Talitha Van Niekerk

Talitha Van Niekerk

Talitha is a full-time writer and content creator. She has a passion for animals of all shapes and sizes. Talitha has made it her life’s work to help educate pet owners to build better animal-human bonds so they can enjoy the same unconditional love her five horses, seven dogs, two cats, and an ever-growing flock of chickens shower her with daily.

As a writer, Talitha draws on her years as a riding facility yard manager, her own experience, and thorough research to create the best and most accurate information to guide her readers. She loves reading feedback from happy readers who have benefited from her articles and helping pet owners is why she writes.

After more than ten years as a teacher, she still wants to educate and inform people so they can make better decisions for their pets. Her happy place is at her computer with her dogs snuggled around her toes, a cat on her lap, or in the saddle.

How Many Animals Are in the World in 2025

I love nature. There is something amazing about being outside and seeing how many different animals, insects, birds, fish, and more are actually present in our world. The living wild species that exist around the globe continually change, and new species are identified almost daily. Sadly, some existing species are also annihilated from the animal […]

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June 19, 2025 Advocate Birds Facts & Stats 

What State Produces the Most Chickens in 2025

If you are a chicken fan, then Iowa is the place to go, as this is the state that produces the most chickens out of all the US states. Iowa is followed closely by Ohio and Indiana. I found it quite mind-boggling that one state could raise so many millions of chickens. Curious about just […]

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June 4, 2025 Advocate Facts & Stats 

How Many People Are Killed by Cows Each Year

On average, cows cause 22 human deaths in the U.S. every year. There are many ways to die, and while people are killed by cars, illnesses, or an allergic reaction, and the black widow and snake bites, you’ve probably never imagined that humans can be killed by cows too! Yip, cows are one of the […]

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June 4, 2025 Facts & Stats Advocate 

How Many Cows Are There in the World in 2025

Driving through the countryside, it’s easy to think there are only a few cows that are grazing peacefully in the pastures of the world, but the reality is there are millions of cows around the world. I set out on a mission to find out how many cows are in the world, where we can […]

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May 17, 2025 Advocate Facts & Stats 

Vegetarian Statistics 2025: Global Facts, Diet Trends & Market Growth

For most of my life, I was a typical carnivore, and I ate a diet that included red meat, white meat, fish, eggs, and dairy, in addition to vegetables and fruits. When I decided to drop meat and only eat fish, eggs, dairy, veggies, and fruits, I didn’t know that this was but one of […]

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May 8, 2025 Advocate Facts & Stats 

How Many Chickens Are In The World in 2025

Chickens are probably the most highly consumed protein source on earth and also the most badly abused farm animals with the worst management practices. There are several billion chickens worldwide, but we still turn a blind eye to their treatment, factory farming abuse, and cruel slaughter process. I enjoy a nice roasted chicken as much […]

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September 16, 2024 A-Z Animals 

Coolest Animals on the Planet – Experience the Magic of Nature

Let’s face it—animals are cool! They are unique, and there are some pretty amazing animals in the world to explore. Switch off your TV and look at the many different wild animals, letting them amaze you with their strange ways of being closely related to the most unlikely species. Not many animals have a claim to […]

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September 7, 2024 Advocate Animal Abuse 

Cruel Factory Farming – Heart-Breaking Reality Check!

In a world obsessed with protein, protecting farm animals doesn’t rank highly. The first time I visited one of the many small factory farms near my home, I was horrified and wept. While I understand that many people need affordable protein sources as part of their diet, the overwhelming brutality, and violence that the factory […]

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April 24, 2024 Advocate Facts & Stats 

New Landscape of Diets: The Most Vegetarian Countries Leading the Way to Sustainable & Healthy Eating!

Originally published on April 3, 2023, this article has been updated on April 24, 2024 to reflect the latest research and statistics. Our editorial team has ensured you’re viewing the most current data on this topic. Need help or have a question? Email us. Have you made the jump to a veggie lifestyle? Vegetarianism is […]

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October 26, 2023 Advocate Facts & Stats 

Facts About Chickens – You Will Be Lovin’ It!

Originally published on February 8, 2023, this article has been updated on October 26, 2023 to reflect the latest research and statistics. Our editorial team has ensured you’re viewing the most current data on this topic. Need help or have a question? Email us. Before I owned my own chicken flock, I didn’t know much […]

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