[ad_1] By Sara Amundson and Kitty Block In a major advance in our long fight against the abuse of captive big cats, the U.S. Senate just passed the Big Cat Public Safety Act (H.R. 263/ S. 1210), a bill we have championed for years because it prohibits keeping big cats as pets and also bans […]
Federal Complaint Challenges SeaQuest Fort Worth’s Animal Encounters Over Danger to the Public
[ad_1] PETA Asks FTC to Investigate Aquarium for Unfair Trade Practices For Immediate Release:December 5, 2022 Contact:David Perle 202-483-7382 Fort Worth, Texas – This morning, PETA submitted a complaint to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) requesting that the agency investigate SeaQuest for unfair business practices, noting that members of the public, including children, have been […]
Pressure builds to fully reopen OC Animal Care to the public
[ad_1] TUSTIN, Calif. (KABC) — Calls to fully reopen OC Animal Care to the public are getting louder. The shelter has been operating under an appointment-only system since the start of the pandemic. County residents and volunteers believe that’s leading to less adoptions and more animals being euthanized. “Right now, the appointment system is very […]
Sri Lankan animal experts warn public against giving stray dogs anti-parasite drug for rashes
[ad_1] Sri Lankan animal experts have warned against giving stray dogs a type of anti-parasite medication for skin rashes, after social media users shared posts on Facebook that recommended the treatment. Improper use of the drug can lead to poor kidney function in dogs, which can be lethal, the experts said. The claim that the […]
Commuters Surprised To Find Lost Little Animal Wandering Around Train Station
[ad_1] When lost in a busy railway station, it’s best to consult a map or ask for directions. But when you’re a small wild animal, finding your way home isn’t that simple. Recently, commuters in Adelaide, Australia, were perplexed when they spotted an echidna bumbling along the platform as if going about her evening commute. […]
Changes to Iredell County Animal Services ordinance raise questions
[ad_1] As the Iredell County Board of Commissioners is set to vote on proposed changes to the animal control ordinance, there is support for the updates to the rules but also questions from some people if more should be done. Kristian Hernandez of Iredell County Animal Services said the goal is to strike a balance […]
Michigan City Animal Control reminding public it does not handle wildlife
[ad_1] The Michigan City Police Department shared on its Facebook page a reminder about animal trapping from Michigan City Animal Control Director, Jacqueline Euler. The Michigan City Animal Control division says it is currently not licensed to handle wildlife. Euler says that recently, they’ve been receiving opossum, raccoon, bat and coyote calls. Additionally Euler says […]
Public meeting held to discuss future of animal shelter in Hardin County
[ad_1] SAVANNAH, Tenn.– A public meeting was held at the Hardin County courthouse to discuss the recent conditions and status of the Hardin County Animal Services Center. Chris Sikes, director of the shelter, gave a brief overview of the status of the shelter. In the past year, hundreds of strays were brought into the shelter, […]
Parvovirus closes animal shelter to public temporarily
[ad_1] The City of Crestview announced the Crestview Animal Services facility at 715 N. Ferdon Blvd. will be closed to the public as of Friday through Oct. 21 due to a potential outbreak of Feline Parvovirus (FPV). “We take the health of the animals we care for very seriously, and we are taking all the […]
Monkeypox – Another Example of Animal Exploitation’s Devastating Impact on Public Health – Hope Wetherall, Campaigner
[ad_1] Over recent months, you’ve probably read dozens of headlines warning about the spread of Monkeypox. A contagious viral infection characterised by rashes, fevers, muscle aches, headaches and exhaustion… it’s not particularly pleasant to think about. Before recently, you might have heard of the disease, but not really been concerned. Originating in West and Central […]