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Big Hearts Rebuild Big Heart Ranch

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Photos by Lindsey Sullivan Big Heart Ranch, a Malibu local community wellness center and animal rescue sanctuary, is still recovering from this past November's Woolsey Fire. The ranch, like many members of the Malibu community, experienced significant damages because of the fire. Pepperdine student volunteers joined with Big Heart's Community Relations Volunteer Denise … [Read more...] about Big Hearts Rebuild Big Heart Ranch

Lucky Dog Advances Animal Rescue Efforts

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Thousands of stray dogs walk the streets of Los Angeles, while some end up in shelters. Most face the fact of never finding a forever home. Lack of owner responsibility and interest in small, trendy dogs of the time are putting and keeping these rescue dogs in the shelters of Los Angeles. Patricia Kellogg, technical supervisor of the West L.A. shelter, handles and cares … [Read more...] about Lucky Dog Advances Animal Rescue Efforts

Con: Leave Pets At Home

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Art by Madeline DuvallHaving a furry creature around for comfort may seem ideal to the stressed-out student. But with Pepperdine's limited living premises, having a pet-friendly campus just isn't a viable option.Animals do not belong in the cramped dorm lifestyle. Most students have barely enough room for their own things in their small two or three person rooms. Animals need … [Read more...] about Con: Leave Pets At Home

Pro: Allow More Pets On Campus

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Art by Madeline DuvallLife without pets is rough. Students who have grown up surrounded by loving, furry friends come to college and might not see an animal for weeks or even months.The Pepperdine Student Handbook allows students to have service and support animals in the dorms, and does not allow other animals in any buildings or dorms. Students should be allowed to have … [Read more...] about Pro: Allow More Pets On Campus