New law makes animal cruelty a federal crime
On Monday President Trump signed the Preventing Animal Cruelty and Torture Act into law, making animal cruelty a federal crime.
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Woman avoids jail despite starving 25 horses in one of worst cases RSPCA has ever seen
When I stop to consider the wonderful creatures we share this planet with, I wonder how anyone in their right mind can hurt and abuse them. Of course, almost every day we hear of instances …
Dog found painted green, crying and looking for food
Every day I am horrified by the sheer number of animal abuse cases and stories of our furry friends being dumped. Shazreen Othuman, from Petaling Jaya, Malaysia, posted an image that has been shared around the world …
Guard dog becomes best friend and protector to abandoned baby giraffe
It’s always inspiring to see rescue organizations step up to rescue and take care of animals—but it’s even more inspiring when it’s other animals helping out. Animals can be surprisingly compassionate and emotionally intelligent, and …
Man jumps in icy water to save desperate dog
Every dog owner will agree: losing your dog is a scary thought. Not knowing where your loyal friend is and whether he or she is safe – that’s an awful feeling. When Don Chatten, 49, …
Animal abuse case highlights why everyone needs to be informed before owning a pet
Earlier this year a man placed a cable tie around his German Shepherd’s muzzle and claimed to have forgotten about it. He was recently charged for the crime.
Shy, blind bison never had a friend on the farm — until she found Oliver
Just like humans, animals need friends and companionship. They can get lonely, and having a good friend by their side can really make an impact. That’s certainly the case for one bison, who after being …
Ranger the German Shepherd will always be the size of a puppy due to rare genetic condition
Meet Ranger, a purebred German Shepherd who will always look like a pup because of a rare genetic condition. According to reports, the 2-year-old suffers from “pituitary dwarfism,” a condition primarily affecting, but not limited, …
Man gets out of his wheelchair to help kitten trapped in drain
The number of videos that we’re exposed to online can all seem to merge into one after a while. But this latest video that’s emerged on Facebook took my breath away. It shows a disabled …
Second critically endangered elephant found dead from “poisoning”
A critically endangered Sumatran elephant has become the second to be found dead from apparent poisoning. According to reports, Indonesian conversation officials have confirmed the elephant was discovered deceased at a palm oil plantation in …