Dr. Catherine Macdonald–a marine conservation biologist and assistant professor at the University of Miami, who conducts, and oversees, research on sharks—recalls a childhood less enamored of the sea, at first, than of mud. Read more…
All posts in Spay/Neuter
Susan Hanus, executive director of Cat Depot
Susan Hanus–executive director of Cat Depot, a unique feline-only shelter in Sarasota—recalls when she first became a cat person. Read more…
Valerie Benka, Director of Programs for the Alliance for Contraception in Cats and Dogs
Valerie Benka–the Director of Programs for the Alliance for Contraception in Cats and Dogs (ACC&D)—recalls being someone who was nuts about animals from the time she was a kid, growing up in a family amidst a veritable menagerie. Read more…
Rick Yocum, executive director, the Humane Society of Manatee County
Rick Yocum–executive director of the Humane Society of Manatee County (HSMC), established more than 50 years ago, and now a truly multifaceted operation—traces his career path to his current job, which he’s held for seven years. Read more…
Animal Coalition of Tampa
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Captain Paul Watson
Carole Baskin
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Don Goldstein
Dr. Jennifer Conrad
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Farm Sanctuary
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Florida Voices For Animals
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Humane Society Of The United States
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National Geographic
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Ringling Bros.
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Tampa Bay Veg Fest
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In Memoriam
Otis McGarr
(Nov. 1989 – Jan. 4, 2006)
John Taylor
(Sept. 29, 1961-Aug. 20, 2011)
