Our Moral Obligation to Animals
I’m not sure why violence toward animals is any more acceptable than violence toward humans, but to take animal cruelty less seriously is not uncommon.
World’s Largest Shark Sanctuary
The Marshall Islands are now home to the world’s largest shark sanctuary, an area of the central Pacific Ocean four times the size of California.
Jewish Leaders Decry Cruel ‘Tradition’
As the annual Jewish Day of Atonement approaches, more and more rabbis are calling for an end to the centuries-old tradition of “kaparot.”
Where in the World is Ric O’Barry?
He’s everywhere! Like a tornado ripping through the Far East, from Japan to Thailand to the Solomon Islands to Singapore, Ric O’Barry is constantly on the move in his passion to save dolphins from cruelty and exploitation.
Why I’m Not a Fan of ‘Dolphin Tale’
The problem is that the aquarium has its own swim-with-the-dolphins program, and the movie cannot help but give the nod to other captive dolphin shows and swim programs.
Making Friends with an Elephant Seal
Irish photographer and journalist Charlie Bird was on a special assignment in Antarctica when he sat down near some elephant seals.
San Francisco’s New DogPac
In the city of St. Francis, dogs outnumber children. So it’s not surprising that San Francisco residents are looking to elect a dog-friendly mayor.
The Uggly Truth
Some very distressing new video shows dogs in China being literally skinned alive to make imitations of the trendy footwear.
Rick Perry and His Hunting Buddies
The Daily Beast has a detailed story by Wayne Barrett about a three-day hunting expedition celebrating Perry’s father Ray’s 81st birthday in 2006.
Leonardo DiCaprio Speaks for Elephants
Last year, he donated a million dollars to World Wildlife Fund to save the endangered tigers. This year, he’s joining with the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) to protect the elephants.
Delightful Photos from Animal Blessings
The 27th annual Feast of St. Francis of Assisi at New York’s Cathedral of St. John the Divine on Sunday lived up to its reputation, according to everyone who was there.
Why Our Modern Religions Ignore the Animals and Nature
The animals and nature no longer play a part in our modern belief systems. Beyond the occasional blessing of the animals, like on St. Francis Day, our mainstream modern religions ignore them almost entirely.
The Real ‘Contagion’
A scene at the end of the movie Contagion portrays the nightmare scenario for a pandemic flu. And it’s basically just waiting to happen so say doctors and scientists.
Widespread Cheating at U.K. Kennel Club
“We know it is against the rules,” said Sandy Vincent, secretary of the Standard Poodle Club of Great Britain. “But everyone has done it.”
Dogs Take Bite Out of Bullying
Homeless dogs from a local rescue group are helping kids in Kansas City schools learn respect and empathy for each other. The classes are run by…
Could Grandma Come Back as a Squirrel?
Aithor Ptolemy Tompkins discusses the views of different religions, particularly Christianity and Buddhism, about whether nonhuman animals have souls and afterlives.
Remarkable Video of Fish Using Tools
Not long ago, it was generally believed that humans were the only animals that use tools, and that this was one of the chief proofs of human exceptionalism compared to “the animals.”
Doctors with a Difference
Dr. Klaper is among the growing number of physicians who have found that simply giving the body what it needs to be healthy is the key to enabling a true and healthful transformation.
Surfing Pooches Raise Big Bucks
Buddy was one of the remarkable pooches at the sixth annual Surf Dog Surf-a-Thon in Del Mar, California. It’s all fun, but with the serious purpose of raising funds for the Helen Woodward Animal Center – a no-kill shelter, adoption center and clinic, outside of San Diego.
Pit Bull Patrick Still in the Middle of a Turf War
Even as abused pit bull Patrick was being nursed back to health at the Garden State Veterinary Specialists hospital, he found himself caught up in a custody battle.