“There's something to be said for going to a shelter and checking out the adults first because you can really get to know the personalities of the animals. Whereas when you get a puppy or kitten, you don't really know what you're going to end up getting.”

American actress, author, model, and animal rights activist

Beth Ostrosky Stern is an American actress, author, model, and animal rights activist. She is known for her work in entertainment and for public advocacy on behalf of animals. Her career spans modelling, acting, and writing, and she has also become associated with animal welfare causes. That mix of work has made her a familiar public figure beyond any single field.