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πŸ‡±πŸ‡Ή Lrytas
National & Local

In America - a shower of top awards for "Tauro Kennel" dogs and breeder Janita J. Plunge

Lithuanian breeder Janita J. Plunge received top honors for her dogs at a prestigious national dog show in the USA.

Mar 20 β€’ 17:35 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡Ή Lrytas
Crime & Justice

The star of the cult series 'Baywatch' has been arrested: what happened was revealed

An actress associated with the series 'Baywatch' was arrested during a protest against a dog breeding facility in Wisconsin.

Mar 18 β€’ 09:53 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Baywatch icon arrested after 'helping free 31 beagles from facility'

Actress Alexandra Paul was arrested along with 20 others for allegedly attempting to rescue beagles from a dog breeding facility in Wisconsin.

Mar 17 β€’ 19:49 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

About 80 dogs are rescued from an illegal kennel in ParanΓ‘ and a veterinarian is arrested for mistreatment

About 80 dogs were rescued from a clandestine kennel in Curitiba, Brazil, where a veterinarian was arrested for animal mistreatment.

Mar 17 β€’ 18:11 UTC
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Fox News
National & Local

'Baywatch' star Alexandra Paul arrested after allegedly stealing beagles in Wisconsin raid

Actress Alexandra Paul was arrested during an animal rights protest for attempting to rescue beagles from a breeding facility in Wisconsin.

Mar 17 β€’ 15:38 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡° Politiken
National & Local

The Social Democrats want to 'significantly' reduce pig exports

The Social Democrats in Denmark propose measures to drastically lower pig exports and improve conditions for pigs, including regulations on breeding and transportation.

Mar 16 β€’ 19:58 UTC
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡Ώ Novinky.cz
National & Local

A female Irish setter gave birth to a record 17 puppies in one litter

A female Irish setter has set a record by giving birth to 17 puppies in a single litter.

Mar 16 β€’ 09:54 UTC
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡Ώ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Veterinarians transported 150 small dogs from a breeding facility in PΕ™Γ­bram

Veterinarians have rescued 150 small dogs from a breeding facility in PΕ™Γ­bram, Czechia.

Mar 13 β€’ 18:45 UTC
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡Ώ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Dutchman fined ten thousand for his dog having puppies too often

A Dutch man received a fine due to his dog giving birth to puppies too frequently.

Mar 5 β€’ 15:01 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ El Mundo
National & Local

Because a pet is not a luxury handbag: Taylor Swift's cat is now illegal (at least in the Netherlands)

New animal welfare legislation in the Netherlands has made the breeding and selling of specific cat breeds, including Taylor Swift's cat Meredith Grey, illegal due to health issues related to their genetic mutations.

Mar 4 β€’ 23:04 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· Clarin (ES)
National & Local

In Australia, it's not the spiders or snakes: the magpie that attacks in spring is the most hated animal

The Australian magpie is regarded by many as the most troublesome animal in Australia, especially during the breeding season when it aggressively defends its territory.

Mar 2 β€’ 23:58 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡΄ NRK
National & Local

Salmonella at Norsvin in LΓΈten

Salmonella has been detected at Norsvin's breeding facility in LΓΈten, leading to the facility being quarantined and heightened biosecurity measures implemented.

Feb 22 β€’ 19:57 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ FAZ
National & Local

Elephant Breeding in the Zoo: "You Can't Just Park an Elephant in a Garage"

The article discusses the challenges and responsibilities of elephant breeding in zoos, featuring insights from Arne Lawrenz, the director of the Wuppertal Zoo in Germany.

Feb 22 β€’ 14:25 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The Misery of 'Flat-Faced Dogs' Suffering from Chronic Illnessβ€”Not Just Bulldogs but 12 Breeds at Risk

Flat-faced dog breeds, while popular for their cute appearances, face serious health issues due to their extreme features, according to new research.

Feb 21 β€’ 03:30 UTC
πŸ‡΅πŸ‡± Oko.press
National & Local

First such harsh sentence for cruelty to wild animals

A PoznaΕ„ court's ruling against illegal exotic animal breeding sets a significant legal precedent in Poland.

Feb 19 β€’ 14:16 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

Animal Rights Activists Who Illegally Entered Dog Breeding Facility and Filmed It Were Fined in Appeals Court

Animal rights activists faced fines after appealing a court decision regarding their illegal entry and filming of a dog breeding facility suspected of animal cruelty.

Feb 19 β€’ 05:08 UTC
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡Ώ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Emaciated featherless chickens, mutual cannibalism. Veterinarians intervened in a breeding farm in Brno region

Veterinarians intervened in a breeding farm in the Brno region due to instances of mutual cannibalism among malnourished, featherless chickens.

Feb 18 β€’ 08:58 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί ABC News AU
Crime & Justice

Renowned breeder under scrutiny after 200 dogs found on site

A prominent Labrador breeder in New South Wales is facing criticism after being found with over 200 dogs on site, leading to investigations by animal welfare organizations.

Feb 16 β€’ 19:33 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡Ή Lrytas
National & Local

After the story of Hachiko - a paradise for Akitas in PanevΔ—ΕΎys: respect for breed, character, and origin

A story about a woman inspired by the film 'Hachi: A Dog's Tale' to dedicate her life to raising Akita dogs in PanevΔ—ΕΎys, Lithuania.

Feb 15 β€’ 15:45 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

'Animal Abuser Breeding Prohibition System' Clarified... Legislative Research Service: 'Possible in the Form of Court Order'

The introduction of a system to prohibit animal abusers from owning or breeding animals is being concretely considered for the first time in over a decade in South Korea, with multiple legislative proposals currently in the National Assembly.

Feb 11 β€’ 06:58 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Alligator eggs make noise and temperature determines the animal's sex; learn about production

The article discusses alligator egg characteristics, including their ability to make noises before hatching and how temperature influences the sex of the hatchlings.

Feb 10 β€’ 09:01 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Man who livestreamed hamster abuse: 'What about rabbits this time?'... Need for a prohibition of breeding from abusers

A man who was reported for livestreaming abuse of small animals like hamsters and guinea pigs had 22 animals rescued from his home, prompting calls for a prohibition on breeding for animal abusers.

Feb 9 β€’ 05:40 UTC
πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡ͺ Dagens Nyheter
Crime & Justice

Letter to the Editor. Response: Regulated breeding is required to stop dog attacks

The authors argue that unregulated breeding practices continue to cause dog attacks, regardless of breed restrictions in various countries.

Feb 5 β€’ 13:46 UTC
πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡ͺ SVT Nyheter
Crime & Justice

Chickens alive for each other - but no controls were made

Reports highlight severe welfare issues within a Swedish chicken breeding facility, including featherless hens and cannibalism, without any inspections conducted by authorities despite two years having passed since concerns were raised.

Feb 4 β€’ 05:00 UTC
πŸ‡­πŸ‡· Index.hr
Life & Tech

Veterinarians: These breeds look cute, but live in silent agony

Animal welfare experts warn that certain dog breeds with extreme physical traits, admired by breeders and owners, often suffer due to these characteristics, leading to a life filled with distress.

Feb 3 β€’ 07:36 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡ͺ Postimees
National & Local

Karm Decision: Two Very Popular Cat Breeds Banned in the Netherlands

The Netherlands has banned the breeding, sale, and ownership of Sphynx and Scottish Fold cats starting January 1, 2026, citing health concerns linked to their breeds.

Feb 2 β€’ 17:35 UTC
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡Ώ iRozhlas
Life & Tech

Prohibiting the breeding of certain breeds? Hairless cats and those with 'cute ears' suffer, says NačeradskÑ

The article discusses the suffering experienced by hairless cats and those with distinctive ear shapes, advocating for a ban on breeding specific cat breeds.

Jan 14 β€’ 14:37 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Labour MPs plan to oppose move to restrict protest at animal testing sites

Labour MPs are uniting against a government proposal that aims to classify animal breeding and testing facilities as 'key national infrastructure' to limit protests at these sites.

Jan 13 β€’ 16:00 UTC
πŸ‡­πŸ‡· Index.hr
Life & Tech

Are there 'natural' breeds of cats?

The article explores the concept of 'natural' cat breeds versus those created through human intervention and delves into genetic insights on feline breeds.

Jan 6 β€’ 13:33 UTC

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