Girl, 10, mauled by LION she was feeding as screams ring out around China zoo
A 10-year-old girl was mauled by a lion at a zoo in China while attempting to feed the animal through the bars of its cage.
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.
Woman arrested for mistreatment after leaving dogs infested with ticks and applying poison to the animals
A 25-year-old woman was arrested in Bauru, Brazil, for animal mistreatment after authorities discovered dogs infested with ticks and evidence of poisoning.
Elderly woman and 10 animals rescued from negligence in the Piauí coast
A 74-year-old woman and ten animals were rescued from a house in poor hygienic conditions in Parnaíba, Piauí, during an operation following complaints of neglect.
How is the herd doing in the Year of the Horse? A conversation about wild horses and their history in Latvia
Wild horses in Latvia are facing challenges due to severe winter conditions, but measures like supplementary feeding are in place to support them.
Pingo, the stray dog of 21 years who became famous for living in a gas station in Vinhedo, has died
Pingo, a 21-year-old stray dog known for living in a gas station in Vinhedo, Brazil, passed away due to old age complications, as confirmed by his caretaker.
Man arrested on suspicion of killing dogs with an axe after neighbor caught him and reported the crime
A 63-year-old man in Brazil has been arrested for allegedly killing two dogs with an axe, following a neighbor's report and video evidence of the crime.
Fire Department as Animal Rescuers: "You Can't Say: Don't Fidget So Much"
The Kronberg fire department assisted in the rescue of Lilak, a 55-year-old elephant, after she fell and needed to be lifted back up at the Opel Zoo.
Traveler arrested for abandoning her dog at Las Vegas airport
A traveler was arrested for allegedly abandoning her two-year-old puppy at the Las Vegas airport after being denied boarding due to a lack of proper documentation for the service dog.
Suspected of running over and cutting the throats of reindeer – the accused man: 'An accident'
A 22-year-old man began trial for allegedly running over and killing reindeer near Umeå, Sweden, claiming it was an accident despite video evidence of the incident.
Chinese Horoscope: What animal and element am I
The article explores the Chinese zodiac and its elements, detailing how they influence personal traits and life events based on one's birth year.
Chilling Images - Here, the husband who 'howled like an animal' buried his wife, 62, body
A 57-year-old man has been charged with the murder of his 62-year-old wife, whose body was discovered buried in a forest in Luumäki, Finland, months after she went missing.
The Chinese New Year starts on Tuesday; what is the meaning of the horse, the animal of the year
The Chinese New Year, which marks the start of the Year of the Fire Horse, begins on Tuesday, January 17, with festivities lasting up to 40 days.
When is Chinese New Year 2026: the animal and elements from February 17
Chinese New Year 2026 begins on February 17 and signifies the Year of the Fire Horse, heralding a time of vitality and opportunities.
19-year-old arrested for mistreatment after dog found dead in Itajaí; two teenagers are apprehended
A 19-year-old has been arrested and two teenagers apprehended in Itajaí, Brazil, following the death of a dog, with the incident being investigated for animal abuse.
Man arrested on suspicion of shooting neighbor's puppy in Nova Cidade
A 40-year-old man was arrested after allegedly shooting a neighbor's puppy in the Nova Cidade neighborhood, with the incident being classified as animal cruelty and illegal possession of a firearm.
Man charged one year after 'excessive' abuse of puppy captured on camera
A Queensland man has been charged with animal cruelty one year after the RSPCA received complaints regarding his abuse of a puppy, amid a decline in animal cruelty prosecutions in the region.
Man is convicted for killing dogs with blows in the interior of RN
A 77-year-old man was sentenced to 4 years and 8 months in prison for killing two dogs in Coronel João Pessoa, Brazil.
Ancient herbivorous animal discovered that rewrites the history of life's evolution
Fossils of a 307-million-year-old animal identified as one of the Earth's earliest herbivores suggest complex plant-eating adaptations arose shortly after land migration.
Fewer pets were adopted from shelters in 2025
In 2025, there was a decline in the number of pets adopted from Danish shelters, totaling 6,987 adoptions, nearly a ten percent decrease from the previous year.
Case Orelha: Investigation points to a teenager as the author of the aggression that led to the dog's death; police request the young man's internment
An investigation in Florianópolis identified a 15-year-old boy as responsible for the death of a community dog, prompting police to request his internment.
5-year-old girl and grandmother rescued by police after dog attack in MT; animal was shot
A 5-year-old girl and her grandmother were rescued by police in Cáceres, Brazil, after being attacked by two dogs, one of which was shot dead by the officers after it resumed aggression.
[Exclusive] 'Protecting migratory birds is more important than feeding stray cats'... First ruling in the 10-year 'Eulsukdo dispute'
A court ruled against an animal welfare organization seeking to establish feeding stations for stray cats in Eulsukdo, prioritizing the protection of migratory birds instead.
Dog found malnourished and with wounds infested with larvae; owner arrested for mistreatment in Blumenau
A 24-year-old man was arrested in Blumenau for animal cruelty after his dog was found in a severely neglected state, leading to potential prison sentences of two to five years under the law.
Max Seeks Comfort: Ended Up in a Shelter After the Death of His Owner
Max, an 11-year-old Alaskan Malamute, is in a Zagreb animal shelter seeking comfort after the death of his owner and adjusting to his new reality.
LUSIS COMMENTS ⟩ An article commissioned by the power clique about Egils Helmanis
Egils Helmanis has been on sick leave since July 16 of last year, failing to fulfill his legislative duties, and ultimately resigned, while reportedly sending a copy of George Orwell's 'Animal Farm' to the Minister of Environmental Protection and Regional Development, Raimonds Čudars, with a personal note.
This is the animal of the Chinese New Year 2026
The Chinese New Year on February 17 marks the beginning of the Year of the Fire Horse, symbolizing freedom, independence, action, passion, and bravery, along with insights on zodiac signs in Chinese astrology.
2025 was the year with the most cases of animal abuse in Guayaquil: chaining, abandonment, neglect, and negligence are part of the complaints
In 2025, Guayaquil saw a record 388 cases of animal abuse, leading to a municipal investigation into reported instances of mistreatment and death of dogs at a shrimp farm.
Dumovec: Zagreb residents called us 51 times a day last year! Here are the most common animals
Zagreb residents showed increasing concern for local wildlife, with the Dumovec animal shelter receiving an average of 51 calls per day last year regarding stray and wild animals.
Tomy, the 49-year-old chimpanzee who lived most of his life at the La Plata Biopark, has died
Tomy, a 49-year-old chimpanzee who resided at the La Plata Biopark, has passed away despite not having health issues and being under constant care.
The body of the hippopotamus Juninho is buried in the interior of SP; the animal is set to receive a memorial
Juninho, a 50-year-old hippopotamus from the Mourão Ecological Park in Leme, SP, was buried on Wednesday following health issues, with plans for a memorial being considered by the local government.
Teenager apprehended for encouraging self-harm in children, torturing animals, and broadcasting online
A 16-year-old teenager was apprehended in Serra, Brazil for allegedly transmitting acts of violence over the internet, including animal torture and promoting self-harm among children and adolescents.
Farmer fined more than R$ 12 thousand for animal mistreatment and environmental damage in Anhumas
A 36-year-old farmer was fined over R$ 12,000 for mistreating animals and hindering the natural regeneration of native vegetation in Anhumas, SP, following a police investigation.
Hippo Juninho dies at 50 in Ecological Park in SP
Juninho, a 50-year-old hippo, has died after a period of illness, leading to the indefinite closure of the Mourão Ecological Park in Leme, SP.
Man accused of animal mistreatment after attacking dogs with a machete in Macapá
A 41-year-old man has been indicted for animal mistreatment in Macapá after attacking two dogs with a machete, resulting in one dog's death and severe injuries to the other.
Chinese Horoscope 2026: What Each Sign Has in Store for the Year of the Fire Horse
The Year of the Fire Horse begins on February 17, 2026, marking a transformative cycle in Chinese astrology, with predictions for each zodiac animal outlined.
Which animal did you see first? This viral optical illusion reveals what awaits you for the rest of this year
A single image may hold intriguing hints about what awaits you in 2026, as a viral optical illusion claims to predict your upcoming experiences.
The tireless energy of Pocholo, the dog who overcame leishmaniasis and is looking for a family
Pocholo, an eight-year-old dog who overcame leishmaniasis and seeks a loving home, displays remarkable resilience despite a history of neglect and abandonment.
Man found dead in roadside ditch - apparently bitten to death by his own dog
A 33-year-old man in the Vechta district seems to have been killed by his own dog, which remained by his side even after the incident and exhibited contradictory behavior upon the arrival of emergency services.
Killer elephant in India has killed 20 people in nine days, including a father with his 6 and 8-year-old children
A rogue elephant in India has reportedly killed 20 people over the span of nine days, including a father and his two young children, prompting authorities to search for the animal.
Girl, 14, 'left to live alone in filth with dead dog rotting in the wardrobe'
A 14-year-old girl was found living in squalor with seven dogs, along with one dead dog, leading to the arrest of her parents for child neglect and animal cruelty charges.
What the Parents and Friends of the Farmer Who Committed Suicide After the Killing of His Animals Say
A 57-year-old farmer in Pieria committed suicide days after his livestock was culled due to an outbreak of anthrax, leaving his family and friends shocked.
Suicide of a shepherd in Pieria: "He was psychologically destroyed, the animals were his family"
A 55-year-old shepherd in Pieria took his own life shortly after his herd was culled due to sheep and goat pox, leaving his family devastated.
Susi, the elephant of the Barcelona Zoo, whose loneliness propelled animal rights movements, dies
Susi, the iconic elephant from the Barcelona Zoo, has passed away at the age of 55, a year after the death of another elephant, Yoyo, leaving Bully alone in the enclosure and further fueling animal rights activism.
Culture in Vaterstetten: Of Animal Happiness and Exciting Journeys
The Vaterstetten Town Hall Concerts program offers five diverse evenings of performances this year, featuring classical music, swing, and a traditional family concert, along with a thrilling multimedia presentation by climber Thomas Huber, one of the world's most renowned adventurers.
Wolves in the crosshairs, protecting chicks, dogs still on chains. Animal rights in 2025
The year 2025 is marked by a reduction in game species and the end of fur farming, but also by the EU allowing wolf hunting and dogs remaining chained, summarizing the events in animal rights over the past year.
The cry for help from Lobo, the hunting dog with barely any vision seeking an opportunity
Lobo, a one-year-old English setter used for hunting, arrives at a shelter with limited vision after suffering exploitation and neglect, highlighting the plight of many dogs in similar situations.
Had more than fifty dogs at home
Danish police discovered over fifty dogs at the home of a 58-year-old woman in Ribe, significantly exceeding legal limits in Denmark.
Fireworks on New Year's Eve: Dozens of pets escape due to stress from fireworks
In Hesse, more than three times the usual number of dogs escaped from their owners due to stress and fear caused by New Year's Eve fireworks, prompting animal welfare organization Tasso to advocate for a firework-free celebration.
The cage farming ban is approaching. Poultry farmers must update their farms by the end of the year according to the new law
Poultry farmers are required to update their farms by the end of the year in compliance with a new law banning cage farming.