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Zoos Neither Educate Nor Empower Children
Despite zoos’ claims that they exist for educational value, a study found that most children who visited a zoo didn’t learn or feel empowered to help with conservation.
Ag-gag Laws Silence the Truth About Animal Agriculture
Using ag-gag laws, farmers and legislators seek to silence whistleblowers and undercover investigative reporters who try to expose the truth to the public about animal agriculture.
Greek Activists Speak Up About Fur
Greece’s Minister of Development and Industry recently made alarming statements endorsing fur production and incorrectly characterizing fur as more environmentally friendly than alternatives. Greek activists are speaking out in response.
Is Sea Shepherd Its Own Worst Enemy?
In an interview with Sea Shepherd’s longest-serving crew member, Peter Brown, we discuss his misgivings about the organization’s post-Whale Wars trajectory, and the value of passion as a guiding principle.
California Governor Signs Raft of Animal Protection Laws
California Governor Gavin Newsom has made it illegal to sell or produce fur, hunt bobcats, use wild animals in circuses, sell the skins of exotic animals, and strengthened protections for California’s horses facing slaughter!
Donkeys Used as Taxis for Tourists in the Greek Islands
Despite the cruelty involved, riding overworked donkeys up steep hills is a popular activity for tourists in the Greek islands. Please travel responsibly and don’t be part of this abuse.
Michigan Bill to Stop Painful Dog Experiments at Public Institutions
The bill would end taxpayer-funded cruel experiments on dogs, including those at Wayne State University. A link included here helps Michigan residents contact their representatives.
Trophy Hunting is Not Sustainable
A recent letter published in the journal Science argues that banning trophy hunting imperils biodiversity, which simply doesn’t stack up.
The Terrible Truth About Down
Duck and goose down may seem like a relatively innocuous product to some, but the truth is the industry is extremely brutal to the birds and deceptive to consumers.
The California Migratory Bird Protection Act Will Save Hundreds of Species from Big Oil
Last week Governor Newsom signed into law the bill, which authorizes California to protect migratory birds, including their nests and eggs.
Legal Battle Against Live Export Death Ship
Sorrow and anguish filled a South African harbor as inspectors were unable to put a stop to the loading and departure of a horribly inhumane live export ship full of sheep.
New Rule Allowing Cruel High-Speed Pig Slaughter Violates Federal Law
the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service has issued a rule allowing pig slaughterhouses nationwide to police themselves and kill pigs at very high line speeds.
Reforestation is a Solution to Climate Change, But Not Without Veganism
There is no way to avoid the conclusion that dealing with climate change requires massive reforestation, and therefore considerable restrictions on — if not the elimination of — livestock agriculture.
Romania to Allow Unrestricted Killing of Brown Bears
In Romania, increased human-bear conflict due to habitat loss has inspired a new bill, declaring unrestricted open season on killing bears.
If You Really Love Dogs, Adopt
In an interview with author and undercover animal investigator Pete Paxton, we explore why it’s so important for all dogs that people “Adopt, Don’t Shop.”
Global Warming Doesn’t Exist in Isolation and Fighting It Requires All Life on Earth
What humans do need to do is to grasp the concept that life on Earth is interconnected, and that to mess with one part of it is to mess with it all.
Ban the Whip in UK Horse Racing
Race horses are the only animals in the UK who can be legally beaten in public in the course of a “sporting” event.
Is the Dairy Industry Bribing Health Organizations to Recommend Milk for Children?
Recent guidelines backed by the American Heart Association, who receive financial support from the dairy industry, recommend cow’s milk over plant milks for children, despite no demonstrated health benefits from dairy consumption.
Cruel Treatment of Sled Dogs in Chilean Mountains
An investigation has uncovered cruelty towards dogs used for sledding activities at a hotel in the Chilean Andes. A breed inappropriate for the climate is being used, and the dogs are left chained up out in the cold in poor health.
Keep Your Fashion Cruelty-Free
Many materials used in clothing and accessories mean cruelty, suffering, and death for animals. With these pointers, you can dress fabulously and not hurt animals.