All you need to know about the Exotic Shorthair
Many small animals are jittery or aggressive, which might make humans intimated by or scared of adopting and taking care of small balls of fur — but that’s... Read More...
Roxanne Libatique
AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERD HERDING THEIR WAY INTO HUMANS’ HEARTS
Australian Shepherds (Aussies) – deemed the “cowboy’s herding dog of choice” – have an irresistible impulse to herd as they descended from a line of Europe’s finest herders, but that doesn’t mean herding is the only thing that they can do and the only quality that makes them stand out.... Read More...
Newfoundland dog: A gentle giant
The Newfoundland dog (known as Newf or Newfie) may be massive, but their gentle nature has earned a reputation as a "nanny dog" for children. However in the pa... Read More...
The welfare of animals: Why is it important to care?
People inherently care for animals. We see a dog being beat
up by a stranger and we take action to put a stop to the violence. We see a cat
trapped on the roof... Read More...
Amazon rainforest fires: What does this mean for the animals?
Recent fires in the Amazon rainforests affected not only its
inhabitants but also the climate – these forests, after all, are dubbed the
“lungs of the world” f... Read More...
Cows versus canines: Are they really that different?
You have probably seen viral videos of cows playing fetch
with humans, getting belly rubs, cuddling with humans and other animals, and
treating puppies like th... Read More...
Caring for senior animals
Most people think that taking care of companion animals gets
easier once they’re out of the “puppy stage,” but the truth is, taking care of
them is almost the ... Read More...
Cage-free versus free-range: Which is more humane?
The number of factory farms is increasing around the world, threatening our health, the environment, and the welfare of farmed animals. Because of this, consum... Read More...
Pet boarding 101: What you need to know
Leaving the house is hard when you have companion animals, especially if they’re clingy or they have separation anxiety. They can make you worry if you know th... Read More...
Cruelty in cages: How zoos affect animals’ mental health
When I was younger, I claimed to be an animal lover. I used
to love going to zoos so that I could see animals up close and watch in awe
whenever they interacte... Read More...
Roxanne Libatique
Contributing Writer
Roxanne is a vegan journalist and advocate for animal rights and mental health. She tries to live consciously and spends her free time traveling, enjoying vegan food, volunteering, and speaking up for all animals. Connect with her at @roxlibatique on Twitter and Instagram.