The first national legislation in the world to penalize cruelty to animals received Royal Assent July 22, 1822 in England.

Jan 4, 2009 - Kathleen Airdrie

How a society treats its animals gives an idea of how it will deal with its human members. Animal rights began with those who cared about human rights too.

Apr 5, 2012 - Margaret Jones

"When emotion enters the door, good sense often flies out the window." We love our pets, but loving them means obeying the law that governs them.

Dec 10, 2011 - Mary Purpari

2007 was full of big news stories that involved animals; from Michael Vick to the pet food recall. 2007 kept the heads spinning of pet owners and animal lovers alike.

Jan 10, 2008 - Charla Dawson

Sometimes a crime is so heinous that it calls for new laws to punish similar acts in the future. In these cases, the law is often named after the victim.

Aug 26, 2010 - Christopher Minster

Target's story is one of the saddest dog stories ever, and her demise is even more harrowing when considering how incredibly senseless and preventable.

Mar 26, 2011 - Valerie Modreski

'Rehabilitating dogs and training people' is Cesar Millan's job description which has created his lucrative American future.

Aug 6, 2011 - Maggie Harries

A variety of conditions can cause PTSD in dogs as well as in humans.

Dec 25, 2010 - Diane Evans

The American Pit Bull Terrier is an old breed currently associated with violence and fear. The breed is rooted in history for good reason.

Dec 2, 2009 - Jeri Schott

Are some children simply "born bad"? This article explores whether the condition is caused by environmental or genetic factors and displays a list of behavior signs.

Mar 14, 2010 - Vickie Britton

Some crimes have consequences far beyond those for the ones directly involved. Here are five crimes that had a profound effect on American society.

Aug 21, 2010 - Christopher Minster

While much is still unknown about dogfighting, authorities and organizations are uncovering much about its structure, trends, and unfortunate victims.

Aug 11, 2010 - Jonathan Coe

The spooky black cat may be the most common example of a witch's familiar. But neo-Pagans say their familiars offer emotional support and physical healing.

Sep 13, 2010 - Joy Richardson

Human medications are the most common poisons for dogs and cats. Insecticides, people foods, rat poisons and plants are also commonly encountered in pet poisonings.

Apr 8, 2009 - Lorie Huston

Three more bears have been rescued from the illegal practice of bear baiting in Pakistan. The bears have been transported to the Balkasar Sanctuary.

Feb 13, 2011 - Giovanna De Gennaro

Between 1.5 and 2 million pets are stolen every year, and only 10% are returned to their owners.

Aug 27, 2008 - Jennifer Copley

The Rip is a wonderful collection of short stories set on the Australian coastline that look at lives changed in an instant by dramatic events.

Mar 17, 2011 - Vicki Sly

Despite almost universal praise for his best works, Hellman is not well known - though with last year's DVD release of Two Lane Blacktop this may be about to change.

Feb 10, 2010 - Richard Walsh

A woman addicted to an online game was given probation after admitting neglecting her three children and allowing her two dogs to starve to death.

Sep 13, 2010 - Arthur Weinreb

Giulio Questi's psychedelic collage of grotesque cruelty has clear World War Two overtones, as Tomas Milian portrays a Christ-like Stranger in Hell...

Dec 15, 2010 - Zack Wilson