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Apex Predators, Crucial to the Ecosystem, Are Critically Endangered Due to Human Conflict
Why are many of the apex predator animals either threatened or endangered? Human conflict is the most common answer to that question. Loss of habitat, poaching, and being hunted as a threat to livestock are all viable reasons for the possible extinction of many animals.
The Benefits of Adopting a Rescue Dog: From Cost Savings to Giving a Second Chance
Adopting a dog from a local rescue is a responsible and rewarding option for dog owners. Not only does it help to reduce the number of homeless dogs in our communities, but it also provides adopters with trained and socialized dogs.
Thoughts About Pet Adoption
If You think about the information in this article about pet adoption, you may want to fill out an application for pet adoption. After reading all about the ones you may want to consider for pet adoption, there may be many to pick from, and just the right one may be right before your eyes..
Vaccination of Pets: What Is an Adequate Amount?
Pet owners should steer clear of veterinarians that encourage or even require yearly vaccinations. Your pet may suffer as a result of needless or unsuitable veterinary care. Cancer is already being discovered in pets as young as 5 years old, and auto-immune disease is on the rise.
Quick Tricks for Interpreting Rabbit Body Language
You'll be astounded by the depth of rabbit body language once you start to understand how your pet communicates.
Masha, the Ukrainian Circus Bear
Masha is a more unusual refugee from Ukraine, she is a circus bear, who dreams to become free
Effects of Captivity on Animals in the Zoos
Captive Animals and Why They Should Be Freed From the Zoos
The Round Ups Continue.
The BLM is breaking the law. They are continuing these round up's whereby they are ignoring a Presidential order. How and why are they permitted to get away with it??? They must all be Democrats.
Morkie
The name Morkie was derived from "Moorke" which is a British dog breed.
How Pets Affect Our Lives?
Pets can help manage loneliness and depression by giving us companionship. Their love and affection have a beautiful impact on our lives. Pets are loyal, loving all the things that a person ever wants in their companions.
How to Promote Animal Welfare in Your Community
Urban Pet Hospital & Resort is the best doggy daycare in Urbandale. Our certified veterinarians and assistants work around the clock to ensure that your pet gets the best and quickest veterinarian care in the community.
American Wild Horses and Burros Still in Peril
It seems that Government entities do not have to abide by their own laws. But what happens if we do not?
Hecter Needs Help!
The story of how Hecter went through the most dangerous moment of his life written from his perspective.
Cyanobacteria Cause Elephant Death in Botswana
Botswana witnesses serial death of elephants cause of this we're unknown till. Now lab report revealed what lead to the tragic incident
A Possible End to the Rein of Terror for Wild Horses and Burros
For the first time in decades, wild horses and burros win a nod from our Congressional and Senatorial leaders. Allowing them to live and prosper in their prospective homelands. I cannot express how elated and excited I am to see this happening. Finally.
Citizens for Animal Protection: Sheltering and Finding Forever Homes for Pets
See this top-notch state of the art new animal shelter in Houston, Texas. Citizens for Animal Protection gets the highest rating from Charity Navigator.
Cruel Live Animal Trinkets
Small live animals are being exploited as captive trinkets in a toxic environment that leads to their slow death of starvation and oxygen deprivation. Rise above this cruelty!
The Troubling Status of Wild Horses and Burros in the United States
This article details the everyday plight facing this country's wild horses and burros. The BLM, the Cattlemen's Association, and the threat of the removal of over 100,000 animals to almost certain death creates a story worth exposing.
Why Are We so Squeamish?
Why is the fact that animals have to die so hard for some people to deal with, and why is it seen as especially bad when a human is responsible for an animal's death?
Facts about Polar Bears and Their Conservation
Polar bears are an endangered species and their habitat is melting under them quickly. These bears are amazing creatures and this article will get into the facts about them and about conservation. We need to help save these animals before they are gone forever.
Service Animals, Emotional Support Animals, Pets, and the Law
Learn the differences between these three classifications and what they can mean for your furry family members. Discover who can have a service animal, where they can go, and what the laws are.
A Brief History of Elephants
From instruments of war to circus performers, the history of elephants is a fascinating one.
The Great White Sharks of the Mediterranean Sea.
The Mediterranean Sea is home to a small population of Great White Sharks. Their numbers are few but they still inhabit the same areas which are very alive with tourism.
Boots: The Sad Story of a Puppy Mill Dog
This is a true story illustrating just one instance of why mass commercial breeding of pet animals needs to be halted, or at least very strictly regulated.
Anti-Poaching Dogs Help National Park Rangers
Top bred hunting dogs are trained by national park rangers and police to help them catch cruel poachers killing elephants and rhinos for their ivory horns, paratrooping, super tech-devices help them.
Why Adopt a Black Cat? Black Cat Appreciation Day
It's time to celebrate the special creature that we know and love: the black cat!
Monogamous Animals
Believe it or not, there is such a thing as monogamy among some of the animal kingdom members. You will find a few of the species here that are true blue.
Why Love One and Eat the Other?
On January 10th, 2016 an Australia Day advert was launched with media headlines (Lee Lin Chin Wants You To Eat Lamb In This New Australia Day Advert) In this TVC, Indonesian-born, Australian television presenter and journalist Lee Lin Chin played...
Tilikum in 2015: what happens when orcas are kept in captivity
'Blackfish' (2013) reminded the world that killer whales in captivity can become aggressive and turn against their human captors. Has anything changed in how we treat these intelligent mammals?
Stopping Animal Cruelty - Hunting Animals For Fun And Sport, Experimental Test On Animals
Animal Hunting or Poaching is a atrocity and cruelty to all animals and should be banned in all its entirety. There is no fun in killing or abusing an animal for Sports or fun. Lets stop animal abuse.
The Donkey Meetings of Ole Tepesi
During the wet season, donkeys of the Ole Tepesi area have a meeting everyday on the main road in their thousands, The meeting starts at around 5 pm in the evening and ends at 5 pm in the morning.
Human Animal Bond
Human beings and animals have a bond that goes back to evolutionary times. We have a complex relationship with the non human species we share our planet with, one that is very important to understand.
How to Become an Animal Control Officer in California
Animal Control is a rewarding career, this article will lay out the steps to become an Animal Control Officer in the state of California
Why We Should Not Euthanize Pets- A Buddhist View
According to the first and foremost precept of Buddhism, we should not kill any living creature, yet pet owners put their pets down all too often. The article presents an argument against euthanasia.
What Is Vegetarian Silk Or Peace Silk?
This vegan friendly silk known as Vegetarian silk, Peace silk or Eri silk is produced from the larvae of silkworms that form cocoons, but with out harming them in the extraction process.
The Cruelty Behind the Most Expensive Coffee in the World
Kopi Luwak, also known as “civet coffee,” is primarily manufactured and produced in Indonesia and is regarded the rarest and most expensive coffee in the world, easily costing as much as $300 USD per pound and up to $100 USD per cup. Although...
Animal Hoarding: When Someone's Love for Animals Becomes an Unhealthy Addiction
In the United States, between 900 and 2,000 cases of animal hoarding are reported every year.
The Appalling Practice of Soring
Help stop this inhumane practice.
Illegal Cockfighting in America; A Rough Life for a Rooster
The practice of forcing chickens and roosters to fight each other is illegal in all 50 states, but many cockfighting rings are still in operation today.
Why You Should Never Buy A Cat Or Dog
A look at why it is irresponsible to buy a dog or cat, and how to find any kind of cat or dog without buying them from a breeder.
Fifteen Animals You Didn't Know were used in Laboratory Research
Everyone knows about lab rats and mice but did you know scientists also study fruit flies, baby hammerhead sharks, zebra finches, and parasitic roundworms?
Do Animals Have Souls?
What happens to an animal when it dies? Do animals have souls?
Are PETA "Nazis" in Disguise?
“Animal Rights” organization continues committing cat and dog genocide
How Can We Stop Animal Cruelty
How aware are you of the depth animal cruelty is carried out in the World... some in the name of Science... some for pure greed... (upsetting images NOT used)
Bullfighting; what do you think?
Bullfighting in Spain is a controversial issue. Some support it as part of Spanish tradition. Others declare it a clear violation of animal rights. VOTE FOR OR AGAINST BULLFIGHTING IN THE POLL BELOW.
Lanai Animal Rescue Center: How LARC Saved Lanai's Cats
Lanai Animal Rescue Center. Learn how the people on the small island of Lanai make a difference in a cat's life. What you can do to support cat shelters and sanctuaries.