Ardeth Baxter
Living in Santa Fe, NM
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On AC since: 04.26.07
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Ardeth is a freelance writer/editor/publisher/webhead and the proud guardian of eight dogs and cats. A book on her animal companions is in the works.
Ardeth is a freelance writer/editor/publisher/webhead and the proud guardian of eight dogs and cats. A book on her animal companions is in the works.
Education/Experience:
BA in Spanish, TESL certificate, world traveler, animal advocacy
BA in Spanish, TESL certificate, world traveler, animal advocacy
Interests:
animal rights, pet issues, human rights, veganism, environmentalism, ethics, Eastern philosophy, liberal politics
animal rights, pet issues, human rights, veganism, environmentalism, ethics, Eastern philosophy, liberal politics
Motto:
Whatever you do, be true.
Whatever you do, be true.
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Who hasn't tried to figure out what life is all about? Some of the world's greatest minds have tried to come up with the answer, but maybe the truth is more fantastical than we've imagined.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 1/26/2010
I take exception to the pro-meat bias of "The New Yorker" in its choice of letters to the editor on its review of Jonathan Safran Foer's "Eating Animals", and also take Mr. Foer to task about his ethical wimpiness.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 1/26/2010
If you think that drinking milk or eating dairy every day will keep you healthy and provide you with the calcium you need, think again.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 1/26/2010
It's looking more and more like the development of Alzheimer's and other types of dementia is intimately related to one's dietary choices.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 12/13/2009
Animal advocacy is a thankless task that nevertheless is pursued by those of us who believe that if we don't learn to respect the rights of our fellow animals, we ourselves are doomed as a species.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 12/13/2009
All things being equal, scooping the poop can be a downright enlightening experience.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 12/13/2009
The jigsaw puzzle-approach to health is harming rather than helping humans and their fellow animals.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 9/15/2009
Are we killing our carnivorous cats with commercial grain-heavy diets, and if so, what can we do about it?
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 9/13/2009
Times are changing, and people are finally getting the message that high-animal fat diets just aren't good for them. Here's a healthy twist on a familiar weight reduction regimen.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 9/5/2009
Who's really bringing home the bacon, and how does it affect your health?
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 9/5/2009
There is sugar, and there is sugar. Why high fructose corn syrup should be on top of anyone's "To Avoid" list.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 9/5/2009
A spoof of a Hollywood tell-all mixed with a faux memoir and a cunning animal rights manifesto, this entertaining book about the life of Tarzan's Cheeta has it all!
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 9/4/2009
There are many choices for improving joint health and relieving pain in your older dog with osteoarthritis.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 8/18/2009
Studies have shown that this important vitamin may play a role in the prevention and treatment of this all-too-common cancer.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 6/10/2009
Strokes have many warning signs and can be devastating to a family, so it's a good idea to educate yourself on what to look for.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 6/10/2009
Fungal nail infections are among the most common of conditions and can be very unsightly. But don't despair! There is hope.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 6/10/2009
Learn the difference between HDL and LDL cholesterol and stay healthier longer.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 6/10/2009
Xerostomia is a common condition with a myriad of causes and some simple treatments.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 6/10/2009
You can't ignore a kidney stone attack because it hurts so much. But what can you do about kidney stones?
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 2/24/2009
If you love cats but don't want to commit to one permanently or you already have enough kitties of your own, fostering is another rewarding option.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 2/24/2009
The original canine diet had nothing in common with dry kibble and canned food. Learn how you can improve your dog's health by serving him raw foods and bones.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 2/24/2009
There are many ways you can help your animal shelter, from volunteering to walk the dogs to leaving it money in your will.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 2/24/2009
Vitamin C has impressive health-enhancing properties and is absolutely vital to our well-being, but don't overdo it.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 1/29/2009
Camu-camu, a fruit from the Amazonian rainforest, has been credited with being an effective treatment for everything from colds to depression. Are the claims true?
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 1/29/2009
The rabies virus is treatable in humans if it's caught before symptoms occur and can be prevented in animals through vaccination.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 1/29/2009
Depression comes in many shapes and sizes, and there are numerous ways to fight it once you determine what type of depression you suffer from.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 1/29/2009
Echinacea, touted as a cold and flu remedy, may not be a cure-all but it's well worth keeping in your medicine chest.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 1/29/2009
There are times when taking antibiotics is appropriate, but these over-prescribed drugs are often useless and even harmful.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 1/23/2009
Do the sometimes dangerous side effects associated with taking antidepressants outweigh their psychiatric benefits?
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 1/23/2009
People of all ages suffer from the pain and swelling of hemorrhoids, which can be treated herbally and homeopathically and prevented with exercise and a high-fiber diet.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 1/23/2009
Ear infections often don't need to be treated with heavy-duty antibiotics. Herbal and homeopathic remedies are also worth a try.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 1/23/2009
Ear pain is a symptom that can signal many different disorders, from relatively minor to serious, so don't ignore it.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 1/23/2009
The autoimmune disorder gluten allergy, also known as celiac disease, is inconvenient but easily treatable with a careful dietary regimen.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 1/22/2009
If you have irritable bowel syndrome, you need to learn how to decrease stress in order to reduce your symptoms.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 1/22/2009
The liver, one of the most hard-working organs in our body, will function more efficiently with a nutritious diet and the judicious use of herbs.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 1/22/2009
Autoimmune disorders are widespread and often difficult to diagnose, but they should never be ignored.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 1/22/2009
Allergic or toxic reactions to spider bites are relatively rare but serious, and it's smart to be familiar with the symptoms of both.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 1/22/2009
The herbs valerian and chamomile are useful in treating anxiety, headaches, insomnia and flatulence.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 1/22/2009
Canine parvovirus is highly contagious and potentially deadly, but it's very controllable in vaccinated dogs.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 1/22/2009
Also known as feline panleukopenia, this highly infectious, contagious and often fatal disease is preventable with vaccination.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 1/22/2009
Rhinos come in different shapes and sizes, but they're all in peril of disappearing from the planet.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 1/22/2009
Scientific research increasingly indicates that a high-meat diet is a major factor in developing prostate, breast, colon, rectal, and ovarian cancers.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 1/22/2009
A great way to reduce stress without drugs is through meditation.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 1/22/2009
Tattoos are wildly popular as body art, but not everyone can tolerate getting their skin inked.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 10/31/2008
Home remedies for unsightly and painful bruises, or ecchymoses, may be sitting in your medicine chest or kitchen cabinet.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 10/31/2008
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs can relieve pain and swelling in dogs, but they come with a hefty price.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 10/31/2008
Canine Incontinence is messy but treatable.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 10/31/2008
Salivary gland dysfunction in dogs has a number of causes and can be serious.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 10/31/2008
Distemper kills more dogs than any other infectious disease.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 10/11/2008
Gastroenteritis in dogs can be caused by a myriad of factors, and its treatment depends on the cause.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 10/11/2008
Does your dog suffer from lack or energy or obesity? It could be hypothyroidism.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 10/11/2008
Many older cats suffer from an overactive thyroid gland, but diagnosing the problem can be tricky.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 10/11/2008
Animal-to-human disease transmission is more common than you think.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 10/11/2008
The feline formerly known as Furry Purry finally found a family.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 9/6/2008
How to prevent and treat the various types of canine tapeworms.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 9/6/2008
Pyelonephritis, or kidney infection, can lead to kidney failure in cats, so don't ignore it.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 9/6/2008
Almond milk is a healthy alternative to cow's, soy and rice milk, and homemade almond milk is even healthier.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 9/6/2008
You don't have to hide out if you suffer from cold sores. Try these home remedies.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 9/6/2008
Ringing in the ear is a common, annoying manifestation of inner ear damage that you can often minimize with home remedies.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 9/6/2008
Diet versus regular soda: Is one "healthier" than the other?
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 9/6/2008
Backed-up mucus in your nose is no fun. Here's how to get rid of it.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 9/6/2008
Curing constipation in dogs depends on what's causing it in the first place.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 9/6/2008
Looks matter to voters. So who's hot and who's not, of the Democratic and Republican candidates and their spouses?
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 9/1/2008
This relatively common ear condition has a number of causes and choices of treatment.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 6/22/2008
A number of disorders can lead to hair loss and alopecia in cats.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 6/22/2008
Just a few tweaks to your diet and you could save yourself from an early death due to heart disease.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 6/22/2008
What to do when your dog suffers from sensory overload.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 6/22/2008
Rescuing a baby bird depends on its age and condition.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 6/10/2008
It may sound counterintuitive, but frozen vegetables can be more nutritious as their fresh counterparts.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 6/1/2008
If the condition of your furniture is more important to you than the welfare of your feline, I would suggest that you consider finding another home for him and adopting a stuffed animal.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 5/31/2008
Cats are highly eloquent creatures who are easily understood if you know what to listen for.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 5/31/2008
Wild animals don't have to be exploited anymore for TV and films, thanks to animatronics.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 5/31/2008
Incredibly, chickens raised for their meat and eggs are not protected under the Humane Slaughter Act.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 5/31/2008
When you need that extra physical boost, consider plant-based foods first.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 5/25/2008
Indoor, outdoor, or somewhere in between? Your decision is crucial.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 5/25/2008
I support our troops. I don't want them killed and injured in a preemptive, needless, illegal war.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 5/25/2008
Bird parents can be very creative when it comes to choosing the right spot to hatch and raise their young.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 5/24/2008
Religious holidays and animal sacrifice often go hand in hand, even in the 21st century.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 12/11/2007
While you're busy enjoying the holidays with your family, pity poor Persephone trapped with Pluto in Hell with no cell phone signal.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 12/1/2007
So who said Heaven is the best place to go to have fun?
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 12/1/2007
Fur-Free Friday protests are more important than ever because the fur of domesticated dogs and cats are ending up on fur-trimmed items in the U.S.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 11/19/2007
I've learned a lot about hearing aids through my mother's experience with them.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 11/14/2007
Anxiety attacks, also known as panic attacks, can hit anyone at any time, but there are effective ways to deal with them.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 11/14/2007
Citrus limonum, the common lemon, can be used in a myriad of ways to make you feel better.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 11/14/2007
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common condition that can often be treated without drugs.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 11/14/2007
Do full moons influence animal behavior, or is that just a fanciful myth?
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 10/31/2007
You can have the best of both worlds-the company of your pet cats as well as wild birds-if you follow some simple rules.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 10/30/2007
It's crucial that you know what's toxic for your cat and how to treat her if she swallows these products.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 10/30/2007
Cut down on the sad statistics about lost and stolen pets by making sure your pet has some form of identification at all times.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 10/30/2007
I recently did some work for the actress formerly known as Charlemagne's lover.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 10/9/2007
The beauty of Santa Fe attracts many celebrities, and I've had the privilege of meeting one of them, the actress, animal advocate and yoga practitioner Ali MacGraw.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 9/27/2007
Who does Dennis Kucinich think he is, running for President of the United States (again)?
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 9/27/2007
The New Mexico ghost town Bonanza City comes alive for a new and controversial TV reality show.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 9/16/2007
Animal advocates are a motley group with widely divergent opinions. Here is a sampling of influential individuals and couples in the field.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 9/7/2007
Old Man Gloom has been burned at the stake in Santa Fe since 1924 to the delight of scores of spectators. This year it happens on September 6th.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 9/4/2007
Consumer information about the use of animals in product and drug research.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 8/29/2007
The oldest and most widely prescribed estrogen replacement drug has been responsible for the suffering and deaths of millions of horses over the decades.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 8/29/2007
Democratic presidential candidate Dennis Kucinich is capturing the hearts, minds and funny bones of the public.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 8/28/2007
You can be proactive when it comes to saving animals from abuse.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 8/28/2007
Kids who torment and kill animals can go on to commit violent crimes.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 8/28/2007
If you love wildlife, don't patronize zoos.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 8/26/2007
Blowing away nature is a sadistic and stupid way to enjoy yourself.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 8/24/2007
Animal circuses are exercises in animal abuse masquerading as entertainment.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 8/24/2007
There is no excuse to wear another animal's hair, and every reason not to.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 8/24/2007
The clothes and accessories you choose reflect animal kindness or animal cruelty.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 8/24/2007
Reincarnation is what happens when you're busy doing something else.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 7/31/2007
I've been researching the possible reasons why my cat Maya has lost her hearing.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 7/30/2007
Locals of diverse political backgrounds get together when gas and oil producers become interested in drilling in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 7/26/2007
Rattlesnake roundups are exercises in human sadism and stupidity as well as ecological idiocy.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 7/21/2007
Truth teller Dennis Kucinich exposes the hypocrisy of Clinton, Edwards, and Chertoff.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 7/20/2007
As I drive past the buffalos and Pronghorns on the way into town, I think about how they used to number in the millions until they were almost extincted by humans.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 7/16/2007
There's nothing romantic or manly about cowboys and rodeos, or the ranching business they represent.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 6/29/2007
Two more reasons why Dennis Kucinich is the best candidate for president.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 6/28/2007
Despite anti-cockfighting laws, cockfighting continues to flourish underground in a number of states.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 6/22/2007
Vegetarian cats and dogs can be healthy if you have sufficient knowledge of their nutritional needs. Raising vegan cats and dogs is more problematic.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 6/21/2007
You can create a healthier diet for your pet with a little bit of practical knowledge.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 6/21/2007
The intelligence and adaptability of coyotes has saved them from extinction, despite continuous persecution by ranchers and other interest groups who consider them "varmints".
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 6/20/2007
The five species of prairie dogs endemic to North America have been severely decimated because of human encroachment.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 6/20/2007
Tarantulas may look ferocious, but their nemesis is a benign-looking wasp who survives by cannibalizing them.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 6/20/2007
Recalls are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to questionable pet food quality.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 6/18/2007
Factory farming is a lose-lose-lose for the environment, the animals, and your health.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 6/18/2007
Animals can benefit from the wisdom of traditional Chinese medicine, just like people.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 6/15/2007
Want to feed your pets a natural diet rather than commercial pet food? Great idea, but you need to observe their reactions to the foods you introduce.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 6/15/2007
Dennis Kucinich is widely considered a joke by the media, his own peers, and the American public, even though he's really the best choice for President.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 6/11/2007
My experience with veganism has shown that it's a win-win for personal health, the environment, and for the animals.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 6/11/2007
Two whales and a corgi eloquently communicate the message that humans as the most powerful species should protect their fellow animals, not exploit them.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 6/8/2007
Both dogs and cats benefit from eating vegetables and some fruits.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 6/8/2007
Based on personal experience, the Scion xB is an eminently practical and distinctive-looking vehicle that drivers of all ages should consider.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 6/6/2007
A comparison of current Democratic candidates for President regarding their animal advocacy and human rights records leads me to conclude that Dennis Kucinich is the most promising choice.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 6/1/2007
Ravens are survivors and fun lovers who have established their place in myth and poetry as well as nature.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 6/1/2007
Pigs are highly intelligent animals who are more appropriate as pets. Farming them for food is cruel, terrible for the environment and personal health, and hard on taxpayers.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 6/1/2007
Why a gourmet product with a chic name should be shunned by the true cognoscenti.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 5/25/2007
Lobsters are fascinating animals who deserve better than to be tortured to death by humans.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 5/25/2007
Why it's a good idea to continue not to eat veal.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 5/25/2007
To write or not to write: That is the question!
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 5/25/2007
Effective animal research alternatives have always been out there and should be utilized more by scientists.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 5/22/2007
Ruby and Maggie symbolize the sad lives of elephants as zoo attractions.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 5/22/2007
People react in all sorts of ways when they encounter animal rights protesters.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 5/21/2007
Do the math, then do your part to save our dogs and cats.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 5/18/2007
Contrary to popular belief, research using animals is a lose-lose proposition.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 5/11/2007
There's more than one way to be a mother.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 5/8/2007
PETA's suggestion to the AP to change its wording when referring to animals is not a trivial one.
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 5/8/2007
Liberals and animal rights should be a natural fit, no?
By Ardeth Baxter | Published 5/4/2007
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