Long Beach’s Animal Shelter has been over capacity since February due to a sudden influx of dogs arriving and the shelter could possibly resort to euthanasia in order to reduce the overflow of their kennels. “There are no open kennels to take in more dogs. There are dogs in conference rooms, the lobby, and offices. […]
Wildlife trafficking and shark fin sales measures on the move as part of critical national defense package
Right on the heels of the Big Cat Public Safety Act’s resounding approval in the U.S. Congress, two additional animal protection measures are poised to pass as part of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which authorizes funding levels and determines authority for the Department of Defense’s most critical priorities. Both the END Wildlife Trafficking […]
Muncie Animal Care & Services pausing intakes, is “beyond critical capacity”
MUNCIE — Muncie Animal Care & Services (MACS) is pausing all dog and cat intakes because there is “absolutely zero space” at the shelter. MACS says there are currently over 125 dogs and 375 cats/kittens at the shelter. “Sadly, we have now reached a point where we are beyond critical capacity … we literally have […]
Stella McCartney Says Move Toward Animal-Free Fashion Is ‘Critical’
Stella McCartney has opened up about her decision to stop using silk in her collection, saying a move towards animal-free fashion is “critical.” The designer, who is well-known for using mostly plant-based materials, spoke to Plant Based News (PBN) co-founder Robbie Lockie about the importance of vegan fashion at her recent Paris Fashion Week show. […]