Our Hen House

A NYC Storefront That’s Changing the World for Dogs

Posted on07. Mar, 2012 by Jasmin Singer.

While walking around on Bleecker Street the other night, I passed a window display that stopped me dead in my tracks. What I saw made me question if I’d had more to drink than I’d realized. Inside of designer James …

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“Peace to All Creatures”: The Story Behind the Zine, A Call for Writers and Artists, and WIN A SET OF ZINES

Posted on05. Mar, 2012 by Jasmin Singer.

Despite the fact that there is much to be said for e-versions of magazines (I mean, clearly…) — it’s much more environmentally-friendly, for one — I’ve mentioned before that I still get extreme satisfaction from having an actual publication …

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Whistle-Blowing Suppression, and Largest Farmed Animal Rescue in Cali’s History

Posted on02. Mar, 2012 by Jasmin and Mariann.

We usually reserve coverage of current events for our podcast, but there are two news items that not only demand all of our attention, but are creative representations of activism at its finest. Both of these items will be …

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What a Joy! “Why We Love Dogs…” Slideshow Now Available (for Free) Online

Posted on01. Mar, 2012 by Mariann Sullivan.

If you’ve never read Melanie Joy’s book, Why We Love Dogs, Eat Pigs, and Wear Cows, you have a wonderful experience in front of you. In her examination of what she refers to as “carnism” (which she talked about …

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Another Way to Look at It: Saving Dogs and Cats Through Photography

Posted on28. Feb, 2012 by Jasmin Singer.

It’s really sad that marketing needs to play any kind of role when it comes to adopting shelter animals who would otherwise be needlessly killed. But that’s the case, and even I found the recent photos that fashion and portrait …

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“Fair Projects” Communicates Your Message to the Largest Audience Possible

Posted on27. Feb, 2012 by Jasmin Singer.

Eliza Muirhead, who not only has a great name, but was also featured here on Our Hen House a year and a half ago for a student film she made entitled Human|Animal (which “explored the sacrifice and risk involved in being …

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Have You Read “The Animals Voice Magazine” Recently?

Posted on21. Feb, 2012 by Jasmin Singer.

We recently ordered several back copies of The Animals Voice Magazine, which will be accompanying us to our trip to Los Angeles this week. If you’re familiar with this long-standing publication published by activist Laura Moretti, then you …

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Your Mission: Figure Out What You Want to Be When You Grow Up

Posted on20. Feb, 2012 by Jasmin Singer.

I’ve gotten into a few different conversations of late regarding the importance of assessing and reassessing our specific roles as activists. Many of the people with whom I’ve discussed this are, coincidentally (or not), extremely successful activists — whether in …

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This V-Day, Open Hearts to Animal Rights

Posted on14. Feb, 2012 by Jasmin Singer.

As Anatole France said, “Until one has loved an animal, a part of one’s soul remains unawakened.”

It’s Valentine’s Day, and love is in the air. Which means it’s the perfect day to change the world for animals. Well, okay, …

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Three Proven Steps to More Effective Advocacy

Posted on10. Feb, 2012 by Visiting Animal.

Today we welcome Caryn Ginsberg, author of the new book that every animal activist must read, Animal Impact: Secrets Proven to Achieve Results and Move the World. Caryn is a longtime proponent of animal rights, and we are …

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Start a Suburban (or Urban!) Vegan Meal Group

Posted on09. Feb, 2012 by Jasmin Singer.

I grew up in the suburbs, but, at 17, promptly moved to a major city — the one that professes “brotherly love.” I quickly learned that, while adorable, Philadelphia was not “major enough” for my starstruck eyes, and 2 years …

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This Valentine’s Day, Fall in Love at the Our Hen House Etsy Shop

Posted on07. Feb, 2012 by Visiting Animal.

Today we welcome our fantastic coordinator, Danielle Legg, who is giving us a heartwarming look into the Our Hen House Etsy Shop, and why it’s the perfect spot for all of your Valentine’s Day needs. 

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If you’re …

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Teaching Kids Compassion Through Storytelling and Art

Posted on03. Feb, 2012 by Jasmin Singer.

Nothing gets me — I mean kids — more excited than hands-on programs that allow them to take part in storytelling, art projects, and creative movement. When you combine that kind of creativity with animal advocacy and humane education, you …

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Download Free Videos of All Kinds of Animals, Then Show to the World

Posted on02. Feb, 2012 by Jasmin Singer.

Last year, we told you about Vegan Stock Photo, a site that allows bloggers and members of the media to download vegan food images, and pro-animal images — often for free, with attribution. Now, let me tell you about …

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Just Call Me “Ms. February”

Posted on01. Feb, 2012 by Jasmin Singer.

As I’ve talked about on the podcast, last year I submitted an application and some photos for a much sought after spot in the Pinups for Pitbulls calendar. Much to my off-the-charts excitement, this past fall, I found out …

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Not Anything Like Day Camp: Animal Advocacy Camp (for Grown-Ups!)

Posted on30. Jan, 2012 by Jasmin Singer.

When I was a kid growing up in suburban New Jersey, my mom forced me to go to day camp — despite the tantrums and the pleading to go to theatre camp instead. Eventually, after several years of my daily …

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For Valentine’s Day, Tell Us About an Animal Who Has Worked His or Her Way Into Your Heart

Posted on27. Jan, 2012 by Jasmin Singer.

Quick: Think of an animal whom you’ve met in your life, who inched her or his way into your heart.

Perhaps it was your childhood kitty companion, who slept on your pillow, right beside your head, all throughout those awkward …

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Culture & Animals Foundation Funds Creative and Scholarly Projects (Deadline Approaching!)

Posted on26. Jan, 2012 by Jasmin Singer.

The Culture & Animals Foundation, headed up by visionary Tom Regan (yep — that Tom Regan, author of, among other things, The Case for Animal Rights), and his partner, Nancy, aims to advance animal advocacy through intellectual …

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Vegans Are Cool (But We Knew That Already…)

Posted on25. Jan, 2012 by Jasmin Singer.

Mariann and I are excited to be interviewed in the new paperback book, Vegans Are Cool, compiled by the passionate vegan advocate Kathy Divine — an Australian powerhouse who is responsible for the blog of the same name. The …

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Our Flock is Expanding! Meet the Newest Our Hen House Chicks.

Posted on24. Jan, 2012 by Jasmin Singer.

The squawk around Our Hen House is the exciting news that our flock is expanding, and it’s pretty clucking fantastic. Mariann and I are as proud as two gay Mother Hens.

First, Sally Tamarkin, whom you may know as …

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Helping Vegan Parents Navigate the Not-So-Vegan Landscape

Posted on18. Jan, 2012 by Visiting Animal.

The issue of vegan parenting is a hot one that never seems to disappear from mainstream media, or from the much more inside-baseball land of AR communities. Joining us today is activist and mother Robyn Moore, creator of RaisingVegKids.com…

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Part-Time, Remote Internship Opportunity with VegFund

Posted on17. Jan, 2012 by Jasmin Singer.

Our friends at VegFund have a unique and enticing opening for a part-time intern. For those of you who contact us asking how you can get involved with animal advocacy, learn from the best, and still manage your busy schedule, …

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Finally! A How-To Guide to Change the World for Animals

Posted on13. Jan, 2012 by Sally Tamarkin.

Like most activists, I am no stranger to improvisation. And I don’t mean the kind of improv we associate with sketch comedy, a stage, and peals of laughter. I am talking about the kind of thinking on your feet that …

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Wallet-Friendly Webinars for Those Who Want to Change the World for Animals

Posted on10. Jan, 2012 by Jasmin Singer.

There are some intriguing webinars on the horizon that anyone who cares about animals needs to take note of. First, our friends over at Vegan Mainstream are offering some very compelling upcoming webinars that we should all make room in …

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Clear Your Schedule: Animal Law Conference Publishes Videos of Workshops

Posted on09. Jan, 2012 by Jasmin Singer.

Last October, Mariann and I had the honor of speaking at the Lewis & Clark Animal Law Conference in Portland, OR. In case you missed it, we even devoted an entire podcast episode to the conference (episode 93 — which …

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Something New for 2012: Help Change the Law!

Posted on05. Jan, 2012 by Sally Tamarkin.

I never make New Year’s resolutions. Not because I don’t believe in them, or have some strong opinion about whether or not they’re worth my time. I sort of just always… forget. Or I don’t get around to it. Or …

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10 Questions Animal Advocates Should Ask Themselves

Posted on03. Jan, 2012 by Jasmin Singer.

As I’ve already established and made known, I don’t believe in New Year’s resolutions. I do, however, believe in New Year’s revolutions, revelations, evolutions, and everything in between. That’s a roundabout way of saying that, although I think that New …

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Job Week at Our Hen House: Day 5 — PETA, Anyone?

Posted on30. Dec, 2011 by Jasmin Singer.

As Job Week here at Our Hen House comes to a close, we want to conclude with an animal rights organization that has perhaps more job openings than the rest of the movement combined. We are, of course, talking about …

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Job Week at Our Hen House: Day 3 — Get Paid for Part-Time Vegan PR!

Posted on28. Dec, 2011 by Sally Tamarkin.

Though I am not one for platitudes, I, like Jasmin and Mariann, love a good quotation. If someone smart says something wise and meaningful, you can bet it’s scrawled on a post-it and taped to my wall. Or my computer …

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Job Week at Our Hen House: Day 2 — Become a Vegan Chef

Posted on27. Dec, 2011 by Jasmin Singer.

If you get no greater satisfaction than that which comes from braising beets or roasting rutabaga — if you’re hoping that your upcoming birthday, or, perhaps, tonight, the 8th and final night of Hanukah, will bring you that kitchen appliance …

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A 3-Second Favor?

Posted on23. Dec, 2011 by Jasmin Singer.

Dr. Mary MD is a resource-intensive website that allows you to easily stay up-to-date on vegan nutrition and healthy lifestyle strategies. The incredibly generous doctor behind this website, Dr. Mary herself, is giving away one thousand dollars to one lucky …

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Making Compassion Your Business: Q&A with Vegan Entrepreneur, Andy Tabar

Posted on23. Dec, 2011 by Sally Tamarkin.

The convenience of online shopping and my desire to accessorize in a way that proudly displays my compassionate lifestyle was destined to be a dangerous combo. Or so I thought. But when I hunted for buttons and t-shirts, I couldn’t …

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“Antennae” Journal Focuses on Animal Advocacy and the Arts

Posted on22. Dec, 2011 by Jasmin Singer.

Antennae is an online, UK-based journal centering around animal issues, with an academic bent, a focus on human-animal studies, and a propensity toward exploring the role of animals in the arts. It combines “academic writing, informative articles, and interviews with …

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