Growing Up with the Farm Show
I grew up in a small town called Newville (pop. 1,000) smack in the middle of Pennsylvania agriculture country. The moment you leave the town limits—no matter which direction you’re… Read more »
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Who’s Egg is it Anyway?
Once upon a time, on a small homestead in rural America, chickens roamed freely in the yards of our grandparents and great grandparents. This practice is making a resurgence with… Read more »
3 Ways to Enjoy Animals Without Contributing to Their Exploitation
Many people are able to say that they have visited a zoo before, especially children. I even remember visiting zoos in my youth. I always thought that zoos were so… Read more »
Fireworks: Impacts on Pets and Wildlife
Questioning our Traditions If you’re like me and millions of other Americans, you are settling in for the evening and preparing for the work week ahead. For my family, it’s… Read more »
The Amish and Animal Cruelty: An Unexpected Mix
The Unfortunate Truth Born of conservative Anabaptist roots, The Amish are known for simplicity, pacifism and integrity in the face of persecution. Their Christlike forgiveness, extended even to those who… Read more »