![]() ![]() Prior to joining the HSUS, Katie spent several years at a primate breeding and research facility in South Carolina as the behavioral manager for more than 3,000 primates. She is now focused on facilitating the retirement of chimpanzees from laboratories to sanctuaries. Katie, in collaboration with other organizations, led the HSUS’ efforts to effectively end the use of chimpanzees in research in the U.S. Katie is focused on the long-term goal of replacing the use of animals in harmful research and testing, as well as the ongoing development and implementation of non-animal alternatives. Katie Conlee is vice president for animal research issues with The Humane Society of the United States (the HSUS), where she has worked since 1999. Bruce was a founding board member of both Project Chimps and Chimpanzee Sanctuary Northwest and has advised members of the chimpanzee sanctuary community on a wide range of legal issues. He has taught animal law since 1996 and currently teaches at three Bay Area law schools. He is a coeditor of Animal Law, the first animal law casebook, currently in its sixth edition and coauthor of A Worldview of Animal Law, which provides a broad perspective on animal law around the world. Bruce’s clients include numerous animal protection organizations as well as private individuals. He has practiced animal law since 1992 and represented clients in state and federal courts as well as regulatory and administrative proceedings. He is a lawyer in the San Francisco office of national law firm Riley Safer Holmes & Cancila and has an almost-exclusive focus on a wide range of animal law matters, including litigation, education, legislative drafting and counseling, and consultation. All Rights Reserved.Bruce Wagman is an animal lawyer, an expert strategist, and a true friend to animals. Tracy Campion is a freelance writer covering all things Seattle. Volunteers provide TLC for rescued cats looking for permanent homes and they can staff special events as well. Purrfect Pals asks for a five-month commitment and volunteers must commit to one-, two- or three-hour shifts per week. Purrfect Pals finds home for more than 2,000 cats each year and volunteers are integral to its work. While the sanctuary is located in Arlington, there are volunteer opportunities throughout the state, including at area PetSmart and PetCo locations. ![]() And it's one of the largest cat-only sanctuaries in North America as well. Purrfect Pals, which was founded in 1988, is the Pacific Northwest's largest cat-only adoption sanctuary and organization. Purrfect Pals cat (Credit, Tracy Campion) Related: Best Off Leash Dog Areas In Seattle Homeward Pet volunteers often stay with the organization for years, feeling a strong sense of compassion and connection with the animals and a sense of camaraderie with staff/fellow volunteers. Volunteer opportunities include dog care (minimum age of 18), cat care (minimum age of 16), street team, where volunteers maintain donation barrels and post flyers (minimum age 16 or work with a parent or guardian), and reception, where volunteers welcome visitors to Homeward Pet (minimum age 18). A three-month minimum commitment is required. Volunteers begin with orientation and then classes, with some positions requiring multiple classes and on-the-job training. Last year, Homeward Pet helped 1,690 cats and dogs find their permanent homes. Homeward Pet's volunteers help with various programs, including animal rescue and transfer, adoption, community awareness and foster care. Homeward Pet Adoption Center (HPAC) is one of the Seattle area's largest no-kill nonprofit animal shelters, and has been helping animals and providing volunteer opportunities since 1990. Homeward Pet volunteer Gayle and Turbo, a dog rescued from a hoarding case. Volunteers learn about chimpanzee behavior, the unique personalities of the Cle Elum Seven and find great satisfaction in knowing that their work directly benefits the animals. CSNW has three levels of volunteers: Level I volunteers who help with meal prep, washing kitchen produce, doing laundry and preparing enrichment Level II volunteers, who help the staff clean the enclosures and Level III, who are trained to interact directly with the chimpanzees. Volunteers are integral to CSNW's work and they have a unique opportunity to see what it takes to run a sanctuary and get behind-the-scenes experience that wouldn't normally be available. providing care for chimpanzees, is nestled in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains, 90 miles east of Seattle. ![]() ![]() It is currently the home of seven chimpanzees collectively known as the "Cle Elum Seven." The 26-acre sanctuary, which is only one of several in the U.S. (Credit, Tracy Campion)Ĭhimpanzee Sanctuary Northwest (CSNW) was founded in 2003 as a sanctuary for chimpanzees who were used in biomedical testing and entertainment. Burrito Chimpanzee eating squash outside at Chimpanzee Sanctuary Northwest. ![]()
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