These farm sanctuaries around the world rescue animals that are victims of exploitation and speciesism. As the world gradually transitions into veganism, these organizations play their part in the movement by providing rescued animals with a happily-ever-after that they SO deserve, and at the same time set an example for good in the world. We applaud the incredible teams of people who devote so much of their time, energy, and…
We all love our furry friends. Just one wag of their tail or sloppy kiss on the cheek, and our entire day is made! And when it comes time to reward them for good behavior, or to show them how much we love them, we want to be able to give them a treat we can feel good about. That’s why we at HappyCow have put together a list of…
If you still eat seafood or know anyone who does, these facts about marine life might open up a whole new avenue of thought and consideration for species we know so little about. Did you know? ↓ 1. Fish are highly intelligent Fish are not all that different from us – we avoid situations we know to cause pain and seek out experiences with rewards. Well, so do they! Fish…
Isn’t it surprising how little we seem to know about the wonders, complexities, and realities of our oceans? As the very lungs of our mother Earth are silently struggling, we continue to feed this growing culture of instant gratification, use-and-throw, and overconsumption. The first step to reversing the damage we’ve caused is becoming aware of it to begin with! These 8 documentaries on our oceans bring to light a host…
Team HappyCow traveled to Colombia, checked out vegan restaurants and attended Veg Fest Colombia in Bogotá, Colombia on January 7-22, 2017. Ken interviewed Nadja Troeger, the founder and organizer of the 2 week event, and two local residents discussing highlights from the event and exclusive insider vegan tips. Veg Fest Colombia consisted of plant-based food and product booths, speeches, live music, hikes, city and fruit tours, and more! Below is…
If the winter weather’s got you down, take a tip from this river otter — she knows exactly how to make the most of the snow!…
A little reminder of how beautiful this world is! Enjoy this incredible footage showing a bird’s-eye view of whales swimming in Western Australia:…
One of the best things about snow days? Watching your pets play in that weird white stuff! These cats are having a fabulous time exploring the snow, and their reactions are sure to warm your heart on this cold December day!…
We all imagined our favorite toys coming to life when we were younger, right? Jolene’s favorite toy is her Gumby doll, and never in her wildest dreams did she ever imagine that she’d look up one day to see a life-size Gumby walking towards her, ready to play. But that’s exactly what happened on this magical day…and Jolene’s reaction is absolutely priceless! What’s your dog’s favorite toy?…
It’s time for bed and momma raccoon is taking all her babies with her back up to their tree. The little ones are still learning so mom has to give them a helping hand! We guarantee this adorable family parade will have you smiling all day long:…
Here’s a little feel good Friday video to celebrate the end of the work week! An adorable cat giving a hilarious beard massage while purring very loudly. This is obviously one very happy cat, and we have been watching this on repeat all morning. You deserve a laugh break too so check out this video!…
Gigi the great horned owl ended up at Wild At Heart Rescue towards the end of May after suffering massive head trauma (suspected to be the result of being hit by a car). Gigi was knocking at death’s door until Douglas “Doug” Pojeky, president of the rescue, took her under his care. Doug is known as the “birds of prey whisperer”, and he formed a special bond with Gigi while working to bring…
Beya, the Chesapeake Bay Retriever, is that beautiful and seemingly socially awkward pup NOT swimming in the pool. The folks at Happy Tails Resort say, “She’ll hang out all day if we let her. She will swim around, do some laps but her comfort zone is where she’s just hanging out. Every so often she might kick a paw out.” We can’t get enough of this adorable video, and we think…