Advancing the Interests of Animals (AIA) has officially launched an educational campaign aimed at predominantly Spanish speaking communities in the Coachella Valley. Happy and Safe Dogs and Cats (Perros y Gatos Felices y Seguros) provides much-needed information about responsible guardianship of companion animals through multiple media formats, all in Spanish. Utilizing 60 sec. radio advertisements,… Read More
Please sign our Petition – Tell the Riverside, CA County Fair Board to stop the use of exotic animals at the Fair.
Please contact the Riverside County Fair Board and ask them to stop permitting the display and abuse of exotic animals at the County Fair. The Riverside County Fair & National Date Festival is right around the corner and with it will come a number of exotic animal acts and exhibits. In recent years the Festival… Read More
Helping animals without going crazy: strategies for effective, joyful advocacy
Dec 11, 2015 Palm Springs, CA AIA welcomed more than 100 animal advocates who attended this stimulating and informative seminar. Attendees included animal rescuers, members of animal welfare organizations, and shelter staff and volunteers. They learned practical information, tips and strategies to help them achieve better outcomes for animals while adding more enjoyment to their… Read More
Barry Manilow’s 2015 A Gift of Love Christmas Charity Concert
We have some great news to share with you! Advancing the Interests of Animals has been invited to benefit from Barry Manilow’s 2015 A Gift of Love Christmas Charity Concerts at the McCallum Theatre. Barry recently announced that he will contribute five more holiday concerts to raise funds for more than 30 charities in the… Read More
Animals Today Joins America’s Talk Radio Network
Animals Today, the weekly animal advocacy radio show hosted by Dr. Lori Kirshner, has announced that is has changed networks to America’s Talk Radio Network. “We are very pleased to make our new home at ATRN,” Dr. Lori Kirshner said. “It is the fastest growing radio network in the US, and provides a solid base… Read More
Dr. Kirshner Addresses the Humane Society of the Desert
Approximately 150 animal lovers and supporters of the Humane Society of the Desert enjoyed a presentation on animal welfare by Dr. Lori Kirshner at the Society’s winter gala. The talk, “What’s Hot in Animal Rights,” was a fast moving a provocative look at recent news, progress and challenges concerning all animals around the globe. Lori… Read More
AIA, Drs. Kirshner and Spiegel honored by Riverside County
In recognition of 15 years of helping animals in Riverside County, Lori, Peter and AIA was given the Community Hero Award by Animal Services Director Robert Miller during the Annual All-Star Staff meeting. The award was presented “…in grateful recognition of your tireless efforts to improve the lives of homeless animals in Riverside County.” Miller… Read More
INTERNATIONAL HOMELESS ANIMALS’ DAY COACHELLA VALLEY, CALIFORNIA, USA 2014
Venue: Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort and Spa Speakers: Dr. Lori Kirshner, Founder, Advancing the Interests of Animals Bob Ferber, Former Los Angeles Animal Cruelty Prosecutor and Founder, Baron’s Buddies; Director, Advancing the Interests of Animals Paul Koretz, Los Angeles City Council Member About International Homeless Animals’ Day: International Homeless Animals’ Day commemorates the lives… Read More