Congress Pushes Farm Bill Threatening Animal Welfare Gains
The U.S. Congress’s Farm Bill, a substantial piece of legislation governing agricultural and food programs, faces scrutiny for its potential to harm animal welfare. The 2024 Farm Bill, recently approved by the House Agriculture Committee, is particularly concerning for animal rights advocates. The bill includes provisions that could reverse progress in animal welfare, endanger public health, and negatively impact countless animals. Photo: PexelsThe 2024 Farm Bill could undo years of animal welfare progress. Nullifying Proposition 12 One...
Cymbiotika Dog Supplements Review 2024: An Expert’s Breakdown
Click to Skip Ahead Our Final Verdict We give Cymbiotika Dog Supplements an overall rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars. Quality: 5/5 Variety: 4.9/5 Ingredients: 5/5 Value: 5/5 Efficacy: 4.9/5 As a dog mom myself, one of my top goals is to provide my pup with the most optimal life possible – from the softest toys to the best food money can buy. All of this is intended to help her live happily and comfortably, but much like us humans, sometimes we need extra help in the form of supplements. I have long taken supplements for my health but have...
Using Reasons for Intake for Resource & Policy Advocacy
Every animal sheltering organization has to make difficult choices about prioritizing resources, especially now, at a time when animal welfare facilities are experiencing record-breaking capacity issues, struggles with staffing, and increasing need in their communities. There seems to be never-ending recommendations about the best programming, staffing, and advocacy-related tools for improving outcomes for people and pets, and it’s reasonable to expect that this menu of options may be overwhelming to decision-makers. For...
Should I Divorce My Husband Because Manic Loves Him More? Maybe!
Hi, I’m Allison. Read my introduction to learn more about me and my three mixed-breed dogs from Thailand, Jelly, Lorraina, and Manic. I would not consider myself a jealous person. However, when it comes to my dogs, jealousy oozes from my pores if they seem to favor someone else over me. I desperately wanted to think that dogs are pure enough not to have favorite people, but I honestly think Manic favors my husband over me. Should I divorce him over my perceived idea that one of our dogs loves him more than me? Answer: maybe....
Animal Breeder Faces Record-Breaking $35M Fine After Thousands Of Beagles Rescued From Horror
An Indiana-based animal breeder, Envigo, has made headlines following a landmark case that saw the company plead guilty to federal animal welfare and environmental crimes. The charges stem from a two-year probe conducted by the U.S. Justice Department into the mistreatment of thousands of beagles at a breeding facility in Cumberland County, Virginia. Photo: PexelsEnvigo faces a record $35 million in fines and penalties for violations of the Animal Welfare Act and Clean Water Act. Envigo’s Guilty Plea Envigo RMS LLC, the entity operating...
Sweet Labrador Retriever Has Spent Half Her Life In Shelter And Needs Home ASAP
Labrador retrievers continue to be one of the most popular dogs in the U.S. and hold the record for the number one spot at 31 years. The family-friendly dogs are loyal, playful, and always up for an adventure. However, their popularity doesn’t mean they are not found in shelters. A sweet Labrador retriever, appropriately named Sugar, has been at The Anita’s Stevens Swan Humane Society in New York for over half her life waiting for a family. She arrived when she was a year and a half and just passed her two-year anniversary at the...
Top Dog Sports—And How to Get Your Canine Involved
Dog sports aren’t just a way to add exercise to your best friend’s life. They’re also mentally stimulating, lots of fun, and great for bonding. What’s not to love? Dog sports are among the fastest growing obsessions among dog lovers. Not only are they a lot of fun and a great opportunity for you and your dog to get fit and connect with each other on a new level, but they’re also an enjoyable way to meet other like-minded dog people. There’s no time like the present to explore your options and get involved...
How To Pick Up A Dog Properly: 5 Vet-Approved Steps to Follow
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead You might not think much about picking up your dog. For some, they are so large it’s a rare occurrence. For others with smaller dogs, you simply pick them up without much thought. But is there a proper way to pick up a dog? Certainly. In this article, we will go over how to pick up a dog according to its size—and give you a few other tidbits of useful information. How To Pick Up A Dog...
Kitten Found By Mountain Biker Tolerates Eight-Mile Ride Home, Snuggled in Cyclist’s Jacket
This story was originally shared on The Animal Rescue Site. Submit your own rescue story here. Your story just might be the next to be featured on our blog! When my husband called me in the middle of a mountain bike ride and asked if he could bring home a kitten he’d found cowering near a sewer drain, of course I said yes. We had three cats and two dogs (all rescues!) already and weren’t looking to add another pet, but it was getting cold and neither of us wanted to leave a kitten outside. KITTEN. PHOTO: PIXABAY / DAGA ROSZKOWSKA...
Climate Change May Also Be Impacting Species Below the Canopy in Tropical Forests
Tropical rainforests play a big role in the planet’s biodiversity. About half of all animal and plant species can be found there, along with two-thirds of flowering plants. However, climate change may be putting these species’ survival at risk, even those that live under the protection of the canopy. New research published in Nature Climate Change looked at the current and historical climate conditions of 300,000 tropical forests throughout the world, to see specifically how conditions have changed under the tree canopy. The team...
