I remember watching the big horse races on TV as a child. I screamed just as hard as the next person for a beautiful horse with an exotic name that could win races and be covered in wreaths of flowers with happy owners all around, all hugging and kissing the victorious horse! When I became […]
Overview Have you ever wondered just how many bear attacks occur each year? I am lucky, I live in a part of the world where bears are not an issue for anybody. However, bears remain fascinating creatures that have a longstanding and intertwined history with humankind. Growing up, the closest I got to seeing bears […]
Trigger alert/warning: Graphic images of animals being tested on are linked in this article. It could be said that animal testing saves lives. It could also be said that animals experience cruel and unusual treatment as they’re being tested. Both of these statements are true, and the question is, which of them do you choose […]
Americans and Canadians share seven deer species and sub-species that roam the land from the east to the west coast. Some people believe wild deer are a beautiful part of nature, while others see the deer population as a fun sport and hunt. Since deer move, some experts predict 1.5 million accidents yearly. Other sources […]
There are black cats, alley cats, calico cats, and scaredy cats, but no matter which kind you’re talking about, they’re mesmerizing! The way they move… the way they purr…when they “make biscuits” or brush against you, they do it with grace. Their sleek bodies and regal faces show us how miraculous they are, so let’s […]
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 […]
For far too long, animals have been subject to suffering in the name of medical research, such as chemical testing for beauty and cosmetic products. Luckily, countries all over the world are finding alternatives in the fight to stop the cruel and unnecessary practice of animal testing. So how can we do our bit so […]
Cockfighting is a brutal, bloody sport in which people place bets on gamecocks – roosters specially bred and trained for the purpose – which are then placed in a fighting pit and encouraged to fight. It has been practiced all over the world for hundreds of years, and while many countries have denounced the bloodsport […]
There is a lot of us. As of January 1, 2023, there are 7,942,645,086 people on Earth. That’s an increase of 0.94% over last year. Two of us take our last breath every second, while four babies take their first. We also eat a lot! Before factory farming took over the agricultural forum and how […]
Overview The world’s oceans comprise a wide variety of aquatic habitats that range from coral reefs and oyster beds to salt marshes and mangroves. These serve a vital role in maintaining the ever-dwindling population of different species. There are two main types of aquatic habitats: marine habitats and freshwater habitats. In this article, we will […]