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International Gibbon Day: smaller apes are ‘endangered, yet overlooked’
Events are being organised around the world for International Gibbon Day. Gibbons, who are also referred to as “smaller apes”, are not only losing their habitat because of deforestation; they are also being trafficked as pets.
Roads Shouldn’t Be Graveyards for Wild Animals
Humans incessantly demand new roads for connectivity, forcing wild animals closer to roads and human settlements, so that even new wildlife crossings can do little to save animal lives.
POETRY: Change
It’s October
In Canada
And I’m still sitting outside
On my deck.
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ASPCA announces recipients of the 2017 Humane Awards
The 2017 Humane Awards honor inspirational animals and people who are doing exceptional work in supporting the ASPCA’s mission of providing effective means for the prevention of cruelty to animals throughout the United States.
Trend for extreme breeding is now affecting horses
El Rey Magnum’s breeder called the colt “a stepping stone to getting close to perfection,” but UK veterinarians warn of severe health risks from such extreme breeding.
Four Vital Ways to Save Orcas and Their Ocean Homes!
It is well known that the three main threats to orcas are lack of food, pollution, and boat traffic. In addition, aquarium captures performed in the 1960s and 70s wiped out a generation of young females and males, a loss to the species that has taken decades to recover from.
The Hidden Suffering of Chickens in Malaysia
People concerned about animal welfare would not accept the way chickens are treated if they knew the reality. It is about time Malaysia’s Ministry of Agriculture looked into a Farm Animal Act prohibiting the rearing of birds in cages, crates or other forms of intensive confinement.
Shelters in Shackles: Time to implement sustainable models to care for street animals
If we are serious about providing care at any significant scale, clearly the sheltering model isn’t going to work. We need a radical shift in how we respond, toward a more sustainable method of caring for street animals.
A Contract with Sadness: The depth of the grief that accompanies the loss of a dog
I didn’t quite understand the depth of the grief that so often accompanies the loss of a dog. It could hardly compare, so I thought, to the grief that accompanies the loss of a parent, a loved one or a human friend. Yet I eventually came to realize that this isn’t necessarily true.
Borneo foundation to create a forest island for albino orangutan
Alba is believed to be the only albino orangutan alive in the world. To ensure she can live a free and fulfilling life, Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation is making her a forest island home.
Help bring cat killer to justice – call on Japan to strengthen anti-cruelty laws!
The current law of Japan sets very low punishments for violations of its animal welfare act. In most cases, criminals like cat murderer Makoto Oya are released from prison with only a financial penalty.
The TNVR Song, a lighter side to spay/neuter!
Sing along with Save Our Strays Penang to “TNVR,” a song parody of “YMCA” produced by dedicated volunteers!
Lions and Treaties: Why we need a bold new conservation paradigm if lions are to avoid extinction
It is tragic that intelligent and well-meaning academics and lawyers can miss the point so badly. The point is that there are very good reasons why existing conservation rules are not being implemented in Africa.
Fashion Giants Agree That the Future of Fashion is Fur Free
The Fur Free Retailer program welcomes YOOX NET-A-PORTER as the 750th apparel company to join the program since its formation in 2002.
Ask the Catholic Church to condemn the bullfight!
Contact the Apostolic Nuncio in your country, and ask Pope Francis to show his concern for creation by condemning the bullfight and directing that his Bishops officially proclaim his condemnation.
New Report on Cat and Dog Fur in China
Gain insight into China’s dog and cat fur industry by reading our new report and leaflet, which advise consumers how they can help to take fur off the market.
The Powerful Mechanics of Undercover Investigations in Building Up a Movement
Time and again, animal rights campaigns have achieved victory by sprouting change in public opinion and policies, thanks to revelations from undercover investigations.
RedRover Helps Animals in Need Displaced By Hurricane Irma
RedRover, a national nonprofit animal welfare organization, is on the ground in Naples, Florida, to help provide daily care and comfort for animals displaced by Hurricane Irma.
A Humane Future: Moral, judicial, and legislative approaches to a world of compassion for animals
Veteran animal rights and legal expert Larry Weiss discusses some of the most pressing issues in animal rights today, and outlines his vision for a humane tomorrow, at VegFest Colorado 2017.
Sea change in anti-whaling activism as Sea Shepherd withdraws from ‘whale wars’
Reactions to Sea Shepherd’s withdrawal from direct combat on the Southern Ocean have been mixed, with some whale protection advocates praising the group’s history of activism and others criticizing its methods as counterproductive.