Cheryl Moss

Sometimes the most powerful changes begin with a simple realization. When we see animals as individuals rather than commodities, compassion becomes something we practice—not just something we feel. ❤️ Learn more and join us at betterlifeforanimals.com #BetterLifeForAnimals #ChooseCompassion

Every 2 weeks, I share stories, ideas, and conversations that inspire compassion for animals. The latest issue includes my personal vegan journey, a powerful discussion with Clare Mann, a sanctuary spotlight, fundraising ideas, and more Join our community today. betterlifeforanimals.com/newsletter/

What if one of the most impactful things you can do for the planet starts with what’s on your plate? In this episode, Matthew Dominguez discusses the connection between our food choices, animal agriculture, and the future of our planet. Listen now: betterlifeforanimals.com/podcast/067-... #vegan

Excited to share this powerful new podcast episode featuring Dr. Clare Mann — psychologist, author, and creator of the term “Vystopia.” This conversation explores communication, psychology, and how compassion can open minds in ways arguments often cannot. betterlifeforanimals.com/podcast/066-...

Young people can learn leadership, responsibility, science and compassion without harming animals. Humane alternatives like LEAP show there’s a better way forward, one that teaches empathy and respect for all living beings while still building valuable life skills. leapforanimals.org?utm_source=c...

Compassion doesn’t always arrive in big moments. Sometimes it begins with simply seeing an animal differently. Cheryl reflects on a powerful conversation with Jordi and how even small encounters can shift the way we move through the world. Visit betterlifeforanimals.com/podcast/013-... #podcast

Most egg-laying hens are discarded at just 1–2 years old. In this episode, Erica shares how rescuing one chicken changed her life and how Second Hen is now helping hundreds of ex-commercial hens experience freedom, grass, and compassion for the first time. betterlifeforanimals.com/podcast/065-...

The stories children grow up with matter. Films that encourage empathy and compassion for animals can shape how the next generation sees the world. More meaningful conversations. More connection. More kindness. That’s the future we should be building together. #thesheepdetectives #animaladvocacy

Empathy grows when we allow ourselves to truly see animals for who they are — living beings with fear, joy, and the will to live. Compassion is the next step in our evolution. Follow Better Life for Animals and help create a kinder future for all. 💚 #betterlifeforanimals #animaladvocacy #compassion

I’ve found that people are far more open to change when they feel inspired instead of judged. When people research, reflect, and connect information to their own values, something deeper can happen. That’s often where lasting change for animals begins. 💚 betterlifeforanimals.com/podcast/064-...

Motherhood exists far beyond our own species. ❤️ Today, we honor the animal mothers who nurture, protect, and love their babies with the same devotion we recognize in ourselves. Every mother deserves compassion, safety, and peace. Happy Mother’s Day. 🐾

The world teaches us to disconnect from suffering—but compassion is what keeps our humanity alive. Holding onto empathy in a desensitized world isn’t weakness, it’s courage. For animals. For each other. For the kind of world we still have the power to create. #betterlifeforanimals #animaladvocacy

Pickle was written to help people see pigs differently—and inspire more compassion for animals everywhere. You may purchase the book at betterlifeforanimals.com. 100% of net proceeds go to nonprofit organizations fighting to end animal cruelty.

What Jessica shares here is something most people never see. Sanctuaries don’t just expose people to what animals have been through—they give people a place to process it. In a space built on care, consistency, and respect… something shifts. betterlifeforanimals.com/podcast/063-...

Did you see this issue of the Better Life for Animals newsletter? It’s all about connection—animals, people, and the mission that brings it all together. You don’t have to do everything… just something. If you missed it, take a few minutes to read it. mailchi.mp/betterlifefo...

This is what happens when people refuse to look away. Awareness turned into pressure, and pressure forced change. Today is a step forward—but the system behind it still exists. Support the groups doing the work, stay informed, and keep speaking up. #betterlifeforanimals #beagles

What We Ignore Becomes Natural… Some things become so normal, we stop questioning them. That’s how real stories stay hidden in plain sight. Cluck was created to bring one forward—so more people can see and think deeper. Awareness is where it starts. betterlifeforanimals.com 🐔 #betterlifeforanimals

Some stories don’t start as stories—they start as something you can’t unsee. Gabriel was born from a moment that revealed how disconnected we’ve become from the lives behind what we consume. Find the collection at betterlifeforanimals.com — 100% of net proceeds support ending animal cruelty.

When we hear about the beagles at Ridglan, we’re heartbroken—and we should be. But cows, pigs, and chickens suffer too, just as deeply. Compassion shouldn’t depend on the species. If it matters for one, it should matter for all. Learn more at betterlifeforanimals.com #animaladvocacy

When one story breaks our hearts, it opens the door to something bigger. The truth is, suffering isn’t limited to one species. What if we chose to see it all—and let that shape the way we live, every single day? Join the movement, learn more at betterlifeforanimals.com 🙏

World Lab Animals day… They don’t volunteer. They don’t understand. And they don’t get to leave. World Day for Laboratory Animals reminds us that millions are still used in testing. Cruelty-free alternatives exist. What we choose next matters. Learn how you can help at betterlifeforanimals.com

Earth Day Means More Earth Day is a reminder that our choices shape the world around us. The way we produce food impacts air, water, land—and animals. Small, conscious shifts can lead to a more balanced, compassionate future. Follow along for more ways to create a better life for animals. #EarthDay

More than 2,000 beagles are still inside, and the system that kept them hidden is finally being forced into the light. What happens next depends on pressure, awareness, and everyday choices. Change comes when people stop looking away—and demand better. #BetterLifeForAnimals #AnimalAdvocacy

In my conversation with Faik Bouhrik, we discuss how sanctuaries save lives but struggle financially. Vegius aims to connect the vegan economy directly to them—turning everyday choices into funding. “Veganize capitalism.” betterlifeforanimals.com/podcast/009-... #veganfuture #animalsanctuary

In my conversation with Susan Hargraves, I saw what 40+ years of humane education can do. She’s helping children truly see animals—and once that shift happens, it stays. If you believe the next generation can lead with compassion, this is a must-listen. betterlifeforanimals.com/podcast/008-...

Even in traditional places, change is happening. At Vintage in Sun Valley, I asked for a vegan option—and got something thoughtful, creative, and compassionate. More places are listening. Sometimes, all it takes… is asking. www.vintagesunvalley.com #CompassionateEating #VeganOptions #PlantBased

At 11, she drew a dream—just a place to help animals. Years later, she built South America’s first GFAS-verified farm animal sanctuary… saving over 2,300 lives. One idea can change everything. Episode is now live.⬇️ betterlifeforanimals.com/podcast/060-...

There’s Nothing Quiet About That Aisle Most people walk right past it without a second thought. Not because they don’t care—but because they’ve never been asked to. Sometimes all it takes is one shift in perspective. And once you see it… it’s hard to unsee.😔 #BetterLifeForAnimals #AnimalAwareness

The Cost You Don’t See: Behind every circus trick and zoo selfie is a reality most never see. Animals used for entertainment often live in chains, small enclosures, and constant confinement. What feels like a moment for us can mean a lifetime for them. Look closer—and choose differently.

He walked away from corporate life… and it didn’t start the way you’d expect. In this conversation with Mark Starmer, we talk about how one moment led to something much bigger—eventually becoming a sanctuary for 150+ rescued animals. betterlifeforanimals.com/podcast/006-...

1,500+ signatures. 60+ letters. Real movement on a bull riding ban. That’s not luck. In this episode with Karen Bacon, we break down what actually creates change—consistency, relationships, and action beyond awareness. betterlifeforanimals.com/podcast/059-...

Happy Easter. A day rooted in renewal, compassion, and new life. Today is a reminder of what this season represents—and an opportunity to extend that meaning a little further. Wishing you a peaceful Easter with the people and animals you love. #betterlifeforanimals #choosekindness

Today is American Circus Day—a moment to reflect. For decades, elephants, lions, and tigers were used for entertainment, often taken from the wild and trained through fear. Today, that’s changing. More circuses are going animal-free, and more people are choosing compassion.

There’s a moment you see it… and can’t unsee it. Dr. Angela Crawford calls it the “burden of knowing.” It’s not easy—but it’s where compassion and change begin. Full episode ⬇️ www.betterlifeforanimals.com/podcast/005-...

We’re living by rules we didn’t create. A system built on taking more than giving. But what if we changed that? What if we built a world rooted in compassion… not scarcity? Because until we give more than we take—nothing changes. betterlifeforanimals.com/podcast/004-...

Most people never question it. Dog food = meat But what if that belief isn’t based on what dogs actually need. but on what we’ve always been told? In this conversation with Linda Middlesworth, we explore the science — and why more people are rethinking it betterlifeforanimals.com/podcast/003-...

At auctions, animals are treated as commodities — bought, sold, and handled without care for their suffering. It’s not something you’re meant to see. But it happens every day. If change is going to happen, it starts with awareness. 📸 Mercy for Animals Donate today! ig.me/1ODcDG11qQdG...

People don’t change because they’re told to — they change when they connect. When animals are seen as individuals, not background, something shifts — more awareness, more intention, a different way of seeing. Hear more from Molly. ⬇️ betterlifeforanimals.com/podcast/057-...

The "Little Red Barn" is a marketing myth. The reality? A concrete dystopia. In our latest episode, investigative journalist @willpotter describes the haunting silence and industrial scale of modern factory farming. www.BetterLifeForAnimals.com/podcast/055-Will-Potter

Is animal abuse a precursor to other types of abuse? Yes! Find out what attorney, Christine Mott, says about it in the full episode at betterlifeforanimals.com/podcast/054-...