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August Croft

August Croft is a writer at A-Z Animals where their primary focus is on astrology, symbolism, and gardening. August has been writing a variety of content for over 4 years and holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Theater from Southern Oregon University, which they earned in 2014. They are currently working toward a professional certification in astrology and chart reading. A resident of Oregon, August enjoys playwriting, craft beer, and cooking seasonal recipes for their friends and high school sweetheart.

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August Croft

Articles by August Croft

Controversy in the Sunshine State: Inside Florida’s Black Bear Hunt Backlash

Did Half a Million Cats Really Serve in World War I?

When Bison Become ‘Big Game’: The Survival Stakes Behind Colorado’s Controversial Draw

Why You Can Hunt Unlimited Rabbits in One State—and Almost None in Another

This Frozen Mammoth Changed What Scientists Thought About Ancient RNA

AI Collars and Cameras Could Catch Pet Health Crises Before You Do

Why This Owl’s Rescue Defied Every Rule of Construction—and Animal Rehab

Frozen Genes or Final Days? Inside the Race to Rebuild a Species

What It Really Takes for a K-9 to Ignore a Cat—and Everything Else

How a 30-Minute Therapy Dog Visit Can Transform a Child’s Hospital Stay

How Holistic Veterinary Care Helped Save My Dog’s Life

Bad Breath Signals a Hidden Battle: When Your Dog’s Mouth Turns Against Them

Why Anti-Vaxxers are Also Skeptical of Pet Vaccines

Think Rescued Foxes Go Free? Sadie and Seth’s Story Shatters the Myth

When Dogs Flip Belly-Up, What Are They Really Risking?

England’s Lobster Law: What Makes Crustaceans More Protected Than Chickens?

Think Wildlife Crossings Are Just for Deer? Colorado’s $15M Overpass Shatters the Myth

Africa’s Giants Are Losing Power: What’s Draining the Wild’s Energy?

Why ‘Largest’ Means Something Different in Indiana—And Hunters Can’t Agree

How Midwest Deer Hunting Seasons Change When You Cross State Lines

Why Drunk Bees Aren’t Allowed Back in the Hive Until They Sober Up

What Happens After an Animal Leaves the Endangered Species List?

Nature’s Tiny Scrubbers: The Invisible Reason Your Favorite Lake Stays Crystal Clear

The Biggest Animal Rights Wins of the Past Year

How to Keep Chickens Safe and Healthy During Freezing Winter Weather

When Saving a Species Doesn’t Work: Conservation Programs That Failed

Is Hunting Ethical? How Wildlife Biologists Answer This Question

The Pecking Order: How Chickens Decide Who’s Boss

Check Out This $1 Million Dog

Why Bag Limits Aren’t Just Suggestions—And What Happens If You Cross the Line

How Alaska’s Hunting Regulations Stand Apart

The Reality of Animal Testing Today

Hunting vs. Poaching: How They Differ and Why it Matters

Why You Should Let Your Dog Stop and Sniff on Your Walks

What Happens When Species Restoration Is Too Successful?

Why Search and Rescue Dogs Need Rewards, Not Heroic Motivation

How to Trim Your Cat’s Nails at Home Without Getting Scratched

I Thought Leaving Food Out Helped Wildlife But Here’s What Actually Happens

How Hunting Seasons Are Actually Set (And Why They Change Each Year)

Remembering Extinct Creatures: The Bronx Zoo’s Animal Graveyard

The Hidden Emotional Lives of Dogs: What Research Says About Joy, Fear, and Grief

Life, Love, and Lessons from a Zookeeper

How Cobras Stay Hydrated: A Look at Snake Biology

Iguanas, Sharks, Sloths, and More Gain New Protections

The Most Common Killers of Backyard Chicken Flocks (and How to Stop Them)

Common Signs Your Dog Is Going Deaf

Here’s Why I Don’t Let My Cat Outside Anymore

Why Mosquitoes Always Choose You

A Dog Bite Safety Guide with Expert Tips on Treatment and Prevention

5 Frequent Non-Check-Up Reasons Dogs Visit the Vet