Dr Pol talks season 8, his ‘calling’ as Nat Geo promotes return
Nat Geo promoted that Dr. Pol is back and that “The star veterinarian’s popular show, which premieres for its eighth season on January 9, is even more wild and woolly.” Dr. Pol is always an interesting More...
‘Whale Wars’ star Pete Bethune takes action on ‘The Operatives’
We are fortunate to have an amazing amount of wildlife on this planet. But illegal trading and poaching have dramatically reduced the survival of these magnificent creatures. Enter the Operatives. When famed eco-warrior More...
The Right Buying Guide For Your Cat’s Litter Box
photo Alyson Jones One of the best things of owning a cat is that they require a lot less cleaning and maintaining as compared to other pets. Yes, cats do like to keep themselves very neat and clean and that is More...
Tommie Woodward identified who ignored alligator warning, then killed while swimming
A man who apparently ignored the risks of the alligators in a river and jumped in the water, despite warning signs, is dead after being attacked. Orange County Police have identified the victim as Tommie Woodward, More...
‘Downton Abbey’ star Peter Egan joins Queen’s Brian May to protest dog breeding for experiments
Celebrities Brian May and Peter Egan have joined the National Anti-Vivisection Society (NAVS) in opposing controversial plans to build a facility in Yorkshire to breed beagle dogs for experiments. Queen guitarist More...
Indonesia man arrested for smuggling rare birds in water bottles
Indonesian police have arrested a wildlife smuggler after discovering nearly two dozen rare live birds, mostly yellow-crested cockatoos, jammed inside plastic water bottles in his luggage. The man, 37, was arrested More...
Kentucky vet Eden Myers leads attack on Michigan’s Nat Geo star Dr Pol
The state board that regulates Michigan veterinarians voted to discipline Dr. Jan Pol Thursday afternoon, fining him $500 based on allegations that he “failed to wear appropriate protective clothing while More...
Tim Burton hired to direct ‘Dumbo’ film, PETA speaks out
Disney has plans to retell Dumbo with Tim Burton behind the director’s chair, and PETA wasted no time in calling for some changes this time around. Specifically, they want Burton to change the ending to More...
Florida pit bull mix found shot, tied to railroad tracks
A young pit bull mix has made national headlines after the Tampa, Florida police found her shot and bleeding, tied to a set of railroad tracks in the city’s Sulphur Springs neighborhood on Wednesday. Police More...
5 Things You Should Do to Keep Your Dog Healthy
People often get themselves a dog on a whim; because it seemed like a good idea at the time; as a gift to their children; or just because they like this particular puppy. Even those who approach this decision with More...
Brian Blessed, voice of Boss Nass in ‘Phantom Menace’ calls for action against circuses
As the political saga surrounding the promised ban on wild animals in circuses continues, legendary actor Brian Blessed has urged the government to “end this circus madness” and finally legislate to ban such More...
Pope Francis proclaims animals go to heaven, the Humane Society responds
After the new Pope was chosen last March and then took the name “Francis” – after Saint Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals — I took a deep breath and dared to hope that this could be the More...
Martha Stewart joins Bill Maher in call for Chris Christie to ban pig cages
Martha Stewart is the latest celebrity to stand up for pigs in New Jersey! In a letter that arrived at Gov. Chris Christie’s office Tuesday, Stewart urges him to sign an animal welfare bill that will ban keeping More...
‘Big Cat Week’ coming to Nat Geo WILD in November, lineup revealed
BANDHAVGARH, INDIA: A remote and protected wilderness, Bandhavgarh, lies deep in the heart of ancient India. Tigers battle for dominance among the ruins of a lost empire. (Photo credit: © National Geographic Channels) This More...
Hauling Horses: Your Ultimate Checklist for the Safe Trailering
You need to get a horse to a distant location yet you want to avoid all possible bumps and bruises along the way. Before you start the engine, read the ultimate checklist related to horse and trailer. The Tires Tires More...
Upcoming New York State Legislation to Keep Pets Safe
Pretty soon, those who steal or mistreat pets will have to face severe fines in New York state. Governor Andrew Cuomo is showing that he is dedicated to pet and pet ownership protections. In January 2014, the governor More...
Repticon 2014: Reptiles and exotic pets take center stage in Tampa
Folks may hear Repticon and think snakes, but the show this weekend in Tampa offers much, much more. Big or small, wet or dry, hairless guinea pigs and other exotics took center stage as thousands poured into the More...
Paul McCartney joins animal experiment protest in UK
The National Anti-Vivisection Society (NAVS) has welcomed support from Sir Paul McCartney, who has joined the NAVS campaign to end secrecy in animal experiments in the UK. Sir Paul is joined by 24 fellow celebrities More...
Repticon back in Tampa this weekend
Repticon, nationwide promoters of reptile and exotic animal expos, brings its unique blend of vendors, breeders, and educators back to the Florida State Fairgrounds for a family-oriented, fun-filled event. The expo More...
‘Maleficent’ star Imelda Staunton, ‘James Bond’ Roger Moore join for circus animal ban
PRESS RELEASE: Sir Roger Moore and Imelda Staunton urge Queen to ensure wild animal circus ban is passed swiftly Honored and award-winning actors Sir Roger Moore KBE, best known as James Bond, and Imelda Staunton More...