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Kentucky Derby races on amid 7th death and scratched favorite Forte

The string of horse deaths cast a pall for some Derby-goers on a mostly cloudy and warm day.
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Trainer suspended from Kentucky Derby after two of his horses mysteriously die after races

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.
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Brazil court bans live cattle exports over animal welfare concerns

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.
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New Zealand ships last livestock as ban takes effect

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Undercover investigation reveals elephant ivory being sold across Florida, and sellers who do not have papers to prove legality

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.
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Giant panda Ya Ya returns home to warm welcome

Research cooperation played positive role in promoting exchange between China, US: authority By GT staff reporters Published: Apr 27, 2023 04:31 PM
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Mexico takes aim against marine animals' trafficking but criminal networks persist

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.
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Homeward bound: Lost dog returns home after surviving epic 150-mile journey across Alaskan sea ice

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.
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The worst farm fire in decades kills 18,000 cows in West Texas

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.
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Six cattle that died mysteriously in Texas had their tongues removed, authorities say

The apparent mutilation was done with "precision" cuts, officials said.
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Some 9,000 pigs have been killed in a farm fire near the village of Sint Oedenrode in Brabant.

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
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BREAKING UPDATE! U.S. Department of Agriculture has suspended the license of one of the worst puppy mills operators, Steve Kruse, for 21 days.

The Kruse Saga: Puppy Mill Suffering, USDA Complicity, and Sick Pet Shop Puppies 02/16/2016
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Drone video captures swimmers harassing wild dolphins in Hawaii, officials say

The video shows 33 swimmers “aggressively pursuing, corralling, and harassing the pod” in Hōnaunau Bay on Sunday, the state said.
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Calf who tore through Brooklyn after escaping a slaughterhouse finds a new home at a New Jersey sanctuary

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.
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Federal Lawmakers Reintroduced Goldie’s Act to Protect Dogs in Puppy Mills

Goldie’s Act would ensure the USDA does its job to protect dogs in federally licensed puppy mills
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NEPA Carveout for Medium-Sized CAFOs Struck Down by District Court

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

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Heartbreaking footage shows whale with severely broken back struggling to swim

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.
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In a first, zoo lion transmits COVID-19 to its keepers

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.
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The biggest animal welfare crisis you’ve never heard of

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
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Why Factory Farming Is The Largest Cause Of Animal Abuse In History

At no other time in history have this many animals died nor suffered so much throughout their lives. September 21, 2022
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One arrested in Texas dog attack that left an 81-year-old man dead

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.
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Hunter accused of killing and skinning 2 dogs he thought were coyotes

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.
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2 orcas slaughter 19 sharks in a single day in South Africa, eating their livers and leaving them to rot

By Jennifer Nalewicki published 10 days ago An orca killing spree continues in South Africa. Their target: shark livers.
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Ohio man nearly loses arm in zebra attack at farm

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.
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How Facebook posts, microchips and voicenotes are reuniting pets with their owners in Turkey

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.
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'Heroic' rescue dog who died searching for earthquake survivors in Turkey honoured in home country

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Kiska, Canada's last living captive orca, dies at Marineland

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.
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Escaped wild cat with cocaine in its system rescued from owner in Ohio

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Volunteer travels 100 km a day to rescue animals in earthquake-hit northwest Syria

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Man who had XL bulldog’s ears cropped is banned from keeping animals for two years

Vet spotted dog’s ears were sore and red and contacted RSPCA immediately Lucy Skoulding Thursday 10 November 2022 15:52
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Carnivores’ attacks on humans are becoming more common, and climate change isn’t helping

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.
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Puerto Rico's only zoo is closing after years of suspected negligence, lack of resources

Dozens of animals reportedly needed vaccines or physical tests, some didn't have shelter
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Haunting 'mermaid' mummy discovered in Japan is even weirder than scientists expected

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.
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4.5 Tonnes of Cocaine found on a ship carrying 1,750 cows

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The future of farming: what our food and farming systems should look like by 2050 for the wellbeing of animals, people and the planet

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.
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Fox farming in Europe: Investigation on Polish fur farm reveals dark reality for foxes

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.
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EU’s “unlikely” role in global tiger trade revealed in new WWF, TRAFFIC report

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.
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Which animals are most likely to survive climate change? 2023/02/11

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.
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Threatened shark meat is being served as fish and chips in Australia

By Jennifer Nalewicki published 14 days ago Fish and chip shops across Australia are using threatened shark meat in their food.
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Europe’s largest hunting fair opens, despite dangers faced by wildlife worldwide

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
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10 Worst ZOOs in USA for Elephants

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Jane Goodall calls on Belgium to free dolphins from captivity

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.
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Report on European Farm Animals and Food Security

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.
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Lambs transported from Eastern Europe to Italy face gruelling journeys this winter

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.
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From Mink to Drink: The Danish farmers who are moving into brewing

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.
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President Biden Signs The Shark Fin Sales Elimination Act

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.
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Victory! President Biden Signs the Big Cat Public Safety Act Into Law

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.
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Three chimps shot dead and four remain on the loose after mysterious zoo escape

The zoo is now being investigated for a breach of animal rights protections.
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73 Endangered Southern Resident Orcas Remain In The Wild; New Regulations Proposed To Save Them From Extinction

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.
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Poachers target hippos for giant teeth in place of ivory

By Navin Singh Khadka Environment correspondent, BBC World Service
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New York bans pet stores from selling cats, dogs and rabbits

Bans sales of baby animals
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Table of State Animal Sexual Assault Laws

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
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International authorities take 'historic' step to curb shark fin trafficking

Delegates at a global summit on trade in endangered species have taken a "historic" step to extend protection to 54 species of shark.
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Avian flu outbreak wipes out record 50.54 million U.S. birds

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.
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Hog Hotels: Vertical Pig Farming in China May Not be as Environmentally Friendly as It Sounds, Study Shows

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.
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Rodents to the rescue: Trained rats with hi-tech backpacks could save your life in a disaster

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.
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How the extraction of horse blood is sparking controversy in Iceland

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.
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Australians clueless about their country’s most endangered species

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.
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Cows fed hemp act stoned and produce milk containing THC

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.
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Salmon Farmers’ Antibiotic Contamination Chilling

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.
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Hong Kong Customs detects largest sea smuggling case this year with market value reaching $300 million

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Being Around Birds Boosts Our Mental Well-Being Even 8 Hours After Hearing Them By Andy Corbley -Oct 28, 2022

Being around birds make people feel ‘chirpy’ boosting mental well-being, according to a new study.
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Mythbusted: Goldfish Have Great Memories and Are Even Used as a Model Species of Fish Cognition By Andy Corbley -Oct 25, 2022

Quick, what animal has a terrible memory? Goldfish of course, everybody knows that.
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Farmed fish feel pain, stress and anxiety and must be killed humanely, global regulator accepts

Aquaculture Stewardship Council’s new standards put pressure on the UK to extend its animal welfare laws to fisheries
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Breaking! The European Parliament Votes To Increase Protection Of Endangered Species; Calls For Ending The Illegal Wildlife Trade By 2025

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Secret filming shows rooms stacked full of caged chinchillas in Romania’s filthy fur factory farms, sparking calls for a ban

Campaigners urge Romania to become 20th country in Europe to ban cruel fur farming Humane Society International / Europe
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RSPCA reports 25% increase in pets being abandoned

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.
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Wax worm saliva shown to degrade plastic bags in just hours

Scientists have pinpointed enzymes in wax worm saliva that can degrade plastic bags in hoursCésar Hernández/Biological Research Centre in Madrid
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Quarter of the way to Fur Free Europe

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.
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Mass fish die-off sparks political row between Poland and Germany's leaders

The death of thousands of fish in a river bordering Germany and Poland has sparked a political row between the two countries.
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Scientists find that wolves can show attachment toward humans

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.
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How to keep your pets happy and healthy in a heatwave

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Pakistan to develop animal welfare course for children

By The Animal Reader -September 19, 2022
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New Report exposes concerning climate impacts of cruel, factory-farmed meat

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Lawsuit Aims to Protect Grizzlies from Expanded Grazing in Montana’s Paradise Valley

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.
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Study first to link weed killer Roundup to convulsions in animals

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.
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THE SUFFERING 2009

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.
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Heatwave: Public urged to leave water out for hedgehogs and other wild animals

The British Hedgehog Preservation Society shared this video on social media and asked the public to leave water out for thirsty wildlife.
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Langya: New virus infects 35 people in eastern China

Scientists are tracking a new, animal-derived virus in eastern China that has infected at least several dozen people.
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New Undercover Investigation By Animal Recovery Mission Exposes Extreme Animal Cruelty At Three USDA-Certified Slaughterhouses In Orlando, Florida

August 18, 2022 By Karen Lapizco
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Last Chance for Animals' History and Accomplishments

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.
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Breaking! Video Exposé; Horses Doped With Meth And Cocaine, Electroshocked At Unsanctioned Horse Races

August 9, 2022 By Karen Lapizco
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Sweet dreams, spidey: Arachnids experience REM sleep, and may even dream

By Jennifer Nalewicki published 9 days ago In a new study, jumping spiders seem to exhibit similar sleep patterns to humans.
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Animals must be better protected during transport

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
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Roadside checks document transport of live animals in temperatures over 36°C without water

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.
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Pet trafficking: measures against the illegal puppy business

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Thousands of jellyfish swarm near Israel, mesmerizing images reveal

By Jamie Carter published 7 days ago Nomad jellyfish recently swarmed by the thousands.
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Tiny turtles bought from the internet are behind salmonella outbreak in the US

Salmonella!!
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USA Animal KILL Clock

Every animal in USA slaughtered for food is counted each minute of the deay
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The Dog Lawyer Doesn’t Care That You Hate Him

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Heat wave kills ‘thousands’ of cows in Kansas

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
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Jacob Rees-Mogg refuses to debate why he ‘blocked’ bill that would have spared elephants from torture

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
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Like bees of the sea, crustaceans ‘pollinate’ seaweed

Animal-driven fertilization may have emerged in the ocean long before it did on land
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Dogs used by Carmarthenshire school to help pupils

Long-known as man's best friend, one school in west Wales has made a group of dogs their pupils' pals.
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Over 200 Neglected Lions, Tigers & Other Species Rescued After Black Jaguar-White Tiger Sanctuary Was Raided In Mexico

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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Nine Sharks Were Slaughtered & Over 100 Others Caught During Horrific Shark Killing “Contest” In Jupiter, Florida

July 12, 2022 By Lauren Lewis
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Malaysian Customs Seize Massive Shipment Of Illegal Elephant Ivory, Rhino Horns, Pangolin Scales & Tiger Fangs

July 22, 2022 By Lauren Lewis
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Outrage in Qatar over shooting of 29 dogs as it prepares for World Cup

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Ukranian homeless dogs and cats across the country

FOUR PAWS delivers help in full capacity again for homeless dogs and cats across the country 3.6.2022
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These covid-fighting crustaceans have outlived dinosaurs. Now they are at risk of extinction

By Euronews • Updated: 01/07/2022
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This New 3D Bioprinting Method Could Help Save The 100 Million Animals Tested On In The US Each Year July 4, 2022

The project is focusing on fabricating human skin using a novel bioprinting technology based on patterned laser light sheets.
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Tanzania Bans the Slaughter of Donkeys for their Skins THINK Jul 1, 2022

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
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These Robo-Fish Could Help Save The Oceans From Microplastics June 28, 2022

Scientists have created tiny robots that can ‘swim’ around oceans and seas while absorbing microplastics.
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Trained dogs sniff out COVID-19 as well as lab tests do

And the canines are even better than PCR tests at identifying infected people with no symptoms
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Plans to raise maximum jail sentence for animal cruelty to five years

Most serious offences currently punishable by maximum of six months behind bars Flora Thompson Tuesday 10 May 2022 00:33
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New Investigation: Fish Farming in Indonesia

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.
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Mexican judge suspends bullfights in world's largest ring

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.
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Animals suffering during the war in Ukraine - Statement

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.
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New report reveals licensed dog breeders still in business despite filthy conditions, dying dogs and cruel practices

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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Avian flu isn’t just for birds; it reveals agriculture’s ills by Green Hearts May 18, 2022 in Agriculture

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Iceland urged to ban ‘blood farms’ that extract hormone from pregnant horses

EU concern over ‘cruel’ practice of taking blood from mares to create hormone products that increase reproduction in farmed animals
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Petition Update: Serious Environmental and Health Risks of Octopus Factory Farm Raised by Coalition

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
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Mushroom-Grown Meat Could Be The Key To Halving Deforestation Rates

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
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Hundreds Of Dolphins Are Being Held Captive In ‘One Of The Largest Collections In The World’, Investigation Reveals

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
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5.3 Million Birds Roasted Alive On U.S. Farm As Part Of Avian Flu Cull

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
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How do mosquitoes sniff out humans to bite?

By Nicoletta Lanese published 5 days ago Turns out mosquitoes adore a certain orangey odor.
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Dog breeds have little to do with behavior, study shows

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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Fish on drugs: cocktail of medications is ‘contaminating ocean food chain’

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MSPs urged to call for ban on greyhound racing amid doping concerns

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Trophy hunters kill two of Africa’s biggest elephants in Botswana

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.
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Why Is The U.S. Slaughtering Wolves?

Wolves are facing grave threats from new laws that allow hunters to viciously trap and kill an unlimited number of these caring, intelligent animals.
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Monkeys routinely consume fruit containing alcohol, shedding light on our own taste for booze

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8,000 Spanish bulls and sheep stranded at sea for days

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EP Plenary: disappointing vote on live animal transport

live animal transport. Cruelty continues
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Glitzy new vessel leads new Chinese foray into Antarctic krill fishery

Antartica. China Krill
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Lethal bird flu hits Delaware poultry farm with 1.2 mln birds -state

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Environmentalists and hunters slam government over proposals for the trophy hunting of elephants, leopards and rhinos

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Pet dogs really do grieve the deaths of other dogs they live with

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"Ethically and environmentally" disastrous plans to farm octopus in Spain advance

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
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Bird Flu Outbreak

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Stray animals find solace at Iraq animal shelter

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.
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Enquête au port de Carthagène sur l’exportation d’animaux hors de l’UE

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.
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La France interdit le broyage et le gazage des poussins

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.
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The Humane Society of the United States sues world's largest pork producer for misleading consumers

Lawsuit alleges Smithfield Foods is misleading customers about animal abuse
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Polar bear parts are being smuggled around the world

Bear parts are seized in Australia and New Zealand.
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Cause of mysterious brain-invading-fungus outbreak finally discovered

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Stray Dogs Have Right To Food, But Feed With Caution: Delhi High Court

Stray dogs India
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Europe's dark penchant for trophy hunting: EU found to be world's second biggest importer

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More than 5,000 pets found dead in cardboard boxes at Chinese depot after being stranded for a week

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Norway’s Slaughtered Whales Are Being Fed To Dogs

Norway Whale Slaughter
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Cat bacteria treats mouse skin infection, scientists find

ANI 21st October 2021, 20:18 GMT+11
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World Kangaroo Day 2021

How you can hop into action for our national icon
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‘The new drugs’: Northern Ireland gateway for £150m illegal puppy trade

Animal charity says gangs shipping diseased dogs to UK mainland
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Leprosy identified in wild chimpanzees for the first time

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Scientists officially list 23 species as extinct, including the largest woodpecker in the US

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Helping the Environment by Going Fur-Free

This Earth Month, consider ditching the fur and going for more sustainable alternatives—these luxury labels have. 04.12.2021 by Mina Dragani
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Several Native American tribes sue Wisconsin over "unlawful" wolf hunting

BY TORI B. POWELL SEPTEMBER 21, 2021 / 6:41 PM / CBS NEWS
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US Trophy Hunter Exposed After He Paid $30,000 To Kill Lion

Lion suffered for 24 hours
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Dog deaths and illnesses may be linked to Midwestern Pet Foods, FDA warns

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How Large Herbivores Can Help Reduce Fire Risks Amidst Worsening Climate Crisis

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