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Poodle Puppy Rescued With Muzzle Taped Shut In Oregon

A distressing case of animal cruelty emerges from Oregon as a poodle-mix puppy is rescued with its muzzle cruelly bound shut with tape, prompting a police investigation and an outpouring of support for its recovery.

US Universities Lock Down Over Chilling Terror Threats

Alabama State University and the University of Virginia were plunged into lockdown after receiving chilling terror threats. Students and staff were ordered to shelter in place as law enforcement launched major security operations.

Llama charity trustee avoids jail over animal cruelty

Candia Midworth, a former trustee of a llama charity, receives a suspended sentence after admitting to causing unnecessary suffering to animals at a Surrey farm. Shocking neglect included overgrown teeth and filthy living conditions.

RSPCA's Urgent Plea After Dog Abandoned in Freezing Box

The RSPCA is desperately seeking information after a terrified dog was found abandoned in a sealed cardboard box in sub-zero temperatures in Cheshire. The male terrier, now named Jasper, was discovered shivering and is being cared for by inspectors.

UK's Longest-Staying Rescue Dog Waits 644 Days for Home

An eight-year-old terrier named Teddy has become the UK's longest-staying rescue dog, spending 644 days in kennels at the RSPCA's Bath Cats and Dogs Home despite being described as a 'lovely boy' with a 'heart of gold'.

Elephants' heartbreaking reaction to discovering skull

Extraordinary footage captures the profound moment a herd of African elephants exhibits what appears to be deep mourning, gently investigating the skull of a deceased fellow mammal in a powerful display of animal sentience and emotion.

Donkey foal's first hee-haw after life-saving surgery

A newborn donkey named Doodle makes a miraculous recovery and finds his voice after emergency surgery at The Donkey Sanctuary in Devon, bringing joy to staff and symbolising hope for rescued animals.

Aberdeen Three: Animal Activists as Terrorists

The gripping account of the 'Aberdeen Three' animal rights activists whose 1987 lab raid led to unprecedented terrorism charges, a landmark trial, and a seismic shift in UK activism.

Mother Cat Adopts Orphaned Puppy in UK

A heart-melting story from the UK reveals a mother cat who has adopted an orphaned puppy, nursing and caring for the unlikely duo alongside her own kitten. This extraordinary display of animal instinct and compassion is captivating the nation.

Rescue Dog Returned to Shelter After Just 24 Hours

Staff at a UK rescue centre are devastated after a seven-year-old dog, Duke, was returned within a day of being adopted, with the new owners citing trivial reasons for his swift return.

Police Officer Suspended After Shooting Pet Rabbit on Video

A New Mexico police officer faces suspension after a disturbing viral video captures him fatally shooting a tiny pet rabbit in a residential garden. The incident has sparked widespread outrage and an internal investigation.

Hero driver stops M25 traffic to rescue stranded animal

A quick-thinking motorist became an unexpected hero on the M25 after stopping four lanes of traffic to save a terrified animal stranded on the busy orbital motorway. The dramatic incident, caught on dashcam, unfolded during rush hour, showcasing an incred

Bibury Trout Farm Accused of Animal Welfare Abuses

A major animal welfare scandal has erupted at the iconic Bibury Trout Farm in the Cotswolds, following undercover footage revealing alleged severe mistreatment of fish. The historic tourist attraction now faces scrutiny from activists and authorities.

Male Dolphins Use 'Wingmen' in Sophisticated Mating Strategies

A revolutionary study from the University of Bristol uncovers the complex romantic strategies of male dolphins, including forming alliances and using 'wingmen' to attract mates, revealing startling parallels with human social dynamics.

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