Rescue-to-Education Loop

Collects data and information on the environmental impacts of factory farms, with a focus on effects to freshwater resources.

Conducts undercover investigations into animal facilities, including industrial slaughter systems, to expose animal welfare conditions and raise public awareness about the impacts of factory farms and other animal-use facilities.

Submits formal public comments to federal agencies such as the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) on strategic plans and climate-related initiatives, including the EPA’s FY 2022–2026 draft strategic plan and USDA actions related to the climate crisis.

Places rescued dogs into foster homes while they receive veterinary care and await spaying or neutering, ensuring socialization and support to improve adoptability; arranges long-term adoption placements for rehabilitated dogs.

Organizes public events and features rescued dogs such as Peanut and Harry over multiple years to educate communities about the conditions and consequences of puppy mills, raising awareness through sustained outreach.

Rescues abandoned, abused, and neglected dogs—including breeding females, young male dogs, and puppies rejected by brokers—from puppy mills and other high-risk environments; provides immediate medical care, vaccinations, flea prevention, spaying/neutering, and humane euthanasia when necessary. The organization has rescued over 2,000 dogs since inception, including specific missions to Ohio resulting in the rescue of 32 dogs and interventions in inhumane transport conditions.

Conducts educational programs for the public focused on exotic and native animals, and provides animal shelter services. These activities are ongoing and form the core of the organization's operational mission.

Provides grants to support the care and training of animals seized in animal cruelty cases.

Provides legal advocacy for companion animals seized in animal cruelty cases in Suffolk County, New York.

Conducts community education programs featuring Bo the Beaver, a non-releasable rescued beaver and certified educational ambassador, to teach about beaver ecology and conservation through school visits, public talks, hikes, and events across New York's Capital Region.

Provides the public with science-based guidance on when and how to respond to encounters with injured or orphaned wildlife, particularly baby beavers, emphasizing observation from a distance and directing people to contact trained professionals for rescue and rehabilitation.

Authored and published the book "Beaverland: How One Weird Rodent Made America," which explores the ecological and cultural significance of beavers in shaping American landscapes and ecosystems.

Operates a licensed wildlife rehabilitation center providing rescue, care, and treatment for injured and orphaned wild animals, including beavers and pigeons, through a team of licensed rehabilitators and veterinary collaborators. The organization maintains a 10-acre sanctuary in New York state with a specially crafted pond to support recovery.

Produces and distributes print-ready outreach materials such as flyers and business cards to raise awareness about factory farming and support recruitment into the animal advocacy movement.

Enables connections among individuals who care about animals through monthly virtual meetups, online gatherings, and regional team meetings, fostering friendship, mentorship, collaboration, and campaign coordination. Includes events for vegans, volunteers, and regional advocates such as those in the Bay Area.

Organizes an annual national conference that brings together volunteers, advocates, and animal welfare organizations to improve animal and human lives. The conference includes education and training on animal issues and citizen advocacy methods such as lobbying and community engagement.

Hosts public speaking events to help vegans develop communication skills and support animal advocacy, as well as monthly online meditation sessions focused on veganism, compassion, and mindfulness, featuring silent meditation and group sharing.

Operates a free online platform, mobile app, and weekly newsletter to connect individuals with pro-animal events, groups, resources, and advocacy opportunities, including local, virtual, and large-scale events. The platform includes a searchable directory of animal advocacy organizations and curated event listings.