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Adrien Brody Puts A Bullet In Animal Entertainment (VIDEO)

May 24, 2013

(ANIMAL WELFARE) PETA is never one to shy away from controversy. The organization is famous for its use of shocking media to stir up conversation on animal rights issues, and their newest ad takes the cake for shock value. The video is narrated by Academy Award winner Adrien Brody who walks viewers through the dismal life of apes used for entertainment.  The thought-provoking ad ends with a shocking image of the ape holding a gun, ready to end his unhappy life. Read on to find out why it’s never okay to use live animal actors and see the controversial video for yourself. — Global Animal

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Not Funny: Hungover From Animal Death

May 23, 2013

(ANIMAL CRUELTY) Writer/Director Todd Phillips’ third installment of The Hangover Trilogy certainly has its moments, but falls far short of capturing the magic that made the first film so charming. And in its portrayal of animals, it plummets down a dark and nasty path, never to recover. There are many scenes in Hangover III that are supposed to be funny, but are merely ghastly or cruel, depicting the deaths of numerous animals. Read on for more on the film’s tasteless decision to swap good humor for cruelty. — Global Animal

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Musicians Cradling Cats (GALLERY)

May 21, 2013

(ANIMAL VIDEO) Every musician needs a muse…and a meow! With music festival season in full swing, now’s the time to check out these purrfect pictures of some very talented musicians and their adorable feline friends. — Global Animal

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Paul McCartney Wants A Humane Revolution

May 16, 2013

(CELEBRITY ACTIVISM) Forget the British Invasion—Sir Paul McCartney hopes to be on the forefront of yet another globe sweeping movement. Ever since the European Union banned cosmetic testing on animals a few months ago, animal rights advocates have wished for the rest of the world to follow in the EU’s footsteps. Together with Cruelty Free International (BUAV), Sir Paul has recently started promoting the worldwide adoption of an animal testing ban. Read on to learn more about this famed animal activist and the BUAV’s compassionate efforts. — Global Animal 

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Gatsby Gets Millions To Save Wildlife

May 15, 2013

(CELEBRITY ACTIVISM) The Great Gatsby star Leonardo DiCaprio is saving the wildlife, one celebrity donation at a time. The famed actor hosted the 11th hour auction in New York on May 13, raising $38.8 million for his charity, The Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation. The foundation will use the funds raised during the art auction to protect endangered species as well as the various wild lands they inhabit. The best selling piece of the nigh, an oil painting created by Mark Grotjahn, sold for $6.5 million—an auction record for the artist. Continue reading below for more information on the compassionate auction. — Global Animal

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Jon Stewart Walks His Daily Show Dog (GALLERY)

May 9, 2013

(ANIMAL PICTURES) It comes as no surprise that Jon Stewart is quite the pit bull lover. “The Daily Show” host has stood up for the breed on numerous occasions and is the proud parent of three rescued pit bulls, including a three-legged pooch named Champ. Not to mention, “The Daily Show” set has reportedly become “a dog nirvana,” with more than a dozen pups roaming the office on any given work day. Check out the pictures below of Stewart walking Champ in NYC this past weekend. — Global Animal

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Kevin Spacey Honors City Of Boston With New Puppy

May 6, 2013

(CELEBRITY PETS)  Two-time Oscar winner Kevin Spacey has recently taken on a new role as the parent to an adorable rescue puppy, Boston, who he named in honor of the beloved city. During a recent visit to the Boston Medical Center to show his support for those affected by the recent tragedy, the actor welcomed Boston into his family after meeting with some of North Shore Animal League America’s Mutt-i-grees, who are there to help heal the emotional wounds of the victims. Read on for more on the newest addition to his family as well as his special connection to the city of Boston. — Global Animal

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Something’s Fishy About Kim Kardashian’s Feet

May 2, 2013

(CELEBRITY NEWS) Aside from her all-too-public (and extremely short-lasting) marriage to Chris Humphries and her Brady Bunch-esque family of celebs, Kim Kardashian is becoming known for her particularly strange beauty regimen. From blood facials to all body laser treatments, Kanye West’s counterpart is never too shy about trying any bizarre treatment. But it seems this time, she might have crossed the line. The TV star is filming her reality show Keeping Up With The Kardashians in Greece at the moment, and while on a break she decided to pamper herself at the local nail salon with sister Kourtney. Unfortunately instead of a good old mani/pedi, the Kardashian sisters decided to get a fish pedicure. Read on to find out why this practice is not only morally wrong, but also dangerous. — Global Animal

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