[ad_1] VIENNA TWP., Ohio (WKBN) — The Animal Welfare League in Trumbull County needs your help. Overnight, the humane society took to social media saying they’ve been extremely busy over the past two weeks. During that time, AWL humane officers have removed 35 cats, 7 dogs and a horse from horrific conditions. They say many […]
Help stop ‘fix’ in Farm Bill that would undercut strongest farm animal welfare law in U.S.
[ad_1] By Sara Amundson and Kitty Block We now know for certain that the Farm Bill to be considered by the U.S. House Agriculture Committee contains language that seeks to undo more than a dozen state laws on humane treatment of farm animals including California’s Proposition 12, widely considered the nation’s strongest law on farm […]
Spain abolishes national bullfighting award amid growing animal welfare concerns
[ad_1] In a cultural pivot reflecting shifting societal values, Spain on Friday, May 3, announced a landmark decision to abolish its annual national bullfighting award, igniting a fierce debate between traditionalists and advocates for animal welfare. The decision, announced by Spain’s Culture Ministry, comes amidst mounting concerns for animal welfare and a declining interest in […]
Italy bans puppy yoga over animal welfare concerns
[ad_1] The Italian Ministry of Health has banned puppy yoga classes, saying only adult dogs should take part, to protect the health of the animals as well as the safety of visitors, on Thursday, the 2nd of May, reports the British broadcaster BBC. Puppies in puppy yoga classes usually run freely around the yoga room […]
Celebrating Veterinarians as Guardians of Animal Welfare
[ad_1] World Veterinary Day is an annual celebration held to highlight the contributions of veterinarians to society. This day typically falls on the last Saturday of April each year. Veterinary professionals play a crucial role in safeguarding animal health, ensuring the welfare of animals, preventing the spread of zoonotic diseases, and promoting public health. Date: […]
Animal Welfare Committee: Formulate Animal Welfare Commitee In State: Awbi | Pune News
[ad_1] Pune: The Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI) has directed the Maharashtra Animal Welfare Board to immediately constitute an animal welfare committee.The order has come in response to a complaint of alleged cruelty inflicted on community dogs and harassment of a woman feeder, who is caring for the animals at the Border Roads Organization […]
Orca’s death in Europe’s biggest marine park raises questions over animal welfare
[ad_1] An orca during a show at Marineland marine zoo, Antibes (Alpes-Maritimes), March 17, 2016. VALÉRY HACHE / AFP Inouk, a 25-year-old orca, died where he was born: in a concrete tank. He was the second orca to die in less than six months in the tanks at Marineland, in Antibes, near Calais. The orca […]
Animal Welfare Groups Plan Protest Against Westside Bar’s Turtle Racing
[ad_1] Brennan’s Turtle Racing Began 49 Years Ago When Then-Owner Ab Lawrence Started the Tradition By Zach Armstrong Among its numerous entertainment events and games, bi-weekly turtle racing has been the specialty at Brennan’s Irish Pub since 1975. On Thursday, March 21, while patrons inside the old school Marina del Rey bar cheer for whichever […]
Four north Wexford students fundraise and advocate for animal welfare
[ad_1] Creagh College students presented a cheque for €300 to the North Wexford Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals proceeds from their recent bake sale in the school. Pictured at the handing over of funds on Friday were Patrick Finn, Daniel Clinch, Jeanette Carton (NWSPCA), Nicola Travers (Teacher) and Miguel Guedes.Pic: Jim Campbell […]
Campaign group praises easyJet holidays’ new animal welfare policy
[ad_1] EasyJet holidays has become the latest operator to commit to only offering experiences that don’t threaten the welfare or conservation of animals. The operator has incorporated ABTA’s animal welfare guidelines, into its own policy as well as consulted with animal rights organisations including World Animal Protection. EasyJet holidays says it will also work closely […]