World Animal Day: Get Involved

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| Print | By Jo Singer | September 28, 2009 11:18 AM

World Animal Day (WAD) is celebrated on Sunday, October 4. This special event was started at a convention of ecologists in Florence in 1931. Its target focused upon the dilemma endangered species face and, as a group, to find ways in which they could be protected.

The project grew over the years to now include all species of animal life. October 4 was chosen as the day to celebrate around the world, since it is the Feast Day of the patron saint of animals, St. Francis of Assisi.

MISSION STATEMENT - WORLD ANIMAL DAY

To celebrate animal life in all its forms
To celebrate humankind's relationship with the animal kingdom
To acknowledge the diverse roles that animals play in our lives - from being our companions, supporting and helping us, to bringing a sense of wonder into our lives
To acknowledge and be thankful for the way in which animals enrich our lives

The Official WAD website, http://www.worldanimalday.org.uk, was launched on October 4, 2003 in the United Kingdom with many groups, organizations, animal shelters, clubs, schools, places of worship joining in to contribute and to help make this day an annual event which is extraordinary. The world-wide celebrations are not restricted to any country, and are not geared toward any political group, nationality, religion or ideology.

While October 4 is quickly approaching, there is still time for people who wish to join in and help celebrate to ensure that the tradition continues. Folks who have websites featuring animals are invited to feature the holiday on their sites, and those who are involved in blogging about animals are also welcome to post special blog items to highlight how important animals are in our lives. Help promote the event by adding these very informative links.

Photo credit: Jessie Cohen NZP Photographer
28-LionJessie Cohen NZP photographer.jpg So whether you are a part of a rescue organization or a group whose mission is to promote the welfare and safety of animals, or even if you are just a passionate animal lover, WAD encourages everyone to participate in a way which is unique for you in sharing your love of all animals around the world.

Visit the WAD website for information and inspirational ideas to help make this day a truly exceptional and successful endeavor, and to share in commemorating your love and respect for animals and helping to disseminate your individual thoughts and feelings about what animals contribute to our lives.

Just the thought of the world being without the wide variety of animal species which enrich the planet so magnificently is one which is very hard to conceive without great sorrow. Helping to make the whole world aware of just how special they are to us, and to remind folks that it is everyone's responsibility for ensure that all species survive.

For ideas about how to get involved and participate, visit: http://www.worldanimalday.org.uk/get_involved.asp

There is a huge list of organizations that have contributed by promoting World Animal Day Check them out by visiting http://www.worldanimalday.org.uk/supporting_websites.asp

Remember that World Animal Day belongs to everyone, in the identical manner as the animals which this very special celebration calls to our attention.

What can you do to help spread the word about World Animal Day? Thank you for starting your immediate participation by leaving your comment.

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jock4hire September 28, 2009 2:27 PM

Thanks so much Jo!! Sounds like a great idea and Lord knows it's needed!!

Smiles,...
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Vicki September 28, 2009 2:59 PM

Well
I never heard of this before. But it is good to know and I will spread the word.

jmuhj September 28, 2009 3:45 PM

I had never heard of this day, either, but am so glad to read of it! and reading the long list of participating organizations all over the world brings tears of joy to my eyes. I clicked on several from faraway places and it's so heartwarming to see what they are doing! Absolutely I will share this information and your link; and as for me, LOVING CATS DAY is EVERY day. Beautiful lion photo, btw! THX! ^^

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