Aiken-area animal advocates offer ideas for pet health in summer sizzle

AIKEN — Avoiding the great outdoors — at least during daylight hours — is a wise possibility for pet owners to consider for their four-legged companions this time of year, in the estimation of some ... Read More

Vet urges pet owners to understand the hidden emotional toll behind providing animal health care

Despite nearly 90% of pet owners viewing their animals as family members, few understand the emotional and practical complexities of providing animal care that veterinarians navigate daily. Read More

Denmark zoo asks public to donate unwanted small pets or horses to feed captive predators

A zoo in Denmark is asking the public for donations of unwanted small pets or horses to feed its captive predators. "In zoos, we have a responsibility to imitate the natural food chain of the animals ... Read More

Aquaculture: Sustainability win or animal welfare nightmare?

Aquaculture is booming. It is the fastest-growing food production method globally, growing around 600% between 1990 and 2020. Many of the world’s fish are now produced via the method, rather than wild ... Read More