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German State Shows Sharp Drop in Euthanized Lab Animals
Thuringia, Germany, saw a 41 percent decrease in euthanized surplus lab animals in 2023 to 6,498, exceeding the national reduction of 22 percent to almost 1.4 million; improved breeding and animal relocation contribute, but complete replacement with alternative methods remains a challenge.
German State Shows Sharp Drop in Euthanized Lab Animals
Thuringia, Germany, saw a 41 percent decrease in euthanized surplus lab animals in 2023 to 6,498, exceeding the national reduction of 22 percent to almost 1.4 million; improved breeding and animal relocation contribute, but complete replacement with alternative methods remains a challenge.
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36% Bias Score
German Poultry Boom Raises Health and Environmental Concerns
Germany's rising poultry consumption, despite overall declining meat consumption, is causing concerns due to intensive farming practices resulting in animal suffering, disease outbreaks, and potential human health risks from antibiotic resistance and unhealthy dietary impacts.
German Poultry Boom Raises Health and Environmental Concerns
Germany's rising poultry consumption, despite overall declining meat consumption, is causing concerns due to intensive farming practices resulting in animal suffering, disease outbreaks, and potential human health risks from antibiotic resistance and unhealthy dietary impacts.
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60% Bias Score
Dutch Marine Park Modifies Shows After Animal Welfare Violations
The Dolfinarium Harderwijk adjusted its dolphin, walrus, and sea lion shows after the RVO cited 20 violations of animal welfare regulations based on videos showing unnatural behavior, such as walruses shaking and dolphins pushing trainers; failure to comply could lead to fines and closure.
Dutch Marine Park Modifies Shows After Animal Welfare Violations
The Dolfinarium Harderwijk adjusted its dolphin, walrus, and sea lion shows after the RVO cited 20 violations of animal welfare regulations based on videos showing unnatural behavior, such as walruses shaking and dolphins pushing trainers; failure to comply could lead to fines and closure.
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40% Bias Score
Booming Llama and Alpaca Treks in Thuringia, Germany: High Demand Meets Animal Welfare Concerns
Llama and alpaca trekking is experiencing a surge in popularity across Thuringia, Germany, with numerous farms reporting high demand despite economic challenges impacting some bookings from welfare organizations; however, animal welfare concerns are raised regarding the suitability of alpacas for cl...
Booming Llama and Alpaca Treks in Thuringia, Germany: High Demand Meets Animal Welfare Concerns
Llama and alpaca trekking is experiencing a surge in popularity across Thuringia, Germany, with numerous farms reporting high demand despite economic challenges impacting some bookings from welfare organizations; however, animal welfare concerns are raised regarding the suitability of alpacas for cl...
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36% Bias Score
Dutch Dog Breeder Sentenced for Neglecting Hundreds of Animals
A Dutch dog breeder and his ex-girlfriend were sentenced for neglecting hundreds of animals living in deplorable conditions at their Eersel breeding facility; the breeder received a 15-month prison sentence (10 months suspended) and a 10-year ban on keeping animals, while his ex-girlfriend received ...
Dutch Dog Breeder Sentenced for Neglecting Hundreds of Animals
A Dutch dog breeder and his ex-girlfriend were sentenced for neglecting hundreds of animals living in deplorable conditions at their Eersel breeding facility; the breeder received a 15-month prison sentence (10 months suspended) and a 10-year ban on keeping animals, while his ex-girlfriend received ...
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28% Bias Score
Cruelty-Free Foie Gras Alternative Developed
A German-Danish team created a foie gras-like paste without force-feeding, using collagen gel, goose/duck fat and liver, and enzymes to mimic texture and taste; this offers a cruelty-free alternative to traditional production.
Cruelty-Free Foie Gras Alternative Developed
A German-Danish team created a foie gras-like paste without force-feeding, using collagen gel, goose/duck fat and liver, and enzymes to mimic texture and taste; this offers a cruelty-free alternative to traditional production.
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48% Bias Score
Animals Asia Rescues Hundreds of Bears from Vietnamese Bile Farms
Animals Asia has rescued over 200 bears from Vietnamese bile farms since 1998, despite legal loopholes and challenges involving wealthy owners; the organization aims to close all bile farms by 2026 and promotes herbal alternatives.
Animals Asia Rescues Hundreds of Bears from Vietnamese Bile Farms
Animals Asia has rescued over 200 bears from Vietnamese bile farms since 1998, despite legal loopholes and challenges involving wealthy owners; the organization aims to close all bile farms by 2026 and promotes herbal alternatives.
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20% Bias Score
UK Cost of Living Crisis Leads to Surge in Pet Abandonment
The Mayhew animal shelter in London reports a surge in pet surrenders due to the UK's rising cost of living, with a 25% increase in pet food prices since the pandemic, forcing owners to make difficult choices, while the RSPCA saw a 32% increase in abandonment notifications in early 2025 compared to ...
UK Cost of Living Crisis Leads to Surge in Pet Abandonment
The Mayhew animal shelter in London reports a surge in pet surrenders due to the UK's rising cost of living, with a 25% increase in pet food prices since the pandemic, forcing owners to make difficult choices, while the RSPCA saw a 32% increase in abandonment notifications in early 2025 compared to ...
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24% Bias Score
Dolfinarium Harderwijk Modifies Animal Shows After Welfare Concerns
Following criticism from the Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO) regarding unnatural animal behavior in its shows, the Dolfinarium Harderwijk has modified its dolphin, walrus, and sea lion presentations to avoid fines up to €10,000 and potential closure; the RVO based its assessment on video evidenc...
Dolfinarium Harderwijk Modifies Animal Shows After Welfare Concerns
Following criticism from the Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO) regarding unnatural animal behavior in its shows, the Dolfinarium Harderwijk has modified its dolphin, walrus, and sea lion presentations to avoid fines up to €10,000 and potential closure; the RVO based its assessment on video evidenc...
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36% Bias Score
Spanish Village Suffers from Mega-Farm Pollution
Residents of As Conchas, Spain, suffer from vomiting and headaches due to water contamination from nearby mega-farms, highlighting the broader issue of industrial livestock farming's impact on human health and the environment.
Spanish Village Suffers from Mega-Farm Pollution
Residents of As Conchas, Spain, suffer from vomiting and headaches due to water contamination from nearby mega-farms, highlighting the broader issue of industrial livestock farming's impact on human health and the environment.
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48% Bias Score
Dutch Dog Breeder Receives 15-Month Sentence for Animal Neglect
A Dutch court sentenced a dog breeder, Jan P., to 15 months in prison (10 months suspended) and a 10-year ban on keeping animals for neglecting hundreds of dogs and other animals living in deplorable conditions at his Eersel facility; his ex-girlfriend received a suspended sentence and community ser...
Dutch Dog Breeder Receives 15-Month Sentence for Animal Neglect
A Dutch court sentenced a dog breeder, Jan P., to 15 months in prison (10 months suspended) and a 10-year ban on keeping animals for neglecting hundreds of dogs and other animals living in deplorable conditions at his Eersel facility; his ex-girlfriend received a suspended sentence and community ser...
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28% Bias Score
Hero Rat Magawa Retires After Discovering 71 Landmines in Cambodia
Magawa, a mine-detecting rat, retired on June 4, 2021, after discovering 71 landmines and numerous explosive devices in Cambodia over five years; he was awarded the PDSA medal for his service, and a new generation of HeroRATS is ready to continue his work.
Hero Rat Magawa Retires After Discovering 71 Landmines in Cambodia
Magawa, a mine-detecting rat, retired on June 4, 2021, after discovering 71 landmines and numerous explosive devices in Cambodia over five years; he was awarded the PDSA medal for his service, and a new generation of HeroRATS is ready to continue his work.
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24% Bias Score
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