If you have a big heart for animals, a passion for rescuing them from neglect, abuse and disaster, and a head for the business end of the operation, you just might have what it takes to open an animal rescue shelter. You will need to clearly define your niche market in order to equip...
and they look for lawless countries and very corrupt governments.” Mali, for example, despite not having anything close to a port city and much of the country being positioned in the middle of the Sahara Desert, has become a major trafficking hub for ivory “because it’s lawless...
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Having a pet also provides a reason to get out of bed each day. The need to care for an animal gives individuals a sense of purpose, especially during the early days of recovery when motivation and energy may be low. This new sense of responsibility serves as an anchor, promoting positive...
some birds–particularly those that develop long-term bonds–are also known to stay with the bodies of their peers. Anecdotalevidence suggestsducks will spend time near or even on top of the bodies of their dead mates. King tells the story oftwo rescued ducksat an animal sanctuary “that wer...
“You must be a real animal lover,” I say. “I’m not an animal lover,” he snaps. “I’m a problem solver.” I laugh. “Then you’re just the man for me.” In May 2013 poachers with the insurgent group Seleka massacred 26 elephants at Dzanga Bai, a mineral-rich watering hole...
impeccably furnished and surrounded by dense foliage, is the sanctuary of Pakistan’s preeminent artist couple. They have created this home with passion and dedication, spending 25 years acquiring paintings, craft, and artifacts, to create an exquisite fusion of art, design, and architecture. Theirs...
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The giant sable antelope was first discovered in the early 20th century and went on to become Angola’s national animal. However, due to their striking horns, the antelopes soon became a target for poachers, says renowned Angolan conservationist Pedro Vaz Pinto. In 1975, their prospects took ...