The U.K. police force is excited about the innovation of turning police dogs into “Robodogs” as some sections of media call them. They already risk injury and death while tracking criminals, chasing them and restraining, sniffing money, drugs, and firearms, and spend a large part of their life crammed in the back…
Most street pets live uncertain lives despite all the hype. Our streets have long been plagued with homeless people, prompting the UK Government to announce new plans to tackle this pressing issue – often alongside them will live a “faithful dog or cat”, like Bob from “I Am Bob the…
Heroes or unwitting participants? Kuno, a British Military Dog, was recently added to a list of those who have been wounded or killed while on duty. He received a PDSA Dickens Medal for bravery and courage as a hero. Kuno, a 3 year old Belgian Malinois dog, was severely injured…
Be mindful when supporting animal charities: conservation can often cause more harm than good if that is your desired focus. While we all may want our money spent on various causes ranging from conservation of wildlife and welfare of animals to rehoming of animals or helping endangered species – there…
This month, the Japanese whaling ship returned triumphantly from its first commercial three-month hunt. It had almost caught a full quota, 223 whales, which amounted to 1,430 tonnes of frozen meat that costs $140 per kilogram to purchase. The Japanese government, encouraged by its success, wants to spend an additional $48…