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Shame On LMU: University Hires Lion For School Spirit

August 29, 2012

(EXOTIC ANIMALS) In honor of the start of fall classes, Loyola Marymount University (LMU) showed off its school spirit on Tuesday. But instead of celebrating the festivities with their lion mascot, Iggy, many students were shocked to find a real adult male African lion in a cage on display in the Alumni Mall Sunken Garden. The student association rented Felix the lion for a day from Hollywood Animals, an exotic animal rental company in Santa Clarita, California. Read on for more on the unfortunate school event. — Global Animal

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Massive Lizard On The Loose: Who Is The Real Danger?

July 19, 2012

(ANIMAL WELFARE) COLORADO — After a family accidentally let their giant, 6-foot lizard loose, sheriffs are warning nearby residents to keep their small pets inside as the reptile has a history of chomping on exposed cats and dogs. Residents outside of Colorado might not have to worry about this particular incident, but the situation raises questions about what officers will do when they find the pet reptile. These policemen, unfamiliar to a situation like this, might react in a harmful way if they feel threatened. The sheriffs could actually be the danger in this situation rather than the other way around, especially as departments often claim that wounding or killing an animal is justified if they feel intimidated. Should someone more fitting be the one searching for this lizard? — Global Animal

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HSUS Cracks Down On Nation’s Largest Exotic Animal Owner (VIDEO)

May 30, 2012

(ANIMAL WELFARE) Since reporting on the exploitation of tiger cubs throughout American shopping malls and the associated death of 23 tiger cubs, the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) recently published findings from their very own undercover investigation in Wynnewood, Oklahoma. Shockingly, during the four month investigation at Joe Schreibvogel’s G.W. Exotic Animal Park, another five tigers died. Not only do these findings correspond with Schreibvogel’s long history of negligence, but the investigation also suggests that Schreibvogel may be the largest private owner of tigers in the nation, housing as many as 200 tigers and more than 1,000 other species. Read on to learn more about Schreibvogel’s corrupt pseudo-sanctuary and how the HSUS is seeking swift action to address these problems. Don’t forget to sign the petition in support of banning ownership of big cats. — Global Animal

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UPDATE: Ohio Releases Exotic Animals To Widow

May 2, 2012

(ANIMAL NEWS) OHIO — Two leopards, two primates, and a bear that survived the Ohio exotic animal massacre are being returned to the wife of the man who released them. In October, Terry Thompson released 56 animals from his farm before committing suicide. Although Ohio passed a bill that will ban the new ownership of exotic animals, existing owners, like Marian Thompson, will be able to keep their “pets.” Read on for more on this unfortunate news.  — Global Animal  

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Bill Maher Tweets Against New Hunting Act

April 25, 2012

(CELEBRITY) Outspoken comedian Bill Maher recently tweeted against the ”Sportsman’s Heritage Act of 2012.” Calling the legislation “bullish-t,” Maher spoke out to his followers against the proposal. Already passed in the U.S. House of Representatives, if the Senate approves the law, the lives of wild animals like polar bears could be up for commercial hunt. Read on to learn about Bill Maher’s passion for polar bears, and what you can do to reach your Senators. — Global Animal 

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Leonardo DiCaprio Urges Big Cat Protection

April 24, 2012

(CELEBRITY NEWS) Leonardo DiCaprio is speaking out against private ownership of exotic animals. The handsome actor went on Twitter and Facebook to voice his disapproval of people in the U.S. keeping exotic animals as pets. He urged his Twitter followers to sign a letter to members of Congress to prevent another Ohio tragedy from happening. Read on for the actor’s own words, and to take action. — Global Animal

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Surviving Animals In Ohio Massacre: What Now?

October 28, 2011

(ANIMAL NEWS) OHIO — The six surviving exotic animals from the tragedy in Ohio were ordered by the Department of Agriculture to remain quarantined at the Columbus Zoo in fear of spreading disease. Marian Thompson, the widow who currently has legal rights to these animals, had planned to bring the three leopards, two primates, and young grizzly bear back to the notorious farm near Zainesville. While the zoo has taken steps to prevent Thompson’s efforts, the local County Sheriff’s Department is evaluating options that would legally allow the animals to return to the farm. Read on for more regarding this case and the current state of these animals. —Global Animal

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Bear Skin Rugs Officially Banned In US

October 19, 2011

(POLAR BEARS) A victory for polar bears: Trophy imports into the U.S. will continue to be banned! First taking effect in 2008, the ban was fought by trophy-hungry polar bear hunters who hoped to get it lifted. Fortunately, Judge Sullivan from the U.S. District Court did not buy into this and believes the import of the almost-extinct bear should stay illegal. Read on for more about the decision. — Global Animal

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