animal cruelty
An Indian Man Is Killed by His Own Rooster in Cockfight
The unusual death of a man impaled by his own rooster has drawn attention to illegal cockfighting in India.
The Next Pandemic Could Come From an American Factory Farm
"If you have several thousand hogs packed in together and they're all genetically largely the same, that selects for the most virulent pathogens."
2 Cops Fired After Allegedly Beating Multiple Porcupines to Death
One officer said her colleague "not only chased the animal in the woods to kill it, but returned with a smile on his face and appeared as though he enjoyed it."
5,000 Pets Found Dead Inside Delivery Boxes in China
They included cats, dogs, guinea pigs, and rabbits transported for express delivery.
Image of Woman Holding Drugged Tiger’s Testicles at Thai Zoo Prompts Backlash
The photo is yet another case of big cats in captivity being mistreated for the sake of tourism.
You Can Now Swim with Robot Dolphins to Save the Real Ones from Captivity
An animatronic dolphin created by a special effects company is a step towards solving the ethical issue of keeping wildlife in caged spaces.
These Pigeons in Singapore Were Found With Blowgun Darts in Their Bodies
An animal rescue group is now actively looking for those behind the attack.
Chinese Theme Park Under Fire for Forcing a Pig to Go Bungee Jumping
The pig was tied up and thrown off a 68-metre-high platform as a laughing crowd watched.
China Gets Backlash for Using Live Pigs in Cruel Car ‘Crash Tests’
The immature pigs were used to “mimic” six-year-old kids.
Restaurant Successfully Shamed Into Removing Claw Machine Game With Live Lobsters
Despite public outcry over these machines, there are still hundreds in operation across the globe.
Cafe in China Faces Backlash After Dyeing Dogs to Look Like Pandas
They’re cute but the dye can damage the dogs’ skin and fur.
Indonesia’s Forgotten History: A Gladiator Duel Between Man And Lion
Over half a century ago, Indonesia’s largest football stadium became a colosseum showcasing an equally ancient spectacle.