Animal advocates from the 36th District in Seattle speak with Michelle Nance (left) Legislative Assistant to Rep. Gael Tarleton at the state capitol during Humane Lobby Day in Olympia, Washington on January 28, 2013. Humane Lobby Day was organized by the ASPCA, HSUS, and Wolf Haven International to educate animal advocates "learn and practice lobbying for animal protection laws at the state level". "It is a full-day event including a lobbying workshop and an overview of relevant bills in your state legislature." according to their website. (© Karen Ducey Multimedia)