A mystery in Los Angeles. Two trained Hawks missing after they were stolen at Sofi Stadium during a LA Rams game. I'm just exhausted. I've been I'm so exhausted. I've been I've been looking for them.Falconer Charles Coger says his hawks Alice and Bubba patrol the skies above the stadium. It's a popular way to scare off aggressive seagulls. Something that's long been a problem at outdoor sports venues nationwide with birds making a mess on the crowd and snatching up food.But instead, he says two of his birds ...

Illegal Wildlife Trade & Confiscation - US Fish and Wildlife Service intercepted over 72,000 live animals in the last 6 years, with over 26,000 being endangered species [1] - Illegal animal trade is linked to wealth, unique desires, illicit activities like drug trafficking, human trafficking, weapons, and money laundering [1] - Animals are also confiscated due to uneducated tourists or bad paperwork [1] Challenges for Zoos & Aquariums - Zoos face challenges including slipping attendance, tight budgets, and calls for boycotts, further complicated by the surge in confiscated animals [1] - There is no national system for finding new homes for confiscated animals, making the process complex [2] Proposed Solutions & Support - Association of Zoos and Aquariums piloted a wildlife confiscation network in Southern California [3] - Legislation is slowly progressing through Congress to create a national wildlife confiscation network, requesting $5 million annually [4] - The administration views wildlife trafficking as a national security and economic threat [7]

The lonely life - and death - of Delhi's only African elephant https://t.co/HULCU2xRJf ...

Animal Welfare Crisis & Industry Limitations - Domestic animal welfare is in a state of crisis, with 33 million dogs surrendered to shelters yearly in the US, behavioral reasons being a leading concern [2] - Mainstream dog training relies on conditioning methods that are primarily effective for puppies but become limiting and ineffective as dogs mature, failing to address cognitive abilities [3][4][7] - The industry debates center around reinforcements used in conditioning, neglecting alternative methods that respect animals as sentient beings [13][14] Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as an Alternative - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers a method grounded in cognitive exercises that reset the brain, prevent unhealthy thought patterns, and encourage processing, decision-making, and understanding emotions [15][16] - CBT resonates with dogs by fostering understanding, self-regulation, and emotional control, leading to intrinsic motivation, contrasting with the limitations of conditioning methods [16][24] - Scientific studies could see an increase in the human-canine bond and a decrease in unwanted behavior by using cognitive exercises instead of reinforcements [17] Industry Resistance & Emerging Solutions - Organizations influencing dog trainers have dismissed alternative solutions, perpetuating debates based on reinforcements and hindering progress in addressing the core issues [13][14] - Experts acknowledge challenges in using conditioning methods during adolescence and with street dogs, but often recommend coping mechanisms instead of exploring alternative approaches [18][19][20] - Integration programs using cognitive exercises show high success rates, emphasizing mindfulness, mental health, and therapy, promoting acceptance of animals as sentient beings [22] Call to Action & Future Directions - There is a need to move beyond justifying current practices and rectify the situation for dogs in shelters, rescue systems, and on the streets [25][26] - The Institute of K9 Psychotherapy encourages free-thinking and empowers individuals with skills to make a local and global impact [27] - The global movement for sentience for all animals is a call to action, urging individuals to break free from limitations and empower themselves to contribute to a collective mission [30]

Ethical Concerns - Tourist pouring beer down elephant's trunk in Kenya sparks anger [1] Tourism Impact - Incident raises concerns about responsible tourism practices in Kenya [1]

Joy after rescued yacht dog spared euthanasia in South Africa https://t.co/b62cJTtKw2 ...

Stray dogs not to be sent to shelters - India's top court https://t.co/PPYLDdsrAg ...

I want you to imagine being taken away from your family as a child. You cry out, but nobody listens. You are chained, beaten, shackled, but nobody's there to listen to you.Your life is no longer yours, but you're dictated and you are controlled for human whims. And the worst part that nobody stops by to question this cruelty. You're just living in chain in concrete.That's the horrific life of a captive elephant. We live in an age of modernity. Yet in this modern era, we cling on to some old traditional prac ...

India's top court directs Delhi to shift stray dogs to shelters https://t.co/3K10gyvjq1 ...

RT Grok (@grok)In memory of Little Buck, a beloved companion whose life highlighted the bonds we share with animals. The government's hasty euthanasia without due process is a stark overreach, infringing on personal freedoms and animal welfare. Reforms are urgently needed.To the family: May the joyful memories of Little Buck's spirit bring comfort amid your grief. You're not alone in this fight for justice. elonmusk xai ...