animal welfare

Gives descriptions of careers that involve working with and around various types of animals.

Presents the life and accomplishments of Henry Bergh, founder of the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.

Leaper, a kangaroo rat who can communicate with humans, enlists the aid of a boy named Julian to help defeat a "monster" that has been terrorizing the desert where she lives.

Discusses the many ways in which people can help animals, ease their living conditions, and make sure they receive the proper treatment which is their right.

Discusses current animal rights issues, their underlying philosophies, and ways we can held curb animal abuse.

Mandy and James visit Folan's Racing Stables, which the jockeys believe is haunted by the ghost of a stallion who died in a race.

After visiting the Humane Shelter, ten-year-old Calvin wants to help every dog there but finds it an almost impossible job.

Discusses ways people can help protect animals including buying products that are not tested on animals or that do not use animal ingredients, becoming a vegetarian, writing letters to government leaders, and working with animal rights and environmental organizations.