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Breed Specific Legislation

4 The Love Of Animals

BSL (Breed-Specific Legislation) is the canine equivalent of racial profiling, banning certain dog breeds that have been labeled “dangerous.” ITo, the company behind the popular philanthropic, eco friendly bracelets which raise money for important world causes, has introduced a new “I’m Tired of BSL” bracelet.

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Altruism, Albatrosses, and Vicious Young Men

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Ka’ena Point is also a breeding ground for the Federally protected Laysan albatross, where 45 nests were being carefully monitored by the non-profit Pacific Rim Conservation. The oldest Laysan albatross was last seen raising a chick on Midway Atoll in 2016, at age 66. They are docile and devoted parents who will not leave their nests.

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Prop 2 Passes in California

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"All animals deserve humane treatment, including animals raised for food.” Proposition 2 ends the practice of confining certain animals raised for food in crates and cages so small the animals can barely move. It applies to breeding pigs, egg laying hens and veal calves. Tags: proposition 2.

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Cute of the Day: Open Wide!

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Until recently, the population of tawny frogmouths in North American zoos was facing extinction — and breeding programs were largely unsuccessful. Through years of research, SeaWorld has made it possible for this chick to be raised by its parents. Tags: cute of the day. To discover more, visit SeaWorld.org.

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Great Question About Obama Pup

Animal Person

This is why I didn't campaign for a greyhound--it raises their profile. Perhaps if there were a heartfelt message followed by action that supported it, no matter what breed were rescued, adoptions would increase. Tags: Activism Current Affairs Ethics. That's what I'd like to think. Maybe both. I don't think we know the answer.

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Questionable Practices at the Calgary Zoo

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Another animal dies at the Calgary Zoo and more questions are being raised about their practices. They were a part of the zoo’s breeding program for the rare birds. Tags: zoos welfare violations animal welfare. Look at all these incidents that have occurred there (listed in the Montreal Gazette article in the above link).I

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Best Dog Grooming Practices

4 The Love Of Animals

The best dog grooming you can provide to your four-legged friend depends on several factors: your budget, the breed, the size of the dog and its personality. Medium-haired dogs require weekly brushing only, while short-haired breeds raise almost no problems in terms of brushing. Tags: guest post pet care.

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