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10 Animal Sanctuaries That are Doing Amazing Work
More than 1,500 animal sanctuaries operate throughout the U.S., each providing its inhabitants with unique, individualized care and a forever…
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These Well-Respected U.S. Animal Rescue Groups are Doing Amazing Work
Over 4,000 animal shelters exist throughout the U.S. While many shelters have facilities to house and care for animals, they…
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Our Favorite Animal Influencers of the Moment
While animal influencers gained prominence on social media nearly a decade ago, they continue to play an essential role in…
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Here’s Where You’ll Find the Cutest Animals on the Internet
Whether it’s a pet acting silly or a wild animal engaging in the most endearing interactions, animals provide engaging and…
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New Study Finds This Bodily Function is Contagious Among Chimps
In a recent study by Kyoto University in Japan, researchers found that primates engage in socially contagious urination behaviors. Chimpanzees…
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Hippo Attacks Three Suspected Poachers in National Park, Leaving One Dead
Three suspected poachers broke into Kruger National Park in South Africa at nightfall, but only two made it out of…
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Elephants Not Allowed to Petition for Release in the U.S. Due to Non-Human Status
Outrage erupted among animal welfare activists after Colorado courts ruled that five captive elephants could not petition for release. An…
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Canada Sends 15 Wolves to be Released in Colorado to Revitalize Populations
This week, more wolves were released in Colorado as part of an initiative to reintroduce the species to the state.…
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Total Cat Chaos: Couple to Release Over a Dozen Felines into NYC Streets on Thursday
The Animal Project NYC is being challenged with a near-impossible task this week, attempting to find homes for more than…
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What Caused More Than 400 Sea Turtles to Wash Ashore in India
Hundreds of dead, vulnerable sea turtles washed up on South Asian beaches last week near the city of Chennai, India.…
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Watch An Incredible Act of Heroism as Local Man Rescues Dog from Icy Vermont River
A Vermont man trekked into an icy river to save a drowning dog last Friday. Chris MacRitchie first noticed the…
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The U.S. Ban That Takes Effect in 2026 & What You Need to Know
The U.S. will no longer allow the import of seafood linked to the bycatch of marine mammals. Each year, over…
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First Human Bird Flu Death Reported in This Southern State
Bird flu continues to affect animal species everywhere, including a Chilean flamingo and a harbor seal at Lincoln Park Zoo…
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Third Annual Great American Rescue Bowl Highlights Animal Homelessness on Super Bowl Sunday
Great American Family and North Shore Animal League America announce the third annual Great American Rescue Bowl. This two-hour television…
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The Latest Whale Species Facing Extinction and What’s NOT Being Done to Help
The U.S. federal government has rescinded its proposal to strengthen regulations on boat speeds along the East Coast. Fewer vessels…
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National Geographic Releases Four New Expeditions to See Unbelieveable Wildlife
National Geographic announces four new Signature Land Expeditions. The trips include expeditions to Australia, Portugal and the Azores, Sri Lanka,…
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Why Manatees are Congregating Around Power Plants
A drop in coastal water temperatures in Florida due to a recent polar vortex has caused manatees to search for…
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Watch as Animal Control Wrestles a Coyote from Underneath a Mountain of Artisan Cheese
A coyote was found trapped in a Chicago grocery store on Monday morning. It was first spotted in an ALDI…
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RIP, Caitlyn the Dog, a Canine Trailblazer
Caitlyn the dog passed away Sunday after being diagnosed with cancer 10 years after making national headlines for a horrific…
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Baby Gorilla Found on Turkish Airlines Flight, Recuperates in Istanbul Before Returning Home
Last month, a juvenile gorilla was found onboard a Turkish Airlines flight from Nigeria to Thailand. Officials believe the gorilla…
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L.A. Animal Rescues Taking in Hundreds of Injured and Burned Animals
Rescues and animal hospitals in Los Angeles are overwhelmed with injured pets during the city’s intense wildfires. Animal welfare groups…
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Gray Wolf Protections Remain Intact as U.S. Denies Request to Weaken Sanctions
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has denied a request to weaken sanctions on the protection of gray wolves in…
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See Tigers, Pandas, and Other Animals Romp in the Snow at the National Zoo
Snowfall earlier this week closed the doors to visitors at the Smithsonian National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute. However, the…
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How You Can Help Animals Displaced by California Wildfires
A Quarter of Freshwater Species Threatened with Extinction, New Study Finds A new study discovered that nearly a quarter of…
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A New Study Discovers a Mind-Blowing Fact About Leopards
Farms Across the U.K. Accepting Christmas Tree Donations to Feed Animals An animal park in the United Kingdom is requesting…
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“Blob-headed” Fish and Amphibious Mouse Among 27 New Species Discovered in Peru
“New Year, New Deng”: Newborn Pygmy Hippo Named at Richmond Zoo Internet star and baby pygmy hippo Moo Deng has…
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State of Montana Sues Yellowstone and More Animal News
Spanish College Student Killed in Elephant Attack While Studying Abroad A young Spanish tourist was killed at an elephant center…
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Tahlequah Loses Second Orca Calf and We’re All Mourning With Her
Six years ago, a killer whale named Tahlequah carried her dead baby’s carcass for over 1,000 miles for over two…
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Show Goat Murdered by Owner’s Jealous Rival
Pet Octopus Goes Viral After Giving Birth to Dozens of Babies A 9-year-old boy in Edmond, Oklahoma, might be the…
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Check Out This Dog Breed Now Officially Recognized by the American Kennel Club
Endangered Snail Species Risks Extinction Due to Lithium Mine Construction Construction for the country’s largest lithium mine is underway in…
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Raccoon Attacks Infant in Idaho Home and Other Animal News
Giant Interactive Sculpture Donated to the Center for Great Apes After its debut at Miami Art Week 2024, a sculpture…
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A New Law Protects Two Beloved Species From Being Held in Captivity
Bumble Bee Joins Endangered Species List Suckley’s cuckoo bumble bee may be classified as endangered under the Endangered Species Act…
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How Sea Otters are Being Used to Combat an Invasive Crab Issue and Other Animal News
Sea Otters Solve Invasive Green Crab Problem in California Invasive European green crabs have plagued the West Coast for years,…
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Tahlequah Birthed a Rainbow Baby and Other Animal News
Famous Killer Whale Births Another Calf Famous orca Tahlequah just gave birth to her second calf within the last four…
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Controversy Erupts Over Scottish Travel Agency’s Reindeer Hunting Trips for Christmas
Owner Sentenced After Giving Pet Dog Fentanyl and Killing It Jonathan Paluzzi of Massachusetts and owner of a bull-terrier mix…
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This Menacing Insect Has Been Eliminated from U.S. Soil
Illegally Owned Spider Monkey Escapes Owner and Loiters Around Texas Neighborhood A spider monkey was caught running around a San…
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America’s Favorite Pet Can Win $10,000
License Plate Purchases in Australia Donate $50k to Koala Conservation Since their introduction, South Australian license plates have raised over…
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Another Marine-Based Attraction to Close for Good — and More Animal News
Police Officer Hits and Kills Mountain Lion with Car, Poses for Picture with Corpse Afterward A police officer is being…
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More Than 50 New Animal Species Discovered in Southeast Asia
Owner Killed by 3 Dogs in San Diego Three dogs attacked their owner at Mesa Viking Park in San Diego…
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Arizona Zoo Animals Test Positive for Bird Flu and Other Animal News
Animals at Arizona Zoo Test Positive for Bird Flu Five animals died after exposure to bird flu at Arizona’s Wildlife…
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Orangutans Escape Rehab Facility After Landslide & Other Animal News
Humpback Whale Breaks Migration Record, Traveling 8,000 Miles While humpback whales record the longest migrations of any mammal, one particular…
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This Dangerous Pet Procedure is Now Banned in One Illinois City
New Zealand Debates Ban on Greyhound Racing New Zealand moves toward banning greyhound racing in 2026 after injury and fatality…
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Alleged Bearded Dragon Abuse by PetSmart Supplier
New Study Finds that U.S. Border Wall May Interfere with Animals’ Migration Patterns A new study by the Caesar Kleberg…
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World’s Oldest Bird, 74 Years Old, Lays Its First Egg in 4 Years
Venomous Snakes Burrow Underground During Winter When temperatures begin to fall, several animals enter a hibernation period. During this time,…
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Europe Facing Giant Murder Hornet Invasion
Massive Kentucky Fire Kills More Than 100 Animals A fire in Danville, Kentucky, killed approximately 100 chickens and other farm…
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Why You Shouldn’t Purchase Puppies From Pet Stores This Holiday Season & Other Animal News
Chronic Wasting Disease Identified in British Columbia Deer Carcasses Four deer carcasses with chronic wasting disease (CWD), also known as…
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Rarest Whale Focus of New Study
Thailand Sends Nearly 1,000 Endangered Tortoises and Lemurs from Trafficking Ring Back to Madagascar Thai police found 1,117 animals being…
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New Study Reveals Climate Change May Affect Immune Performance
More Americans are Buying Pet Supplements, According to Market Growth Due to increased pet sales and health awareness, the pet…
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Deadly (and Illegal) Sea Turtle Stew Kills 3
Adorable Pig Cheers Up Residents at Senior Home Every Day When maintenance manager Brett Martin at Good Samaritan Society senior…
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African Elephant Reunited With Her Sisters After More Than a Decade Apart
Essential New Research from Texas A&M New research has surfaced detailing the vital role of older animals in maintaining species…