Tag Archives | Japan Animals

Japan Animal Heroes Face Criminal Charges

March 27, 2013

(ANIMAL RESCUE) After Japan’s massive 2011 earthquake, a devastating nuclear crisis ensued. Cooling systems at the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station failed shortly after the earthquake which led to reactor explosions and partial nuclear meltdowns. More than 200,000 residents were evacuated while tens of thousands of animals were left behind amidst the chaos. Soon after tragedy struck, Hiroshi Hoshi and his son, Leo Hoshi, sprung into action to help animals in need who were trapped in the Fukushima exclusion zone, the area surrounding the nuclear plant that has been evacuated due to radioactive contamination. The heroic duo founded NGO Hoshi Family Animal Welfare and immediately embarked on their animal rescue mission. Read more about this brave father-and-son team and the criminal charges they are facing for helping animals in need. — Global Animal

Share Your Thoughts

Loyal Japan Tsunami Dog Still Missing (VIDEO)

March 14, 2013

(ANIMAL RESCUE) On March 14, 2011, two loyal dogs captured hearts around the world. Mei-chan, a spotted Brittany spaniel, and Lee-chan, a white English setter, were separated from their guardian during the chaos of Japan’s Tohoku earthquake and tsunami. These canine companions managed to stay together despite the turmoil and disarray in the city streets. A Fuji TV crew spotted and filmed Mei-chan refusing to leave an injured Lee-chan’s side. This footage of two loyal and lost friends touched the world and became a YouTube sensation. It also created worldwide awareness of the devastation the tsunami caused to animals and pets. Read on to learn more about this heartfelt tale, and check out the video of the two loyal tsunami dogs. — Global Animal

Share Your Thoughts

Mutant Butterflies: Product Of Fukushima Nuclear Disaster

August 15, 2012

(ANIMAL NEWS)—The 2011 Fukushima disaster has already impacted the animal world in many ways. Radiation contamination has been found in California bluefin tuna, and now researchers in Japan have found a mutation in butterflies. The mutation causes irregularly developed eyes, stunted wings, disfigured antennas, and different color patterns. Read on to find out what this means for the butterfly population.—Global Animal

Share Your Thoughts

Fukushima Radiation Found In Bluefin Tuna

May 29, 2012

(ANIMAL NEWS) CALIFORNIA — Bluefin tuna caught off the coast of San Diego are carrying radiation contamination from the 2011 Fukushima nuclear disaster. It is the first case of a large migratory fish species carrying radiation over a large distance, startling some researchers. With bluefin tuna already suffering from overfishing, read on to find out what could be in store for this marine species and others that could be contaminated. — Global Animal

Share Your Thoughts

Penguin Escapes To Freedom (VIDEO)

May 23, 2012

(PENGUIN NEWS) TOKYO — Two months ago, a penguin hatched an escape from the Tokyo aquarium and decided to settle in the Tokyo Bay. Due to the high levels of radiation in the area and the large amounts of pollution in the bay, people worried about the penguin’s health and safety. However, the penguin appears to be living a healthy lifestyle away from the aquarium. Read on to learn more about the search for the penguin and be sure to check out the video below. — Global Animal

Share Your Thoughts

Morrissey Stands Up For Sheep

May 6, 2012

(TAKE ACTION) — Rocker Morrissey has written a letter to the Japanese clothing company, Uniqlo, urging them to boycott  farmers who use mulesing to get their wool. Mulesing is the extremely cruel method of removing large chunks of the sheep’s flesh along with the wool, in a misguided attempt to prevent flystrike. The sheep are never given any anaesthetic and can suffer deadly infections from the mutilation. For more on Morrissey’s campaign read on and click the “Take Action” mouse to sign a petition protesting mulesing. — Global Animal 

 

Share Your Thoughts

Japan: A Year In Donations & Animal Rescue

March 22, 2012

(ANIMAL RESCUE) A year after the massive earthquake and tsunami destroyed much of Northern Japan, animals are still in need of rescue from the “no-go” exclusion zone. Japan Earthquake Animal Rescue & Support (JEARS), formed on March 12, 2011 and has rescued nearly 700 animals. To date, 350 remain in the care of the coalition shelters. Read on for the ongoing animal rescue efforts in Japan.— Global Animal

Share Your Thoughts

Putting A Furry Face To Japan’s Ongoing Animal Relief

October 21, 2011

(ANIMAL RESCUE) JAPAN — Approximately eight months since the devastating earthquake and tsunami in Japan, animals are still being rescued with the help of Japan Earthquake Animal Rescue & Support (JEARS) and Kinship Circle. Some have been rescued and rehabilitated from Japan’s radiation exclusion zone, while others have been saved from euthanization and in some cases, reunited with their families. — Global Animal

Share Your Thoughts

Back to top