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BBC News
09-06-2025
- BBC News
Life ban for Malton man who mistreated two wild birds
A man found guilty of mistreating two injured wild birds has been given a lifetime ban on keeping Jefferson, 30, from Malton, was found by an RSPCA inspector to be keeping a jackdaw with a damaged foot and a pigeon with a broken wing in a pen at his birds had suffered the effects of marijuana, with the jackdaw found with a bell around its neck and its claws painted with nail polish and the pigeon found with a wing wrapped in gaffer tape, the court was given an 18-month community order and ordered to pay £194 towards the costs of the case having admitted two offences under the Animal Welfare Act. The court heard the birds had been seen by RSPCA Inspector Laura Barber during a visit to Jefferson's home in Scarborough for an unrelated matter in June told the court Jefferson claimed to have found both birds injured, but had not sought veterinary treatment for either. The court was told on 2 June that Jefferson had been treating the jackdaw with an immune protection vitamin paste, later identified as a paste used to treat cats. It was described by Insp Barber as appearing "quiet, withdrawn and lethargic".When vets later examined it they found it had a dislocated toe, with "sparkly glittery nail polish" painted on each of its vet added: "Marijuana toxicity could explain the lethargic, glazed demeanour of this bird in an environment that would usually cause panic."The bird was treated for dehydration before being transported to an RSPCA wildlife RSPCA spokesperson said the wood pigeon had been put down as a result of the damage caused by "inappropriate use of the grey gaffer tape". Insp Barber added: "Keeping these injured wild birds was unlawful. "Whatever the intentions towards the birds, this was not an appropriate way to treat them." Listen to highlights from North Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North.
India Gazette
08-06-2025
- General
- India Gazette
Prashant Advait Foundation honoured with
Greater Noida (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 8 (ANI): The Prashant Advait Foundation received the 'Best Animal Welfare Organisation' Award in recognition of its work saving over a million animals and fostering compassion through spiritual clarity. The Green Society of India presented the award to the Foundation at the World Environment Expo 2025 held at India Expo Mart in Greater Noida. The award honours the Foundation's unmatched work in 2024 in promoting compassionate living and directly saving the lives of more than a million animals via awareness campaigns. Pradeep Vaghasiya (COO) and Devesh Mittal (CTO) accepted the award on behalf of the Foundation. 'This award is not just for the Foundation; it belongs to every individual who chose compassion over consumption,' Devesh Mittal said during the ceremony. The foundation actively works to protect animals from cruelty and exploitation and highlights the teachings of Vedanta. 'Our goal is to create a society that views animal welfare as the most basic manifestation of human responsibility and intelligence, not as charity. With the help of Acharya Prashant and the teachings of Vedanta, we're helping people see that animal cruelty is not just an external issue, it's a reflection of inner ignorance,' he added. Pradeep Vaghasiya further continued. 'When inner clarity dawns, true welfare begins.' In 2024, the Foundation's efforts helped over 50,000 families move away from animal-based products. The Foundation also played a major role in reducing animal sacrifices at the Gadhimai Festival, the world's largest animal sacrifice event. In contrast to traditional welfare organisations, the Foundation's strategy is based on spiritual awakening. It answers cruelty through raising human consciousness. Rooted in Vedanta, the Foundation's goal is to inspire individuals to bring about an internal revolution. Through awareness campaigns and extensive public outreach, it seeks to establish a sustainable future for all living things. As the world celebrates another World Environment Day, the recognition of PrashantAdvait Foundation reminds us that lasting change comes not from external policies alone but from a change of heart and mind. (ANI)
South China Morning Post
07-06-2025
- General
- South China Morning Post
Does Hong Kong know it's Eid ul-Adha?
Feel strongly about these letters, or any other aspects of the news? Share your views by emailing us your Letter to the Editor at letters@ or filling in this Google form . Submissions should not exceed 400 words, and must include your full name and address, plus a phone number for verification This year, Eid ul-Adha is being celebrated today in Hong Kong, as in many other Muslim communities across Asia. Often called the 'Festival of Sacrifice', it is one of the most important events in the Islamic calendar. It commemorates the profound faith and obedience of the prophet Ibrahim, who was willing to sacrifice his son in submission to God's will. At the last moment, God provided a ram to be sacrificed instead. The ritual sacrifice of an animal – usually a sheep, goat or cow – is central to the celebration. But Eid ul-Adha is about far more than the act of slaughter. It is a time of reflection, generosity and community spirit. The meat is traditionally divided into three portions: one for family, one for friends and neighbours, and one for the less fortunate. Despite its deep spiritual and social significance, Eid ul-Adha has attracted controversy in Western media, particularly over animal welfare. It is important to clarify that Islamic law places great emphasis on kindness towards animals. The animal to be sacrificed must be healthy, treated gently and slaughtered swiftly with a sharp knife while invoking God.
Yahoo
05-06-2025
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- Yahoo
Animal Welfare Department expands days of service at westside shelter
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The City of Albuquerque Animal Welfare Department is expanding the Westside shelter's days of service. How a cat cafe in Albuquerque is helping felines find homes Beginning Monday, June 9, the shelter will now be open seven days a week with operational hours of 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. and pet viewing from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. 'This expansion is about giving every pet in our care the best chance at a loving home,' Director of Animal Welfare Carolyn Ortega stated in a news release. 'Being open seven days a week at both locations allows us to better serve our community and meet the increased needs of the summer season. We're calling on Albuquerque residents to step up — adopt, foster, volunteer, and help us save lives.' Visit to see available pets. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Daily Mail
02-06-2025
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- Daily Mail
Man, 50, who battered his XL Bully with a baseball bat and threw bricks at her walks free from court - and dog had to be put down
An animal abuser who repeatedly hit his XL Bully with a baseball bat and threw bricks at her has managed to walk free from court with just a suspended prison sentence. James Campbell, a 50-year-old from Birkenhead, just outside Liverpool, was filmed chucking brocks and pans of water at 21-month-old dog Zeus, which he repeatedly abused in the back garden of his home on Harrowby Road. A witness who provided evidence in the case, heard at Liverpool Magistrates Court, said they also saw Campbell grabbing the dog by its neck, headbutting and violently shouting at her. Following an investigation and prosecution by the RSPCA, he was handed an eight-week prison sentence, suspended for 12 months, and a six-year ban on keeping animals, as well as a £200 fine. He admitted to violating the Animal Welfare act at a previous hearing. Liverpool Magistrates Court was told that Zeus was removed from Campbell's care on August 8 2024 following concerns that he was abusing her. He told cops that his wrist was injured after the dog had bitten him, and that he had acted in self defence against the dog's 'frustrating' behaviour. He had owned her for just a few months, and failed to get an exemption certification to keep her, since she was a banned breed. As a result, she was put down by a vet after he signed her over to authorities. A vet who viewed footage of the incident told the court that significant swelling to the dog's head indicated just how hard she was hit. The vet said: 'Swelling of this size indicates the hit was relatively strong. A reasonable owner would have sought veterinary care in the case of any injuries noticed on the dog's body. That help was not provided. 'The owner admitted he threw bricks at the dog's abdominal area. This can lead to internal bleeding, organ injuries and death in extreme cases. Having reviewed the dog's body language, she is trying to avoid and escape the torment. 'This again indicates she is being exposed to a situation she does not want to be in. 'Dogs suffer mentally while beating, these sort of situations are very stressful for them, especially when they have no safe space to escape to or hide. 'Considering the video evidence and witness statements it is clear that Zeus suffered repeated acts of physical violence. 'These acts were forceful and caused significant injuries. Any dogs, especially newly rehomed dogs can behave in frustrating ways - that includes chewing objects and ignoring owners commands. 'That is not an excuse for beating. This sort of behaviour is unacceptable.' Campbell told RSPCA Inspector Anthony Joynes that he had hit the dog 'three or four times' with a baseball bat in self defence. Though he denied headbutting her, he admitted that he may have thrown small bricks at her at least twice. Speaking after the case Inspector Joynes said: 'Zeus was subjected to violent and senseless abuse at the hands of Campbell on a number of occasions. 'The witness said they had never seen her behave aggressively, and the self-defence injuries Campbell claimed to have suffered just didn't add up. 'It's heartbreaking that many dogs like Zeus have been and will be euthanised simply because they are considered to be dangerous because they look a certain way.' Since December 2023, it has been illegal to sell, give away, abandon or breed XL Bullies. It is also illegal to rehome or transfer ownership of the violent breed, and from February 2024 it has been a criminal offence to own one without an exemption certificate.
