By John Vibes Two entrepreneurs from Mexico have recently launched an organic vegan leather that is made entirely of materials taken from the nopal cactus, which is also sometimes known as the prickly-pear. The material is also biodegradable and can be used in a variety…
By Elias Marat The fight against illegal animal poaching has exacted a high toll on communities around the world as smugglers and organized crime groups constantly gain the upper-hand on corrupt officials and militarized law enforcement bodies, leading some researchers with the United Nations to…
By Amanda Froelich Being vegan doesn’t always mean being a responsible advocate for the planet. For example, some “ethical” eaters rely on food shipped from other countries (such as bananas, papaya, and mango) to subsist. Others regularly buy plastic-based attire (such as vegan “leather”) to avoid…
The Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine praised an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) decision to phase out animal testing of chemical products. EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler announced today that animal testing will be substantially reduced in six years and phased out by 2035. The change comes…
By John Vibes Days after the catastrophic Hurricane Dorian left a path of destruction in the Bahamas, many residents of the islands have been left with nothing. There were few structures left standing on many of the islands after the slow-moving hurricane hovered over the…
By Dulce Ruby The Facts: In a recent study, researchers at the universities of Sussex and Portsmouth have discovered that horses can recognize and recall human expression. Reflect On: We are all interconnected and it is beautiful to see more studies coming up that clearly…
By Dulce Ruby The Facts: America has finally announced its first no-kill state: Delaware. All brick-and-mortar shelters in the First State have at least a 90% save rate which qualifies it as the very first full state working to lead a no-kill movement. Reflect On:…
By Jordan Davidson, EcoWatch Pet owners around the country are seeing their beloved canines perish after letting them cool off in waters harboring toxic algae. Dogs in North Carolina, Georgia and Texas have all died recently after swimming in waters covered in a harmful algae bloom,…
By Sara Tipton Man (or woman’s) best friend has long been considered the dog. Dogs add so much joy to our lives that it is difficult to not think of them as members of our family. Because of that, we’ve decided to put together a…
By Amanda Froelich If you visit the UK this summer, be sure to stop by the best (and only) vegan pizzeria: Purezza. Not only does the award-winning restaurant offer delectable pizzas but it has also committed to donating 100% of the profits from its new…
By Christine Calder, Mississippi State University The Fourth of July can be a miserable day for dogs. The fireworks make scaredy-cats out of many canines. That’s because dogs, like humans, are hardwired to be afraid of sudden, loud noises. It is what keeps them safe….
By Daisy Luther We recently reported that several expensive brands of dog food could potentially cause heart disease in your furry friends. Now, other brands have come to light for possibly increasing the risk of dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) in dogs. The FDA’s investigation has found…
By Daisy Luther Sometimes even when you get the most expensive brands of dog food to pamper your pet, you still end up giving him something harmful. We’ve seen this with numerous dog food recalls in the past. Such is the case with three specific…
By Elias Marat Harsh winters in Russia’s Siberia region often claims the lives of house pets, who can fall prey to frostbite and the surgical amputation of their limbs. With little ability to survive, this frequently leads to the poor creatures being euthanized. However, a…
By Mayukh Saha While we’ve succeeded in domesticating different kinds of animals over the centuries, mankind’s greatest achievement is none other than the bond we’ve built with dogs. Unlike other animals, dogs crave the love and affection of humans and pups start vying for attention…
By Mayukh Saha There are a number of people on this planet who really love animals and engage actively in caring for them. One animal group which gets a lot of the attention are dogs. And why shouldn’t they? They are our lovable 4-legged friends…
By Mayukh Saha The giant designer company Prada has claimed that it wouldn’t produce clothes made of fur anymore, starting from 2020. This doesn’t really come as a shock all around, because they have now joined a growing list of clothing designers who have been…
By Elias Marat It’s no secret that dogs love to sniff around. Take your dog for a walk and chances are they’ll spend most of their time sniffing about, using their storied olfactory abilities to take in as much of the world around them as…
By Mayukh Saha The world’s very first circus show has opened its doors to people – well that would be inaccurate as it is the planet’s first holographic circus! Most of us across the planet are well-versed about the horrors and the poor life that…
By Mac Slavo Your dog is most likely not going to be forgotten when the SHTF, so why not have a contingency plan for him? Your beloved pet might be able to help you get through a catastrophe, as long as you make plans in…
