo db
