Why this is a Landmark Win is Transforming the Animal Rights Movement & Saving Animal Lives I am thrilled to witness this historic victory for horses in New York City (NYC) with the city council vote taking a step forward to finally close down the horse carriage industry. This has been a long awaited journey […]
When I first started practicing animal law years ago, one of my first case involved helping a separating couple create a custody arrangement for their dog. That early experience reinforced what I already knew in my heart: our companion animals are not pieces of furniture. They are sentient beings, filled with emotional depth, dignity, and […]
Many of us have seen recent news about the closure of Ridglan Farms, a Wisconsin facility that bred beagles for research, and the rescue efforts to help these dogs find loving homes. It is wonderful news worth celebrating about resilience of these dogs and the people who spoke up for them. As an animal advocate, […]
This is a huge day for animal rights and long coming. When I was a teenager volunteering at an animal shelter, I learned about a horrific reality of pet seizure wherein shelter animals were taken for research. I wrote about this topic in my book:_ A Voice for Animals_. I shared the devastating story of […]
Before Bringing Home A Bunny, Please Read this. Easter is a season of hope and time of renewal, as well as second chances. Most of us think of rabbits during Easter and adoptions go up. I often reflect on my beloved bunnies two rescue rabbits, Zoey and Benny. Both of their stories are heartfelt, especially, […]
Suzana Gartner was recently featured in Green Matters, highlighting her voice and advocacy for animals and environmental awareness. Read the full article here: https://www.greenmatters.com/news/suzana-gartner-a-voice-for-animals
Thank you for subscribing! 💛 To my longtime readers, I’m so grateful you’re here. And to those who just joined this newsletter and community of animal lovers, advocates, and activists welcome! I’m Suzana Gartner, animal advocate, author of A Voice for Animals, and animal rights lawyer. During my recent book tour across Ontario at Indigo […]
A Personal Story: Cabo, Mexico: Mindful Choices Make Big Rewards Over the holidays, my husband and I were in Cabo, Mexico, and the resort wasn’t vegan. It was somewhat “vegan-friendly,” but we had to ask for vegan options,s which were not always available on the menu. It was a bit annoying at times as it […]
A rescue dog story about compassion, advocacy, adoption, and an act of kindness_ As I look back on this year and reflect on the year, I realize the most meaningful experience came from an unexpected encounter that changed our family for the better. I spent much of this year on a book-signing tour, visiting Indigo […]
When I launched my book A Voice for Animals, I was invited to do interviews about wildlife protection and discuss the celebration of the 50th year anniversary of the Endangered Species Act (ESA). It happened during my book launch, which is a milestone for one of the most powerful wildlife protection laws in the world. […]