Animal Welfare News
Get the scoop on news pertaining to animal issues and welfare, including animal rescue, extinction and mistreatment. Features information about charity events, initiatives, products and services that benefit animals of all kinds.
Medical Scrubs Mall Announces the Winner of Its First Ever Contest for a Brand New iPad2
Medical Scrubs Mall held a contest in which medical professionals competed to win a brand new iPad2. Voting took place on the company’s website from June 27th to August 25th, and winners were announced on August 26th. Nicole Namer from Palm View Animal Hospital in Plantation, Florida was the grand prize winner. Congratulations Nicole. - September 01, 2011 - Medical Scrubs Mall
The Animal Rescue Site Helps the Dogs of Bhutan
The Animal Rescue Site’s latest partnership with Humane Society International focuses on helping the street dogs of Bhutan. - August 26, 2011 - GreaterGood
Ocicats International & Maine Street Cat Club Are Excited to Announce They Will Have 1 of Only 4 Chinese Li Hau’s in the US on Exhibit at Their CFA Allbreed Cat Show
In addition to over 200 beautiful cats representing 42 CFA recognized breeds, Ocicats International and Maine Street Cat Club will have Jia Ji San Hu of Low Country, a Chinese Li Hau, on exhibit at the Show at the Simpsonville Recreation Center on West Curtis Street, Simpsonville SC on September 3... - August 18, 2011 - Ocicars International
Award-Winning Veterinarians Honored by Celebration Media U.S. and Talk of the Town News
Ten veterinarians across the country receive the prestigious CMUS Talk of the Town Customer Satisfaction Award for providing outstanding customer service. - August 14, 2011 - Celebration Media U.S.
MyHorse Daily Releases Free Guide on Lameness
Learn how to identify lameness in your horse. - August 11, 2011 - Equine Network, LLC
Rescue Chocolate to Donate All of Its Proceeds to Rabbit Rescue
Hop A Long Hollow has been named the August 2011 beneficiary for Rescue Chocolate, the vegan chocolate company which donates 100% of its profits to various animal rescue organizations. The rabbit rescue group, based in Norwalk, Connecticut plans to use the donation from Rescue Chocolate to further... - August 04, 2011 - Rescue Chocolate
APRL GA Protesting Buckhead Restaurant for Serving Foie Gras
APRL GA announces that this Saturday, July 30rd from 7p to 9p, approximately 15 protesters will gather outside Bistro Niko, located at 3344 Peachtree Road, Atlanta, GA, to protest foie gras—a controversial liver appetizer made by force feeding ducks. The activists are calling for a halt in... - July 30, 2011 - Animal Protection and Rights League Atlanta Chapter
New York Artist Judith Gwyn Brown Creates Fine Art Portraits of Pets for Charity
Portion of proceeds go to P.A.W.S. of the Vineyard to help island's needy animals. - July 28, 2011 - Judith Gwyn Brown
APRL GA Protesting to Remove Cruel Menu Item -- Animal Advocates Reprimand Restaurant for Fois Gras Faux Pas
APRL GA announces that this Saturday, July 23rd from 7p to 9p, approximately 15 protesters will gather outside Restaurant Eugene, located at 2277 Peachtree Road Atlanta, GA, to protest foie gras—a controversial liver appetizer made by force feeding ducks. Protest leader Rebecca Weston was... - July 24, 2011 - Animal Protection and Rights League Atlanta Chapter
North Carolina Cat Rescue Wins Second Round of $300,000 Shelter+ Challenge
In 2011, GreaterGood Network and The Animal Rescue Site will give away $300,000 in grants during Shelter+ Challenge. Halfway through the year, $150,000 already has been awarded to groups of all sizes in all 50 states, Canada, Costa Rica, and the Bahamas, with the latest grand prize going to Blind Cat Rescue in North Carolina. - June 24, 2011 - GreaterGood
Local IT Training Company Partners with Big Cat Rescue to Support and Promote Their Sanctuary
TechSherpas gives Day Tour passes to students enrolling in their IT and business skills courses. - June 23, 2011 - TechSherpas
Feral Cats Have Pets for Patriots, Freekibble and HALO to Thank For Their Next Meal
Charity inspires Freekibble to provide 10,000 meals of HALO food to feed Washington, DC feral cats. - June 04, 2011 - Pets for Patriots, Inc.
The Jerusalem SPCA to Receive Donation from Rescue Chocolate
The Jerusalem Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (JSPCA) has been named the June 2011 beneficiary for Rescue Chocolate, the kosher chocolate company which donates 100% of its profits to various animal rescue organizations. JSPCA is older than the modern state of Israel, having been... - June 02, 2011 - Rescue Chocolate
Trupanion Sees First Claim for Javelina Attack
Pet insurance provider Trupanion recently paid an unusual claim – a dog attacked by a species of wild pig. - May 30, 2011 - Trupanion
scil Relaunches scil Vet Focus 5 Hematology Analyzer
scil Proudly Features 5-Part Differential Hematology Analyzer with True Animal Specific Controls. - May 25, 2011 - scil animal care company
Historic Washington Legislation Protects Sharks
Washington Governor Signed SB 5688 into Law Today, Making the State First in the Continental U.S. to Ban Shark Fins - May 12, 2011 - COARE (The Center for Oceanic Awareness, Research, and Education)
Ulster County’s Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (UCSPCA) has been named this month's Rescue Chocolate Beneficiary.
Ulster County’s Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (UCSPCA) has been named the May 2011 beneficiary for Rescue Chocolate, the vegan chocolate company which donates 100% of its profits to various animal rescue organizations. - May 04, 2011 - Rescue Chocolate
SVACA’s Fifth Annual Adoptathon
Silicon Valley Animal Control Authority announces the Fifth Annual Adoptathon at their facility at 3370 Thomas Road, Santa Clara, CA 95054. SVACA Adoption Fees will be "Pay What You Want," during the event on Saturday May 7, 2011 11:00 am – 3:00 pm. Dog training demonstrations will also be held at 12:00 and 2:00 by DJ’s Clever Canines and Stacy’s Wag‘N’Train. - May 04, 2011 - Friends of Silicon Valley Animal Control Authority
Aperio Group Announces the First Animal Rights Portfolio Designed to Track the Broad US Equity Market
Aperio Group LLC, a financial advisory firm that manages customized portfolios for values-based investors, has announced the introduction of the Humane Equity Index Portfolio. The Humane Equity Index Portfolio, A Socially Responsive Indexing (SRI) Portfolio, seeks to match the performance of the broad equity market while excluding companies whose business practices the Best Friends Animal Society, one of the leaders in the humane treatment of animals, considers inhumane. - April 20, 2011 - Aperio Group
North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association Announces 2011 National Pet Week
“Save a Life – Adopt a Pet” Will be Theme for Awareness Event May 1-7. - April 20, 2011 - NCVMA
America’s Family Pet Expo Donates 134 Booth Spaces to Pet Adoption and Rescue Organizations
The Oldest Nonprofit Organization in the Pet Industry Positively Impacts Community by Supporting Adoption Efforts for All Kinds of Animals - April 15, 2011 - World Pet Association
Producer of “Puppy Mill” Documentary Issues Challenge to The View
Host Whoopi Goldberg’s comments outrage animal welfare activists. - April 06, 2011 - Jenesis Productions
Baby Gorilla Goes on First Spring Outing at ZSL London Zoo
Proud mum Mjukuu the gorilla, took advantage of yesterday’s spring sunshine to take her five-month-old son Tiny to explore their outdoor island for the first time. - March 31, 2011 - ZSL London Zoo
GreaterGood Network Visitors Decide on $75,000 in Grants for Petfinder.com Animal Shelters
In 2011, GreaterGood Network's The Animal Rescue Site $300,000 Shelter+ Challenge allows visitors to the website to select Petfinder.com shelters and rescue groups to receive grants to help feed and care for animals. The first round of voting, which ended March 20, gave $75,000 to 68 shelters in... - March 26, 2011 - GreaterGood
Gov. Bev Perdue Proclaims Veterinary Science Year as Part of World Veterinary Year Celebrations
Commemorative Events Will Take Place Worldwide Throughout 2011. - March 23, 2011 - NCVMA
Prom Goes to the Dogs for a Good Cause
The 2011 White Tie and Tails Doggie Prom, a fundraiser and benefit for the United Maltese Rescue, will be held on Saturday, April 2, 2011, 6-9pm. Hosted by Andrew the Great Maltese from CBS' Greatest American Dog. - March 15, 2011 - Pup 'N Iron LLC
Hollywood Actress Linda Blair & Helen Darras Need Your Charitable Contributions for an Emergency
Linda Blair, Helen Darras & the Linda Blair WorldHeart Foundation for Animal & Human Welfare need public donations to help support animal rescue efforts. - March 14, 2011 - Incorporate That Incorporated c/o Helen Darras
DBTAC Rocky Mountain ADA Center Educates Individuals and Places of Public Accommodation on the DOJ’s New Service Animal Rules
New Rules on Service Animals Go Into Effect March 15, 2011 - March 13, 2011 - Rocky Mountain ADA Center
North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association Announces High Five Grant Recipients
Three Organizations Will Qualify for a Total of $25,000 Each Over a Five-Year Period - March 13, 2011 - NCVMA
Creatures of the Abyss Now Open at the Lawrence Hall of Science
Descend to the Deepest Parts of the Ocean at the Newest Exhibition at the Lawrence Hall of Science. - March 11, 2011 - Lawrence Hall of Science
New Children’s Book by Joe Sacco Features Plight of Polar Bears Facing Melting Ice; Released by Dog Ear Publishing
Children of all ages get a thrill when they meet Dancer, a polar bear who lives in Canada in the Arctic. But he needs help because temperatures at his home aren't as cold as they used to be, and the ice is melting. Dancer Under the Lights puts the issue of global warming in terms even young children can understand and provides tips for people to help. - March 06, 2011 - Dog Ear Publishing
The Magic Bullet Fund Helps Another Dog Fight Cancer
The Magic Bullet Fund has assisted more than 100 dogs through cancer treatment. Most people are uninformed about canine cancer, treatment options and the availability of financial assistance through the Magic Bullet Fund. - March 04, 2011 - Magic Bullet Fund
Rescue Chocolate Names Egyptian Mau Rescue Organization the March 2011 Beneficiary
Egyptian Mau Rescue Organization (EMRO) has been named the March 2011 beneficiary for Rescue Chocolate, the vegan chocolate company which donates 100% of its profits to animal rescue organizations. The continuing political upheaval in the Middle East was a factor in deciding to name EMRO as the... - March 03, 2011 - Rescue Chocolate
Tiger Plans Launched at ZSL London Zoo
ZSL London Zoo launches first ever public appeal for fundraising. Plans for an ambitious tiger Conservation HQ at ZSL London Zoo will be lodged with Westminster Council at the end of this month, the Zoo announced today. - February 23, 2011 - ZSL London Zoo
ZSL London Zoo's Squirrel Monkeys Are Nuts for Each Other
Love came in the form of heart shaped bunting for ZSL London Zoo’s Bolivian squirrel monkeys today. - February 21, 2011 - ZSL London Zoo
2011 Phoenix Ferret Symposium Presented by the International Ferret Congress (IFC)
Ferret Enthusiasts will meet in Arizona to Learn the Latest in Ferret Health Care. - February 15, 2011 - International Ferret Congress
ZSL London Zoo to Open Largest Ever Penguin Pool
More than 100 penguins will flock to ZSL London Zoo this summer with the opening of England’s largest ever penguin pool. - February 11, 2011 - ZSL London Zoo
HorsesAdoptedOrGivenAway.info Website Helps Find Suitable New Homes for Unwanted or Distressed Horses
New American website helps existing and prospective horse owners find suitable new homes for unwanted or distressed horses. It also assists those who are considering adopting a horse to more fully understand the total minimum annual expenses of owning and caring for a horse; as compared to other animals, such as a cat and various-size dogs. - February 10, 2011 - Horse Rescue Haven
Rescue Organization Seeks New Legislation to End Stray Pet Overpopulation in Illinois
Gateway Pet Guardians urge residents of Illinois to sign petition for HB 240, a new legislation that will allow Trap/Neuter/Release in the state of Illinois. - February 10, 2011 - Gateway Pet Guardians
Furry Friends Rescue Has Been Named the February 2011 Beneficiary for Rescue Chocolate
Furry Friends Rescue in Freemont, California has been named the February 2011 beneficiary for Rescue Chocolate, the vegan chocolate company which donates 100% of its profits to animal rescue organizations. A different non-profit group is picked each month to receive the company’s... - February 02, 2011 - Rescue Chocolate
Horse Rescue Haven Expands Its Charitable Mission to Help Prevent Neglected and Abused Horses in America
Horse rescue non-profit charity, Horse Rescue Haven, expands its mission (beyond rescuing and caring for neglected and abused domestic horses on its Northern Nevada ranch) to include a comprehensive national preventative program to help prevent and reduce the incidence of these distressed horses, since there simply are not enough horse rescue organizations and facilities to care for the unprecedented need nationwide. - January 29, 2011 - Horse Rescue Haven
NewProductHelp.com to be at Forefront of Marketing Blitz for Crook Star Invention
Kay C., California-based inventor, has contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent her Crook Star concept to industry worldwide over the next 2 years. An innovative and groundbreaking idea sure to resonate with those who own horses, the Crook Star, has been... - January 22, 2011 - New Product Help, Inc.
DMG Productions is Proud to Announce the Development of a Special Series on "Equine Health" as Part of Their "Health Heroes" Television Program
Most of the major health problems plaguing horses today could be easily cured or prevented if there was more education out there for the Equestrian. - January 19, 2011 - DMG Productions, LLC
The Humane Society of Greater Miami is the January 2011 Beneficiary for Rescue Chocolate
The Humane Society of Greater Miami has been named the January 2011 beneficiary for Rescue Chocolate, it was announced recently. The vegan chocolate company donates 100% of its profits to various animal rescue organizations. A different non-profit group is picked as the beneficiary each month. The... - January 16, 2011 - Rescue Chocolate
Leading Crisis Exercising Provider Steelhenge Supports Recent Foot and Mouth Disease Exercise for UK Government Executive Agency Animal Health
Steelhenge provided co-ordination and management support for a major two day national Foot and Mouth Disease exercise involving Animal Health, Defra, Scottish Government, Welsh Assembly Government and several other government departments - January 05, 2011 - Steelhenge Consulting Limited
Pet Insurance Company Trupanion Offers Tips for New Pet Owners
The holidays are a popular time to bring a new pet home, so Trupanion has released a list of tips to help these new pet owners get started. - January 03, 2011 - Trupanion
"Logic," Pretty Penny Ranch’s Champion Rescue GSD, from Manic to Magical in Twelve Months
Incentive based dog training turned "Logic," an uncontrollable rescue dog, into a beloved family member. Logic openly and routinely attacked all other dogs, people and animals, and failed two years of traditional obedience training. Aggressive, high drive, working class dogs are almost always trainable once boundaries, sense of purpose and rewards are established consistently. - December 29, 2010 - Pretty Penny Ranch
Trupanion Explains Pricing and Value Proposition
Pet insurance company Trupanion today released information about how the company’s core values support their pricing structure. Simply put, the value of any insurance is the percentage of premiums that are paid back in claims. Trupanion currently pays out more than 70% in premiums, with a... - December 15, 2010 - Trupanion
In-Home Pet Hospice Comes to Northeast Ohio
Rainbow Bridge Pet Hospice and Senior Care is offering professional in-home services to regions in Northeast Ohio. Based in Chagrin Falls, the mobile pet hospice will treat elderly and frail four-legged patients in eastern Cleveland suburbs, Geauga, Lake, Portage and Summit counties. During a... - December 10, 2010 - Rainbow Bow Bridge Pet Hospice and Senior Care
A Sweet Deal for Austin Pets Alive!
Austin Pets Alive! has been named the December 2010 beneficiary for Rescue Chocolate, the vegan chocolate company which donates 100% of its profits to various animal rescue organizations. Since its founding in June 2008, the Austin animal group has saved 5,859 dogs and cats and has facilitated... - November 29, 2010 - Rescue Chocolate