2+ min ago (505+ words) November 25, 2025, 12:12 AM As he trots in a sprawling animal sanctuary on the Colorado plains, he is stopped every few steps by staff who pet him, hug him or even give him a peck on his red face. Gus has been there since 2023 after being pardoned by the governor. "What do you think? Do you want to do snuggles today?" Lanette Cook, education and engagement manager at the Luvin Arms Animal Sanctuary in Erie, says to Gus. Gus is among a growing number of turkeys that are being "adopted" instead of being covered in gravy and eaten at Thanksgiving dinner tables. The goal: Spare a few of the tens of millions of turkeys slaughtered this time of year, many of which are raised in what animal rights advocates say are inhumane conditions in factory farms. Luvin Arms" website features Gus and…...

8+ min ago (522+ words) November 25, 2025 / 5:06 AM EST / AP Erie, Colo. ""Gus" the turkey has been spending Thanksgiving week much differently than millions of other unlucky gobblers across the U.S. As he trots in a sprawling animal sanctuary on the Colorado plains, he is stopped every few steps by staff who pet him, hug him or even give him a peck on his red face. Gus has been there since 2023 after being pardoned by the governor. "What do you think? Do you want to do snuggles today?" Lanette Cook, education and engagement manager at the Luvin Arms Animal Sanctuary in Erie, says to Gus. Gus is among a growing number of turkeys that are being "adopted" instead of being covered in gravy and eaten at Thanksgiving dinner tables. The goal: Spare a few of the tens of millions of turkeys slaughtered this time of year, many…...

9+ min ago (499+ words) As he trots in a sprawling animal sanctuary on the Colorado plains, he is stopped every few steps by staff who pet him, hug him or even give him a peck on his red face. Gus has been there since 2023 after being pardoned by the governor. "What do you think? Do you want to do snuggles today?" Lanette Cook, education and engagement manager at the Luvin Arms Animal Sanctuary in Erie, says to Gus. Gus is among a growing number of turkeys that are being "adopted" instead of being covered in gravy and eaten at Thanksgiving dinner tables. The goal: Spare a few of the tens of millions of turkeys slaughtered this time of year, many of which are raised in what animal rights advocates say are inhumane conditions in factory farms. Luvin Arms" website features Gus and a gaggle…...

9+ min ago (516+ words) Gus" the turkey has been spending Thanksgiving week much differently than millions of other unlucky gobblers across the U.S. As he trots in a sprawling animal sanctuary on the Colorado plains, he is stopped every few steps by staff who pet him, hug him or even give him a peck on his red face. Gus has been there since 2023 after being pardoned by the governor. What do you think? Do you want to do snuggles today?" Lanette Cook, education and engagement manager at the Luvin Arms Animal Sanctuary in Erie, says to Gus. Gus is among a growing number of turkeys that are being adopted" instead of being covered in gravy and eaten at Thanksgiving dinner tables. The goal: Spare a few of the tens of millions of turkeys slaughtered this time of year, many of which are raised in what…...

13+ min ago (840+ words) Evidence that the whales and other marine animals are particularly vulnerable to sound is driving calls for quieter vessels The delicate clicks and whistles of narwhals carry through Tasiujaq, locally known as Eclipse Sound, at the eastern Arctic entrance of the Northwest Passage. A hydrophone in this shipping corridor off Baffin Island, Nunavut, captures their calls as the tusked whales navigate their autumn migration route to northern Baffin Bay. But as the Nordic Odyssey, a 225-metre ice-class bulk carrier servicing the nearby iron ore mine, approaches, its low engine rumble gives way to a wall of sound created by millions of collapsing bubbles from its propeller. The narwhals" acoustic signals, evolved for one of Earth"s quietest environments, fall silent. "Narwhals stop calling or move away from approaching vessels when they hear them," says Alexander James Ootoowak, an Inuk hunter…...

32+ min ago (360+ words) NEWTON COUNTY, Texas " Authorities in Newton County have released the names of 43 individuals arrested following a major multi-agency raid on an alleged dogfighting operation in the Call community. The investigation, dubbed "Operation Pitbull," culminated Saturday after months of surveillance and tips from local residents. According to the Newton County Sheriff's Office (NCSO), deputies " assisted by multiple state and local law enforcement agencies " executed a coordinated raid on a property off FM 1004, uncovering what officials described as an active dogfighting event. Officers used drones equipped with heat-sensing technology to identify individuals acting as lookouts around the property before moving in. Although the NCSO initially reported 45 arrests, the final number was confirmed as 43. "This was an ongoing and organized criminal operation that our deputies, with help from partner agencies, worked tirelessly to dismantle," said Sheriff Colton Harvard. "We will continue to investigate…...

44+ min ago (278+ words) Majestic and emotionally complex, Indian elephants live in tight-knit matriarchal herds, caring for calves and supporting injured or older members. Their intelligence and memory make them deeply social, while their gentle behaviour and capacity for empathy reflect a strong emotional life. Whether grazing quietly or gently interacting, they embody both strength and tenderness. Blue antelope is also known as nilgai. The nilgai is India's largest antelope and has a surprisingly calm and timid demeanor. Active during the day, nilgai often form herds of females and young ones, while males can be solitary or in bachelor groups. Rather than being aggressive, they tend to flee from threats, showing a preference for peace and avoidance of conflict. Spotted deer, also known as chital, are graceful deer that live in large, tightly knit herds, displaying friendly curiosity and sociability. Chital are alert but…...

44+ min ago (845+ words) Classes at Dry Creek part of partnership between grange, WSU PORT ANGELES " A dozen youth from across Clallam County wrapped up a six-week veterinary science course at Dry Creek Grange with a roundtable featuring four professionals who spoke candidly about the rewards and realities of working with animals. Saturday's session was the final class in a program organized by Dry Creek Grange in partnership with Washington State University's Clallam County Extension. Each week focused on different topics related to animal care, such as biosecurity, canine and feline health, equine health, and large and small livestock health. Funding was provided through a $5,000 National Grange Rural Life Initiative grant. Dry Creek was one of only two granges in the nation to receive the award. Dry Creek and the county extension used the funds to create the course to help youth gain practical…...

48+ min ago (78+ words) Two pandas at a zoo in central France are to return to China on Tuesday after the female was diagnosed with kidney failure, drawing hundreds of visitors for a final goodbye. France Bids Farewell To Beloved Pandas Bound For China Christian Panvert with Tom Masson in Orleans Two pandas at a zoo in central France are to return to China on Tuesday after the female was diagnosed with kidney failure, drawing hundreds of visitors for a final goodbye....

50+ min ago (352+ words) Discover India's fascinating state animals, from the majestic Asiatic Lion of Gujarat to the elusive Snow Leopard of Himachal Pradesh. This guide intr Learning about state animals is curiosity-driven, yet it helps children understand the importance of the protection of wildlife Here is an easy and engaging guide to India's state animals for kids:Andhra Pradesh's state animal is the Blackbuck.Arunachal Pradesh's state animal is the Mithun (Gayal).Assam's state animal is the One-Horned Rhinoceros.Bihar's state animal is the Gaur.Chhattisgarh's state animal is the Wild Buffalo.Goa's state animal is the Gaur.Gujarat's state animal is the Asiatic Lion.Haryana's state animal is the Blackbuck.Himachal Pradesh's state animal is the Snow Leopard.Jharkhand's state animal is the Indian Elephant.Karnataka's state animal is the Indian Elephant.Kerala's state animal is the Indian Elephant.Madhya Pradesh's state…...