[ad_1] Australia hosts a dizzying array of venomous creatures — including spiders, snakes, jellyfish, octopuses, ants, bees and even platypuses. But why do so many Australian animals wield this bioweapon? Many of these beasties predate Australia as a continent. But it’s another story with venomous snakes, which arrived after the continent arose. Australia became a […]
Affordable housing where animals are allowed is challenging for pet owners – Daily News
[ad_1] “Seventy-three percent of dog owners agree that their pet brings them closer to their neighbors and 49 percent of cat owners said the same.” (Photo courtesy of petsandpeoplephotos.org) I try to practice moments of gratitude every day of the year. But around the Thanksgiving holiday, I tend to spend a bit more time […]
Should all animals be treated equally in research?
[ad_1] The rights of a cephalopod A new protocol is set to be introduced in the US providing cephalopods (think tentacled sea creatures like octopuses or squid) with rights to protect them from use in research without sufficient authorisation. As it currently stands, there are no ethical guidelines or barriers around the use of invertebrates […]
Have your federal legislators come through for animals this year? Check the Humane Scorecard preview!
[ad_1] Each year, we use the Humane Scorecard to provide a snapshot of some key animal protection issues and this year is no different. There are many new members of the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate in the 118th Congress who need to see the importance of animals in our communities—and there’s still time. […]
30 Smartest Animals in the World
[ad_1] In this article, we shall discuss the 30 smartest animals in the world. To skip our detailed analysis of the global pet industry and developments in animal care in 2023, go directly and see 10 Smartest Animals in the World. Pet Industry: An Analysis According to a report by Morgan Stanley, despite the fact […]
Protecting Animals from Cruelty: My Journey as an Activist in Spain
[ad_1] Join Jose Valle, co-founder of Animal Equality, on his journey to becoming an investigator. Discover the pivotal childhood experience that sparked his passion for animals, and find out how you can help investigators like him expose and end animal cruelty. When I was a child, I saw my neighbors kill a pig in front […]
Animal Rights Defender Wayne Hsiung Convicted of Felony for Rescuing Factory Farm Animals
[ad_1] In California, a jury has found the animal rights activist and attorney Wayne Hsiung guilty of three charges, including felony conspiracy to trespass, after he led direct action protests in 2018 and 2019 that rescued ducks and chickens from factory farms in Sonoma County. Hsiung faces up to three-and-a-half years at a sentencing hearing […]
New Texas law cracks down on fake service animals
[ad_1] New law cracks down on fake service dogs AUSTIN (KXAN) — While Austin is a dog friendly city, man’s best friend isn’t allowed everywhere. But some people are taking advantage of the system and claiming pets as service dogs. Now, a new law aims to crackdown on false representation of these service animals. House […]
Petition: Help Make Sure This Animal-Abusing Couple is Never Allowed to Have Animals Again
[ad_1] Help keep One Green Planet free and independent! Together we can ensure our platform remains a hub for empowering ideas committed to fighting for a sustainable, healthy, and compassionate world. Please support us in keeping our mission strong. A couple in Evesham, New Jersey has been charged with animal cruelty in a truly horrific […]
Add more love in your life with Adopt a Shelter Dog Month – NBC Los Angeles
[ad_1] A dog who was found tied to a gate outside a Baldwin Park animal shelter has had her fairy ”tail” dream come true after she was adopted recently. Lucy, a pooch who was awaiting adoption at the Baldwin Park Animal Shelter, is now with her fur-ever family after she was found by staff abandoned […]