It seems much to soon to judge how well they are doing. City Critters - A Lower Manhattan cat rescue group headed by Ms. Holly Staver, who appeared to be a sincere and dedicated individual. Legal Action for Animals - A group of volunteer attorneys devoted to animal protection. The bulk of today's law is rooted in the past. Law is made by judges.
Judges make law, which tilts in the direction of previous law.
Current law is based on the common law which has roots in Greek and Roman law. Greek and Roman law stems in part from the Bible. These laws find the universe was designed by a designer for the sake of man. All that is in the universe is here for the benefit of humans. The Law was established for man's sake.