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A 72-year-old man in Tavares, Brazil, has been arrested for allegedly killing his 11-year-old dog named Leão with an iron bar following threats made against neighbors who witnessed the incident.

A police operation in Floriano, Brazil, targets horse and cattle owners suspected of allowing their animals to roam freely on public roads, following a motorcycle accident that resulted in a young man's death.

A woman in Brazil was questioned by police for abandoning a critically ill dog, which later died, citing despair linked to medication use as justification.

The Public Ministry of Santa Catarina has initiated an inquiry to investigate former police chief Ulisses Gabriel for suspected irregularities related to the death of a community dog named Orelha, which suffered abuse before its death.

A racehorse named Smart Latch was discovered to have been cooked and served in a Turkish soup kitchen following a racing injury, as identified through a microchip found in the food.

The Brazilian government has implemented a decree significantly increasing fines for animal abuse cases, named 'Justice for Ear' after a specific incident involving a community dog.

A farmer in Troms has been charged with violating animal welfare laws after numerous goats were found undernourished and dead on his farm.

A 44-year-old woman in Vaasa was found dead, and her 32-year-old boyfriend is suspected of her murder.

A man was arrested in Juazeiro do Norte, Brazil, after beating a dog with a stick and attempting to stab it, actions captured on security cameras.

Three individuals have been indicted for the disappearance of 11 puppies in Sabará, Brazil, with the mother dog falling ill due to the incident.

Police in Teplice, Czechia, are investigating a disturbing case of animal abuse involving malnourished cats and deceased kittens found in a freezer.

A woman in Epsom, UK, received a suspended prison sentence after trapping 23 cats in a wheelie bin, leading to the deaths of eight and the severe suffering of the others.

A man was arrested for allegedly mutilating a Blue Heeler dog using a brush cutter, resulting in severe injuries, including the amputation of part of its tongue.

A man was arrested in Campo Grande, Brazil, for keeping pigs, chickens, and ducks in an urban backyard, causing environmental issues in the area.

Drunk dog owners in Šilutė County, Lithuania, stabbed their pet, leading to an outcry from animal welfare organizations.

A report by Animal Justice reveals that Canadian horses sent to Japan for slaughter are suffering from sickness and injuries, with several dying during transportation.

A community cat died after being violently kicked and thrown by a man in Mossoró, Brazil, an incident captured on security cameras.

A man in São Paulo was fined R$ 55,900 for illegally keeping 21 wild birds in captivity, many of which showed signs of mistreatment.

A Canadian man has been charged with felony animal abuse for allegedly stealing a flamingo from a Las Vegas hotel after a night of drinking.

A woman was arrested in Nobres, Brazil, for abandoning a puppy in a deserted street, with the incident being classified as animal abuse under environmental crime laws.

An employee at Ölandsgård in Sweden has been convicted of gross animal cruelty after shocking footage revealed him kicking and hitting dairy cows, as well as mistreating calves.

A Brazilian court has granted provisional release to a woman arrested after five dogs were found dead in her home, while life was rescued for several other animals.

A horse died while tied to a tree in Severínia, Brazil, after being taken without permission by two teenagers, leading to charges of mistreatment and theft.

A woman's prank involving an injured elephant in Namibia ended tragically when she was trampled after pulling the animal's tail, raising anger and condemnation on social media.

The Civil Police of Igarapava, SP, is investigating alleged mistreatment of a horse that fell in a gym during a charity event after a video circulated on social media.

A caretaker in Cristalândia, Brazil, has been indicted for mistreating a horse after allegedly killing it with a knife.

Farmers in Sweden have been charged with animal cruelty after multiple inspections revealed cattle suffering from neglect and living in unsanitary conditions.

A woman and her blind son were brutally murdered in Lucknow, India, with the son's body found in an animal feed trough and the mother's in a room.

A double murder has shocked Lucknow, India, where a mother and her visually impaired son were brutally killed in their home, with the son’s body found in an animal feeding trough and the mother’s in their room.

In Pune, vigilantes reportedly forced a truck driver to consume cow dung and filmed the incident, resulting in public outrage and police action.

A 49-year-old man was arrested in Divinópolis, Brazil, on suspicion of beating a dog to death with a stick.

A Shih Tzu dog abandoned in critical condition by two women in a cardboard box has died, prompting an investigation into animal abuse in Brazil.

A retired municipal guard in Brazil who assaulted his dog in an elevator has failed to attend a scheduled police interrogation following an anonymous tip about the incident.

Two women, a mother and daughter, were arrested in Cascavel, Brazil, for allegedly mistreating animals.

A neighbor in São Paulo is under investigation for allegedly poisoning a German shepherd dog named Safira with 'chumbinho' after expressing frustration over the dog's barking.

The Manitoba RCMP announced a significant drug bust amounting to over $1.5 million, disrupting a major interprovincial trafficking network.

A naked tourist in Las Vegas allegedly kidnapped a flamingo and was reported to have harmed the bird in a hotel room, raising questions about animal welfare and public safety.

A former police officer received a suspended sentence after being found guilty of possessing extreme animal pornography and disturbing videos.

A woman in Liepaja, Latvia, was reported to have tied her dog to a tree for several hours without food or water before returning.

The Pirkanmaa District Court has dismissed animal welfare charges against Tarja Malmström regarding the removal of a dog's teeth without anesthesia.

A man from Bywong, sentenced to 15 months in jail for dragging a kangaroo behind his car, has failed to appeal for a reduced sentence.

Kim Kardashian faced backlash from animal rights activists after gifting her children dwarf Spitz puppies for Christmas.

Dagens Nyheter showcases a selection of poignant photographs that reflect current events in Sweden for the week of 10, 2026, highlighting notable occurrences and cultural moments.

A 20-year-old woman was arrested for animal cruelty after attempting to euthanize her malnourished dog at a veterinary clinic in Araçatuba, Brazil.

Christiano José Bezerra Da Silva, a retired municipal guard, is under investigation for animal abuse after a video surfaced showing him beating his dog in an elevator in Praia Grande, São Paulo.

A 54-year-old man was arrested for drug trafficking and animal mistreatment during a police operation in Itapecerica, Brazil, where three neglected dogs were found in poor condition.

A Canadian tourist was arrested in Las Vegas for allegedly stealing a flamingo from a resort's habitat and causing animal abuse.

A police operation in Northern Minas Gerais arrested three individuals connected to a group that invaded a farm and illegally slaughtered a high-value bull.

A man was arrested in Jundiaí, Brazil, suspected of attempting to murder his physically disabled daughter and wife, while also killing the family dog during a dispute.

A 39-year-old man was arrested for animal abuse and fined R$ 117,000 after being caught with 25 young wild birds improperly confined in cardboard boxes.