Tomorrow Comes Today

I'm obviously an animal person, but living in New York the only animals I get to see on a day-to-day basis are flying rats and canines. New Yorkers might think they have it all, but what we lack is a tangible link to nature. Sure, we may have the occasional coyote in Central Park, but that's nothing compared to what's really roaming out there. Photographer Joel Sartore knows all about the great beyond. As a National Geographic Magazine contributor, he spends his days capturing a huge range of creatures from across the globe. For his most recent book, Rare, he focused on documenting America's endangered species and the results are astounding. Click here to find out how you can help, and watch this for a sneak peek of what you'll find in the book:

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Creature Comforts

I'm a firm believer that animals vastly increase our quality of life - especially when that life is being lived in the confines of New York City. Whether you have a dog, a cat, or a hermit crab, it's all in the pleasure of taking care of a creature that depends on you, and the satisfaction you get when that little guy looks into your eyes. Do I sound crazy? Maybe a little, but isn't love and compassion something that we all want to share? I think hoarding is a completely different story, but doing good for others (whether they're furry or not) is a good way to up your karmic quota. Lynea Lattanzio of The Cat House on the Kings, has created the ideal sanctuary for our friends in need, and she's an inspiration to animal lovers worldwide.