Animals' Week in Review


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Lawsuit to Save Bear Stuck at Pennsylvania Ice Cream Shop

Ricky the bear has endured 18 years in an undersized chain-link and concrete cage with very little enrichment and poor overall care. Watch Ricky's video:

Bears require large, environmentally complex spaces in which to engage in their typical movements, such as bathing, exploring, climbing, and denning. Yet Ricky is confined to a small chain-link and concrete pen without enrichment or protection from the weather. And she has been in these conditions despite public complaints. 

ALDF filed the lawsuit on behalf of concerned Pennsylvania residents against Jim Mack’s Ice Cream for displaying Ricky in inhumane and dangerous conditions. The lawsuit argues that the conditions of Ricky’s confinement also pose a threat to public safety at the Lincoln Highway-based store. 

ALDF's pledge has reached over 12,000 signatures, a Care2 petition has reached over 100,000 signatures, and celebrityRicky Gervais recently took up her cause on social media.

Classify Monarch Butterfly as Endangered


Monarch butterflyThe monarch butterfly, an important pollinator, is quickly disappearing. Sign this petition and urge the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to support the species by listing it as endangered.

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Ban Foie Gras in Restaurants


Foie GrasThe ban on foie gras has been lifted in California, allowing farmers to force feed ducks and geese for human consumption. Sign this petition and urge the governor of California to end this cruel animal abuse.

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Punish Ranch Owners for Neglecting Horses


horse-ranchFourteen abused, emaciated horses were found on a Florida ranch. Demand that the ranch owners be severely punished for their heartless neglect and see that they are prevented from owning animals in the future.

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Save Mohave Desert Lizard


Gila MonsterThe Gila monster is a unique lizard found in Utah's Mojave Desert, however, its population has been facing a steady decline due to urbanization of the area. Please help to save this amazing creature.

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Stop Pet Stores from Selling Inhumanely Bred Dogs


800px-Boxer_puppy_fawn_portraiPet stores purchase the majority of their for-sale animals from inhumane puppy mills, without having to disclose that fact to the consumer. Urge state government officials to enforce stricter animal health and safety requirements to help protect pets and consumers.

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Stop Pet Stores from Selling Inhumanely Bred Dogs


800px-Boxer_puppy_fawn_portraiPet stores purchase the majority of their for-sale animals from inhumane puppy mills, without having to disclose that fact to the consumer. Urge state government officials to enforce stricter animal health and safety requirements to help protect pets and consumers.

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Punish Man Who Tortured Dog on Camera


husky-shibaA Minnesota man was convicted for brutally torturing and killing his girlfriend's dog in cold blood. Please sign this petition to ensure that he receives the maximum punishment to get justice for this innocent pet.

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Punish Man Who Tortured Dog on Camera


husky-shibaA Minnesota man was convicted for brutally torturing and killing his girlfriend's dog in cold blood. Please sign this petition to ensure that he receives the maximum punishment to get justice for this innocent pet.

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End Inhumane and Unnecessary Coyote-Killing Contest


coyoteA fourth annual coyote killing contest has just been held in Alberta. These competitions glorify the reckless massacre of precious wildlife. Urge local officials to put an end to this unnecessary slaughter

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Praise Group for Healing Koalas with Burnt Paws


KoalaMany koalas are suffering from burns caused by bush fires in Australia. Sign this petition to thank the International Fund for Animal Welfare for working hard to provide treatment and care for these kind creatures.

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Thank Humane Society for Rescuing Dogs from Meat Farm


sad dogDogs across South Korea are raised on meat farms to be slaughtered for food. Thank the Humane Society International for successfully shutting down a farm, rescuing the dogs, and helping to end this cruel trade.

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Protect Unique Aquatic Snail


shellA unique, endangered aquatic snail still faces many threats in its habitat, including agricultural pollution, groundwater pumping, and invasive species. Help restore the species by demanding protection for its habitat.

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Success: Egg-Laying Hens Given Larger Enclosures


chicken coopEggs sold in California are now required to come from hens that have larger enclosures. Thank California's governor and the voters who pushed for the humane treatment of egg-laying hens.

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Demand Protection for Tufted Puffins


Tufted puffinThe tufted puffin has experienced severe population declines due to climate change, oil spills, and loss of safe nesting grounds. Take action now to help save this gorgeous seabird from extinction.

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Save Deer from Mine Expansion


Mule deerA deer population will suffer from the proposed expansion of a gold mine that plans to run through its migratory route. Take action now to protect treasured wildlife from development.

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Save Animals from Abusive Breeders


breedingAnimals are being treated like online auction items by irresponsible breeders. New regulations are giving more freedom to breeders when they should be more closely monitored. Speak out to protect the welfare of animals who are sold to new homes online.

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Praise Twins for Donating to Local Animal Shelter


800px-2008-06-28_Ruby_beggingTwo young girls generously donated food and toys to their local animal adoption center. Please sign this petition to thank the girls for helping animals find their forever homes.

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Protect Endangered Species from International Trade


manateeCanada has put the survival of 76 endangered plant and animal species at risk by refusing to agree to their addition to an international trade agreement. Demand that Canada join the rest of the world in protecting these threatened creatures.

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Implement Strict Ivory Ban


elephants-194250_1280Elephant and rhinoceros populations are severely threatened by the ivory trade. Urge lawmakers to enforce stricter ivory trade regulations and help protect endangered animals across the world.

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Stop the Horrific Slaughter of Dogs for Leather


saddog.jpegDogs are being slaughtered by the hundreds in Chinese leather processing facilities. They are being bludgeoned over the head before having their skins ripped off and made into leather products, which are then shipped around the world to unwitting customers. Encourage the Chinese government to pass laws against such cruelty.

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