animal care and welfare
Can we look beyond the seasonal activism against animal cruelty?
But is animal cruelty something we only condemn during this particular time of year? What are the subtle and not-so-subtle acts of cruelty we exhibit as we interact with/rear/raise/consume livestock/pets/wildlife?
From the archives / The zoo that is not
Many of the animals at the Bangladesh National Zoo are passing days with immense suffering. With poor medical care, scarce food and congested cages, the captive animals look so miserable and weak that seeing them is not exactly fun for all the visitors. However, the zoo, located in a sprawling 186 acres of land in Dhaka's Mirpur section, is the 4th largest in the world in terms of area. With two picturesque lakes, a museum, two camping sites, huge gardens and orchards, this zoo has the potential to be one of the best in the world.
Dog killer given 6 months in jail
A year ago, city dwellers had to witness a horrendous form of brutality unleashed on two female dogs and 14 puppies.
'Humans of New York' creator writes touching tribute to beloved dog
Facebook page "Humans of New York" creator Brandon Stanton writes a heart touching tribute to his beloved dog Susie, who passed away this week aged 16.
Can we look beyond the seasonal activism against animal cruelty?
But is animal cruelty something we only condemn during this particular time of year? What are the subtle and not-so-subtle acts of cruelty we exhibit as we interact with/rear/raise/consume livestock/pets/wildlife?
The zoo that is not
Many of the animals at the Bangladesh National Zoo are passing days with immense suffering. With poor medical care, scarce food and congested cages, the captive animals look so miserable and weak that seeing them is not exactly fun for all the visitors. However, the zoo, located in a sprawling 186 acres of land in Dhaka's Mirpur section, is the 4th largest in the world in terms of area. With two picturesque lakes, a museum, two camping sites, huge gardens and orchards, this zoo has the potential to be one of the best in the world.
Dog killer given 6 months in jail
A year ago, city dwellers had to witness a horrendous form of brutality unleashed on two female dogs and 14 puppies.
'Humans of New York' creator writes touching tribute to beloved dog
Facebook page "Humans of New York" creator Brandon Stanton writes a heart touching tribute to his beloved dog Susie, who passed away this week aged 16.
