In recent years, major news outlets have started taking note of the animal movement, and including coverage of animal rights, welfare, and conservation issues on a daily basis. Check out our curated selection of top stories from around the world, updated every day.
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Anita Mayangpuspa posted an update 8 years, 8 months ago
World of Vegan | Sadly, Pig Beach Isn’t Paradise for the Swimming PigsAn uninhabited Caribbean island, crystal clear waters with tropical fish swimming by, and an endless supply of treats from locals and visitors. Sounds like any pig’s dreamland, right? That’s what I thought when I stumbled upon photos of the swimming pigs on “Pig Island” and booked my honeymoon trip to the Bahamas. As a long-time…
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Anita Mayangpuspa posted an update 8 years, 8 months ago
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Anita Mayangpuspa posted an update 8 years, 8 months ago
http://www.mnn.com/earth-matters/wilderness-resources/blogs/how-share-earth-other-animals
How to share Earth with other animalsA renowned biologist wants us to set aside half the planet for wildlife, part of a growing effort to avert the first man-made mass extinction.
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Anita Mayangpuspa posted an update 8 years, 8 months ago
http://www.popsci.com/article/science/sorry-cat-haters-science-isnt-your-side
Sorry, Cat Haters, Science Isn't On Your SideWhat research actually says about felines
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Anita Mayangpuspa posted an update 8 years, 8 months ago
http://www.mnn.com/earth-matters/animals/stories/manta-rays-show-signs-self-awareness
Manta rays show signs of self-awarenessManta rays are the first fish shown to pass the 'mirror test,' an experiment that purportedly proves self-awareness.
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Anita Mayangpuspa posted an update 8 years, 8 months ago
South Korea's longest running dog meat restaurant closesDaegyo, which serves boshintang or dog stew, used to sell as many as 700 bowls a day. But animal rights activists have been urging diners not to eat man's best friend.
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Anita Mayangpuspa posted an update 8 years, 8 months ago
Success! Over 100 travel companies worldwide commit to stop elephant rides and showsIn order to end the cruel abuse of elephants in the tourist entertainment industry we have secured the help of major tour operators.
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Anita Mayangpuspa posted an update 8 years, 8 months ago
http://www.onegreenplanet.org/animalsandnature/true-cost-of-your-designer-handbag/
Is this Worth it for a Handbag? The True Cost of Your Designer HandbagInvestigation exposes exactly what goes on behind the glossy facade of designer handbags, including top runway brands such as Hermès, Prada, Louis Vuitton.
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Anita Mayangpuspa posted an update 8 years, 8 months ago
Parrots Are a Lot More Than ‘Pretty Bird’Out of the cage, they speak their own language, make tools, and wreak havoc on plants and researchers’ efforts alike.
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Anita Mayangpuspa posted an update 8 years, 8 months ago
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Anita Mayangpuspa posted an update 8 years, 8 months ago
Why Justice for Animals Is the Social Movement of Our TimeReflections from a human rights doctor (guest essay by Dr. Hope Ferdowsian)
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Anita Mayangpuspa posted an update 8 years, 8 months agoAfter SeaWorld, here are six animal scandals we need to fix | Wayne PacelleThe SeaWorld whale breeding victory shows that pressure works. Now it’s time to end animal testing, fighting, smuggling and more
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Anita Mayangpuspa posted an update 8 years, 8 months ago
Indonesia's Illegal Bird Trade Is Hurting Wild Pittas, New Study Says | Care2 CausesNew research from TRAFFIC and Birdtour Asia shows that pittas are the latest victims of Indonesia's illegal trade, even though the birds are legally protected.
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Anita Mayangpuspa posted an update 8 years, 8 months ago
How Hunting Still Rules Our Wildlife AgenciesState fish and game departments need to change their hook-and-bullet mentality.
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Anita Mayangpuspa posted an update 8 years, 8 months ago
https://www.thedodo.com/seaworld-lying-tilikum-teeth-1671598164.html
Ex Trainers Say SeaWorld's Lying About Tilikum's HealthFor the love of animals. Pass it on.
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Anita Mayangpuspa posted an update 8 years, 8 months ago
https://www.thedodo.com/rescue-cats-farms-1671053077.html
Shelters Keep Homeless Cats Alive By Giving Them JobsFor the love of animals. Pass it on.
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Anita Mayangpuspa posted an update 8 years, 8 months ago
How to Help Chained DogsIf you encounter chained dogs, here are five steps that can improve their lives and, if it's winter, even save their lives.
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Anita Mayangpuspa posted an update 8 years, 8 months ago
http://blog.foodnetwork.com/healthyeats/2016/03/02/fake-meat-gets-real/
Fake Meat Gets Real : Food Network | Healthy Eats – Food Network Healthy Living BlogEnter a new breed of “meat” that’s carefully crafted to replicate the tastes, smells and textures of the real thing — no animals required.
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Animal People, Inc. posted an update 8 years, 8 months agohttp://www.hollywoodreporter.com/feature/
Animals Were Harmed: Hollywood's Nightmare of Death, Injury, and Secrecy Exposed | Hollywood Reporter ExclusiveA THR investigation reveals accounts of animal injury, death, and complicity on huge Hollywood productions from "Life of Pi" to "The Hobbit" as the American Humane Association turns a blind eye.
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Wolf Gordon Clifton posted an update 8 years, 8 months ago
Lakewood officials decide Scrappy the dog can remain in home with ill childScrappy the dog can remain in a Lakewood home to provide comfort to a child with cystic fibrosis. The city dog warden had indicated Scrappy looked like a pit bull, a breed banned in the city.
How disappointing. 🙁