New UK animal welfare strategy bans hare hunting season
The UK government launches a new animal welfare plan for England, introducing a 'close season' for hares and pledging to end cages for hens and farrowing crates for pigs. Read the full details.
The UK government launches a new animal welfare plan for England, introducing a 'close season' for hares and pledging to end cages for hens and farrowing crates for pigs. Read the full details.
The US Department of Defense will halt the use of live animals in combat trauma training from 2026, a major victory for animal welfare campaigners. Read the full story on this landmark policy change.
A luxury turkey farm supplying Harrods has been suspended after activists filmed staff mistreating birds and urinating in pens. The farm is now under investigation.
Zoe Rosenberg, 23, sentenced for taking four chickens from a Perdue poultry plant. She argued it was a rescue, but a jury convicted her of felony conspiracy. Read the full story.
An Oxford University professor and his partner have been prosecuted for animal cruelty after their rabbit, Beano, was found ridden with maggots and close to death. Learn more about this shocking case.
Discover how Americans are embracing turkey adoption programmes, sparing birds from slaughter. Learn about this growing movement and its impact on holiday traditions.
Former Emmerdale star Kelvin Fletcher and wife Liz launch their 120-acre Peak District farm as a wedding venue. This comes as Kelvin faces a torn bicep injury from a charity rugby match.
Shocking animal welfare case sees nearly 200 animals removed from squalid property as RSPCA launches one of its largest ever rescue missions in the UK.
A young foal has died in a devastating farming accident after being spooked by fireworks, impaling itself on machinery in Somerset. The tragic incident has prompted fresh calls for fireworks regulation.
Jeremy Clarkson's farming protégé Kaleb Cooper reveals he ejected a customer from his farm shop after they complained about his celebrity status in a fiery exchange.
A hard-hitting documentary exposes the grim reality of British greyhound racing, revealing shocking welfare concerns and industry neglect that question the sport's future.
Urban explorers made a heartbreaking discovery in an abandoned property - a loyal dog left to fend for himself, surviving alone for weeks in derelict surroundings.
A man has been disqualified from owning animals for five years after RSPCA inspectors discovered severely neglected birds living in filthy conditions, leaving a veterinary professional in tears.
A helpless dog named Sasha was discovered tethered to a street lamp with a poignant note explaining her owner could no longer afford her care, sparking outrage and sympathy across the UK.
New RSPCA data reveals a heartbreaking 31% increase in pet abandonment calls as cost of living crisis bites, with thousands of animals facing uncertain futures.
The New England Aquarium establishes a pioneering retirement community for its oldest penguins, offering specialised care and peaceful golden years for these beloved aquatic birds.
RSPCA and police save dozens of dogs living in squalor during dramatic raid on suspected puppy farm as investigation continues
A monkey that escaped from a Mississippi zoo has been fatally shot by authorities, sparking outrage and raising serious questions about animal containment protocols.
A zoo in Argentina has been permanently closed after authorities discovered severely malnourished lions, bears and other animals living in squalid conditions, sparking international outrage.
Heartwarming rescue mission saves 22 puppies abandoned on busy Utah highway in sweltering heat. The dramatic operation involved multiple agencies working together to give the dogs a second chance at life.
Animal shelters across Britain report black cats are being overlooked by adopters in disturbing numbers, creating a heartbreaking backlog of unwanted pets.
Zoe Rosenberg, founder of Happy Hen Animal Sanctuary, convicted on multiple charges after dramatic rescue operation from California poultry farm sparks fierce debate over animal welfare laws.
The Princess of Wales's sister Pippa Middleton is spearheading animal welfare initiatives at Bucklebury Farm while royal children including Prince George gain hands-on farming experience in the Berkshire countryside.
Indonesia's capital city outlaws brutal dog and cat meat markets following years of campaigning by animal rights activists and health concerns.
Leading veterinary experts reveal how treating pets like human children may be causing serious behavioural and medical issues in our beloved animals.
Discover the perfect rural retreat at Fletcher's Family Farm - where luxury glamping meets authentic farm experiences. Your dream UK staycation awaits with stunning scenery and unforgettable family moments.
An undercover operation reveals shocking conditions at a US poultry facility as activists rescue nearly 200 chickens destined for slaughter, sparking renewed debate about animal welfare standards.
A heartless pet owner has been sentenced after leaving multiple animals to starve in squalid conditions, with RSPCA inspectors discovering a scene of utter neglect in a Midlands property.
A courageous passerby rescued a defenceless cockapoo puppy after witnessing a man attempting to drown the animal in a Manchester canal in what police are treating as intentional cruelty.
A cruel dog owner has been sentenced after her two emaciated pets were discovered living in squalor, with one tragically having to be put down.