Gail Eisnitz: I've spent decades both in the field documenting violations against farm animals, and in my office preparing cases and writing about my investigations in articles and books. But my efforts to expose and prosecute animal abusers were often thwarted by network television producers and law enforcement authorities.
Zoe Rosenberg, a UC Berkeley senior and animal rights activist, faces trial for allegedly stealing four chickens, facing prison time amid her supporters viewing the act as a rescue.
As the New York Post reports, pigeon keepers allege Michael Scott, co-owner Broadway Pigeon & Pet Supplies, kidnaps pigeons from local parks before trafficking them to hunters-a practice that's against the law.
"We know that we can do better moving forward," Amanda Lefton stated, acknowledging the distress caused to communities throughout New York while apologizing for the treatment of P'Nut and Fred.
Governor Tina Kotek is calling for the closure of the primate research center at Oregon Health & Science University, highlighting ongoing ethical concerns related to animal research.
"Public Spaces Protection Orders (PSPOs) increasingly target dogs in urban areas, restricting their presence and activities to combat perceived antisocial behavior, impacting dog owners significantly."