An Australian zoologist has called for the gradual elimination of pet cats in Australia, arguing that domestic and feral cats are causing devastating losses to the country's unique native wildlife. The proposal has sparked widespread debate among conservationists, scientists and millions of Australian pet owners. Dr. Antone Martinho-Truswell of the University of Sydney … [Read more...] about Call for a complete ban on cats in Australia by making it illegal to even own one
Shirtless Man Banned From Keeping Animals After CCTV Captures Dog Being Thrown Over Six-Foot Fence
A man has been banned from keeping animals for 10 years after CCTV footage captured him grabbing a small dog by the head and throwing it over a six-foot fence in an incident that prompted an RSPCA investigation. The case, heard at Bristol Magistrates' Court, also resulted in his partner receiving a five-year ban from keeping dogs after both admitted offences under animal … [Read more...] about Shirtless Man Banned From Keeping Animals After CCTV Captures Dog Being Thrown Over Six-Foot Fence
Woman Avoids Jail After Puppy Abuse Captured on Camera in Perth
A Perth woman has avoided immediate imprisonment after being convicted of animal cruelty over the abuse of a one-year-old puppy that was seen struggling and choking in the backyard of a suburban home. RSPCA WA said the incident happened in Beckenham on 13 October last year after a passerby witnessed the dog, named Roxy, tied to a carport pole with a rope around her neck. The … [Read more...] about Woman Avoids Jail After Puppy Abuse Captured on Camera in Perth
Model Found Dead Holding Her Dog as Venezuela Earthquake Death Toll Rises
The body of a 25-year-old model has been recovered from the rubble of a collapsed apartment building in Venezuela after the powerful earthquakes that devastated parts of the country, leaving thousands dead and many more still missing. Oriana Ustariz, who had recently graduated with a degree in physiotherapy, was found during search operations at the Moisés residential … [Read more...] about Model Found Dead Holding Her Dog as Venezuela Earthquake Death Toll Rises
Australian authorities ask fans to respect the space of celebrity elephant seal Neil
Australian wildlife officials are urging the public to give a popular elephant seal known as Neil the space he needs after his growing fame attracted large crowds and increased concerns about human-wildlife interactions. Neil, a five-year-old southern elephant seal weighing around 1,000 kilograms (2,200 pounds), has become an unlikely celebrity in the island state of … [Read more...] about Australian authorities ask fans to respect the space of celebrity elephant seal Neil