http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/ Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:18:37 +0000 MyBB http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=9471 Thu, 06 Aug 2026 06:05:11 +0000 Catherine]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=9471 They will probably be deported and banned from returning to Iceland.
Iceland is one of the few countries that still hunts whales. They don't really eat whale meat anymore and there is little market for it globally, but they are still hunting whales.

https://apnews.com/article/iceland-whali...8bd3780002

I think  the crew of the Bandero knew they would be seized. They are boldly trying to stop whaling ships. 
Even if they can't stop the whalers,  they are making the public aware that whaling is still going on.
Iceland comes so close to banning whaling and then it issues permits and it starts back up.
I don't know what it will take to end whaling. The pressure from  anti whaling groups does help the cause.]]> They will probably be deported and banned from returning to Iceland.
Iceland is one of the few countries that still hunts whales. They don't really eat whale meat anymore and there is little market for it globally, but they are still hunting whales.

https://apnews.com/article/iceland-whali...8bd3780002

I think  the crew of the Bandero knew they would be seized. They are boldly trying to stop whaling ships. 
Even if they can't stop the whalers,  they are making the public aware that whaling is still going on.
Iceland comes so close to banning whaling and then it issues permits and it starts back up.
I don't know what it will take to end whaling. The pressure from  anti whaling groups does help the cause.]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=9450 Tue, 21 Jul 2026 06:25:43 +0000 Catherine]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=9450
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/hamilton/...-9.7276986

The first six will fly out of Pearson Airport. Four are going to An Aquarium in Chicago and two are going to Texas.
The rest will be moved soon.
Rescue is a relative term. They are not going to a sea sanctuary. They are going to different aquariums.
The whales have been together and now will be split up.
They are being moved. Will they survive the trip and what kind of life will they have in future.]]>
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/hamilton/...-9.7276986

The first six will fly out of Pearson Airport. Four are going to An Aquarium in Chicago and two are going to Texas.
The rest will be moved soon.
Rescue is a relative term. They are not going to a sea sanctuary. They are going to different aquariums.
The whales have been together and now will be split up.
They are being moved. Will they survive the trip and what kind of life will they have in future.]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=9437 Sat, 11 Jul 2026 06:35:27 +0000 Catherine]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=9437
https://www.reuters.com/business/environ...026-07-10/

A reptile breeding facility was aught in the same storm and hundreds of snakes escaped.

https://www.discoverwildlife.com/animal-...kes-escape


It is a serious situation as far as all the animals are concerned.
Animals should not have been caged so that they could drown.
It should not have been possible for so many animals to escape.

The real issue here is preparedness. Neither facility was prepared for the level of disaster they faced.
Extreme weather incidents are becoming the norm. Places that deal with animals need to have safety plans. They need to think over how to keep their animals and the public safe in an emergency.

Other zoos have been caught in weather situations. A zoo in Florida was in the path of a hurricane. They put all their flamingos in a public bathroom, because it was strong enough to protect them. They have built more structures since them. Canadian zoos have generators incase the power fails. Buildings must be kept warm in the winter.

What happened in China was sad. Now they need to make sure it can't happen again.]]>
https://www.reuters.com/business/environ...026-07-10/

A reptile breeding facility was aught in the same storm and hundreds of snakes escaped.

https://www.discoverwildlife.com/animal-...kes-escape


It is a serious situation as far as all the animals are concerned.
Animals should not have been caged so that they could drown.
It should not have been possible for so many animals to escape.

The real issue here is preparedness. Neither facility was prepared for the level of disaster they faced.
Extreme weather incidents are becoming the norm. Places that deal with animals need to have safety plans. They need to think over how to keep their animals and the public safe in an emergency.

Other zoos have been caught in weather situations. A zoo in Florida was in the path of a hurricane. They put all their flamingos in a public bathroom, because it was strong enough to protect them. They have built more structures since them. Canadian zoos have generators incase the power fails. Buildings must be kept warm in the winter.

What happened in China was sad. Now they need to make sure it can't happen again.]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=9412 Sun, 28 Jun 2026 05:30:40 +0000 Catherine]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=9412

https://southdakotasearchlight.com/2026/...s-injured/

When you read the story, the couple continued to follow the Bison, getting closer with each encounter. That would have been considered a threat by the Bison.
I am sorry the woman was killed, but people are warned that Bison are dangerous.

https://cowboystatedaily.com/2026/06/11/...tate-park/


Fortunately the Bison is going to be okay. He will be moved to a less public place. The Rosebud Sioux Tribe will be taking him in.
He can live his life safely there with no further contact with the public.

This is the best outcome we could hope for.]]>

https://southdakotasearchlight.com/2026/...s-injured/

When you read the story, the couple continued to follow the Bison, getting closer with each encounter. That would have been considered a threat by the Bison.
I am sorry the woman was killed, but people are warned that Bison are dangerous.

https://cowboystatedaily.com/2026/06/11/...tate-park/


Fortunately the Bison is going to be okay. He will be moved to a less public place. The Rosebud Sioux Tribe will be taking him in.
He can live his life safely there with no further contact with the public.

This is the best outcome we could hope for.]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=9404 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 00:16:34 +0000 Catherine]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=9404 What about the deer and elk?
Animal justice has been working to protect them and find out what is happening.
They can't get clear answers on how many deer and elk there are.
Permits have been issued to move them, but they are not getting answers about where they are going.
It is possible they are going for slaughter.

https://animaljustice.ca/blog/marineland...-slaughter

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/hamilton/...-9.7242376

These deer and elk have been there for years, entertaining the public and bringing in money for Marineland.
They deserve better than this. They may not get better, but they deserve better.]]> What about the deer and elk?
Animal justice has been working to protect them and find out what is happening.
They can't get clear answers on how many deer and elk there are.
Permits have been issued to move them, but they are not getting answers about where they are going.
It is possible they are going for slaughter.

https://animaljustice.ca/blog/marineland...-slaughter

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/hamilton/...-9.7242376

These deer and elk have been there for years, entertaining the public and bringing in money for Marineland.
They deserve better than this. They may not get better, but they deserve better.]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=9363 Thu, 21 May 2026 06:14:42 +0000 Catherine]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=9363 The bears are being moved to the Wild Animal Sanctuary in Colorado. The place is home to 1000 large carnivores.
It is a 2000 km journey, but it will end with them in a place where they will live almost as wild. They have never been wild so this is the 
closest they can come to natural life.

https://www.msn.com/en-ca/news/canada/ma...d8ab&ei=76


The Wild Animal Sanctuary in Colorado sounds like an amazing place. They are dedicated to providing homes for captive wildlife.

https://www.turpentinecreek.org/about/ab...AoQAvD_BwE


Shutting down places  like Marineland is just part of the picture. Animals that lived in Marineland now have to be provided for.
The bears are going to a better place. Let's hope the Belugas and dolphins do as well.]]> The bears are being moved to the Wild Animal Sanctuary in Colorado. The place is home to 1000 large carnivores.
It is a 2000 km journey, but it will end with them in a place where they will live almost as wild. They have never been wild so this is the 
closest they can come to natural life.

https://www.msn.com/en-ca/news/canada/ma...d8ab&ei=76


The Wild Animal Sanctuary in Colorado sounds like an amazing place. They are dedicated to providing homes for captive wildlife.

https://www.turpentinecreek.org/about/ab...AoQAvD_BwE


Shutting down places  like Marineland is just part of the picture. Animals that lived in Marineland now have to be provided for.
The bears are going to a better place. Let's hope the Belugas and dolphins do as well.]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=9326 Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:39:00 +0000 Catherine]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=9326 Populations are weakened. A solution to the problem has been found. They have created rope bridges across the roads. The orangutans have used the bridge to cross the road. This reunites two populations and allows genetic diversity.

https://www.theguardian.com/environment/...pecies-aoe

We can do this. We can fix the problems we have created with our roads. In some places rope bridges are all they need.
In some places there are wildlife tunnels and wildlife overpasses. Each road has different animals that need to cross it.
Every place we do something like this life is better for everyone. We need to do something everywhere that animals are at risk because of our roads.]]> Populations are weakened. A solution to the problem has been found. They have created rope bridges across the roads. The orangutans have used the bridge to cross the road. This reunites two populations and allows genetic diversity.

https://www.theguardian.com/environment/...pecies-aoe

We can do this. We can fix the problems we have created with our roads. In some places rope bridges are all they need.
In some places there are wildlife tunnels and wildlife overpasses. Each road has different animals that need to cross it.
Every place we do something like this life is better for everyone. We need to do something everywhere that animals are at risk because of our roads.]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=9299 Fri, 10 Apr 2026 05:11:34 +0000 Catherine]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=9299 Yes this is as bad as it sounds. Our nature hating, tree cutting premier has done it again. Now our endangered species are left even more vulnerable
without legal protection.


https://thenarwhal.ca/ontario-species-co...-enforced/


The government focus is now on mining, road building and construction.
They won't be until they bulldoze everything.  They don't care if a species goes extinct.
They just care about money.]]> Yes this is as bad as it sounds. Our nature hating, tree cutting premier has done it again. Now our endangered species are left even more vulnerable
without legal protection.


https://thenarwhal.ca/ontario-species-co...-enforced/


The government focus is now on mining, road building and construction.
They won't be until they bulldoze everything.  They don't care if a species goes extinct.
They just care about money.]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=9253 Fri, 20 Mar 2026 05:37:05 +0000 Catherine]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=9253 It was decided to remove it surgically/ It was a success and they saved al, but one of her toes. 
A few months later, Masaya gave birth and is well enough to care for her baby, Lagertha, who is doing very well.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cd9vddvx1j0o

It was brave to attempt the surgery, but it certainly paid off.
It is beautiful to see mother and baby doing so well together.]]> It was decided to remove it surgically/ It was a success and they saved al, but one of her toes. 
A few months later, Masaya gave birth and is well enough to care for her baby, Lagertha, who is doing very well.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cd9vddvx1j0o

It was brave to attempt the surgery, but it certainly paid off.
It is beautiful to see mother and baby doing so well together.]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=9209 Tue, 24 Feb 2026 05:52:08 +0000 Catherine]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=9209 The physical conditions of the kennels were bad. The dogs were also not given the attention they required.

https://www.businessinsider.com/military...ays-2026-2

This is very bad. These are working dogs who serve their country. They don't even get regular walks or play time.
It makes no sense because the dogs end up not being able to serve. For the dogs to do their best, they need the best of treatment.
I wonder what happens to the dogs who can no longer work?]]> The physical conditions of the kennels were bad. The dogs were also not given the attention they required.

https://www.businessinsider.com/military...ays-2026-2

This is very bad. These are working dogs who serve their country. They don't even get regular walks or play time.
It makes no sense because the dogs end up not being able to serve. For the dogs to do their best, they need the best of treatment.
I wonder what happens to the dogs who can no longer work?]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=9030 Thu, 22 Jan 2026 06:22:06 +0000 Catherine]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=9030
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/manitoba/...-9.7055470

Never underestimate the power of people who care for a cause. Animal lovers are a strong group when they act together.
We have changed things over the years when we have raised our voices together.
Well done Winnipeg bird lovers.]]>
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/manitoba/...-9.7055470

Never underestimate the power of people who care for a cause. Animal lovers are a strong group when they act together.
We have changed things over the years when we have raised our voices together.
Well done Winnipeg bird lovers.]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=9009 Sat, 10 Jan 2026 06:32:17 +0000 Catherine]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=9009 The thinking is that your pet needs a vet, when it needs a vet, not during limited clinic hours. When your pet is unwell or needs a procedure, the pet needs you there and you need to be there. Animals heal better under these conditions.

https://nowtoronto.com/news/new-toronto-...g-surgery/

This is the first of its kind of vet hospital in Toronto, but there are other locations.

https://www.veg.com/


I like the concept. A frightened pet needs its people right there with it. Our pets must feel abandoned when we hand them over to strangers.
We need to be there too.
When I think of the times I handed an animal over and just got a vague phone call later saying the pet died, I still feel unsure. I wasn't there so I will never really know what happened. How did the pet die? Why did the pet die? I still think my cat would have survived surgery if I had been there when she woke up.
She would have woken up in pain, without me present and it was too much for her. 
If this hospital can prevent this from happening, then this is a very good thing.]]> The thinking is that your pet needs a vet, when it needs a vet, not during limited clinic hours. When your pet is unwell or needs a procedure, the pet needs you there and you need to be there. Animals heal better under these conditions.

https://nowtoronto.com/news/new-toronto-...g-surgery/

This is the first of its kind of vet hospital in Toronto, but there are other locations.

https://www.veg.com/


I like the concept. A frightened pet needs its people right there with it. Our pets must feel abandoned when we hand them over to strangers.
We need to be there too.
When I think of the times I handed an animal over and just got a vague phone call later saying the pet died, I still feel unsure. I wasn't there so I will never really know what happened. How did the pet die? Why did the pet die? I still think my cat would have survived surgery if I had been there when she woke up.
She would have woken up in pain, without me present and it was too much for her. 
If this hospital can prevent this from happening, then this is a very good thing.]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=9005 Wed, 07 Jan 2026 05:34:02 +0000 Catherine]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=9005 The videos were sent to the police. The man was arrested. The dog, a yellow lab named Peaches is in the care of Animal Services.
The man has been charged with a number of offences including causing pain and suffering to an animal and uttering threats against the animal.
He has applied to get his dog back.
He did not get his dog back!

https://www.ctvnews.ca/toronto/article/t...-pet-back/

I am glad he was charged. I am even more glad he didn't get the dog back. They have too many videos of him threatening the dog and saying he plans to hurt her or even kill her. He might claim she was well cared for, but there is a lot of video evidence  that she is also in danger of abuse from him.

I don't know what will happen to peaches, but I hope there is a loving home in her future. She deserves the best.]]> The videos were sent to the police. The man was arrested. The dog, a yellow lab named Peaches is in the care of Animal Services.
The man has been charged with a number of offences including causing pain and suffering to an animal and uttering threats against the animal.
He has applied to get his dog back.
He did not get his dog back!

https://www.ctvnews.ca/toronto/article/t...-pet-back/

I am glad he was charged. I am even more glad he didn't get the dog back. They have too many videos of him threatening the dog and saying he plans to hurt her or even kill her. He might claim she was well cared for, but there is a lot of video evidence  that she is also in danger of abuse from him.

I don't know what will happen to peaches, but I hope there is a loving home in her future. She deserves the best.]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8988 Wed, 31 Dec 2025 07:05:00 +0000 Catherine]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8988 The real problem now will be the future of bears still on bear farms. There are some sanctuaries, but not enough for the number of bears. 
This still needs to be sorted out. 

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-12-30/s.../106188716

https://www.ctvnews.ca/climate-and-envir...heir-bile/

It may take time to move all the bears, but  at least the bile extraction has to stop. 
Hopefully places will  be found for the bears in various sanctuaries. They may have to be moved to other countries. 
Maybe some zoos around the world could take some bears. Sadly they can't be returned to the wild to live natural lives. Some of them were bred in captivity and have spent their whole lives on bile farms. Even after we end industries that exploit animals, the animals don't always have good lives.]]> The real problem now will be the future of bears still on bear farms. There are some sanctuaries, but not enough for the number of bears. 
This still needs to be sorted out. 

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-12-30/s.../106188716

https://www.ctvnews.ca/climate-and-envir...heir-bile/

It may take time to move all the bears, but  at least the bile extraction has to stop. 
Hopefully places will  be found for the bears in various sanctuaries. They may have to be moved to other countries. 
Maybe some zoos around the world could take some bears. Sadly they can't be returned to the wild to live natural lives. Some of them were bred in captivity and have spent their whole lives on bile farms. Even after we end industries that exploit animals, the animals don't always have good lives.]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8979 Fri, 26 Dec 2025 08:39:24 +0000 Catherine]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8979 Local cat lovers are not happy with the move. 


https://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/hawa...-128698731

There are a lot of feral cats in Hawaii. They are descended from cats that were brought to the island in the 18th century.
They are very destructive of local wildlife. 
Just feeding the cats is not a good idea. They will continue to multiply. They need to be trapped and neutered. Otherwise the problem will get worse each year.
Just banning the feeding could make things worse. Hungry cats will hunt local wildlife more frequently. People who openly feed cats could feed them in secret.
The whole situation will be out of control.
I don't know what the solution is, but there needs to be a balance in how things are done. A  total feeding ban would lead to hungry cats hunting and killing wildlife.
It would make enemies of the local cat lovers. To solve the cat problem, it would be better to have the cat lovers working for a solution.
There are too many cats and they are feral so they cannot be adopted.

This is a familiar problem in many places in the world. Maybe we need a global conference to discuss and find a humane and effective way to deal with invasive feral  cats. Surely if enough people come up with ideas, one of them should work.]]> Local cat lovers are not happy with the move. 


https://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/hawa...-128698731

There are a lot of feral cats in Hawaii. They are descended from cats that were brought to the island in the 18th century.
They are very destructive of local wildlife. 
Just feeding the cats is not a good idea. They will continue to multiply. They need to be trapped and neutered. Otherwise the problem will get worse each year.
Just banning the feeding could make things worse. Hungry cats will hunt local wildlife more frequently. People who openly feed cats could feed them in secret.
The whole situation will be out of control.
I don't know what the solution is, but there needs to be a balance in how things are done. A  total feeding ban would lead to hungry cats hunting and killing wildlife.
It would make enemies of the local cat lovers. To solve the cat problem, it would be better to have the cat lovers working for a solution.
There are too many cats and they are feral so they cannot be adopted.

This is a familiar problem in many places in the world. Maybe we need a global conference to discuss and find a humane and effective way to deal with invasive feral  cats. Surely if enough people come up with ideas, one of them should work.]]>