Anheuser-Busch says it will no longer amputate the tails of Budweiser's Clydesdales
The beermaker says it will end the practice known as tail docking after it came under pressure by animal rights group PETA.
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Cats are being euthanized at high rates in NC shelters, report shows
Cats are euthanized at high rates in North Carolina animal shelters, according to a report released by the state department of agriculture.
Beagles bred for lab research at Virginia facility to be rehomed in North Carolina
Nearly 100 beagles bred for laboratory research at a facility in Virginia are now set to be rehomed in North Carolina.
Is breeding bulldogs cruel? Animal groups debate how to make them healthier
With smushed-in faces and compact bodies, bulldogs are prone to health problems. A court in Norway recently banned breeding them, sparking an international debate.
Germany's Proposed Dog Walking Law Stirs Consternation Among Pet Owners
"Two hours of walking will soon be mandatory?" asks one headline in the German press. "Is the paternalism going too far?" demands another.
Is Grass-Fed Beef Really Better For The Planet? Here's The Science
There are many elements to consider: climate, animal welfare, greenhouse gas emissions, land use. And with so many factors at play, sometimes the answer gets complicated.
Maine Asks Restaurant To Stop Giving Lobsters Cannabis Before Boiling Them
The owner of the eatery says she's giving compassionate cannabis to the crustaceans so that they don't feel pain. But the state isn't sure the practice is in line with health regulations.
French Butchers Ask For Protection After Threats From Militant Vegans
Butchers are an integral part of French life, and are known for carefully sourcing their meat. But now some are being targeted by extreme vegans who use vandalism to draw attention to their cause.
USDA Defies Advisers, Allows Carrageenan To Keep Organic Label
The Department of Agriculture says organic-food makers can keep using carrageenan, a thickener made from seaweed. It's the second time this year that it has reversed an organic board's recommendation.
Do Backyard Chickens Need More Rules?
Drawn in by fresh eggs, or the possibility of feathered friends, people continue to flock toward backyard chickens. One researcher wonders if local laws are doing enough to keep people and birds safe.