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 A Rescue of Pig-Sized Proportions
 As you may know from recent e-alerts from Farm Sanctuary, we have been on the ground in the flooded Midwest region for weeks working tirelessly, along with coalition crew members from other organizations specializing in disaster relief, to save pigs stranded on the “Big Ditch” levee in Oakville. Growing quickly into an operation of monumental proportions, the entire Midwest flood mission has resulted in the rescue of 69 pigs. This evening, all remaining pigs have now arrived at the New York Shelter! We invite you to follow our efforts and view photos on our Midwest Flood Pig Rescue Blog. Updated regularly, the blog allows you to find out more about this massive endeavor, meet the extraordinary survivors, keep up to date on our efforts to rehabilitate the pigs and adopt them into loving homes, and find out how you can be a part of this historical rescue. Read more.
 100 Parties 100 Days Out Join Efforts to Help Pass Prop 2 in CA
 On Election Day, November 4th, 2008, California voters will have the opportunity to reduce the suffering of almost 20 million hens, pigs and calves cruelly confined in cages and crates so small that they are unable to turn around, or even extend their limbs. Farm animal advocates in California and around the country are invited to take action to help make this initiative, Proposition 2 The Prevention of Farm Animal Cruelty Act a success, by hosting a party on July 27 It's easy and fun and will help millions of animals!
 It's Country Hoe Down Time at our New York Shelter!
Join Farm Sanctuary for an unforgettable weekend of inspiring animal protection lectures, activist workshops and lively entertainment at our annual Country Hoe Down on August 2 and 3! This year, Captain Paul Watson, co-founder of Greenpeace and founder of the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society will talk about his experiences at the forefront of the animal protection movement. PETA vice president, Bruce Friedrich will discuss the vital link between the animal rights and other social justice movements. Additional lectures will be provided by Farm Sanctuary president and co-founder, Gene Baur; Josh Hooten, creator of Herbivore Magazine; and nationally acclaimed artist Sue Coe. For more information, as well as a full list of speakers and activities, please visit our Web site or contact Liz Pachaud by e-mail.
Help Farm Animals 365 Days a Year!
 By joining our Monthly Pledge Program, you help ensure crucial funding for our rescue, education and advocacy efforts. This convenient program allows you to automatically deduct a specified amount from your bank account or apply donations directly to your credit card every month. For more information, please contact us by phone at 607-583-2225 ext. 225 or e-mail at jfoy@farmsanctuary.org.
Upcoming Events
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IN THE NEWS
SEATTLE POST-INTELLIGENCER
July 10, 2008
Sub Pop celebrates 20 years of not going out of business with a big weekend festival
GUARDIAN
July 10, 2008
US animal rescue groups seek homes for porky pals
WASHINGTON POST
June 15, 2008
I love moo: Tales from a N.Y. animal sanctuary
THE POST-STANDARD
July 5, 2008
Swine that survived floods settle in Watkins Glen
WETM-TV
June 30, 2008
Amid the flooding, a pig rescue effort
ASSOCIATED PRESS
June 27, 2008
Pig rescue underway near Oakville
CHICO ENTERPRISE & REVIEW
June 23, 2008
Leanne Conquist's focus is rescued farm animals
COMMON GROUND
July 2008
Veg-O-Lution
GENE BAUR'S BLOGGINGS
June 30, 2008
Critical battle underway in California
BULLETINS
Farm Sanctuary is hiring! We have several new positions available including animal caregivers, general counsel, video coordinator, Web administrator…and more. Check out our latest job listings, today.
Farm Sanctuary's NYC and Watkins Glen offices are seeking donations of two laptop computers. Please contact kvollbrecht@farmsanctuary.org or 212-989-8482.
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