in the media
Watching the devastation in Haiti on the television news reminds us just how lucky we are to live in such luxury and enjoy basic necessities such as drinking water, power and fresh food. This nation has suffered one of the world’s worst natural disasters and millions of people and animals now need our help. While SAFE has limited financial resources, it has donated $5000 to IFAW to be used towards the international animal rescue operation.
SAFE’S NEW FAN PAGE on Facebook is making it easy to interact and stay in touch. Become a fan now!
LAST YEAR 14 PEOPLE GAMBLED their pride to run or walk in pig costumes to publicise the LovePigs campaign during the Round the Bays run. Join the team this year!
SCHOOL SPEAKER training day! Come along and help to spread our message to the schools of Auckland.


TWITS WANTED! If you’re not already following us, now is the time! Twitter @SAFElovepigs
inspiring animal profiles
ANGLERFISH
Ever wondered what inspires our movie makers when they terrify us with supernatural creatures from the dark recesses of their imagination?
make a wish come true!
NEW VAN NEEDS NEW HOME
SAFE’s Auckland team is still seeking a secure inner-city garage to store its new van. If you have a place please contact Eliot at elliot@safe.org.nz.
delicious meat-free recipes
SOUP
Mandy’s quick ‘n’ easy healthy noodle soup
SALAD
Quinoa salad with snow peas
DESSERT
Black forest cake
campaign updates
HAITI DISASTER RELIEF
The magnitude 7.0 earthquake that devastated the Caribbean nation has left many thousands dead, and millions struggling to survive. International aid has been slow to deliver, fuelling anger and desperation for those that have survived. But what about the nation’s animal population?
RODEO CRUELTY COMMENCES
This month kicks off the 2010 national rodeo circuit, which means animals around the country will be goaded, tormented and abused for our entertainment. Find out how you can help stop this abuse.
TAKING CRUELTY SERIOUSLY
A number of cases of serious animal cruelty have recently hit the media. SAFE campaign director Hans Kriek examines the call for tougher sentences for animal cruelty.
 
 
cruelty free giveaways
INCREDIBLE TREATS
For those of you who do not yet know about Angel Food’s incredible vegan treats ... let this giveaway opportunity do the talking! The pack features delicious make-your-own Marshmallow Mix and Meringue Cookie Mix, which defy belief. They contain no gelatine or eggs, but you wouldn’t know it! Meanwhile, the shaker pack of dairy-free parmesan will give you an authentic Italian experience in a quick shake! Founded in 2004, Angel Food is a New Zealand owned company dedicated to providing great vegan treats. ENTER NOW
Congratulations to Bronwyn Harris of New Plymouth, and Nigel Adie of Christchurch who won the Vegan Wares wallets.
 
 
fancy new shop arrivals
SHARE THE LOVE THIS VALENTINES DAY
What better way to say ‘I love you’ than with a gift that promotes compassion and kindness? Visit SAFE’s online store for lover-ly gifts for the special animal lover in your life. From traditional chocolates to gorgeous exclusive designed t-shirts, you can bring a glow to more than one heart.
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take action
CRAYS NEED HELP
Use our new sample letter to complain to bars that still have those cruel Catcha Cray machines.
DONATE TO HAITI
The people and animals of Haiti need our help. Please give generously by donating to both IFAW and Red Cross, or your preferred aid agencies.
 
wild and watchable
WWF SAYS tigers are threatened by climate change.
GASSY COWS go weeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!
 
staff picks and gems
A NEW ZEALANDman, Jasen Shaw, has been implicated in the largest seizure of exotic animals in United States history.
ONCE THOUGHT of as pillars of monogamy in the animal kingdom, it appears the flame of love can burn out for swans as well.
THE ANIMAL KINGDOM is home to much greater intelligence than has been previously acknowledged, with scientists seeing evidence of human-like traits everywhere.