#animal-welfare

#animal-welfare

In a 2024 study by the Food Animal Concerns Trust (FACT), Dairy Queen received a failing score - or "F" rating - for lack of transparency about its animal welfare standards and use of antibiotics in its beef, as well as for numerous customer complaints about burger quality. As FACT explains, "superbugs" are dangerous, antibiotic-resistant bacteria that affect livestock, leading to unhealthy, subpar quality meat.

India's top court has ordered the sterilisation of all stray dogs in the capital after an increase in bite cases. But the ruling has prompted broader debate: Does India even know how many strays it has? India's Supreme Court in early August issued a dramatic order calling for the removal of all stray dogs from the streets of the national capital, prompting outrage from animal rights activists.

But what surprised her, she said, was how the change in diet affected her health. Previously, she used a daily asthma inhaler and "had allergy shots twice a week." "I was taking antibiotics three times a year, at least, for bronchitis. I had acne. I had all these things that are, like, normal in our society," Silverstone said. Once she went vegan, "all of that went away," Silverstone said.

"They had been sleeping outside in the child's playhouse, so they weren't in the home, so [the family] couldn't manage it, and then they were brought here for us to take them in," said Suzanne McGovern, DSPCA director of operations.

Changes to policy at Oakland Animal Services involve managing a 95% increase in animal intakes by keeping free-roaming cats in their areas, reducing shelter stay times for strays, and waiving certain fees. Volunteers are concerned about the lack of public input.

Workers at Somerby Top Farm reportedly hit pigs with boards, paddles, and fists, deliberately targeting areas such as snouts and eyes. Welfare checks often ignored visible injuries and suffering, with one inspection of 1,000 pigs lasting just 90 seconds.

A woman was arrested after attempting to take a 10-month-old baby from his stroller near Aquatic Park, according to police reports.

Haddix, who ran a primate facility in Festus, pleaded guilty in March to perjury and obstructing justice, related to the treatment of the chimp, Tonka.

Killing healthy animals and feeding pets to zoo residents raises serious scientific and ethical questions, demonstrating that zoos often view animals as disposable or surplus objects.

"I'm not talking about a little blue, I'm talking about neon blue, blueberry blue."

An undercover investigation has revealed shops across England selling cruel glue traps that misinform customers on illegal usage. Pet cats, hedgehogs, and wild birds have been accidentally caught.

Violeta, an 18-month-old Mexican spider monkey, was poached and smuggled into California. Handlers at the Oakland Zoo are teaching her essential monkey behaviors.

When animals thrive, we all do. A sustainable future is shaped by how we treat animals, highlighting the ethical, environmental, and scientific impacts of animal welfare.

Oakland Animal Services, despite budget cuts, continues to provide refuge for homeless animals. The City Council recently allowed the shelter to turn away rescued animals.

Animal Care Centers of NYC reports a record high of over 1,000 animals in its care, prompting a suspension of new intake for dogs and cats.

The restaurant Wanhui in Taiyuan offers a four-course menu for 1,192 yuan, including time with lion cubs and other exotic animals. Photos show customers cuddling with the cubs and providing guides for safety.

Customs officials in Germany seized approximately 1,500 young tarantulas hidden inside chocolate sponge cake boxes shipped from Vietnam to Cologne Bonn airport. The discovery was made after officials noticed a 'noticeable smell' that was not consistent with the confectionery treats.

Campaigners have reported that Labour has failed to implement promised animal welfare policies in its first year, including bans on hunting trophies and foie gras.