Campaigns director at Zoocheck knew Barker for years as they collaborated on both successful and failed efforts to free animals from captivity at Canada’s zoos
Television host Bob Barker charmed viewers on “The Price is Right,” but it’s his “strong voice for animals” that one Canadian wildlife advocate says will be irreplaceable.
“I just can’t imagine there will be somebody to replace that ever,” Woodyer said in a phone interview.Earlier in his career, he had established himself as a vocal advocate for animal rights, most famously with his “Price is Right” sign-off where he reminded viewers to spay or neuter their pets. The message was aided by his own DJ&T Foundation, founded in 1995, which sought to reduce the overpopulation of domestic animals by lowering the cost of sterilization.
In 2011, Barker appeared on CTV’s “Canada AM” morning show where he explained that elephants were not adapted to brave Canada’s harsh winter climate and Lucy’s health was deteriorating. Together, they were involved in a controversial and years-long effort to move three elephants – Toka, Thika and Iringa – from the Toronto Zoo to a sanctuary in California. The campaign included Barker making public appearances and mingling with local city councillors to explain his view in hopes they would lend their support.
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