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Clemson Researcher Investigates Impacts of Cages on Laying Hens

Critter News

Crowded and filthy conditions mean suffering for hens. How much suffering can and should they endure without significantly affecting the human pocketbook. From the Clemson press release. One would think it would be elementary. But it's not just about the hens.it's about the money. Or corporate net income.

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27,000 Animals Rescued in Texas

Critter News

This rescue is the result of a PETA undercover investigation. From the Detroit Free Press. The raid followed an undercover investigation by People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals. A lot of these animals are reptiles, spiders and amphibians, which explains the large number. See, husband, this is why I like PETA!)

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Are You Wearing Man's Best Friend? That Trim on the Hood of Your Jacket Might Be Dog Fur!

Animal Ethics

According to this Associated Press story, if you are wearing a Sean John jacket with fur trim purchased from Macy's, that trim might have come from a dog indigenous to Asia known as a "raccoon dog." According to HSUS's investigation (detailed in their press release ), the Sean John Hooded Snorkel Jacket on sale at macys.com for $237.99

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