Animal welfare

Hunger not driving bears to populated areas in western Japan: Study

Japan’s recent rise in bear intrusions has partly been attributed to food scarcity in their natural habitats.

Vet Talk

The invisible shield: Why vaccinations are your pet’s best defence against diseases

Vaccination is like an invisible shield that guards pets against serious, potentially life-threatening diseases.

Malaysian authorities busted ‘Ninja Turtle’ syndicate that breeds, sells exotic turtles

Authorities confiscated 44 turtles of various species during a raid at a house in Kangar.

2 mynahs found stuck in rat glue traps in Woodlands under care of ACRES

Acres CEO Mr Kalai said the birds are now able to stand and eat on their own.

Saudi Arabia to provide passports for kingdom’s beloved camels

Camels have long been a vital mode of transportation in Arabia, with research suggesting life-sized carvings of camels and horses in Saudi Arabia date back to 7,000 years ago.

Wild elephant in Thailand dies en route to sanctuary

The male elephant, aged between 15 and 20, died while being transported from Khon Kaen province to a restoration area in Loei province.

‘Stupid and cruel’: Peta slams Sabrina Carpenter and Lady Gaga’s Grammy performances

Sabrina Carpenter’s performance included her bringing out a white dove, while Lady Gaga wore a red and black Alexander McQueen Fall 2009 outfit that had feathers.

Elephant ride ban in Indonesia raises concerns at conservation sites

Conservation site operators warn that poorly implemented restrictions could harm the welfare of elephants.

Fewer animal cruelty and welfare cases reported to SPCA in 2025; most still involve cats

SPCA investigated a total of 608 confirmed cases in 2025, a decline from the 961 seen in 2024, according to its annual report.

Pakistan’s stray animals have found friends and protectors in Karachi’s young residents

Over 10 years, Karachi has witnessed massive population growth, of both the human and animal kind.

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