WI: Animal Welfare
Looking ahead to holiday meals? Vegan items could be on the menu
November is almost here, and some Wisconsin households might be planning their menu for upcoming holiday meals. Those who support vegan diets say …
WI small-farm advocates push back on CAFOs
Family-farm advocates in rural Wisconsin are pushing back on Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations, or CAFOs, as the livestock industry becomes more …
Wisconsin's wolf management plan back in the spotlight
The long-awaited Wisconsin Wolf Management Plan is up for adoption next week by the state's Department of Natural Resources, and the board will …
During Hotter Stretches, Pets Need to Stay Cool, Too
Next week, parts of Wisconsin will see the return of near 90-degree temperatures. Animal rights voices say as hot stretches become more common…
WI Cities Face Pressure to Stop Euthanizing Geese
If you've been to a Wisconsin park recently, chances are you have noticed lots of geese. Their populations have trended upward, and animal rights …
Activists Put Spotlight on Treatment of Dogs at WI Research Facility
A Wisconsin court case involving charges against animal rights activists remains in play. Ahead of trial proceedings, various groups are calling …
Animal Cruelty Awareness Month: Family Violence Warning Signs
April is Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Month, and Wisconsinites are urged to be aware of how family violence can affect pets - as well as the need …
WI 'Chicken Toss' Event Renews Animal Exploitation Concerns
Later this month, a western Wisconsin town will hold an annual celebration including an event known as a "chicken toss." Animal rights advocates say …
Study: Wolf Packs Suffer Greatly When One Dies by Human Action
Wolf packs lose their ability to thrive when one of their members dies as a result of human activity, according to a new study that comes amid calls …
WI Officials Still Investigating Eagle Death
As the New Year takes shape, Wisconsin officials say they are still trying to get to the bottom of a recent death involving a bald eagle and are …
UW, Other Schools Face Calls to Improve Animal Safety in Research Labs
The University of Wisconsin won a recent legal battle tied to accusations of animal abuse within its research facilities. Activists hope that doesn't …
Wildlife Rehabilitator: Lead Ammo Poses Risks for WI Wildlife
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced it is considering a ban on lead ammunition on several national wildlife refuges, a move some wildlife …