Articles related to "Animal Welfare"

The Australian government has announced that the live animal export trade to Egypt will resume, despite concerns about cruelty to animals.

Freedom Food is the RSPCA's farm assurance scheme dedicated to improving the welfare standards of the one billion farm animals reared for food annually.

In the minds of many, the veal industry is barbaric and inhumane, but calves can be treated well with little difference in the quality of the meat.

Every rodeo event has one thing in common: animals. Whether horse or cow, the animals are the stars of the show, right alongside the cowboys that ride or rope them.

Women who are inherently nurturers and care givers can play a leading role as supporters and initiators of the vegetarian diet according to feminist author Carol Adams.

Several animal welfare organizations and a former Ringling Bros. Circus employee says the Asian elephants are beaten, shackled and confined for days on end.

The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) makes strong effort to help animals in Gulf Coast states.

California voters are considering whether to vote for a measure that would force factory farms to provide larger cages and pens for animals.

Many people have witnessed an animal that is helpless or has been abused and turn their head the other way due to not knowing how to help.

Is the Animal Welfare Act the United States' best option to save animals from cruelty or experimentation? Should Congress do more to help these unwilling subjects?

What happens when Spot and Fluffy's owner loses their home? Shelters are ready to help, no questions asked.

A guide to useful online calculators that let you determine your lifestyle's impact on the environment and natural resources.

A three month investigation by IFAW into internet trade in wildlife in eleven countries found that most items for sale may violate CITES endangered species agreements.

A nationwide economic crunch delivered the hardest blow to those incapable of speaking for themselves: homeless cats and dogs. Here's how you can help.

Were the animal rights activists wrong to say that hand-rearing by humans was not the best choice for this polar bear cub?

A 7am call to rescue a kitten trapped in a car-engine wouldn't please everyone, but it means a lot to Barbara Bates, founder of Skopelos Caring for Animals and Nature

Micro chipping is quite the hot topic in the world of animals today but is it a solution or something much more sinister?

Religious leaders from many faiths unite in teaching kindness and compassion toward pets and all animals.

Marine mammal experts from SeaWorld and the International Fund for Animal Welfare organized the manatee's rescue from Sesuit Harbor in Dennis, MA.

Pet owners faced with the perceived high cost of surgical neutering performed by a vet may wonder if the elastrator used for livestock will also work on dogs and cats.

A Cambodian zoo is undoing the poor reputation of animal parks in Southeast Asia and providing a great family day away from the capital, Phnom Penh, all at the same time.

Animals have been used for the entertainment of humans for centuries, recently the curtain has come down reveling the abuses these animals have suffered.

Enrichment is the practice of providing animals with interactions that simulate their natural habitat. Learn how zoo keepers, pet owners, and breeders all use enrichment.

Using the WTO (World Trade Organization) Canada has launched a formal protest against the European Union's ban on seal based products. Such a challenge is expected.

For Christmas gift and craft ideas that help animals and save money, check out the following online gift shops and craft ideas.

SeaWorld staff and International Fund for Animal Welfare rescued Dennis the Manatee from Cape Cod's Sesuit Harbor, but he died en route to Orlando's SeaWorld.

Speaking in 2009, Dr Holt discussed the ongoing inability to kill whales humanely and the impact business decisions will have on a whaling moratorium in the near future.

The European Union has voted to ban seal based products. The ban may become law by the end of next month, triggering a Canadian appeal to the World Trade Organization.

If you can no longer keep your dog you may not need to use a rescue centre; you could find him a new home yourself.

Giraffes are intelligent animals, and need plenty of interaction to keep them healthy. Zoo keepers use a variety of enrichment techniques for these long necked ungulates.

Goa Chillout Zone Vol.1 is the first compilation CD from W.O.A International, with a percentage of profits going to various animal welfare charities.

Many rabbit owners are surprised to learn that nearly any pet rabbit can be easily trained to use a litter box. In just a few minutes, train a Bun to clean her latrine.

Lush, the organic, handmade bath and body products store, has always been anti-animal testing and pro-environment. The green company gives money to worthy charities.

Where there is a survey and discussion, is there help for the horse? The plight of unwanted Thoroughbreds and other working equines grows dimmer as concerns expand.

A baby seal, at just 14 days old, is automatically qualified to be murdered. The Canadian Government has allowed for 280,000 seals to be slaughtered this year alone.

Americans June Silverman Pickering and Iris V. opted to live abroad permanently. While each faced problems in her adopted country, neither regrets the move.

Enrichment is the practice of providing animals with interactions that simulate their natural habitat. Learn how zoo keepers keep their animals happy and healthy.

All animals, whether companion, commercial, or captive, under the care of humans, deserve a decent life and a painless death.

California, Texas and other states have enacted tougher legislation governing the chaining and neglect of dogs.

It's hurricane season until November 30. Are you ready for your family and your pets?

The United States Humane Slaughter Act recognizes ritual slaughter according to Islamic and Jewish dietary guidelines is acceptable and humane.

A lot of laws are being mandated to control our dogs...but are they good laws or something else?

Contrary to the crazy cat lady stereotype, animal hoarders - those who collect far more animals than they are able to care for - are found among all demographic groups.

Early Day Motions provide ordinary Members of Parliament with a channel for expressing dissent, eccentric posturing or making serious proposals.

Studies have shown that organic food may be healthier for us than conventional produce. Here are some ideas on how to switch to organic produce without breaking the bank.

There are 10,000 puppy mills in the United States alone. With the growing trend of wanting to have the cutest puppy, this number could easily double by next year.

"Mom - can I get my hair dyed black?" Tips for parents on listening to teens and negotiating with teens over hair fashion styles.

The use of animals for scientific research is a controversial topic. There are, however, a number of committees involved in ensuring the ethical treatment of animals.

Teaching children about the harm plastic debris does to wildlife in the sea and giving them ways to reduce that impact is the goal of this year's Animal Action campaign.

Many health conscious people choose to buy brown eggs over white eggs. Are they really a healthier choice? Find out which egg is the best option.