(ANIMAL NEWS) Trouble, the pampered pooch of New York City’s billionaire Leona Helmsley, is reported to have died. Read how the twelve-year old Maltese passed away six months ago, yet her death was kept a secret from the public.
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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.
Buying In Bulk: Fat Cat Sale
OHIO (PET HEALTH) Read how the Humane Society in Hillard, Ohio, has a big fat idea for addressing the issue of obese cats being overlooked for pet adoption.
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City Of Angels Bans Puppy Mills
(ANIMAL NEWS) For those who’ve been following the story of Los Angeles’ attempt to ban puppy mills — rejoice! The motion to draft a law banning the mills was approved, including a few compassionate bonus features. The Los Angeles city council seeks not only to put an end to puppy mills, but create more opportunities for families to adopt shelter animals. The puppy mills, institutionalized breeding facilities that promote inbreeding and animal cruelty, take advantage of both people and animals. The new law will, if properly enforced, truly make the city of angels a heavenly place for pets and the people who love them. — Global Animal
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Bath Time For Germany’s Newborn Sumatran Tiger Cubs (PHOTOS)
GERMANY (BABY ANIMAL PICTURES) – A pair of Sumatran tiger cubs made their debut last week at Germany’s Frankfurt Zoo. New pictures show the baby big cats getting a bath from their proud mama, Malea. Sumatran tigers are a critically endangered species. With a perilously low population of approximately 400 left in the world, the cubs’ births were reason for celebration. — Global Animal
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WeHo Says Hell No To Fur
(ANIMAL ACTIVISM) — Too bad for Fendi. The forward-thinking West Hollywood City Council voted to forbid the sale of fur within the city limits. The fur ban in this trend-setting city is a great addition to pro-animal legislation in California. Read on about this ‘no fur sales’ ruling and other animal-friendly initiatives in the US and beyond.
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Los Angeles: Possible End To Puppy Mills?
(ANIMAL WELFARE) The puppies of Los Angeles can put their paws together in appreciation for a new motion that could stamp out puppy mills for good. The cruel and inhumane mills churn out cats and dogs like enormous breeding factories, paying no regard to animal safety or welfare. While most Angelinos would deny affiliation with such horrid and systematic animal cruelty, many would be surprised just where these mills do business. — Global Animal
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Not So Pretty In Pink?
(ANIMAL WELFARE) What is it about painting animals pink for human entertainment or promotion? Last month it was Pink Taco’s painted donkey standing in 90 degree heat. This month it’s a horse spray painted pink for a Selena Gomez music video. Renowned singer Pink came across this horse of a different color on a Malibu beach and was immediately outraged. Though her reaction is understandable, are the two cases the same? The details present a mixed picture, forcing fans and animal lovers everywhere to say yay or neigh to dyed creatures. What do you think? — Global Animal
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Anti-Fur Protesters Storm Seoul Fashion Show
(ANIMAL RIGHTS) SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA – Fendi fashionistas got more than they bargained for when protesters showed up to their fur-heavy fashion show. The protesters are fighting to eliminate fur in fashion, a value that has made great strides in America and Europe, but is just beginning to take hold in Asia, where Fendi is exporting their torture to new markets. Wise up, Fendi – fur isn’t beautiful, necessary or even particularly fashionable. — Global Animal
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