Welcome to Rocky Mountain Animal Defense

ocky Mountain Animal Defense (RMAD) works to help eliminate the human-imposed suffering of animals in the Rocky Mountain region. RMAD furthers its mission through public education, investigation and research, the legislative process, direct action, and appeals to reason and compassion.

In Search of an Executive Director
Rocky Mountain Animal Defense (RMAD) has worked to help eliminate the human-imposed suffering of animals in the Rocky Mountain region since 1994. Based in Boulder, CO, RMAD furthers its mission through public education, investigation and research, the legislative process, direct action, and appeals to reason and compassion. We are currently looking for an executive director with big ideas, energy and creativity that can take this established organization into a new era. If interested, please send me a short summary of your qualifications and your ideas for where you would take our organization. Questions and applications should be sent to Dr. Scott Plummer.

Tell Us What You Think!
We want to hear from you about issues important to our organization. Take the 15 question survey here!

Calling All Animal People!
If you're a person who loves animals, let's meet! Thursday June 25^th, 5 - 7pm We're hosting a VERY informal mingler for folks like YOU! NO RSVP...come if you can! NO charge...just pay for any food and drink yourself! There will be food for most any diet. NO special agenda...have fun, meet folks, share info about animals, groups you belong to, etc. When: Thurs, June 25, 5 - 7 pm Where: Wynkoop Brewery, Wynkoop St & 18th St, downtown Denver Questions? Contact Sherry.

Vegan BBQ
Saturday June 27^th, 4 - 8pm Come to Oakhurst Park (in Westminster) on Saturday, June 27^th from 4pm to 8pm for a community BBQ. Play Frisbee, listen to music, chat with friends, catch some sun, and eat a veggie burger. We’ll supply the veggie burgers. You supply the side dish (100% plant-based) and your own plate/utensils. There is no cost and it’s not a fundraiser. RSVP to Alex

PBK Dog Campaign Update
On Sunday, May 7^th, sixty-six dogs arrived at the Denver Dumb Friends League. Most of them had traveled from Denver to Missouri just a few days earlier, and made the long ride back on Saturday night. Prairie Bark Kennels (PBK), a notorious puppy mill located just west of the heart of Denver, claimed they were relocating and “needed” to get rid of their breeding dogs. RMAD worked with other groups to buy as many dogs as possible. Because of animal lovers like YOU, we raised thousands of dollars. All of the money is going to PBK dogs and to future rescues. Click here to get updates on the PBK Dogs and other animal activities in Colorado

Introducing the RMAD WatchDog
Every year nearly 4 million dogs and cats are killed in the United States because no one adopted them. Buying a pet store dog essentially means that an adoptable shelter dog will die. Reputable breeders do not sell to pet stores. The dogs in a pet store typically come from puppy mills, which are industrial breeding facilities. Puppies are treated like products and breeding dogs endure miserable lives, confined to cages. The RMAD WatchDog Goals are: • To ensure that state regulations are enforced • To reach out to consumers who have purchased sick puppies • To work with humane organizations and dog groups in order to expand our message • To work with law enforcement in situations in Colorado that may warrant further investigation or action • To work with the state legislature to pass dog-friendly legislation • To support and promote pet store protests Learn more about WatchDog here, and see how you can make a difference in the lives of these animals!
Support RMAD!		RMAD Teams with Vegan Essentials!
Help us help animals! Read our 2008-2009 appeal here. Support YOUR group working to make the world a more compassionate place.		RMAD is now a Vegan Essentials afilliate! VE pays RMAD a 5% commission for top-recommended products. Check it out here and start shopping!
Stay Informed with RMAD eNews!		THINK GLOBAL
Keep abreast of RMAD's work, campaigns and events with RMAD eNews, issued every two weeks via our Announce list. Past editions are archived here and more info can be found here. To sign up for Announce, email mail@rmad.org with the subject line "Subscribe Announce."		RMAD's THINK GLOBAL Humane Education Speakers Bureau is a network of volunteers that deliver talks to school groups, social clubs, churches, and other organizations. For more information on the program, including an application, click here.
Public Service		Volunteer!
RMAD responds to over a thousand animal-related inquiries each year, from how to avoid dissection to where to find good veg food. If you have any questions or concerns, please or call us at 303-449-4422.		RMAD is always looking for volunteers to help with various projects. If you're interested in volunteering, click here or email us at or call us at 303-449-4422.
New Sponsor: Masterpiece Solutions		New Sponsor: Namaste Solar
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