(ANIMAL SCIENCE) Though human DNA has been used in criminal cases for about 35 years, the collection of animal DNA has only begun to gain ground in the past few years. Animal DNA is proving to be vital evidence in cases involving animal abuse. Since there is a known link between animal and human violence, this step towards justice is good news for all. — Global Animal
Although some may be hesitant to adopt a dog who was trained by prisoners, one mom says she has no regrets about her decision to do so. After all, the dog she adopted from Prison Tails has become a wonderful addition to her family; he even saved them from a burglary!
(PETS) – Welcoming a new cat into an established family can pose a number of challenges. Find tips here to make the transition as smooth as possible.
(DOG NEWS) Dogs have the incredible ability to bring warmth and affection to humans, even in the most tragic circumstances. So recent studies suggesting that dogs may actually empathize with humans are not all that surprising. After all, a dog truly is “man’s best friend.”
(PHOTOS) The Japan Earthquake Animal Rescue and Support (JEARS) team and Kinship Circle continues to work diligently in the aftermath of Japan’s devastating earthquake, tsunami and radiation threat. Thanks to generous donors, like Global Animal readers who’ve donated over $27,000 in support, these volunteers are on the ground making a huge difference in the lives of animals and people alike. In the photo gallery below are some of those lives. – Global Animal
Not to worry, Dr. Oz isn’t saying that you can never smooch your beloved pup again. Rather, he’s giving some tips for minimizing the health risks that could come from a dog’s slobbery kisses on the mouth.
Hunting advocate and environmental writer Ted Williams recently wrote a feature story for Audubon magazine, titled “Real Hunters Don’t Shoot Pets,” exploring the so-called “canned hunts” that allow paying customers to shoot tame animals stocked in fenced pens for guaranteed trophies.
On a trip to a Africa, GoDaddy CEO Bob Parsons shot and killed an elephant (grinning photo above). He felt compelled to film the elephant dying and set it to music to share as a video. Here’s a way to fire back that this businessman might understand.
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