[ad_1] The 2024 Virginia Humane Scorecard is now available online and clearly demonstrates that Virginia is for animal lovers. State lawmakers passed eight pieces of anti-cruelty legislation, all of which were signed into law by the Governor. Thanks to the actions of advocates and legislators, the use of bullhooks on elephants is prohibited, pet stores […]
Virginia studying transparency at animal testing facilities
[ad_1] A legislative task force has convened to study transparency deficiencies at publicly funded facilities that conduct animal experiments. “I felt like it started a conversation,” Sen. Jennifer Boysko, D-Fairfax, said Thursday. “Typically during the legislative session, everything is so compressed and quick. This actually brought the people who have a real stake in (this […]
How animals at the Virginia Zoo beat the heat
[ad_1] NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) – It’s not just us roasting in the sun this summer. Animals at the Virginia Zoo also feel the heat. Like us, many animals sweat and pant, but they also have things at the zoo to keep cool. “We’ve got a pool of water. These are our Malaysian Tiger. They will […]
By ‘helping’ wild animals, you could end their freedom or even their lives – here’s why you should keep your distance
[ad_1] For anyone who enjoys nature, summer is a fascinating time to be outside. Animals are on the move: Turtles are nesting, baby birds are testing their wings, snakes are foraging and young mammals are emerging. In central Pennsylvania, where I live, last year’s hatchling painted turtles have overwintered in their nests and emerged looking […]
Animal welfare advocates disappointed with ‘watered down’ testing transparency bill – The Virginian-Pilot
[ad_1] A bill intended to increase transparency at animal testing facilities is heading to the governor’s desk — but advocates say it’s been gutted almost past the point of recognition. “I am disappointed that it was so watered down,” said Sen. Jennifer Boysko, a Fairfax Democrat who introduced the measure. The legislation, co-sponsored by Franklin […]
Virginia family looking for dog at animal shelter got a surprise
[ad_1] The family realized the familiar-looking dog was, in fact, their lost pet. Their dog, solider, whose real name is Dante, went missing in another county. FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. — This tail had a happy ending, but sometimes it doesn’t always work out that way! A Virginia family looking to adopt a new dog was […]