In today's episode, Tabby and Holly discuss Akashinga "The Brave Ones"; Africa's first armed, all woman, all plant-based, anti-poaching unit. It is estimated that by 2024, all elephants will be extinct in the wild- in large part due to poaching. In 2013 alone, approximately 35,000 elephants were poached across Africa. Akashinga currently protects a very small portion of the continent, but the ground that they protect has experienced a tremendous decline in poaching and an uptick in wildlife populations across the board in a very short time. Tune in to today's episode to learn how Akashinga is revolutionizing conservation efforts.  **support Akashinga today with a one-time or monthly donation**@ www.iapf.org

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In this episode, Holly and Tabby talk about the history of animal domestication and offer loads of tips and tricks to become a better "animal guardian" to ALL animals. The ladies take a deep dive into Do Unto Animals (Stewart, 2015) and discuss several other resources to help guide you on your path towards animal guardian enlightenment. Learn how to connect with your beloved cats and dogs, how to co-habitate with wildlife, and how to appreciate farm animals. Give us a out to us @plant_based_nation and visit our website for a list of resources referenced in this episode. SHOP OUR AFFILIATE LINKS AND VISIT OUR VIRTUAL TIP JAR WHEN YOU VISIT OUR HOMEPAGE @ WWW.PLANTBASEDNATIONPOD.COM Switch Out @ 01:19:35 

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• Force of Nature - **CDC approved to combat COVID-19** Cruelty-free, green seal certified, no allergens, all-purpose cleaner.
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• Wild Earth - 100% vegan, cruelty-free, dog food that exceeds AAFCO dietary guidelines. 

Listen to five RECENT headline highlights, gathered by show hosts Tabby and Holly. Stay "in the loop" on important news affecting the plant-based community. Be sure to rate, review, and subscribe to the show. Reach out to us @plant_based_nation and visit our website for a list of resources referenced in this episode. 

SHOP OUR AFFILIATE LINKS AND VISIT OUR VIRTUAL TIP JAR WHEN YOU VISIT OUR HOMEPAGE @ WWW.PLANTBASEDNATIONPOD.COM

Thank you to our affiliates:

• Force of Nature - **CDC approved to combat COVID-19** Cruelty-free, green seal certified, no allergens, all-purpose cleaner.
• Kinder Beauty Box - Cruelty-free, vegan, cosmetic subscription service with deals starting as low as $25 a month. 
• Wild Earth - 100% vegan, cruelty-free, dog food that exceeds AAFCO dietary guidelines.