400-pound leatherback sea turtle found dead after human encounter November 14, 2015 New England Aquarium veterinarians and biologists commonly are asked to do autopsies on marine mammals and have disturbingly found a common trio of reasons… Continue Reading
Cute alert: Rare white lion cubs growing up royally at Toronto Zoo November 13, 2015 Born six weeks ago at the Toronto Zoo, a set of four rare white lion cubs are proving to be “playful and curious,” officials say…. Continue Reading
Cat lovers rejoice: Here’s a pub where you can enjoy the purr-fect pint November 13, 2015 So, a cat walks into a bar. Onto the bar, actually. At least, that what you’ll find at Bag O’ Nails pub in Bristol…. Continue Reading
Bullfighting courses in Spanish schools angers some, divides Spain. November 12, 2015 Bullfighting is a horrendously cruel sport on animals. Bulls are killed in a ceremony of pomp and music and in front of cheering fans… Continue Reading
Wednesday Zen Moment: Bee in the moment, life lessons from bee behaviour November 11, 2015 Mark L. Winston is recognized as one of the world’s leading experts on bees and pollination. His latest book, based on a life’s devotion, to… Continue Reading
Remembrance Day: Dogs, horses, mules and other war animals remembered November 11, 2015 As the world pauses today to reflect on those lost in war, animals who served during conflicts are also being remembered. Canada’s Animals in… Continue Reading
SeaWorld to end orca performances in San Diego November 10, 2015 Bending to pressure from animal welfare advocates, SeaWorld San Diego is phasing out orca shows in 2017 and replacing the display with one that… Continue Reading
Conservation: Southern white rhinos plucked from South Africa to become surrogate mothers in San Diego November 9, 2015 Six southern white rhinos are now settling in at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park after an epic journey from South Africa to take part… Continue Reading
Meatless Monday: Eat ugly vegetables, help save cows and pigs and other critters November 9, 2015 A few years ago, supermarkets began heralding the fact that even ugly vegetables deserved love. It’s always surprising to hear that more than one-quarter… Continue Reading
Vienna zoo bans selfie sticks around penguins, sea lions November 9, 2015 The world’s oldest zoo is dealing with a modern-day scourge: the selfie-stick. And now, Vienna’s Schönbrunn Zoo is banning the ubiquitous devices, at least around its… Continue Reading
