In short: About 22,000 hectares of forest at Mount Cole and Mount Buangor burned in February during weeks-long bushfires. Six weeks later, wildlife carers and rescuers say they are beginning to see the impact of the bushfire on local wildlife. What’s next? An ecologists says introduced predators will have greater access to the area after the fire and are likely […]
Face Off: Should lab-grown meat replace traditional animal farming? – YP
If you are interested in joining future Face Off debates, fill out this form to submit your application. Angelina Au-Yeung. Photo: Handout When we think about replacing traditional livestock as a source of meat and protein, we can relate it to the old saying, “When one door closes, another one opens”. In this case, with […]
Body Size and Face Shape Predict the Lifespan of Dogs, Study Shows
The study of over 150 breeds and crossbreeds shows that size matters, as little dogs live longer—and so do those with a medium head shape rather than a flat face. The Lancashire Heeler is the longest-lived breed. Photo: hansbenn/Pixabay By Zazie Todd PhD We all wish our pet dogs would live longer. New research out […]
Spanish pig farm owners face criminal trial for animal cruelty
A nationwide scandal surrounding a pig farm in Spain will finally go before a jury on January 24, 2024. The Carrasco brothers–owners of the Hermanos Carrasco pig farm in the state of Murcia–will stand trial for 14 charges of animal abuse. The criminal trial follows a 2018 investigation by Animal Equality, along with journalist, producer, […]
53,000 Voices for Animals Face Hostility at Denny’s Headquarters
Today, December 11th, Animal Equality is in Spartanburg, South Carolina, to carry out actions against restaurant giant Denny’s. Representatives from the organization, including President Sharon Núñez, traveled from various parts of the country to stage a demonstration at the Denny’s headquarters in downtown Spartanburg. In front of members of the press, the advocates attempted to […]
Marion County Animal Shelter hopes to ‘empty the shelters’ with major adoption event
MARION COUNTY, S.C. (WMBF) – The Marion County Animal Shelter wants to give its animals the gift of a forever home this holiday season. The shelter is one of nearly 400 shelters taking part in the Bissell Pet Foundation’s “Empty the Shelters’ event. From Dec. 1 to Dec. 17, adoption fees will be sponsored through […]
Spell It: How to help children face their animal fears
If snakes or spiders send a chill down your spine, you can guess the impact they could have on little kids. Click start to play today’s Spell It, where we learn how to help kids ‘divest’ themselves from their fear of animals so that they can have more enriching experiences. We actually have little to […]
University Of Otago Initiations Face Severe Criticism For Animal Mistreatment: Commissioner For Animals Urgently Needed
Sunday, 8 October 2023, 7:01 pmPress Release: Animal Justice Party The Animal Justice Party Aotearoa NZ (AJP) is deeply saddened and disturbed by reports of incidents involving first-year University of Otago students during flat initiations. While the reports have not been authenticated, it is crucial to acknowledge that we live in a society where animal […]
Three men to face court over animal cruelty at Merimbula
Three men will appear at court in September charged with alleged animal cruelty offences, after a kangaroo was allegedly assaulted in the state’s south. About 9am on Saturday (22 July 2023), police will allege three men grabbed and repeatedly assaulted a kangaroo on Main Street, Merimbula. The kangaroo managed to flee the area. A short […]
Hairy as an animal: This actress shaves her face every other day
The stunning Eva Mendes surprised her fans when she revealed that she shaves her face to maintain flawless skin. However, Dr. Lehavit Ackerman explains why this practice is not recommended. In a recent Instagram post, the Cuban-American actress confessed that she has to shave her face “every other day” due to her excessive facial hair. […]