animal welfare

Although Betty White (1922-2021) is best known for her seven decades as an actress (Guinness World Records 2014 edition named her the entertainer with the longest career ever), so is her lifelong commitment to the health…

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) – The Virginia House of Delegates has passed a series of bills aimed at improving oversight and protecting dogs and cats bred for medical research. The House unanimously supported several bills by Sen.…

The push to crack down on selective breeding coincides with Norway's recent ban on the breeding of Cavalier King Charles spaniels and English bulldogs due to fears the practice could cause respiratory, heart and eye problems.The Australian…

A former Wayne County man whose dog farm was shut down by federal authorities is now facing criminal charges of animal neglect. Daniel Gingerich, 26, was charged with two counts of animal neglect with…

SINGAPORE - A total of 19 dogs have been taken into the care of the Animal and Veterinary Service (AVS), after investigating an unlicensed dog breeder on February 9. AVS, which is a service of the National Parks Board (NParks), has…

The former Wayne County puppy mill operator, who was forced to turn over more than 500 dogs last year, has…

Sniper, a five-month-old XL Bully, disappeared from his owner's garden in Darnall in the early hours of December 12. It is believed that Sniper was robbed and trained to fight. But now his owner Foyzul Miah has revealed his beloved dog…

The Humane Pet Stores Ordinance under consideration by the Dallas City Council is a direct response to the myriad of animal welfare and consumer protection issues created by the sale of puppy mill puppies in the pet stores. His endorsement…

PETA Says, "Enough, Get His License," As Dog Protection Bills Hit LegislatureFor immediate release:January 27, 2022Contact:Tasgola Bruner 202-483-7382 Cumberland, Virginia. - Today, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)…

ATHENS - A wave of philanthropy following the death of beloved actress Betty White has reached Athens with…

(KSNB) -- Fans of the beloved Betty White, looking to honor her legacy, are encouraging people to contribute to animal rescue and other animal-related charities.Some call this the "Betty White Challenge (#bettywhitechallenge)" and intend to…

ALBANY - New state law prohibits insurance companies from refusing to provide insurance to owners based on dog breeds, a move that praises pet owners who say some dogs are unfairly maligned as inherently violent. “It's…

Tammie Fox adopted her puppy, Pumpkin, when she was 8 weeks old. When she noticed that the puppy was having trouble walking, she took her to the vet who revealed that the puppy's spine and paws were broken. As a result, Pumpkin is now…

CEDAR FALLS - There isn't a dog lover in the world who doesn't want their canine companion to live longer and healthier. In their New York Times bestselling book, "The Forever Dog," Cedar Falls native Dr. Karen Becker and…

Belfast Council called on Stormont to empower local authorities to tackle puppy breeding by increasing breeder's license fees and more oversight. At the recent monthly plenary council meeting on Wednesday, a Green Party motion on a series!-->…

Lynn Boylan of Sinn Féin said the label of Ireland as 'Puppy Breeding Capital of Europe' is 'not something we should be proud of'. The senator made the remark during a debate on Seanad on Thursday, November 11.e, 2021.…

A married couple convicted of illegal commercial dog breeding have been fined and charged with thousands of pounds in costs. It follows a lawsuit brought by Cornish Council license team. On Thursday, October 7, at Plymouth Magistrates'!-->…

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Wayne County dog ​​breeder Daniel Gingerich is asking a federal judge for permission to transfer the 189 dogs still in his possession to an organization in Indiana…

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Kelly Latuskie, 48, did not get dogs treated for dental diseaseKelly Latuskie, 48, has not allowed dogs to be treated for dental disease, the Carlisle Magistrates' Court has said.She kept more animals for breeding and accommodated more in…

A dog breeder has been banned from working with or keeping animals after admitting to "chronic neglect" of at least 117 puppies she was caring for. Kelly Latuskie, 48, has made dogs suffer by not providing them with the proper treatment!-->…

Helen Camlakides, owner of Sportsman's Kennels in Manorville, addressed city council on Tuesday.…

In a rare move, Iowa regulators are fining a dog breeder whom federal officials have called one of the nation's biggest repeat offenders. The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship is…

On September 28, a federal court issued a temporary restraining order against Daniel Gingerich, an Iowa dog breeder, on the grounds that he was putting the health of hundreds of dogs in "serious danger" in violation of the law. on the…

Nearly 200 dogs and puppies have been rescued from an alleged illegal puppy farm following a seven-month investigation. The operation led by the Trading Standards Wales regional investigation team was undertaken on Friday 17th September at!-->…

A seven-month survey of commercial standards for puppy breeding in central Wales has saved more than 200 neglected dogs. Trading Standards Wales' regional investigation team said their multi-agency operation saw 15…

In June 2021, the USDA Office of the Inspector General released its report, Animal Care Program Oversight of Dog Breeders, evaluating the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service ("APHIS") controls to ensure Animal Welfare Act…

Blue Cross staff in Exeter are looking for a retirement home for a disabled cat they have been caring for since April. Benji the fluffy white cat is 10 years and five months old and suffers from cholangiohepatitis, a disease common in the!-->…

Brixham woman calls for greater public awareness and breeder reform to help prevent inherited diseases in dogs. In February 2018, Annie Wilson decided to buy a puppy and thus welcomed the Burmese mountain dog, Buttons, into her family.!-->…

Photo credit: Shutterstock Royalty-free stock photo ID: 143103844 Executive Director of Animal Wellness Action Marty Irby Wayne Pacelle Senate inaction rallies horse…

Unlicensed vets operate in the UK and run shady 'canine fertility clinics' for specialist species like chihuahuas, pugs and shih tzus who have difficulty breeding.Last year, experts found 37 clinics that either aren't run by vets or…

Granted, I might have initially rolled my eyes when my husband suggested we do a DNA test for our dog, but actually it's not as ridiculous as you might think, not only do they can determine your dog's breed, ancestry testing can help you!-->…

Dog breeders in the city will have to register with the State Animal Welfare Board or face action in the coming days.Principal Secretary, Municipal Administration and Urban Development, Arvind Kumar gave instructions to officials to…

Yearlings at Stone Farm in Paris, Kentucky | Photo credit: Marty Irby Executive Director of Animal Wellness Action Marty Irby Wayne Pacelle Ending the transport of…