The Summerland rodeo Grounds has closed all equestrian activities due to an outbreak of strangles, a highly contagious bacterial infection affecting horses' respiratory systems, in the Okanagan Valley. The infection has been confirmed in Kelowna and West Kelowna, with...
A viral TikTok video showcasing the Helen McCoy Loop hiking trail in Chino Hills, California, has led to a surge of visitors eager to see the animals at the nearby Red Bucket Rescue and Sanctuary. The sanctuary, home to...
The U.S. Equestrian Federation (USEF) has introduced a new voluntary service called the Lifetime Care Contact feature, designed to provide a safety net for horses recorded with the federation. This free program allows breeders, former owners, riders, trainers, and...
A proposed Vermont bill, H578, aims to address the financial and logistical challenges faced by animal shelters caring for abused animals seized during cruelty investigations. Sponsored by Rep. Emilie Krasnow, the legislation would require defendants accused of animal abuse...
California is currently experiencing its worst animal shelter crisis, with shelters overwhelmed by an unprecedented influx of dogs and cats while adoptions, foster homes, and funding lag behind. Many healthy animals are being euthanized simply because they remain unseen...
The Huasteca Potosina region in eastern San Luis Potosí, known for its rich ecological and cultural heritage, has recently gained attention as a major paleontological site after the accidental discovery of over 750 fossilized bones from Ice Age megafauna...