Animal Welfare
NM Saw Lasting Consequences from Trump's U.S.-Mexico Border Wall
The unprecedented attempt to build a wall along the U.S. Mexico border has had devastating effects on wildlife from which they may not recover…
Multi-State Effort Begins to Study Dramatic Tick Increase in New England
Scientists in rural New England are working to better monitor and manage tick populations as climate change helps fuel their dramatic increase…
Rural Advocacy Groups: Corporate Farming Infringing on MO Family Farms
Despite the goal to unite Missourians around a common cause, rural advocacy groups have been pushing the EPA for more regulation from the Clean …
Winter Feeding Plan Too Slow for Chronic Wasting Disease
What began as an emergency measure - to help Wyoming elk herds hit by a series of extremely harsh winters in 1909 - has become a major source of conte…
During Hotter Stretches, Pets Need to Stay Cool, Too
Next week, parts of Wisconsin will see the return of near 90-degree temperatures. Animal rights voices say as hot stretches become more common…
Honey Bee Colonies Remain “Relatively Stable” Despite Multiple Threats
Parasites and extreme weather led to the loss of nearly half of America's managed honey bee colonies over the past year, according to a new survey…
Indiana Shelter Stresses Animal Kindness
Hoosiers are enjoying the arrival of summer, but it is not the only important event on the calendar this week. For more than 30 years, the third …
WI Cities Face Pressure to Stop Euthanizing Geese
If you've been to a Wisconsin park recently, chances are you have noticed lots of geese. Their populations have trended upward, and animal rights …
AZ Governor Enacts Law Allowing Telemedicine for Pets
In Arizona, telemedicine is now not only available for humans but also for people's beloved animals. Last month Governor Katie Hobbs signed Senate …
Dining Out with Fido? Experts Have Tips to Keep Pets and Patrons Safe
May is National Pet Month, and South Dakota residents considering adoption are urged to do careful planning - while also making sure dogs can handle …
Activists Put Spotlight on Treatment of Dogs at WI Research Facility
A Wisconsin court case involving charges against animal rights activists remains in play. Ahead of trial proceedings, various groups are calling …
Preventing Animal Cruelty Could Mean Helping People Find Resources
April is Animal Cruelty Prevention Month and some of the reasons pets suffer do not necessarily look like what many imagine. Nadia Novik, chief …