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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.

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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.

July 12, 2022 By Lauren Lewis

July 22, 2022 By Lauren Lewis

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

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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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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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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.