Albania’s last “restaurant bear” rescued, bound for a new life at sanctuary in Austria December 8, 2022 For two decades, Mark lived in a cage listlessly entertaining guests at an Albanian restaurant. He was among dozens of bears held captive by… Continue Reading
Another abandoned captive bear rescued in war-torn Ukraine September 11, 2022 Russia invaded Ukraine almost seven months ago and evacuations of captive, wild animals are still taking place — including, most recently, one very ill… Continue Reading
Farewell to former “dancing bear” Stefan, first resident of Bulgarian sanctuary May 18, 2021 For years, Stefan had one terrible job: “Dancing bear.” Then, he was rescued and one of the first bears brought to the Dancing Bears… Continue Reading
“World’s loneliest elephant” fit enough to be relocated from Islamabad zoo September 7, 2020 For 35 years, Kaavan has lived at the Marghazar Zoo in Islamabad — most recently in appalling conditions and in failing health. But now… Continue Reading
