www.animalcompanionsandtheirpeople.com is dedicated to fostering and furthering an increased understanding of, as well as respect and appreciation for the animals with whom we share the earth.    It is designed to help us recognize the purposefulness, sacredness, interconnectedness of all creatures, and all aspects of pet ownership.

http://www.animalclergy.com/ An excellent resource for information about Interfaith Animal Chaplains, Chaplain training, pet loss bereavement resources, animal ministries, pet memorial and funeral services, St. Francis-style animal blessings and more.

http://www.nahee.org/default.asp National Assoc. for Humane and Environmental Education gets youth actively involved in animal protection and provides resources for classroom teachers, animal sheltering professionals, and others to guide youth animal protection clubs.

http://www.hsus.org/about_us/humane_society_international_hsi/
Humane Society of the United States, HSI addresses issues such as inhumane practices and conditions affecting companion and farm animals, illegal trade in wildlife, threats to endangered species, slaughter of marine mammals, and the use of animals in research and testing. It includes an electronic library.

This is the official site of the annual World Animal Day event that takes place October 4. Their mission statement reads:

• 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

http://www.prayerlinks.net/PetPrayer.htm
Pet Prayers for animals plus other usefull information for animal lovers. Also, use this site to request prayers for your pet.

http://criptico.net/rh/index.php
Check out this artist for a look at some remarkable animal photographs.

http://www.floridaanimalweek.com/index.html
First Annual Florida Week for the Animals. Find out more!

http://www.animallawcoalition.com/
Advocating for animals to live and live free of cruelty and neglect .Animal Law Coalition works to stop animal cruelty and suffering through legislation, administrative agency action, and litigation. ALC offers legal analysis of the difficult and controversial issues relating to animals. Join ALC and together we can take action for animals nationally and in your state and community. Get involved!