The park has been no stranger to controversy since it opened in 1955. Time’s up for one of the oldest oceanariums in the US. On March 7, authorities served eviction papers to the owners of Miami Seaquarium, a park steeped in controversy by damning reports into the care of its marine residents and the resulting plethora of animal deaths. In a statement posted to … [Read more...] about Controversial Miami Seaquarium To Shut Down After Death Of 120 Dolphins And Whales
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This Tiny Bird Got Tiny Custom Snowshoes For His Deformed Feet
The California Wildlife Center recently rescued a mockingbird who was born with malformed, knuckling feet. The knuckling, which could have been congenital or a growth deformity, meant the bird could not perch on trees or walk like other birds. Birds with the condition eventually develop sores on their feet. If left untreated in the wild, birds with this condition will … [Read more...] about This Tiny Bird Got Tiny Custom Snowshoes For His Deformed Feet
Stray cat refuses to eat unless food is in a bag: 1 day they follow her and discover her secret
A mother’s love for her child is stronger than anything else. Often, a mom will go without so that her children can get what they need. It doesn’t matter whether the mom is a human, dog, cat or other animal: The motherly love is the same. Stray cat Dongsuk had been fed by the same generous woman for a long time. She was one of many cats who the kind lady took care … [Read more...] about Stray cat refuses to eat unless food is in a bag: 1 day they follow her and discover her secret
Shelter rescues neglected dog covered in three pounds of matted fur — he looks completely different after makeover
Many stray and neglected dogs go ungroomed, causing them distress as their fur becomes tangled and matted. But a haircut can make all the difference. That was the case recently, after one dog covered in severely matted fur got a makeover that’s given him a new lease on life. On July 16, the South Plains SPCA shared a post about the “worst case of dog neglect we … [Read more...] about Shelter rescues neglected dog covered in three pounds of matted fur — he looks completely different after makeover
Kitten dyed pink, cleaned with household cleaner now recovering — owner charged in cruelty case
A poor cat suffered from hypothermic shock after being dyed pink and cleaned with household cleaner — now the cat is in good hands as the owner faces charges of animal abuse. According to USA Today, the male kitten was brought to a Portland animal shelter on December 12. His body was covered in hot pink fur, and he was suffering from severe hypoglycemia and hypothermic … [Read more...] about Kitten dyed pink, cleaned with household cleaner now recovering — owner charged in cruelty case