COLOMBO, Sri Lanka – Hundreds of dead sea creatures including whales and dolphins washed up on Sri Lanka’s shore, apparently poisoned by chemicals from a freighter that caught fire and sank, said Government officials Wednesday, revealing part of the toll…
COVID-19: How Has Social Distancing Affected My Brain?
Social distancing measures have quickly become essential to slow the spread of COVID-19. As the pandemic has continued for over 12 months, these precautions have now become second nature to people around the world. Unfortunately, the increase in mental health…
Grand jury’s review of Flint’s water crisis is expected to be completed next week
FLINT, MI – A judge’s review of documents that were presented to a one-man grand jury is nearing completion, paving the way for a potentially faster move in the trial of former Governor Rick Snyder and of eight other people…
Heat kills: Chained dog death leads to urgent PETA PSA blitz
For immediate release:June 29, 2021 Contact:Nicole Meyer 202-483-7382 Norfolk, Virginia. – After a PETA field agent found a female pit bull named Star dead of heatstroke at a Halifax County residence last month, the animal rights group is mounting a…
Adopt-A-Pet Tuesday: Ace, Sunshine & Felix
It’s Adopt-A-Pet Tuesday in Michigan this morning! This week we have Ace, Sunshine and Felix, three of northern Michigan’s many large adoptable pets waiting for a loving family to bring them home. First, meet Ace. It is an American Staffordshire…
Address biodiversity in an authentic and effective way
Biodiversity provides humanity and our economies with the resources to thrive. However, the planet is experiencing a great loss of biodiversity due to overfishing, deforestation and pollution. Humans and our planet’s ecosystem are inextricably linked and as our planet warms,…
How often do you cut the nails of dogs and cats?
Stray animals that enter the shelter often need a certain level of grooming, whether it’s a simple bath or a serious shave. A dirty animal may be nothing more than an affront to our sense of smell, but other aspects…
Undercover activist films mistreated pigs in Dutch slaughterhouse
A pig that is dragged by the ear in the video Varkens in Nood Animal rights activist, who infiltrated a slaughterhouse in Epe for 20 days, was continuously filmed by cameramen mistreat pigs and other animals by repeatedly hitting them…
Brutus in Your Pet of the Week by Calaveras County Animal Services – The Pine
San Andreas, CA… Meet Brutus, a Pit Bull mix estimated to be around six years old. Truly a gentle giant, Brutus is extraordinarily affectionate and really wants to please. He walks well on a leash and sits impatiently for treats.…
The Secret Life of José Vicente DeLaveaga
DeLaveaga Park is known today for its covered bridge picnic area along Branciforte Drive, municipal golf course, disc golf courses, National Guard Armory and Shakespeare Amphitheater. But who is the mysterious benefactor who gave the park its name? Portrait of…
Disaster seizures at the border to aid research into illegal wildlife trade
It’s a horrible list: a monkey paw, whale ear bones, gray wolf and bear skins, elephant feet and orangutan skulls. All the memories people wanted to bring to Australia. Instead, these items seized at the Australian border will soon be…
The adorable Basil the Beagle is the UK’s first funeral therapy dog and paw carrier
Anyone with a dog will know they have an incredible ability to know when something is going on, but for a smart Beagle, it’s not just a smart quirk – it’s their job. Beautiful Basil, who is 11, has a…
Pakistani influencer uses lioness as ‘party prop’, sparks outrage online
While most people use balloons, streamers, and flowers as party decorations, a Pakistani influencer has annoyed many people online by using a lioness as a “prop.” Videos of Susan Khan’s birthday party are going viral and several people are calling…
Teenager’s death highlights dogs roaming free on tribal lands
SUNDANCE, NM (AP) – A lonely dog with sad eyes and no collar trotted down a dusty dirt road in a hardscrabble community near the southeast corner of the Navajo Nation. In a flash, a pack of other loose collared…
Useful tips
DEAR READERS: Thinking of adopting a dog? Congratulations. You will live to be 10 and maybe 20 years of love, lick and laugh. An important consideration to take into account? The dog’s temperament and energy level. Breeds such as the…
New MARS Equestrian Veterinary Scholarship Program for Equine Research – Business Solutions for Equine Practitioners
University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine (Penn Vet), together with the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) and MARCH Equestrian, has launched a new international scholarship program aimed at advancing horse health and welfare while providing an unprecedented learning experience for…
‘Yes, puppies can swim’: expert speaks out on dangers to sea lion puppies amid La Jolla debate
Between a demand to close Point La Jolla to help separate humans and sea lions and attempts to stop the July 4 fireworks above La Jolla, local animal rights groups have sounded the alarm on the damage that could result…
OC’s $ 8 billion tax expenditure finalized without any public remarks from supervisors
Orange County elected supervisors gave final approval this week to nearly $ 8 billion in taxpayer spending on law enforcement, homelessness, mental health and other services that don’t change expenses recommended by county staff. Supervisors had no public discussion on…
Dogs for adoption at the Town of North Hempstead Animal Shelter on June 25
News 12 Staff June 25, 2021, 11:00 a.m. Updated: June 25, 2021, 11:00 a.m. In this week’s Paws & Pals, the City of North Hempstead Animal Shelter featured three dogs looking for their “furever” homes. Belle is a senior mix…
Roast pig statue in Rome sparks animal rights protests
Emiliano Coletta, artist and visual arts professor at the university, said he and Mr. Longo had gone to meet animal rights protesters, to have “civil dialogue”. “I can understand that not everyone can enjoy the job, but frankly it bothered…
Meet this Delhi-based NGO that fed over 900 dogs a day during COVID-19 lockdown
After seeing a hungry dog on the streets of west delhi, animal lover, Arpit Mathur, who worked with Robin Hood’s army, began to feed the dogs on the streets. “I took it upon myself to take care of the stray…
Animals also deserve disaster preparedness plans. Here is how you can help. A human world
By Kitty Block and Sara Amundson Two kitten siblings were rescued by HSUS in Texas after Hurricane Harvey forced a sudden and mandatory evacuation of the area. Anthony Rathbun / HSUS via AP Images The past few years have shown…
Humane Society of West Michigan
Humane Society of West Michigan has a long history of promoting the humane treatment and responsible care of animals in West Michigan. The organization was originally known as the Humane Society of Kent County and was first organized in 1883…
University of Arizona research program criticized for animal welfare
The University of Arizona has been asked to investigate failures in its animal research programs, which resulted in the deaths of two sheep and caused it to temporarily suspend surgeries on mice. In a letter to University President Robert Robbins,…
Statewide Adoption Event Aims To Save The Lives Of Aiken Area Shelter Pets | Local News
As the SPCA Albrecht Center reaches capacity, they joined forces with shelters across the state during the No Kill adoption event in South Carolina: Pick Me! SC, which aims to save the lives of 1,500 homeless animals in South Carolina.…
“Wet markets” are not as bad for health and biodiversity as we think
So-called “wet markets” have been synonymous with the COVID-19 pandemic, since health officials predicted the virus could originate from one in the Chinese city of Wuhan. This theory has since been refuted, with most scientists now believing the contact to…
First files, compiled by Jack Sheedy
1861 Growing Strawberries: Last week we talked about the success of growing strawberries in Nantucket. We are happy to know that it is just as successful in this village (Barnstable). We have hardly ever seen berries more deliciously scented or…
Orange County pet stores are no longer allowed to sell dogs, cats and rabbits
It’s official. In a year from now, pet stores in Orange County must stop selling dogs, cats and rabbits. It’s a proposal that county commissioners voted on Tuesday. She has gained support from animal advocates, but that scares local business…
Walnut Creek: Planning Commission to Consider Senior Development in Shadelands | New
The housing component would consist of four buildings, with a courtyard between them, and a small recreation building. Two buildings would have three floors and two would have four floors. The care facility would be three stories tall and would…
MSG Maker’s Deadly Tests on Dogs and Others to Bring Warmth to PETA at Annual Reunion
For immediate release:June 22, 2021 Contact:Amanda Hays 202-483-7382 Tokyo – “Will Ajinomoto pledge to ban all animal testing that is not explicitly required by law, as dozens of other global food and beverage companies have already done?” That’s the question…
Clear Shelters: LifeLine DeKalb, Fulton Waive Adoption Fees
DEKALB AND FULTON COUNTY, GA – LifeLine Animal Project’s DeKalb and Fulton animal shelters are fully full, and association leaders are issuing an emergency appeal to help find homes for some of its adoptable dogs and cats. Last week (June…
Holland Patent researchers receive awards
HOLLAND PATENT – Here is a list of the scholarships and awards presented to members of the 2021 class during the opening ceremonies at Holland Patent on Friday: President’s Award for Excellence in Education: Olivia J. Bochniak, Isabella Marie Boulerice,…
Historic victory for animal rights thanks to ARCH Alhaurin el Grande
Unfortunately, Lucero was rescued too late and must have been asleep Credit: ARCH There was a historic victory for animal rights thanks to ARCH Alhaurin el Grande as Andalusian rescue center for horses charity helped in an important matter. In…
The sterilization fund has run out of money
The city’s animal services division spent all of the $ 215,000 budgeted for sterilization vouchers for this fiscal year. On Tuesday, Midland City Council will vote to spend an additional $ 150,000 to cover the last five months of the…
Samantha is your Calaveras County Animal Services Pet of the Week – The Pine Tree
San Andreas, CA… Meet Samantha, an adorable white and brown tabby adult of about 3 years old. She arrived at the shelter as a wanderer and unfortunately no one came to pick her up. A tall girl tipping the scales…
Discovery in animals is important for vaccine development and therapies using COVID antibodies – ScienceDaily
In the fight against viruses, antibodies have the potential to either block infection or allow infection and worsen disease, raising concerns about their use as therapy for COVID-19. In a study published in the journal Cell, Duke’s investigators demonstrated in…
Whining dogs forced into cages for painful experiences at UK ‘factory farm’
Thousands of dogs are bred each year on “factory farms” for “painful toxicity” experiments which take place in laboratories across the UK, activists say. New footage filmed at MBR Acres in Cambridgeshire, considered Britain’s largest beagle farm, reveals their cries…
Droseras are tiny, but deadly
In 1860, a year after the publication of his seminal work on the origin of species, Charles Darwin wrote to a friend: “Right now I care more about Drosera than the origin of all the species in the world. Darwin…
Hybrid man-elephant image is art, does not show a real baby
The claim: a Norwegian woman gave birth to a human-elephant hybrid Researchers in the United States and China ad in April that they had successfully injected human cells into a monkey embryo for the first time. These chimeras, organisms who…
Lonely summer for 19 adorable dogs looking for a home
It has been a lonely summer so far for this beautiful bunch of slaughtered dogs. As they are showered with affection by the amazing team at the Dogs Trust in Uddingston, they are all desperate to find a family and…
Animals of the week: Hal is gentle. Hallie loves to cuddle.
JACKSON, MI – The Jackson County Animal Shelter, 3770 Spring Arbor Road, has many pets available for adoption. Here are two. Hallie is a 4 year old American Staffordshire mix bitch who is predominantly white with unique black markings. Hallie…
Find Me My Furever Home – Rachel at the Chilliwack SPCA – Chilliwack Progress
Find Me My Furever Home is a weekly video featuring pets for adoption from the Chilliwack SPCA. It is composed by Progress in partnership with the Chilliwack SPCA. A female puppy who was found roaming free and is now in…
The real reason Carole Baskin refused to give up the rights of her story
Carole Baskin, who will be played by Kate McKinnon (pictured above) in the upcoming limited series, said in a recent interview with Subway that she was approached by members of the new adaptation’s creative team about her development. “People of…
Charitable giving at its highest level in this pandemic year
This week’s column is a roundup of news on charitable giving, grant opportunities, and an important conversation for leaders of nonprofits. Drum roll please… charitable giving in the United States reached an all-time high of $ 471.44 billion in 2020,…
Dominican Adrian Sisters Celebrate 375 Years of “Heroes” Service
ADRIAN – Thirty-eight fellow Dominican Adrian Sisters who marked a combined total of 375 years of service were recognized on June 10 by the congregation. Under the theme of “Legendary Heroes”, the recognition was presented throughout the day in the…
Animal Magnetism – Winnipeg Free Press
Whether it’s saving 1,700 chickens or taking a virtual tour of Mayor Brian Bowman and his family, Jessica Walker always has something going on at Little Red Barn Micro Sanctuary. Located in Charleswood, the Little Red Barn is home to…
Northampton council budget OK after emotional meeting over PD funding
NORTHAMPTON – After five hours of a meeting that aired emotional arguments for and against reallocating half of the police department’s budget, city council approved Mayor David Narkewicz’s 2022 tax budget in a vote 8 to 1 early Friday morning.…
An aquarium will auction the chance to name 3 belugas
Connecticut aquarium plans to auction the chance to name three of its five recently arrived beluga whales to raise money for their care and offset the cost of their transportation from Canada Through PAT EATON-ROBB Associated Press June 18, 2021,…
Rescue Me: Bessie from South Korea wants to join your family
LOUDOUN COUNTY, VA – Bessie, a dog available for adoption through Loudoun County Animal Services, is a seasoned traveler of the world. She was originally rescued from a residence in South Korea, according to the animal shelter. Bessie is currently…
Meghan Markle reveals her dogs Pula and Guy have been a source of comfort
Meghan Markle has revealed that her two dogs have been a source of comfort in a year when people have been “forced to go their separate ways”. The Duchess of Sussex, 39, who lives in a $ 14million Montecito mansion…
Bear shot dead in Japan after ransacking military base, injures four
A wild brown bear wreaked havoc for hours in northern Japan on Friday, injuring four people as it lashed out at a military base and disrupted flights at a small airport before being shot. A local resident first reported seeing…