Daily news of pets, endangered animals and wildlife around the world. Includes information on dogs, cats, dolphins, whales, and wild animals, plus news on endangered species, animal welfare and wildlife conservation.
January 24, 2011, CONGO – In a case where the worst of human nature destroys the best, eight rangers have been killed protecting the last 720 mountain gorillas on the planet by remnants of the genocidal maniacs responsible for the million people butchered in Rwanda.
SWITZERLAND — A small town has generated a big controversy with its plan to enact a 1904 law that allows the government to kill the dogs of owners who refuse to pay the dog tax. Although the plan is to avoid killing any dogs, is it right to endanger a life because of a $48.50 tax? Tell us what you think.
CHINA — With the Chinese New Year just around the corner, many people are purchasing pet bunnies in honor of the Year of the Rabbit. Mail-order rabbits are dying, and the few that do arrive at a new home are often neglected and abandoned because the family is unprepared for the needs of a pet. We urge you to only get a pet if you are prepared for the animal’s needs.
AUSTRALIA – These adorable bats rescued from flood damage are on the road to recovery, but their plight is an indication of the struggle Australia’s wildlife has yet to face. Watch the video of these baby bats.— Global Animal
SOUTH KOREA — South Korean pigs are suffering from a massive outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease. This epidemic, having cost Korean farmers over $1 billion in damage, is perhaps the most serious in the nation’s history. While that economic figure may be disturbing, even more so is the horrific, inhumane handling of the infected pigs. Read on and find out how you can join the resistance against this tragedy of animal cruelty. — Global Animal
Jan. 16, 2011, AUSTRALIA – Experts say that with all the flooding in Queensland, the native wildlife will be suffering losses every bit as much as people in the same areas. Unlike the humans though, these animals have no one to rescue them and give them relief aid. Find out what damage this disaster will cause in the animal kingdom.
Jan. 15, 2011, AUSTRALIA — Amidst all the tragedy and loss of the great flood, residents of the flooded areas have one thing to look forward to: being reunited with their rescued pets. Dozens of animals separated from their families are staying at Noah’s Ark veterinary clinic. We all hope that these animals will soon be reunited with their families, and that life can become just that much more normal for the victims of this natural disaster.
SOUTH KOREA — South Korea banned whaling years ago, but it is still legal to sell whale parts from whales found already deceased. This policy has created a loophole though which illegal whaling is possible.Discover how Korean officials are now working to close the loophole, and prevent further whale deaths.
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