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Thursday, December 10, 2020

14 Animals That Are Surprisingly Legal To Own As Pets In The US


George Clooney and Miley Cyrus have happily called baby pigs their pets. Tori Spelling famously cares for a chicken named Coco who sleeps in her bed.

But those creatures are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to unusual animals that are legal to privately own in the US.

The laws regarding exotic pet ownership vary by state. Animal rights advocates advise against keeping most wild animals in captivity, but that hasn't stopped exotic pet lovers from legally owning everything from ferrets and foxes to more dangerous beasts like alligators, bears, and tigers.

To read more on this story, click here: 14 Animals That Are Surprisingly Legal To Own As Pets In The US




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Tuesday, November 12, 2019

New Google Feature Lets You Bring Lions, Tigers, And Bears Into Your Home


Ever wonder what it would be like to have a pet panda?

It’s not a good idea. It’s not even legal. Still, there’s nothing stopping you from finding out with a new feature from Google.

The biggest name in internet search, and arguably in the world, is using augmented reality (AR) technology to allow users to see what it might be like to bring home a lion, a tiger, or even a bear. Oh my.

“it’s one thing to read that a great white shark can be 18 feet long,” Google reports. “It’s another to see it up close in relation to the things around you. So when you search for select animals, you’ll get an option right in the Knowledge Panel to view them in 3D and AR.”

To read more on this story, click here: New Google Feature Lets You Bring Lions, Tigers, And Bears Into Your Home

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Saturday, December 15, 2018

Breaking News: New Jersey Becomes First State to Adopt a Sweeping Ban on Wild Animals in Circuses


New Jersey has made history by becoming the first state in the country to ban the use of numerous wild animal species, including elephants, tigers, lions, bears and primates, in circuses and traveling shows.

Governor Phil Murphy today signed into law a measure that recognizes both the animal welfare concerns and the public safety dangers posed by such shows. The bill passed the state Senate unanimously in June, and the General Assembly in October.

To date, four states and close to 150 localities across 37 states have passed laws governing the use of wild animals in circuses and traveling shows and many more are in the process of considering legislation. In 2016, California and Rhode Island banned bullhooks, a cruel elephant training tool. In 2017, Illinois and New York banned the use of elephants in traveling shows. In Hawaii, we await the signature of Gov. David Ige on a regulation enacted by the board of agriculture to ban dangerous wild animals, including tigers, lions, bears, primates, elephants and crocodiles, from being brought into the state to perform in circuses, carnivals and other public exhibitions.

To read more on this story, click here: Breaking News: New Jersey Becomes First State to Adopt a Sweeping Ban on Wild Animals in Circuses

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Tuesday, October 2, 2018

This Magical Creature is Called a Caracal, and Even if You’re a Huge Fan of Animals, Chances Are You’ve Never Seen One Before


Lions, tigers, and leopards tend to get most of the attention when it comes to the world of wild cats, and for good reason. These big cats are pretty amazing—but they’re not the only ones who should steal all the limelight.

Why’s that, you ask? Well, it’s because there are some other unique wild cats out there that are just as deserving of our adoration—and it’s about time they were recognized for it. Ladies and gentlemen, meet the caracal. Not only does this russet-hued wonder have a fascinating history, but it’s also absolutely stunning to behold!

This magical creature is called a caracal, and even if you’re a huge fan of animals, chances are you’ve never seen one before. Look at those crazy ears! Can you honestly say that you wouldn’t remember seeing a kitty as cool as this one?

While caracals are technically considered to be “small cats” in the animal kingdom, that kind of classification depends on your definition of “big” versus “small.” The truth is that they’re actually quite large, weighing up to nearly 50 pounds in some cases!



Caracals’ coats can range from pale beige to bright red depending on their region of origin. For example, if a caracal lives in a place that is covered in yellowish sand, it’s more likely to boast a yellow coat. That is evolution at work!



Caracals are usually solitary animals, but they can sometimes be found in mated pairs. With their short tails and tufted ears, the caracal resembles a desert lynx or a bobcat if you’re looking to make comparisons to other wild cat species.



Caracals can easily climb trees, but that’s not the only place in Mother Nature’s domain that they might take refuge. These curious creatures also dig burrows where they raise their kittens until they’re able to venture out on their own.



Caracals actually have a fairly good rapport with humans and are sometimes kept as pets in areas of the United States where exotic animal laws allow it. Can you imagine shooing a cat this size away from your computer?



Their name is derived from the Turkish word karakulak, which means “black ears”—and you can see how fitting that is. While everything about this cat is beautiful in its own way, those striking black ears are definitely its trademark.



Caracals can survive with very little water. In fact, they get most of their water from their prey! (Thanks again, evolution!) Because these animals have limited access to fresh water most of the time, they have been biologically designed to thrive without it.



Caracals typically consume rabbits and rodents, but like most cats, they have a real taste for birds. The fact that they can climb up trees and grab one as a snack means they can enjoy one of their favorite treats whenever the mood strikes them.



Just like your own house cat, caracals are diurnal animals, meaning they are most active at dawn and at dusk. You know how your cat can get a case of the “midnight crazies” on certain occasions? That’s their diurnal nature at work!



In ancient Iran and India, caracals were used as trained hunting animals. If you were to come across one posed in an aggressive position like this particular caracal, you can easily understand why they might have been put to work on such a task.



As exceptionally high jumpers, they were especially useful when it came to hunting birds. While other cats might bat at birds and hope to bring them down, the caracal can usually jump up and pluck them from the sky.



Their babies, while not the best hunters, are also adorable. Some day these kittens will grow up to become fearsome hunters just like their parents, but for now, their full-time job is simply being fuzzy and cute! They seem to be nailing that requirement, huh?



Human teenagers might go through an awkward phase, but for a growing caracal, there is simply no such thing. They just go from teeny, tiny wild cats to slightly larger ones! It’s almost as if they have to grow into their ears, too.



Just look at this guy! Can you see the appeal? Their unique look is exactly why someone might think it’s a good idea to own a pet caracal if they ever got the chance. Those expressive brows are just too much!


While they might be big cats, at heart they are just like house cats. Like the rest of the small cats out there, caracals may purr when content. They make a variety of other mews, growls, and hisses to express their moods, too.



Caracals aren’t afraid to go after bigger game, either. They won’t hesitate to kill large prey like the adult springbok, which is a type of antelope that can grow to over six feet tall! When was the last time you ate something bigger than your body? (Never!)



The caracal is a fast animal, too! They can move at a speed of 50 miles per hour, and sometimes more. They can outrun animals such as antelopes and ostriches, which might explain how they manage to hunt down prey larger than they are.



Don’t worry: even if the caracal can’t finish an entire ostrich, it doesn’t let anything go to waste. Just like leopards, caracals sometimes store their leftovers in the trees and bushes for the ultimate midnight snack.



Now that you’ve been introduced to the caracal cats, you’ll probably want to do a little bit more research on them for yourself. Just look at those faces and try to resist them. It can’t be done!



These guys are just so adorable, it’s impossible not to love them! Can you believe that you went this long without even knowing this wild cat existed?



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Tuesday, September 11, 2018

Lions, Tigers and Shelter Pets Will Ride Out Hurricane Florence in Place


Officials are pleading with residents in parts of the Carolinas and Virginia to evacuate ahead of Hurricane Florence, but certain city dwellers aren't able to leave

Namely, the lions, tigers and giraffes at the Virginia Zoo, and the more than 100 dogs and cats at the SPCA shelter in northeastern North Carolina.

"I am planning for the worst and hoping for the best," said Judy Anthony, the manager of the SPCA shelter, which is in Elizabeth City, North Carolina.

To read more on this story, click here: Lions, Tigers and Shelter Pets Will Ride Out Hurricane Florence in Place




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Monday, June 15, 2015

Animals Have Escaped from the Zoo in Georgia’s Capital After Heavy Flooding Destroyed Their Enclosures


Tigers, lions, a hippopotamus and other animals have escaped from the zoo in Georgia's capital after heavy flooding destroyed their enclosures, prompting authorities to warn residents in Tbilisi to stay inside Sunday. At least eight people have been killed in the disaster, including three zoo workers, and 10 are missing.

An escaped hippo was cornered in one of the city's main squares and subdued with a tranquilizer gun, the zoo said. Some other animals also have been seized, but it remained unclear how many are on the loose. Bears and wolves are also among the animals who fled from their enclosures amid the flooding from heavy rains and high winds.

"Most of the escaped animals are believed to have died in the flood last night or were killed by special forces," Mzia Sharashidze, spokeswoman for Tbilisi Zoo, told NBC News. "Not many animals are still on the loose but it is difficult to say how many are still out there."

It wasn't immediately clear if the eight people were killed from the flooding or animal attacks. The zoo said one of the dead was Guliko Chitadze, a zookeeper who lost an arm in an attack by a tiger last month.

Heavy rains and wind hit Tbilisi during the night, turning a normally small stream that runs through the hilly city into a surging river. The flooding also damaged dozens of houses.

City mayor David Narmania told journalists that eight people were known to have died and 10 others were missing.

Helicopters are circling the city and residents have been told to stay indoors except in an emergency. About 1.1 million people live in the former Soviet republic's capital.


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Tuesday, October 28, 2014

Meet the Half-Blind Sanctuary Owner Who Hand Feeds His 14 Big Cats and Lets Them Cuddle in His Bed


He has been bitten on the nose by a leopard and had his shoulder separated after wrestling with a full-grown Bengal tiger.

But Carl Bovard, who is blind in one eye, believes living with 14 big cats including two lions, six tigers and a desert lynx, is a risk worth taking to raise awareness about endangered species.

They all spend time living in his Florida home before moving into the outside enclosure and are seen clambering over the pool table and cuddling up in his bed.

To read more on this story, click here: Meet the Half-Blind Sanctuary Owner Who Hand Feeds His 14 Big Cats and Lets Them Cuddle in His Bed



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