Animal Care, Protection, and Advocacy
- Profiles in Catholicism
- Jun 28, 2018
- 9 min read
Updated: Feb 28
Book Reports, Commentaries, and Author Interviews
Saintly Creatures: 14 Tales of Animals and Their Holy Companions by Alexi Sargeant Author Interview by Sean Salai Catholic World Report
Film Reviews
COW Reviewed by Iocylyn Noveck The Associated Press
Medical Journal Articles
Drug-Resistant E coli in Pet Dogs Could Pose Risk to People by Samantha Anderer JAMA March 13, 2024
General Articles and Commentaries
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Wants You to Eat These Giant, Invasive Rodents by Sara Hashemi Smithsonian Magazine
The elephant that captivated the pope and lived in the Vatican gardens by Almudena Martínez-Bordiú Catholic News Agency
Michigan animal lover reportedly killed trying to stop man beating dog
by Ramon Antonio Vargas The Guardian
Two Orphaned Siberian Tigers Reunite as Mates After a 120-Mile Trek Through Russian Wilderness
by Eli Wizevich Smithsonian Magazine
Paw and order: retired police dog rescues man on first walk after surgery by Nadeem Badshah The Guardian
Sydney men face bestiality charges as dogs confiscated from property by Clareese Packer News.com.aus
Morrissey asks Pope to condemn ‘abomination’ of bullfighting by Daniel Payne Catholic News Agency
The Little Way of St. Therese Lisieux by Sean Barry, SJ The Jesuit Post
Penguins Might Not Be Ready to Adapt to Modern Climate Change by Will Sullivan Smithsonian Magazine
Climate warming is altering animals’ gut microbes, which are critical to their health and survival by Sasha Greenspan The Conversation
Climate change is leaving African elephants desperate for water by Rachael Gross and Rob Heinsohn The Conversation
The Wild Story of What Happened to Pablo Escobar’s Hungry, Hungry Hippos by Chris Klimek Smithsonian Magazine
'LIKE A BAD DREAM' Young woman, 23, killed in Limerick dog attack pictured as ‘shattered’ sister reveals she died on her birthday by John Hand and Ríona Maguire The Irish Sun
Seize the Grey wins the Preakness for D. Wayne Lukas and ends Mystik Dan’s Triple Crown bid by Stephen Whyno The Associated Press
A wild orangutan used a medicinal plant to treat a wound, scientists say by Christina Larson The Associated Press
Gorilla Tells Little Boy at the Zoo to Stop Watching Him in the Most Hilarious Way by Genny Glassman Yahoo
Animal cruelty officer-turned-animal chaplain Matty Giuliano loves ferrets and St. Francis by Kathryn Post Religion News Service
These religious sisters offer children opportunities for animal therapy by Katie Yoder Our Sunday Visitor
It was really special': Orangutan learns to breastfeed by observing human mom in Virginia by Emilee Coblentz USA TODAY
Whales That Go Through Menopause Live Longer and May Help Care for Grandchildren by Will Sullivan The Smithsonian Magazine
'God help her': Dramatic video shows zookeepers escape silverback gorilla in Fort Worth by Anthony Robledo USA TODAY
Dog meat production and sales will soon become illegal in South Korea by Hyung Jin Kim The Associated Press
Ancient Egyptians Kept Baboons in Captivity and Mummified Their Remains by Julia Binswanger Smithsonian Magazine
Back from the brink: sand-swimming golden mole, feared extinct, rediscovered after 86 years by Phoebe Weston The Guardian
'Zombie Deer Disease' Documented in Yellowstone for the First Time by Margaret Osborne Smithsonian Magazine
Hundreds of Dogs Across the U.S. Are Falling Ill With Unknown Respiratory Illness by Will Sullivan Smithsonian Magazine
Covid strain that killed 8,000 cats found in UK. Here are the symptoms and warning signs to look out for by Holly Eva The Independent UK
South African reflection: Structural sin and slaughter of sentient animals by Daniel PretoriusI Independent Catholic News
High Blood Pressure Is a ‘Silent Killer’ That Affects One in Three People, WHO Say by Margaret Osborne Smithsonian Magazine
New Research Reveals How the Nazis Targeted Transgender People by Laurie Marhoefer The Conversation/Smithsonian Magazine
Why the National Zoo Is Saying Goodbye to Its Giant Pandas by Meilan Solly Smithsonian Magazine
American XL bully dogs to be banned in UK following spate of ‘horror’ attacks, says Rishi Sunak by Kate Devlin The Independent
Pope: Eucharistic adoration urges you to care for the poor by Christopher Well s Vatican News
Save the Children: Over half a million Rohingya children lack food assistance by Edoardo Giribaldi Vatican News
FIFA suspends Spain soccer federation president Luis Rubiales for 90 days after World Cup final kiss by Graham and Joseph Wilson The Associated Press
The Dog Who Served on Both Sides of the American Revolution by Julie Flavell Smithsonian Magazine
Florida Boy Dies From Family Dog’s Attack by InterNewsGroup
Cambodia crocodile farmer killed after falling into enclosure by BBC News
The Scientists and the Bats Funders thought watching bats wasn’t important. Then she helped solve the mystery of a deadly virus by Caroline Chen ProPublica
Swamp rats with bright orange teeth are terrorising wetlands across the US by Josh Marcus The Independent
Police detain several people seeking to carry out animal sacrifice at Temple Mount by The Times of Israel
Blessing of the hounds opens doggy-door to parish hospitality by CathNews
Mountain lion attacks couple relaxing in hot tub on vacation in Colorado by Samantha Kubota Today
Colombia plans to send 70 ‘cocaine hippos’ to India and Mexico, governor says Kathleen Magramo by Ángela Reyes Haczek and Kathleen Magramo CNN
Campaigners urge Pope to reaffirm principles of Laudato Si' regarding circuses by Jo Siedlecka Independent Catholic News
Urgent call for law to protect Asian elephants - while there's still time by Duncan MacNair Independent Catholic News
How to Save Yellowstone’s Wolves by Ryan Devereaux The Intercept
The mission to save the biggest frog on earth by Helen Briggs BBC News
Girl, 4, dies after being mauled by dog in garden by Andy Gregory Independent.UK
Florida manatee deaths drop but starvation still a concern by Curt Anderson Yahoo
Woman Mauled to Death by 2 Pit Bulls in Savage Attack, Owner Arrested by Anders Anglesey Newsweek
Parasites Make Grey Wolves More Likely to Become Pack Leaders by Will Sullivan Smithsonian Magazine
Raccoon Was Once a Thanksgiving Feast Fit for a President by Jason Daley Smithsonian Magazine
Watch These Rats ‘Dance’ to the Rhythms of Mozart, Lady Gaga and Queen by Jacquelyne Germain S Smithsonian Magazine
The Fight to Stop Republicans From Killing Wolves and Grizzlies by Ryan Devereaux The Intercept
Bird flu kills close to a record number of poultry in the U.S. by Tom Polansek Reuters
How the Bears at Alaska's Katmai National Park Became Celebrities by Erin Donaghue Smithsonian Magazine
Three Baby Chimpanzees Kidnapped and Held for Ransom by Margaret Osborne Smithsonian Magazine
Hero Mom Fights Tiger With Bare Hands to Save 15-Month-Old Son by Ferozan Mast BestLife
Alligator Found Guarding Dead Body in Gated Community by Emma Meyer Newsweek
A dog was found 500 feet underground months after it vanished into a Missouri cave by Zoe Sottile CNN
What is the moral status of animals? by Daniel Mascarenhas, SJ The Jesuit Post
Wolf Kills 9-Year-Old Boy and Critically Injures His Friend by William McGee Zenger News/Newsweek
Pack of Dogs Mauls Man to Death on the Sidewalk After Escaping Home: Police by Andres Anglessy Newsweek
Man Strangled by 18ft Pet Boa Constrictor Dies After Police Shot Snake Dead by Eobyn White Newsweek
Man Eaten by Lions While Walking Home With Family by Robyn White Newsweek
Bears Eat Wealthy Couple and Pilot After Helicopter Crash in Wilderness by Robyn White Newsweek
Pack of dogs attack and kill 71-year-old man walking to the store, Texas sheriff says BY KAITLYN ALANIS by Kaitlyn Alanis Fort Worth Star-Telegram
Alligators Kill Woman After She Falls Into Florida Pond: Deputies by Xander Lander Newsweek
Rainforest Chimpanzees Seen Digging Wells for the First Time by Elizabeth Gamillo Smithsonian Magazine
Cat who eluded capture for weeks at Boston airport finally found by Coral Murphy Marcos The Guardian
71-year-old woman gored by bison at Yellowstone, marking 3rd attack this year by Teddy Grant ABC News
386 dogs rescued from truck heading to China dog meat festival by Vincent Ni The Guardian
Bear seeks revenge by killing hunter who shot him before succumbing to wounds by Sabrina Johnson Metro News
Sign: Justice for Dog and Donkey Shot with Arrows by Joe Taglieri lady freethinker
Why Are Dogs So Friendly? Science Finally Has an Answer by Carrie Arnold National Geographic
Meet the Researchers Working to Save Wood Turtles by Stephen Taglie Smithsonian Magazine
Utah hunting guide for Donald Trump Jr. accused of illegally luring bear by KUTV
Dogs are 92% successful at detecting if you have COVID - study by Gadi Zaig The Jerusalem Post
Florida man laughed about burying poodle alive, police say by Athina Morris CBS 42
Wild Boars Are Ransacking Rome by Sarah Kuta The Smithsonian Magazine
Crocodiles Used To Guard Thailand House by Sky News
Veterinarian Charged With Abusing Pets: 'We Are Absolutely Sickened' by Thomas Kika Newsweek’
New Vaccine Could Save Rabbits From Deadly Hemorrhagic Disease by Elizabeth Gamillo Smithsonian Magazine
Vegan diets are healthier and safer for dogs, study suggests by Damian Carrington The Guardian
Bone Appétit: The Short and Happy History of Cookbooks for Dogs by Alex Beggs TASTE
Lessons from a Canine Spiritual Master by Brett Helbling, SJ The Jesuit Post
Ecuador’s High Court Rules Wild Animals Have Legal Rights by Elizabeth Gamillo Smithsonian Magazine
Young Chimp Throws Rocks at Tourists at Zoo, Gets Hit With Stick by Elder by Hannah Osborne Newsweek
Watch Elephant Mom Thank Rescuers After Saving Her Trapped Baby From Well by Robyn White Newsweek
Ancient Ten-Armed Octopus Relative Named for Joe Biden by Corryn Wetzel Smithsonian Magazine
Dogs May Mourn the Loss of Other Household Pets by Elizabeth Gamillo Smithsonian Magazine
Peace And Animals: Finding Harmony In The World by Henry Karlson Patheos
Gray Wolves Relisted Under Endangered Species Act by The Natural Resources Defense Council
Campaign launched to end bullfighting in Catholic countries by Independent Catholic News
On the Souls of Animals, Part One by David Schloss Patheos
Hong Kong to kill 2,000 animals after hamsters get COVID-19 by Zen Soo The Associated Press
3 Snow Leopards Die from COVID Complications at Nebraska Zoo: 'Truly Heartbreaking' by Abigail Adams People/Microsoft News
Goat rams Istanbul subway window after seeing its own reflection by Reuters/Microsoft News
How dolphins use tools, teamwork, and trickery to get their dinner by Jason Bitte National Geographic Microsoft News
Snow Leopard Dies at U.S. Zoo After Exhibiting Signs of Covid-19 by Vincent Del Giudice Boomberg
Manatee deaths rise in Florida as pollutants kill seagrass by Brendan Farrington The Associated Press/Microsoft News
Teens Allegedly Killed 14 Kangaroos, Leaving One Joey Survivor Named 'Hope' by Catherine Ferr Newsweek/Microsoft News
The owner of three escaped zebras in Maryland has been charged with animal cruelty by Becky Sullivan NPR
A Rocky Mountain goat fought and killed a grizzly bear by stabbing its neck with its razor sharp horns, researchers say by Sophia Ankel Insider/Microsoft News
Federally Protected Black Vultures May Be ‘Eating Cows Alive’ in the Midwest by Smithsonian Magazine
US tribes demand emergency protection for wolves by Todd Richmond The Assoicated Press/Microsoft News
Cow stuck in tree after Hurricane Ida rescued by workers in Louisiana bayou by Sabrina LeBoeuf Monroe News-Star/Microsoft News
Thirteen gorillas test positive for Covid at Atlanta zoo by Richard Luscombe The Guardian/Microsoft News
Bullfighting festival axed after bulls named ‘Feminist’ and ‘Nigerian’ slain by Ashifa Kassam The Guardian
Police rescue 89 pitbulls and arrest ten Long Island men in one of largest dog fighting ring busts in NY history by Chris Jewers Daily Mail
More than 30 pelicans mutilated on Southern California coast by The Associated Press
If cats can go to heaven, can they go to purgatory, too? by Maxine Kollasch Global Sisters Report
Plague of ravenous, destructive mice tormenting Australians by Rod McGuirk The Associated Press
Brazil: New species of owl named after murdered missionary by Independent Catholics News
God’s plan for animals is a hot topic in theology that we can all understand by Charles C. Camosy Religion News Service
The Peaceful Animal Rights Revolution. .Technology and consumer demand are powerful tools to eliminate the sickening horrors of factory farms by Zaid Jilani The Forward
Scottish priest investigated after threatening to poison dogs by Charles Collins Crux
How Cher Helped Rescue the World’s Loneliest Elephant by Rachel Nuwer Smithsonian Magazine
Cyprus activists: Hunters’ lead pellets threaten flamingos by Marcos Andronicou and Menalaos Hadjicostis The Associated Press
Fear and love surround Escobar’s hippos thriving in Colombia by Regina Garcia Cabo and Fernando Vergara The Associated Press
Gorillas test positive for coronavirus at San Diego park by Julie Watson The Associated Press
Chewy sends pet paintings to keep customers from straying by Jospeh Pisani Associated Press
Blaming Chicago’s Violence On Bail Reform Is Wrong, A New Study Finds by Patrick Smith WBEZ
Bishop says cockfighting erodes ‘societal moral fiber’ of the Philippines by Crux Staff Crux
Catholic appeal for the world's elephants by Chris Fegan Independent Catholic News
The fate of women’s rights in Afghanistan by John R. Allen and Vanda Felbab-Brown Brookings
Can conservation measures save sea turtles from climate change? by Gail DeGeorge EarthBeat
Animal Exploitation And Consequentialism by Henry Karlson Patheos
What happens when shelter dogs listen to classical music by Cerith Gardiner Aleteia
Canine PTSD by Nicholas Dodman Psychology Today
Earth hurtles toward extinction crisis — 1 million species at risk by Axios
UK-based group promotes a Catholic take on animal rights by Charles C. Camosy Crux
It’s Done: Trump Signs HJR 69 into Law Allowing Slaughter of Alaskan Bear Cubs, Wolf Pups by EnviroNews Alaska