China to End World’s Largest Ivory Market – Domestic Ivory Sales Banned by the End of 2017
The end of the world’s largest ivory market was announced by the Chinese government as it released a detailed timetable for ending its legal ivory trade.
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Insufficient evidence to support use of homeopathy in farm animals
There is insufficient evidence to support the use of homeopathy in farm animals as a way to prevent or treat infectious diseases, reveal findings from a comprehensive review published online in Veterinary Record.
China Bans Ivory From Elephants
China’s decision to ban ivory is a very encouraging one. However, if we want to create lasting change, then we need to tackle the social problems which are directly linked to this trade.
To Bee or Not To Be: Why Bees Could Soon Be No More
The latest news from scientists is that if we do not act immediately, all wild bees could be dead within the near future. If bees disappear, then 30% of human food sources will no longer be available either.
Help Animal People Fight for the Light in 2017!
We must actively fight for the light, putting forth the blood, sweat, and tears necessary to ensure that the vision of a compassionate future for all creatures is someday brought to fruition, and not swallowed up in the darkness of ignorance, apathy, greed, or sadism.
POETRY: The Great Symphony
Dawn breaks.
The chorus begins
The leaves rustle
The wind plays.
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Student Survey: Public perceptions of welfare standards for egg laying hens in UK
As part of a student survey for a final year research project at the Royal Veterinary College, London, I am interested in public perception of welfare standards for egg laying hens (layers) in the UK.
Tell Yemen Government to Let Go of Starving Zoo Animals
The 265 animals in Yemen’s Taiz Zoo, including rare leopards, haven’t been fed for days. The government is rejecting proposals to save them.
WORLD NEWS: Dog slaughter to end at Korea’s largest dog meat market (12/20/16)
In this episode, find out the latest victory against dog meat in South Korea, and why the battle is still far from over. Also discover how fur farming in Japan came to a permanent end, why wildlife rangers around the world are being murdered by poachers, and more!
The Nativity’s Hope for All Creatures
Christmas underscores the emotive power of the amazing animals with whom we share our world. The birth of Christ is a prime opportunity to remember that Christmas is not just about humanity. Rather, the arrival of the infant Christ promises cosmic, restorative consequences for the whole of creation.
WATCH: A Short Interview with Jane Goodall
While in Nepal, Animal People had the honor of meeting Doctor Jane Goodall, who kindly agreed to an interview on the significance of her work for humans’ relationship with other animals.
POETRY: The Return of the Light
A hush of fear,
Anticipation,
Wonder, hope,
That the light will return
And save us from darkness
And death…