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The string of horse deaths cast a pall for some Derby-goers on a mostly cloudy and warm day.

The decision comes after the deaths of Parents Pride on Saturday and Chasing Artie on Tuesday. Both collapsed on the track and died after races.

SAO PAULO, April 27 (Reuters) - A Brazilian court has banned the export of live cattle from all the country's ports, a ruling hailed as historic on Thursday by an animal welfare group.

WASHINGTON—Today the Humane Society of the United States and Humane Society International released a disturbing undercover investigation revealing the potentially deceptive sale of products made from elephant ivory by sellers at 20 stores in Florida.

Research cooperation played positive role in promoting exchange between China, US: authority By GT staff reporters Published: Apr 27, 2023 04:31 PM

Steps to protect the totoaba fish and vaquita porpoise come after the country was sanctioned, but they are being challenged by those intent on selling the fish.

Nanuq, a 1-year-old Australian shepherd, went missing in Savoonga, a St. Lawrence Island community in the Bering Strait, and was found weeks later in the Alaskan city of Wales, with about 150 miles of sea between the two locations.

A fire erupted on a family farm in west Texas this week, killing about 18,000 cows that were worth millions of dollars and injuring one worker.

The apparent mutilation was done with "precision" cuts, officials said.

The fire broke out in the early afternoon on Wednesday and quickly spread to the two barns where pigs were raised. All the animals are thought to have died.Apr 6, 2023

The Kruse Saga: Puppy Mill Suffering, USDA Complicity, and Sick Pet Shop Puppies 02/16/2016

Farmed Animals and the Law

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The video shows 33 swimmers “aggressively pursuing, corralling, and harassing the pod” in Hōnaunau Bay on Sunday, the state said.

Stewie, a 4-month-old, caused chaos in Canarsie on Tuesday, dodging people who frantically chased after him. He was caught and taken back to the slaughterhouse, but the Skylands Animal Sanctuary and Rescue in Wantage stepped in.

Goldie’s Act would ensure the USDA does its job to protect dogs in federally licensed puppy mills

Animal Legal Defense Fund lawsuit leads to rule revocation excepting medium-sized factory farms from environmental review before receiving federal funding

By Harry Baker published 8 days ago A fin whale with a deformed spine was recently spotted struggling to swim off the coast of Spain. Its back was likely broken during a vessel strike, experts say.

By Harry Baker published 8 days ago An elderly lion in an Indiana zoo transmitted COVID-19 to the zookeepers who handfed the severely ill big cat. It is the first recorded time a zoo animal has passed the virus to a human.

Farm animals starve and drown while shipped overseas for slaughter. Europe is considering a ban on the trade. By Sophie Kevany Jan 16, 2023, 7:00am EST

At no other time in history have this many animals died nor suffered so much throughout their lives. September 21, 2022

First responders saw bloodied man being dragged around a corner by dogs, and had to fend off the canines with pickaxes and pike poles, the San Antonio fire chief said.

Michael Konschak said at a hearing in Danbury, Connecticut, which drew dozens of people, including the dogs’ owners and animal rights advocates, that he was ashamed.

By Jennifer Nalewicki published 10 days ago An orca killing spree continues in South Africa. Their target: shark livers.

Officials initially thought the zebra tore the 72-year-old victim's arm off, but doctors were able to "save it." He is in the hospital and has undergone surgery.

By Angela Symons • Updated: 01/03/2023 More than three weeks after the catastrophic earthquakes that hit southern Turkey and northern Syria, desperate barks and meows can still be heard coming from abandoned and collapsed buildings.

After more than 40 years at an Ontario theme park and a decade without a tank mate, Kiska, Canada's last living captive orca, has died.

Vet spotted dog’s ears were sore and red and contacted RSPCA immediately Lucy Skoulding Thursday 10 November 2022 15:52

Rising population has led to increased human encroachment on natural habitats, but climate change is also pushing some animals closer to population centers, experts say.

Dozens of animals reportedly needed vaccines or physical tests, some didn't have shelter

A new analysis of a mummified "mermaid" found in a Japanese temple has revealed exactly what it is made from, and it's not what scientists thought.

20 February 2023 News In our latest Position Paper, we explain how we’d like the food and farming sectors to have evolved by 2050 in the EU, with a focus on animal welfare, plant-based products and the end of industrial agriculture.

15 February 2023 Essere Animali News A new investigation released by Essere Animali has documented the conditions for foxes farmed for their fur in Europe. Foxes were shown to be confined in cramped and dilapidated individual cages, with poor access to food and water and without any enrichment.

Cambridge, UK, 30th September 2020—Weak legislation and limited checks on private captive tiger facilities across the EU and the UK provide significant opportunity for tiger parts, such as skins and bones, to enter illegal trade, according to a joint report from WWF and TRAFFIC, Falling Through the System: The role of the European Union captive tiger population in the trade in tigers.

As climate change transforms our world, the impacts will be felt unequally, with some animals struggling to survive and others finding ways to overcome the resulting challenges.

By Jennifer Nalewicki published 14 days ago Fish and chip shops across Australia are using threatened shark meat in their food.

Despite ecological devastation, habitat loss, human-wildlife conflict, poaching and all the other threats that undermine the ability of wild animals to survive in their natural habitats, Europe’s largest hunting fair opened this week in Dortmund, Germany. By Kitty Block and Sara Amundson January 26, 2023

3 January 2023 GAIA News In collaboration with our member organisation GAIA, the famous primatologist and UN Messenger of Peace Dr. Jane Goodall has made a direct appeal to the Flemish Minister for Animal Welfare Ben Weyts and the Government of Flanders to stop the keeping and breeding of dolphins in captivity.

As the report further highlights, agriculture is responsible for 10.3% of the EU’s greenhouse gas emissions, and nearly 70% of these are caused by the livestock sector.

22 December 2022 Essere Animali Investigation Several roadside checks have been carried out by our member organisation Essere Animali in the Gorizia area, northeast Italy. Seven trucks from Eastern Europe were identified transporting animals in overcrowded conditions, without proper watering systems, or adequate partitions and heights for transport.

Reinventing himself as a beer brewer at the age of 62 had never occurred to Poul Erik Vestergaard, a Danish mink farmer. But the country's controversial cull of its mink population in 2020 over COVID-19 fears forced Vestergaard to swap careers.

Wed, 28/12/2022 - 21:00 Posted in: ECOLOGY & SCIENCE The legislation prohibits the commercial trade of shark fins and products containing shark fins in the United States.

We are thrilled to report a historic victory for captive lions, tigers, and other big cats in the U.S. with President Biden signing the Big Cat Public Safety Act into law on December 20, 2022.

The zoo is now being investigated for a breach of animal rights protections.

A new report released by the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) recommends that the Legislature increase the vessel buffer zone for recreational boaters, commercial whale watching operators, and guided paddle tours around Southern Resident killer whales to 1,000 yards to further support orca recovery.

By Navin Singh Khadka Environment correspondent, BBC World Service

Bans sales of baby animals

Summary: This table details state laws prohibiting sexual conduct between humans and animals. The majority of states (about 48) have some provision that criminalizes engaging in sexual conduct with animals. Currently, New Mexico and West Virginia lack such a law. States are somewhat split between categorizing first offenses misdemeanors or felonies (23 misdemeanor, 25 felony, depending on severity of conduct in states like Nevada and Texas). Subsequent convictions may result in enhanced penalties in many states (felony offenses for second or subsequent convictions). These laws may also require the perpetrator to undergo psychological counseling and may restrain future ownership of animals. Place of Publication: Michigan State University College of Law Primary Citation: Animal Legal & Historical Center

Delegates at a global summit on trade in endangered species have taken a "historic" step to extend protection to 54 species of shark.

The deaths of chickens, turkeys and other birds represent the worst U.S. animal-health disaster to date, topping the previous record of 50.5 million birds that died in an avian-flu outbreak in 2015.

By Rich Co Dec 01, 2022 02:12 PM EST According to a study, vertical pig farming, also known as hog hotels, is not as environmentally friendly as it might seem.

By Euronews and Reuters • Updated: 11/11/2022 If Belgian non-profit APOPO is successful, search and rescue workers in Tanzania could have a new pint-sized ally to help execute their difficult job: a giant rat in a tiny hi-tech backpack.

By Mario Bowden & AFP • Updated: 27/10/2022 Animal rights groups continue to call for Iceland's controversial horse 'blood farms' to be shut down – one year after a video exposed the mistreatment of horses and shocked a nation.

28 October 2022 Leadbeater's possum, one of Australia's most endangered species. Australia holds an unenviable conservation status: it’s the fourth-worst country in the world for species extinctions and is in the top three for critically endangered animals.

By Nicoletta Lanese published 5 days ago Cows fed hemp, which is not yet an approved animal feed, behaved strangely and produced milk with THC.

Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP - Monday, 14 November 2022 Tags: Fish Farms, Bruny Island, Tassal, Huon Aquaculture News more than a tonne of antibiotic-spiked feed have been silently dumped into salmon pens, also contaminating native fish and marine sediments, is chilling.

Being around birds make people feel ‘chirpy’ boosting mental well-being, according to a new study.

Quick, what animal has a terrible memory? Goldfish of course, everybody knows that.

Aquaculture Stewardship Council’s new standards put pressure on the UK to extend its animal welfare laws to fisheries

Campaigners urge Romania to become 20th country in Europe to ban cruel fur farming Humane Society International / Europe

By Jonathan Fagg & Vanessa Fillis BBC News data journalists The RSPCA has said the number of abandoned pets in England and Wales is up 25% compared to the previous year.

Scientists have pinpointed enzymes in wax worm saliva that can degrade plastic bags in hoursCésar Hernández/Biological Research Centre in Madrid

260,000 Europeans have already signed our Fur Free Europe ECI. That means we’re over a quarter of the way to our target of 1,000,000 validated signatures backing this European Citizens’ Initiative, which will oblige the European Commission to respond and take action to ban fur farms and farmed fur products on the European market.

The death of thousands of fish in a river bordering Germany and Poland has sparked a political row between the two countries.

When it comes to showing affection towards people, many dogs are naturals. Now comes word that the remarkable ability to show attachment behavior toward human caregivers also exists in wolves.

By The Animal Reader -September 19, 2022

Climate Change and Cruelty

MISSOULA, Mont.— Nine conservation organizations filed a lawsuit today to challenge the U.S. Forest Service’s 2021 decision to authorize expanded livestock grazing on six allotments on the east side of Montana’s Paradise Valley. The allotments lie just north of Yellowstone National Park in occupied grizzly bear habitat.

A recent report by the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found more than 80 percent of urine samples from children and adults in the U.S. contained the herbicide glyphosate. A study by Florida Atlantic University and Nova Southeastern University takes this research one step further and is the first to link the use of the herbicide Roundup, a widely used weed killer, to convulsions in animals.

David B. Morton University of Birmingham, UK This essay deals with the recognition of non-painful emotional experiences in animals, how they relate to animal wellbeing and animal welfare, and how they can be assessed, monitored and mitigated. While it is written often from a mammalian perspective, the general principles will apply to all animals that are sentient.

The British Hedgehog Preservation Society shared this video on social media and asked the public to leave water out for thirsty wildlife.

Scientists are tracking a new, animal-derived virus in eastern China that has infected at least several dozen people.

August 18, 2022 By Karen Lapizco

Since its formation in 1984, Last Chance for Animals (LCA) has succeeded as one of the global pioneer animal advocacy organizations. Documentation from LCA’s undercover investigations is used by the Special Investigations Unit (SIU) to expose animal abusers and work with prosecutors to obtain criminal charges. LCA’s educational and public outreach programs on a variety of animal issues empower the public to make positive changes for animals and change to make cruelty-free lifestyle decisions.

August 9, 2022 By Karen Lapizco

By Jennifer Nalewicki published 9 days ago In a new study, jumping spiders seem to exhibit similar sleep patterns to humans.

EU rules on animal transport are outdated, misleading and poorly enforced New update and more political will is needed Limit transport time, increase animals’ comfort and control exports more tightly

25 July 2022 Essere Animali News Roadside checks by Essere Animali investigators document trucks parked in the sun with pigs inside, gasping, visibly out of breath. These are dramatic scenes, but they do not constitute any violation of law, thanks to "an absolutely inadequate EU regulatory system in terms of concretely protecting animals" the organisation states.

By Jamie Carter published 7 days ago Nomad jellyfish recently swarmed by the thousands.

Salmonella!!

Every animal in USA slaughtered for food is counted each minute of the deay

Scientists have warned that livestock could suffer more and more heat stress as the climate crisis grows Ethan Freedman Climate Reporter, New York Thursday 16 June 2022 20:39

Exclusive: Brexit minister and Commons leader both reject fact-finding mission after vetoing ban on adverts for extreme cruelty Jane Dalton Friday 10 June 2022 17:34 72 Comments

Animal-driven fertilization may have emerged in the ocean long before it did on land

Long-known as man's best friend, one school in west Wales has made a group of dogs their pupils' pals.

In some not so shocking news, the controversial big cat and wildlife sanctuary, Black Jaguar-White Tiger, was reportedly raided on July 4th, with more than 200 animals being rescued from deplorable conditions and severe neglect.

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FOUR PAWS delivers help in full capacity again for homeless dogs and cats across the country 3.6.2022

By Euronews • Updated: 01/07/2022

The project is focusing on fabricating human skin using a novel bioprinting technology based on patterned laser light sheets.

Killing donkeys to profit from their skins is now prohibited in Tanzania as the Minister for Livestock and Fisheries voices concerns about the country’s donkey population being wiped out due to the global demand for ejiao

Scientists have created tiny robots that can ‘swim’ around oceans and seas while absorbing microplastics.

And the canines are even better than PCR tests at identifying infected people with no symptoms

Most serious offences currently punishable by maximum of six months behind bars Flora Thompson Tuesday 10 May 2022 00:33

by We Animals Media | Apr 13, 2022 | Animals Used for Food, Aquatic Life, News An investigation conducted by Act For Farmed Animals and We Animals Media has revealed for the first time how tilapia, catfish and milkfish are farmed, killed and sold in Indonesia.

Mexico City (AFP) – A Mexican judge on Friday ordered a suspension of bullfighting in Mexico City's Plaza de Toros, the world's largest bullring, after activists filed a lawsuit against the centuries-old practice.

Animals are often the forgotten victims of wars and World Animal Protection is heartbroken at the plight of all the animals suffering in the war in Ukraine.

The Humane Society of the United States releases 10th annual Horrible Hundred report, providing a sampling of 100 problem puppy mills and sellers in the U.S.

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EU concern over ‘cruel’ practice of taking blood from mares to create hormone products that increase reproduction in farmed animals

A coalition of over 110 non-profit groups and scientists, including Species Unite, have come together to urge the Canary Islands government to deny the construction permit for the farm. May 2022

With the majority of deforestation caused by animal agriculture, scientists have discovered that fungi could offer a sustainable - and delicious - solution. May 2022 Credit: Quorn SHARE ON FACEBOOK SHARE ON TWITTER LISTEN TO OUR LATEST PODCAST Amy Jones

Behind the characteristic dolphin ‘smile’ is a world of cruelty. Could robotic dolphins be a solution to ending the trade and saving these marine animals from a lifetime of captivity? May 2022 Credit: LIA/Dolphin Project Amy Jones

The Iowa egg producer killed its hens in response to a single case of bird flu on the farm before firing the majority of its workers. May 4 2022

By Nicoletta Lanese published 5 days ago Turns out mosquitoes adore a certain orangey odor.

A new study of more than 18,000 dog owner-surveys and more than 2,000 DNA sequences shows that the personality of dogs has little to do with its personality. Factors like sex, age and environment have stronger pulls. NBC’s Gadi Schwartz reports for TODAY. April 29, 2022

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The surgical removal of Africa’s large-tusked elephants by trophy hunters continues. Two massive bulls have been killed in the last few weeks in northern Botswana. The tusks of the two bulls each weigh more than 100 pounds and 90 pounds respectively – marking them as among Africa’s largest elephants.

Wolves are facing grave threats from new laws that allow hunters to viciously trap and kill an unlimited number of these caring, intelligent animals.

live animal transport. Cruelty continues

Antartica. China Krill

Experts and animal welfare campaigners are appalled as Spanish seafood company Nueva Pescanova announced plans to open the world’s first octopus farm despite multiple ethical and ecological concerns

Stray animals find solace at Iraq animal shelter. Bella the dog can barely stand after being abused, but she is now receiving care from a Baghdad refuge that hopes to become Iraq's first veterinary clinic for stray animals.

Du 2 au 5 juin 2021, je me suis rendue à Carthagène, en Espagne, avec les ONG Animals International, Animal Welfare Foundation, et mon collègue écologiste Thomas Waitz, pour enquêter sur l’exportation des animaux vivants par bateaux, hors d’Europe en direction du Moyen-Orient.

La France est le premier pays producteur d'œufs d’Europe, et sera le premier pays au monde à mettre en place l’interdiction de gazage et de broyage des poussins.

Lawsuit alleges Smithfield Foods is misleading customers about animal abuse

Bear parts are seized in Australia and New Zealand.

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Norway Whale Slaughter

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How you can hop into action for our national icon

Animal charity says gangs shipping diseased dogs to UK mainland

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This Earth Month, consider ditching the fur and going for more sustainable alternatives—these luxury labels have. 04.12.2021 by Mina Dragani

BY TORI B. POWELL SEPTEMBER 21, 2021 / 6:41 PM / CBS NEWS

Lion suffered for 24 hours

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Our new Cargo of Cruelty report reveals Ethiopian Airlines is shipping live wild animals from West Africa around the world for use as exotic pets.

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İnside documentary on how fish are farmed at this Scottish fish farm

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Fois Gras

Bestiality and Zoonoses

Concerns about the dogs’ welfare and declining betting revenue have led tracks across the country to close in recent decades.

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Slaughter of Australian Cattle

Live animal transport Alice Geary 16:27, Aug 02 2020

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Pet shops now illegal

Zoo one year overdue license

Plant based meat sales ıncreasing

Turkey is changing its laws to protect animals.

BY AMANDA CONNOLLY GLOBAL NEWS Posted October 18, 2018 9:55 am Updated October 18, 2018 3:01 pm

BY ANNA MCMILLAN GLOBAL NEWS Posted February 21, 2020 8:29 pm Updated February 24, 2020 9:47 am

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Dr Marc-Abraham, or Marc the vet as he is more commonly known, is a practising veterinary surgeon, author, and animal welfare campaigner based in Brighton. He sat down with Mark Walker to discuss his life and career.