Goby, like every other animal, just wants to be free from harm.  This is the story of how this little guy came into our lives.   It needs to be told so that perhaps humans can engage in some self-reflection and  find within themselves compassion for ALL sentient beings.   And in case you didn't already know, Quincy and Todd from Farm Bird sanctuary are rock stars...

It's the bare-bones, basic right of non-human animals not to be used, abused, murdered, commodified for human interests, selfishness, greed and convenience.  That's it.  It's the idea that as a matter of principle, they are entitled to a life of freedom and peace, just like we want for ourselves.  Let's try to make sense of this. Ok, so we've all seen the shocking pictures of...