Today I saw a photo of the men of Rescue Ink in an article in New York’s Newsday. Rescue Ink is made up of a bunch of big strong, scary-looking tattooed biker guys but with a twist―they all have a big heart for animals. I don’t know about you, but to me, there is nothing on the planet more appealing than a big strong guy rescuing or caring for a helpless animal.

These Long Island-based men are relentless and determined. They’ll do anything to help animals, and their range of good works is expanding. They work with the police to uncover dogfighters, deliver doghouses to dogs without shelter, investigate cruelty cases, and take dogs and cats in for spaying and neutering. They work closely with animal shelters, trying to help alleviate the pervasive and enormous problems of neglect and cruelty to animals. According to their Web site, “We will stop at nothing within the bounds of the law to protect animals at risk. We will intercede without hesitation when we are informed of a situation that needs to be addressed, and we will address it. If we need to convince people to do the right thing ... we can be very convincing …”

“Rescue Ink is all about zero tolerance when it comes to animal abuse and neglect. Our ranks are growing every day, as Americans from coast to coast are reaching out to join in our efforts. If you know something we should know, give us a call … NOW!”

PETA was so impressed with them that we actually gave them our “Compassionate Action Award.”

New York City residents who suspect cases of animal abuse, find abandoned animals, or have an animal they can no longer care for are urged to call the Rescue Ink hotline at 631-737-2834. Anyone interested in volunteering to help further Rescue Ink's lifesaving work can fill out a sign-up form on the group's Web site, Rescue Ink.org.

I wish every city had a Rescue Ink branch!