About Allie and Avery

Hi, and welcome to The Adventures of Allie and Avery! This blog is all about the journey to a cruelty-free lifestyle. Since I was a child I have felt the need to eliminate the consumption of animal products from my life, and I have finally decided to become a full-time, no-excuses vegan.

Though I have always loved animals, it was not until I adopted my first dog that I realized what a sincere and life changing connection can be created between a human and an animal. He was a neglected, abandoned, six month old mutt, dying of dehydration and a fever of 106 degrees when I found him and brought him home, and we have had an incredible first year together. While he has helped me overcome many aspects of the chronic anxiety I have struggled with my whole life, I have helped him overcome his fear of abandonment and illnesses that resulted from severe food allergies.

This is what little Avery looked like the day I brought him home. He had an advanced case of canine influenza, an upset tummy, and was underweight and dehydrated. He recovered after two weeks of love and medical treatment, but I can never forget what bad shape this sweet dog was in when I found him.

          

This is Avery a few short months later, almost fully healed from the terrible neglect he faced at the beginning of his life.

Avery and I found each other at a moment when we were both alone and in need of friendship, and since adopting him I have had to reevaluate my entire relationship with all animals. Certainly dogs, cats, and other companion animals are easy to love, respect, and care for, but what about all the other animals we are responsible for? The cows, chickens, pigs, ducks, goats, elephants, bears, gorillas, horses, and all others subject to humanity’s self-perceived dominion over the planet? I believe that it is our duty to consider each sentient creature we encounter the same way we would consider our own dogs and cats: with care and compassion.

It is because of this responsibility that I am committing to a life free from cruelty to animals. This means no animal meat or byproducts in my food, beauty supplies, or clothing. What a worthwhile challenge for the new year! I encourage everyone who has ever considered a transition to a cruelty-free lifestyle to check out my posted resources and give it a shot; it’s amazing how quickly you will experience the lightness of a clean conscience. More to come, Happy Veganing!

Allie & Avery