Pet Donkey Killed in Alleged Vengeful Shooting Deserves Justice
A pet donkey was allegedly shot and killed as payback against her caretaker. Demand justice for this casualty of seeming misguided revenge.
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Rescue Horses From Reported “Farm of Horrors”
Horses have been found reportedly neglected on the property of a woman previously arrested for animal cruelty. Demand that these animals be seized from her farm and be given a second chance before more lives are lost.
Dog Reportedly Kicked to Death by Drunk Who Claimed She “Deserved It” Needs Justice
A tiny terrier named Bella was apparently kicked to death during an unprovoked drunken confrontation. Demand that the man accused of this crime be justly punished.
Success: Joe the Pigeon Saved from Death Sentence
Joe the Pigeon, once sentenced to death, has been spared. Thank the Australian government for listening to the public and saving the bird’s life.
Success: Dog Beaten and Stabbed to Death Receives Justice
A man who beat his dog until she suffered a broken skull and then stabbed her to death has been convicted of animal cruelty. He could receive a sentence of up to three years in prison. Applaud the justice delivered in this tragic case.
Success: Protection Extended For Threatened Birds
A threatened bird species will not be stripped of protection in the state of Arizona, defying powerful interests that would happily see this animal go extinct. Praise this sound and compassionate decision to protect the yellow-billed cuckoo.
Success: Alleged Shark Fin Traffickers Busted
Twelve suspects who reportedly made millions from the illegal trafficking and killing of sharks and endangered marine life for their valuable fins and bladders are now facing charges, thanks to the efforts of federal authorities. Applaud the demise of an alleged mass trafficking enterprise.
Success: Migratory Birds Protected Against Legal Slaughter
Migratory birds killed in incidental acts can now receive justice, thanks to advocates who fought the Trump administration’s efforts to curb their protections. This means that anyone who treats birds as collateral damage will face legal consequences. Support this conservation victory.
Success: Destructive Logging Project in Unique Nature Reserve Cancelled
Plans for destructive logging in Cameroon’s Ebo Forest have been cancelled, granting wildlife and human residents of the area a reprieve from harm and deprivation. Congratulate the government for their sensible decision to stop this needless destruction.
Success: Yellowstone Bison Granted Reprieve from Culling
The culling of bison at Yellowstone National Park will be halted, thanks to a lawsuit brought by conservation advocates. Park officials are exploring alternative options of managing the species, including giving them more freedom to roam. Thank those who saved hundreds of animals from certain death.
Success: Grizzly Bears Granted Protection From Hunting
The issuing of permits to slaughter Yellowstone’s grizzly bears is now illegal and will cease immediately, thanks to the work of conservation advocates. This will allow the endangered species to repopulate and thrive. Thank those who fought for this victory.
Success: Animal Abusers to Face Harsher Legal Standards and Consequences
Mississippi’s convicted animal abusers will now be treated with the condemnation and punishment they deserve. The state has toughened its standards and penalties for cruelty. Applaud this important reversal of fortune for vulnerable animals.
Stop Bludgeoning Foxes to Death for Their Fur
One man runs an operation that kills 300 foxes each year for the fur trade. This is made possible because of a legal loophole. Ban this sickening animal cruelty.
Success: Chickens Saved from Mass Killing at Factory Farm
An animal rights organization succeeded in rescuing 1,000 chickens from mass euthanization at an Iowa egg farm. Animals across the country are being put to death because of the coronavirus, many of them having lived their entire lives in cramped, inhumane conditions. Praise the animal rights activists who fought back against this cruelty.
Success: Vital Wetlands Protected From Invasive and Toxic Industry
Uganda’s government will soon remove encroaching farms, mines, and factories
from its wetlands and lakes, preserving threatened species from extinction and giving conservationists the opportunity to better understand rare animals. Congratulate the minister responsible for his decisive action.
Success: Endangered Monk Seal Granted Safe Haven
The endangered monk seal has been given a second chance at a former prison island turned conservation paradise. The island has been repurposed to provide the perfect protected habitat for a species threatened by hunting, fishing, and coastal development. Thank those responsible for this conservation success.
Stop Trump From Pardoning Infamous Animal Abuser Joe Exotic
Donald Trump is considering pardoning notorious animal abuser and attempted murderer Joe Exotic in an abuse of his power and a clear public relations stunt. Demand this infamously cruel man be left to complete his just sentence.
Success: Fisheries Held Accountable for Right Whale Deaths
The National Marine Fisheries Service has been found guilty of failing to prevent Right whale deaths due to entanglement in fishing gear. This is a landmark conservation victory which will lead to better protection for Right whales. Thank those who demanded justice for this vulnerable species.
Success: Brutal Badger Culling to End in Britain
Science and medicine have once again rescued scores of living beings from a deadly fate. A promising vaccine spells the end of inhumane badger culling in Britain. Applaud the eradication of a government-mandated form of animal cruelty that has claimed over a million badgers.
Success: Eating of Dog and Cat Meat Banned
The consumption of dog and cat meat has officially been banned in Shenzhen, China, as part of a larger ban on the eating of wildlife following the coronavirus outbreak. This could save millions of innocent animal lives. Thank those responsible for this groundbreaking animal rights success.
