Over 150 Dogs Sacrificed — All for a Race?

Often called “the Last Great Race on Earth,” the Alaska Iditarod is an endurance event that pushes sled dogs through extreme conditions. But as reports of dog fatalities continue to surface, questions are being raised about the race’s ethics.
Breaking into the Dog Lab: Animal Rights Activists vs. America’s Research Beagle Breeder With 311 Prior Violations

While factory farming is usually associated with poultry and livestock, a lesser-known sector of this industry operates much the same way for a different purpose. Across the U.S. and internationally, a number of large-scale facilities are dedicated to breeding dogs for laboratory experiments.
Heartbreak in Dubai: Middle East Tensions Spark Massive “Pet Abandonment Wave”

As Middle East tensions rise, many expats are fleeing Dubai and abandoning their pets. Shelters face a surge in surrendered animals, with some owners even requesting euthanasia for healthy pets.