The mission of the AWC is to prevent the abuse, exploitation, and suffering of all captive birds, and to address the crucial issues of rescue, rehabilitation, sanctuary, and adoption for unwanted birds.
The Indonesian Parrot Project / Project Bird Watch
is an all-volunteer group of bird lovers, who have formed a nonprofit corporation, working toward four main goals involving the native birds/parrots of Indonesia:
To fight for the well-being of all parrots and against abusive predatory practices
Resources for those interested in rescue organizations and general avian welfare issues.
Information and strategies on how to stop pet store abuse.
Information is provided for both the public and the professional exotic bird rescuer. Much of this information is also useful to multiple-bird families. Many links are provided to sites of interest relating to the field and about exotic birds in general.
AARO is a non-profit organization founded to certify, inspect; and advise facilities, organizations and sanctuaries that meet certain ethical standards in the care, housing and/or placement of birds that could no longer stay in their previous homes. AARO also provides referrals for birds needing placement.
ARA, is a nonprofit organization formed in 1989 to set guidelines/standards in which avian rescuer should operate. ARA's purpose is also to unite all ARA Certified rescuers in the event of a bird in need outside any one particular rescuers area. We should all have a common goal which is to get that bird to a safe environment
The Parrot Protection Agency The Parrot Protection Agency (PPA) is a non-profit organization based in San Diego, California. Our primary goal is to educate the general public on the threats to parrots.
BirdAdoption.org It is time for those of us who love birds to work to tackle the homeless bird problem before it reaches epidemic proportions!
Dedicated to the establishment of rights for animals through participation in the political process.
F.T.W.V. campaigns against the abuse of any animal by pet stores that provide unsatisfactory conditions and inadequate care. We also focus on welfare, rescue and rehabilitation
The Association of Sanctuaries works to improve the quality of life for animals by establishing standards for animal care and organizational excellence and accrediting those facilities that qualify, etc.
The American Sanctuary Association (ASA) is a 501(c)(3), non-profit accrediting organization and international information center for domestic animal shelters, animal sanctuaries and wildlife
rehabilitation organizations, inspired by the principles of the American Zoological Association.
A nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving biological diversity.
The World Parrot Trust was formed in 1989 to work exclusively for the survival and welfare of all parrots.
Humane Legislative Network
Sends out the "Legislative Report and News" newsletter which relays information on laws affecting animals. PO Box 171, Jamul, CA 91935, (619) 669-0434
Dedicated to alleviating pain, fear, and suffering in animals.
424 East 92nd Street, New York, NY 10128, (212) 876-7700
The country's leading animal rights law organization working nationally to defend animals from abuse and exploitation.
127 Fourth Street, Petaluma, CA 94952, (707) 769-7771, mail to: info@aldf.org
National nonprofit organization dedicated to informing, educating, and advocating the humane treatment of all animals.
Angel Animals features uplifting stories about animals who have made our lives better by teaching us about survival, courage, forgiveness, or unconditional love. email: AngAnimals@aol.com
Organization devoted to raising public awareness about the vast spectrum of animal issues.
PO Box 8191, Universal City, CA 91618-8191, (818) 786-9990
Celebrating Companion Animals - and the Ways They Enrich Our Lives.
One of the largest and most-influential animal rights organizations in the United States.
227 Massachusetts Ave. NE, Suite 100, PO Box 96084, Washington, DC 20002
Founded in 1967 by prominent author and animal advocate Cleveland Amory. Dedicated "to speak for those who can't," The Fund is now, and always has been, one of the largest and most active organizations dedicated to the cause of animals throughout the world.
Protecting animals and their environments worldwide by helping animals in crisis and distress, protecting habitats, and stopping commercial exploitation worldwide.
Founded in 1954, the HSUS is the nation's largest animal-protection organization.
2100 L Street, NW, Washington, DC 20037, (202) 452-1100
A leading, national, non-profit organization dedicated to ending the institutionalized exploitation and abuse of animals by defending their rights, welfare and habitat.
131 Camino Alto, Suite E, Mill Valley, CA 94941, (415) 388-9641, mailto: ida@idausa.org
Last Chance for Animals (LCA) recognizes that animals have the ability to experience pain, and as such they deserve certain basic rights protecting them from pain caused by humans. LCA believes that non-human animals should not be subjected to suffering and exploitation by humans because alternatives exist for nearly every traditional "usage" of animals.
Letters for Animals
A letter writing service for animal lovers who wish to contact their representatives on important issues such as animal experimentation, pet overpopulation, school dissection, and vegetarianism. email: LMANHEIM@aol.com
North Shore Animal League, founded in 1944, is the largest pet adoption agency in the world.
25 Davis Avenue, Port Washington, NY 11050, 516-883-7575
You'll be shocked to learn which charities (such as the March of Dimes) still fund animal experiments!
5100 Wisconsin Avenue, N.W., Suite 404, Washington, DC 20016, pcrm@pcrm.org
Animal welfare group with an animal shelter, a wildlife rehabilitation center, and advocacy department.
15305 44th Avenue West, Lynnwood, WA 98046, (206) 787-2500
The Center is the only one of its kind at any American law school. Gary Francione, Professor of Law at the Rutgers University School of Law, has represented animal advocates around the country in a variety of legal matters for over a decade.
Illinois Animal Action has compiled the information you need to initiate a cruelty investigation, effectively deal with a pet shop that refuses to take veterinary and financial responsibility for the sick or injured animal it sold you, and educate yourself and others about the pet industry's horrific treatment of animals and how individual consumers can help save animals' lives today.
PETA People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals
Animal Law Journal
Progressive Law Student Web Page
The Animal Rights Resource Site
Animal's Hope Petition Team
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