[ad_1] The number of rescue dogs in need of forever homes is climbing in Miami-Dade County. And as the extreme heat kicks in, shelters are offering incentives for potential owners to adopt to make sure the pet is in a comfortable environment. For the 5th Saturday this year, the Medley Animal Shelter hosted a massive […]
Animal advocate emphasizes need for community to speak up after cockfighting raid in south Bexar County
[ad_1] BEXAR COUNTY, Texas – It’s a bloody and illegal sport that often goes under the radar. Since 2014, Deputy Chief Nancy Sandford said the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office has only investigated a handful of cockfights. “I believe it’s going on, and, we would like to find more of them,” said Sandford. On Saturday, BCSO […]
South Africa’s Kruger park reports increase in animal poisoning-Xinhua
[ad_1] The file photo shows a giraffe walking at the Kruger National Park, Mpumalanga, South Africa, Sept. 17, 2022. (Xinhua/Zhang Yudong) South Africa’s Kruger National Park, a well-known African safari destination, has said there are increasing animals in the park poisoned by suspected poachers. JOHANNESBURG, March 23 (Xinhua) — South Africa’s Kruger National Park (KNP), […]
News Flash • Animal Ambassadors Headed to South Branch
[ad_1] February is National Library Lovers Month and your library is partnering with the Abilene Zoo to offer a great family event to show the community why you should love libraries too. Join us on Wednesday, February 14 at 11:00AM for a special storytime event where our friends from the zoo will bring in some […]
South Dakota House passes bill that would make the animal sedative xylazine a controlled substance
[ad_1] The South Dakota House has passed a bill that would make xylazine a controlled substance January 17, 2024, 6:31 PM ET • 2 min read PIERRE, S.D. — The South Dakota House passed a bill Wednesday that would make xylazine, an animal sedative that is being mixed with fentanyl and then used by some […]
Recognising the Six Vulture Species of South Africa
[ad_1] Vultures play a critical role in maintaining the balance of our environment. They are nature’s cleanup crew, scavenging and disposing of animal remains that could otherwise become breeding grounds for disease. By swiftly recycling organic matter, Vultures help prevent the spread of illnesses that could affect both humans and animals. Sadly, the Vulture species […]
’Freya,’ ‘Alligator,’ ‘In the Heart of the South,’ – Variety
[ad_1] Courtesy of Frontières Montreal’s Frontières, the industry arm of Canada’s Fantasia Film Festival, has announced its winners. In the official selection, “Freya” proved unbeatable, taking home the Post-Production Award by PurpleDOG Post worth CAD$10,000 ($7,576). The same award – and CAD$5,000 ($3,788) – was also given to Forum’s “In the Heart of the South” […]
South Korean dog rescued by local animal shelter
[ad_1] CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Chattanooga Humane Educational Society rescues many animals throughout the year. A recent rescue from South Korea has greatly impacted the shelter. “I don’t think many people realize what these animals have been through,” HES volunteer and foster parent Christopher Highwood said. Chickadee came from a dog meat farm where […]
Man arrested for illegal dumping and animal cruelty after 30 dogs found in cages in Miramar – NBC 6 South Florida
[ad_1] Investigators with the Miami-Dade Police Department announced the arrest of Harry Nelson, 65, for illegal dumping and animal cruelty after 30 dogs were found held in unsanitary living conditions at 15600 SW 172 Avenue in Miami. According to the detectives, they received information about a property zoned for agricultural purposes being used as an […]
South London farm needs £25k to replace life-saving animal ambulance that’s not ULEZ compliant
[ad_1] An animal rescue centre in South London is trying to raise £25,000 for a new animal ambulance, as their current van will see them being charged £12.50 a day to use under Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) regulations. Foal Farm, which stands for Friends of Animal League, has started a campaign to raise funds […]