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🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Little and round mischievous one is waiting for love and tenderness: must reclaim the lost childhood from the street

A friendly and playful 1.5-year-old cat named KielytÄ— seeks a loving home after a tough upbringing on the streets.

Mar 1 • 15:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Motorcyclist dies after hitting loose horse on highway in SP; animal also died

A 25-year-old motorcyclist died after hitting a loose horse on the Padre Manoel da Nóbrega Highway in Peruíbe, SP, which also resulted in the death of the horse.

Mar 1 • 15:29 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
World

A Woman is Barely Worthy of Being Considered a Living Being in Afghanistan – New Law Permits Nearly All Forms of Violence

A new Taliban law in Afghanistan effectively endorses violence against women while imposing stricter penalties for animal cruelty.

Mar 1 • 14:56 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Alligator about 1.5 meters long found by residents near lagoon in Greater Fortaleza

A 1.5-meter alligator was found by residents in Itaitinga, Brazil, and has since been taken to the Wild Animal Screening Center for evaluation before potential release.

Mar 1 • 13:51 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Nature and Environment: Orphaned Martens Seek Territory

Melanie Schönberger has dedicated the last five years to caring for orphaned marten cubs, providing essential help for those left vulnerable by unfortunate circumstances.

Mar 1 • 12:42 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Penalties for Animal Abuse Will Increase, New Rules Could Be in Effect as Early as Next January

Czechia plans to implement stricter penalties for animal abuse starting next January.

Mar 1 • 12:36 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

It Starts with a Creature: Sending Abusers to Prison is Beneficial for Society

The article discusses the societal benefits of incarcerating animal abusers.

Mar 1 • 12:07 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

Two mini kangaroos have escaped from their enclosure

Two mini kangaroos have escaped from their enclosure in Løgtved, Denmark, and have not yet been found.

Mar 1 • 12:04 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Life & Tech

Seven Clear Signs That You Are the Most Important Person in Your Cat's Eyes

The article outlines seven signs that indicate how much your cat values you as their owner.

Mar 1 • 11:28 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Beljan and Bertolli

The article discusses Iceland's decision to switch from expensive butter to Bertolli spread in hospitals, while also criticizing the treatment of dairy cows in the country.

Mar 1 • 11:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The Taliban horror is law. Broken bones for women? It's worse to hit dogs

A new penal code in Afghanistan codifies severe punishments for women, far less severe for animal abuse, reflecting the Taliban's repressive regime.

Mar 1 • 11:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

'I adopted oldest dog in the shelter and can't believe what happened next'

Olivia Hodgson adopted an 11-year-old Labrador named Oscar from Thornberry Animal Sanctuary and was pleasantly surprised at the joyful life they shared beyond her initial expectations.

Mar 1 • 10:05 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Two friendly and active white rats are eager to climb on hands, but not just anyone

A Lithuanian exotic animal shelter highlights the adoption of two friendly white rats that must be homed together, emphasizing the importance of trust and understanding their needs.

Mar 1 • 09:15 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

'Life worth 7,000 won' before putting it in the cart [Jung Jin-a's different but together]

The article discusses the ethical implications of the low price of small animals like hamsters in South Korean supermarkets, reflecting society's valuation of life.

Mar 1 • 08:44 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

The United States is using 2,000 rats administered paracetamol to reduce invasive snakes in forests and protect wildlife and the electrical grid

The U.S. is employing a controversial method on Guam utilizing 2,000 rats to control the invasive brown tree snake, which threatens local bird populations and infrastructure.

Mar 1 • 08:39 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Illegal XL bully eats man’s body in horrifying attack at friend's house

An illegal XL bully that fatally attacked its owner in a gruesome incident is now set to be euthanized following a court order.

Mar 1 • 08:32 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'They are Alice': the legacy of the veterinarian graduate who died at a concert and left more than 20 dogs for her family

Alice Moraes' legacy as a veterinary graduate lives on through the care of over 20 dogs left by her family following her tragic death at a concert.

Mar 1 • 08:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

A New Beginning for Tootsi Wanderer: Baron is Looking for a Home Where He Can Be Appreciated

A three-year-old dog named Baron, currently in a shelter in Pärnu, is seeking a forever home where he can thrive with support and guidance.

Mar 1 • 05:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Wandering in the street when found in critical condition: "His skin was raw meat"

An abandoned dog suffering from severe mange was rescued from the streets in Arkansas.

Mar 1 • 03:10 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Beachgoers mesmerised by 1,100kg bull taking a stroll

Bruce the Brahman bull, a beloved local pet and advocate for his breed, is attracting attention at a beach in Albany, Western Australia.

Feb 28 • 23:03 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Student adopts community dog after shots fired at the animal in SP

A student adopted a stray dog named 'Berrante' after it was shot at in Ituverava, SP, leading to the arrest of a licensed gun owner.

Feb 28 • 22:14 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

400 wild boars to be culled. The district chief appeals for "respecting the decision," residents outraged

The district chief of Otwock has announced a controversial plan to cull 400 wild boars to manage their growing population, sparking outrage among local residents.

Feb 28 • 20:28 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

A musical about wild animals that end up in the city is performed in Pärnu

A musical called 'City Animal' featuring nearly a hundred young performers from various Pärnu schools will be staged at the Endla Theatre, depicting wild animals that have wandered into the city.

Feb 28 • 19:27 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
Life & Tech

What tenderness did Punch the monkey tap into?

The article discusses the emotional impact of Punch the monkey's lonely plight and how it resonated with people seeking solace amid global distress.

Feb 28 • 18:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Monster who gouged out cat's eyes and left pet on doorstep being hunted by cops

Police are searching for a suspect who gruesomely mutilated a cat and abandoned its body on a doorstep in southeast London.

Feb 28 • 17:55 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Crime & Justice

Farmer Acquitted of Charges of Rape of a Pig – Judge Explained His Decision

Farmer Bradley O'Reilly was acquitted of zoophilia charges after the court deemed the evidence obtained by animal rights activists as illegally collected.

Feb 28 • 17:36 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Containment is installed in an attempt to capture capybaras hurt by metal rings in Itapetininga

The city of Itapetininga has set up a containment structure to catch capybaras injured by metallic rings placed around their bodies due to illegal capture attempts.

Feb 28 • 17:25 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Have you done yoga with horses?: this practice that regulates the nervous system takes place on a beach in Ecuador

A veterinary student has created a unique practice called equinoyoga, combining yoga with the presence of horses to promote both animal and human well-being on an Ecuadorian beach.

Feb 28 • 16:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

ARMAS KLÕPS ⟩ "Someone's dear friend has gotten lost." Cattle wandering in Lääne-Harju parish

A cow has escaped in Lääne-Harju parish, prompting the local authorities to encourage its owner to bring it back home.

Feb 28 • 16:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Two jaguars found dead on MT-560; see video

Two jaguars were discovered dead alongside the MT-560 road in Brazil, suspected to have been hit by a vehicle, as reported by a local engineer who witnessed the scene.

Feb 28 • 13:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Kitten adoption campaign takes place in Aracaju this Saturday

A responsible kitten adoption campaign will be held in Aracaju, Brazil, on Saturday, featuring about 20 cats available for adoption.

Feb 28 • 12:33 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Ibama seizes 'communal' monkey known as Mochila in RS; entity explains risks of domestication

The Brazilian environmental agency Ibama seized a 'communal' monkey named Mochila in São Francisco de Assis, sparking protests from locals who regarded the animal as a city mascot.

Feb 28 • 12:21 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

"I don't know how we would do it." Eight municipalities describe their stance on the mandatory castration of stray cats

Municipalities in Czechia express concerns and considerations regarding a proposal for mandatory castration of stray cats to tackle their overpopulation and health issues.

Feb 28 • 11:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

From inhalation to 'brigadeiro' with medication: Bauru Zoo shows routine care for elderly animals

The Bauru Zoo in Brazil ensures elderly animal residents receive comprehensive care, involving preventive exams and medication hidden in food for their comfort and well-being.

Feb 28 • 11:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Firefighters in Zlín Region Rescued a Fawn Stuck in a Metal Gate

Firefighters in the Zlín region of Czechia rescued a fawn that was caught in a metal gate.

Feb 28 • 08:08 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Turkish player says he was treated like a hero after saving seagull: 'I was surprised'

Turkish amateur football player Gani Catan has gained international attention after performing CPR on a seagull that was injured during a match.

Feb 28 • 08:01 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

ANIMAL KINGDOM ⟩ Polar bears frolicked heartily on Estonia's birthday

On Estonia's birthday, polar bears Imaq and Inuk put on a playful display both in the water and on land.

Feb 28 • 06:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Drastic treatment of animals. Dozens of severed deer heads lie in the forest

The article discusses the drastic treatment of animals, highlighting the disturbing discovery of severed deer heads found in a Czech forest.

Feb 28 • 05:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

The monkey 'Punch' is right-wing

The article discusses the emotional response elicited by a traumatized macaque named Punch in a Japanese zoo, suggesting that this sentiment reflects a generalized reactionary mentality.

Feb 28 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Other 'Punches' Who Have Had to Learn to Live Without Their Mothers

The article discusses how young primates, separated from their mothers due to illegal trafficking or rejection at birth, require immediate socialization to integrate into groups.

Feb 28 • 04:30 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

We give everything we earn to the cats. Vigda and Andis care for 12 rescued mouse hunters in Saulkrasti

Vigda and Andis are dedicated animal rescuers in Saulkrasti, Latvia, who care for abandoned cats, especially during the harsh winter months when the number of strays increases.

Feb 28 • 04:15 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

The absence of skull fractures does not rule out aggression in the case of the dog Orelha, specialists say

Experts indicate that the lack of skull fractures in the case of the dog Orelha does not exclude the possibility of aggression; the cause of death remains unclear.

Feb 28 • 00:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Businessman presents himself to police and says he shot at a dog in Ituverava to move it from the median due to cars

A businessman in Ituverava, Brazil, has surrendered to the police after allegedly firing a shot towards a community dog to move it from a busy area.

Feb 27 • 23:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Driver hits dog and leaves without assisting in Icoaraci

A dog was killed by a driver who did not stop to help after the incident in Icoaraci, Brazil.

Feb 27 • 22:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

VIDEO: man taken to police station after killing and eating pigeon in public square in MT

A man has been arrested in Brazil for killing and eating a pigeon in a public square, sparking outrage on social media.

Feb 27 • 21:03 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Two pit bulls in abusive situation rescued from home in Natal

Two pit bulls were rescued from a house in Natal, Brazil, after being found malnourished and dehydrated.

Feb 27 • 19:57 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man arrested for suspected animal abuse and firearm possession in Piraí

A 69-year-old man was apprehended in Piraí, Brazil, on suspicion of animal abuse and possession of a firearm.

Feb 27 • 19:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Government announces transfer of 27 horses from Fernando de Noronha to Recife after deaths and allegations of mistreatment

The local government of Fernando de Noronha has announced the transfer of 27 neglected horses to Recife following recent deaths and reports of mistreatment.

Feb 27 • 18:35 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Urges veterinarians: Post your prices on your websites – now

Swedish vets are being urged to publish their pricing online due to soaring costs of animal care that have left pet owners with little power over pricing.

Feb 27 • 18:14 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

San Isidro: man accused of stealing more than 300 domestic cats and throwing them into an empty lot in the area

In San Isidro, residents report that a man has stolen over 300 cats and abandoned them in a vacant lot.

Feb 27 • 17:15 UTC

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