Saturday, October 4, 2014

Happy World Animal Day!

Rupert (rescued by Rifugio Fata and now adopted into a loving home) says Happy World Animal Day!


October 4th is World Animal Day. It all began in 1931 in Florence, Italy, at a convention of ecologists. They chose this day to highlight the importance of protecting animal life on our planet, in all its magical forms. The 4th of October was originally chosen because it is the feast day of the patron saint of animals, Francis of Assisi. Now, World Animal Day has evolved into an international movement and it is celebrated by animal-lovers of all beliefs, nationalities and backgrounds. 

"Not to hurt the creatures brethren is our first duty to them, but to stop there is not enough. We have a higher mission - to be of service to them wherever they require it." Saint Francis of Assisi