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Un-Seal This Deal (VIDEO)

April 12, 2013

(WILDLIFE) On Tuesday, the Elmer Fudds of the world finally came out of their icy hovels, in order to partake in Canada’s now infamous seal hunt. Although the commercial hunt is widely panned by the majority of Canadian citizens, and increasingly obsolete, it has refused to fade away completely. The Canadian Government is no doubt the biggest enabler of this barbaric practice, over funding at great lengths to sustain a needless industry, with the use of taxpayers’ money. Read on to find out more about Canada’s commercial seal hunt and the concerns revolving around this obsolete and inhumane practice. — Global Animal

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Luristan Newt Is Latest Victim In Animal Trafficking

September 9, 2012

(ANIMAL TRAFFICKING) As simple as if it were an exported commodity, internet sellers are using the web as a hub for animal trafficking. With detection-evading tools, online wildlife dealers are selling the rare Luristan Newt among many other endangered animals. Only 1,000 of these spotted newts remain throughout four rivers in Iran and are being sold on websites for as little as 65 Euros. Internet exploitation of animals is at an all time high, and wildlife trade organizations are hoping to uncover illegal exporters through clues left behind in their technology. Read on for how government and wildlife officials are working to decrease the widespread activity of animal trafficking. — Global Animal

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Elephant Killing Spree In Cameroon

February 16, 2012

(POACHING) CAMEROON — Wildlife advocates are reporting that over the past five weeks, approximately 200 elephants in the Bouba Ndjida National Park have been slaughtered by poachers. While Sudan is being blamed for this year’s unprecedented killings, the overarching issue is the growing and unchecked global market for ivory. Read on about this ongoing catastrophe, and how wildlife experts are warning that if elephant killings continue to go unchecked, the nations of West Africa could lose their entire elephant populations. — Global Animal

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Dolphin Strandings Surpass Annual Average In A Month

February 7, 2012

(DOLPHIN RESCUE) CAPE COD — Since January 12, 129 dolphins have stranded themselves on the shores of Cape Cod. That’s the largest single-species stranding on record in the northeastern United States, with even more expected in the coming days and weeks. Of the 129 stranded dolphins, the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) has returned 37 to the deep waters, while 92 have died. The IFAW still has no proper explanation for the swell in strandings. Stay up to date on this ongoing tragedy here at Global Animal. — 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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E.U. Addresses Inhumane Member Countries

October 18, 2011

(ANIMAL LEGISLATION) BELGIUM — The European Parliament has adopted a Written Declaration to develop a plan  to monitor puppy mills and the illegal trade of cats and dogs across the European Union. It sends a warning to countries with inhumane practices to end them immediately. We applaud IFAW for their facilitation in the drafting process. Read on for more information on the declaration and how it will affect Europe’s treatment of animals. — Global Animal

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Global Animals Donate $6000 To Feed Tripoli Zoo Animals

September 21, 2011

(TRIPOLI ZOO/VIDEO & PHOTOS) Global Animal readers donated $6,000 for food, water, and vet care for the animals at the Tripoli Zoo who were abandoned during Libya’s recent conflict. Today, Global Animal Foundation sent the donation to the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW). See the video and picture update on how the Tripoli Zoo animals are doing now! 

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Tripoli Zoo Update: How To Help

September 7, 2011

(TRIPOLI ZOO ANIMAL NEWS) LIBYA — Today the Tripoli Zoo received funds from the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) to provide food and water to the animals. They do currently have some water, but they still need more supplies. The biggest concern now is food — the cost to feed the animals is nearly $2,000 a day. In order to continue getting aid to these animals, IFAW is asking for donations so they can continue sending funds to the zoo. Read the press release from IFAW about the current state of the zoo and the needs of the animals, and then donate to the cause here. — Global Animal

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