An emaciated three-year-old female dog was discovered abandoned inside a container outside an animal shelter, her body bearing unmistakable signs of prolonged abuse. She was severely underweight, covered in both fresh and healed wounds, and suffering from a dramatically swollen head. The injuries made one grim reality clear: this gentle dog had been used as a bait dog in … [Read more...] about Bait Dog Dumped In Container At Shelter
Animal Welfare
Fox seen chased by hound during trail hunt in Cotswold village
Footage recorded in a quiet Cotswold village has reignited concerns that illegal fox hunting may still be taking place, despite a nationwide ban introduced two decades ago. The video shows a hunt hound appearing to pursue a fox through the village of Icomb, near Stow-on-the-Wold in Gloucestershire. The incident occurred on Tuesday, December 16, and has since been reported to … [Read more...] about Fox seen chased by hound during trail hunt in Cotswold village
Pregnant rescue dog gives birth to a litter of “baby cows”
Pregnancy is often described as one of life’s most extraordinary experiences—but it can also bring stress, uncertainty, and challenges. That reality applies not only to humans, but to animals as well. For one rescued golden retriever, however, compassion arrived just in time. When Rosie, a gentle golden retriever mix, was brought to Neuse River Golden Retriever Rescue, … [Read more...] about Pregnant rescue dog gives birth to a litter of “baby cows”
Why Cats Choose to Sleep With Their Humans: A Behavioral Explanation
If you share your home with a cat, you’ve likely noticed how quickly they settle beside you the moment you lie down. This behavior is not random, nor is it simply about comfort. When a cat chooses to sleep with a human, it reflects a complex interaction between instinct, emotional attachment, and perceived safety. Sleeping next to their human is a meaningful behavior deeply … [Read more...] about Why Cats Choose to Sleep With Their Humans: A Behavioral Explanation
Bear Caesar: From Bile Farm Torture to Freedom — and the Cost of Survival
Bears are among the most intelligent mammals on Earth. Scientific studies on American black bears have demonstrated advanced cognitive abilities, including basic counting and problem-solving skills. Despite this, thousands of bears around the world have endured extreme confinement and physical abuse for commercial exploitation. Few cases illustrate this cruelty more clearly … [Read more...] about Bear Caesar: From Bile Farm Torture to Freedom — and the Cost of Survival