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FARMLAND - GAME
Have fun learning how to build a modern, welfare friendly farm. Great for kids of all ages and beyond.
FIRST STRIKE SOUTH AFRICA
“... these were the children who managed to grow up without being taught that poking something into a puppy`s eye is harmful and should not be done, or that destroying property is against the rules.” - Robert K. Ressler on `serial killers‘ Whoever Fights Monsters (1992)
FIRST STRIKE 300 YEARS AGO?
“One thing I have frequently observed in children is that when they have got possession of any poor creature, they are apt to use it ill; they often torment and treat very roughly young birds, butterflies and other such poor animals which fall into their hands – and that with a seeming kind of pleasure. This, I think, should be watched in them, and if they incline to any such cruelty, they should be taught the contrary usage, for the custom of tormenting and killing beats will, by degrees, harden their minds even towards men.....” John Locke, 1705.
FIRST STRIKE – ANOTHER LINK IN THE CHAIN
Evidence is growing confirming the link between violence towards animals and violence towards other humans. The research undertaken in the USA was aptly named FIRST STRIKE and the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) publicised findings illustrating that the so-called first strike would be against an animal but subsequent strikes would be against vulnerable people. This usually meant the young, the old or people in a vulnerable position in terms of being unable physically, mentally or financially to leave the abuser.
FIRST STRIKE – HSUS RESOURCES
Very useful well thought out and practical resources.
FIRST STRIKE – INTERNATIONAL PAPERS
A selection of recommended papers on the link between animal abuse and violence against people.
FIRST STRIKE – SOUTH AFRICAN PAPERS
A selection of recommended papers on the link between animal abuse and violence against people.
FIRST STRIKE – WHY PHYSICIANS SHOULD CARE ABOUT THE LINK BETWEEN ANIMAL CRUELTY AND HUMAN VIOLENCE
An ongoing challenge facing The Link is to get medical and human services professionals to recognize that cruelty to animals affects human health and welfare. A new paper in Australia is introducing the Link to physicians.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED BOOK
HEROES AND LIONHEARTS
Short stories, non-fiction, suitable for ages 10 to 14 . Size A5, 76 pages
This inspiring book comprises 12 true stories based on the NSPCA’s Awards for Bravery – humans who have saved animals and animals who have saved humans. Foreword by Marcelle Meredith, Chief Executive Office: National Council of SPCAs.
Also in Afrikaans
HUMANE EDUCATION TRUST
The Humane Education Trust has, over the past 15 years, been developing educational materials which include curriculum aligned education aids, books and videos. Much of the material is particularly suited to sub-Saharan Africa which requires specialised skills with Africa`s broad range of cultures and languages.
INFORMATION : A to E
INFORMATION – F to P
INFORMATION – Q to Z
SCHOOL RESOURCES
Freely available for use, please credit the NSPCA.
STERILISATION VIDEO
This fun music video is by the Alliance for Humane Action.
TEACHING RESPECT
Animal Care and Sensitivity education furthers the sole object of the NSPCA, that is, to prevent cruelty, by addressing the core problem – lack of animal care education and knowledge.
WEBSITE RESOURCES
A listing of various useful websites for information and education including ENVIROPAEDIA.
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