Solares was charged with violation of Republic Act 8495 or the Animal Welfare Act and RA 9482 or Anti-Rabies Law.

Solares killed Killua in Barangay Sta. Cruz in Bato on March 17, claiming that the dog was aggressive.

PAWS belied Solares’ claims, saying footage of a closed-circuit television camera showed that he was chasing the dog.

ABS-CBN News, a news outlet based in the Philippines, published an article on May 2, 2024, titled "'Bloodsicles', baths keep Philippine zoo animals cool as intense heat hits." The article highlights the measures being taken by a Philippine zoo to keep its animals cool during an extreme heatwave that has hit the country. With temperatures soaring to record highs in the capital city of Manila, schools across the archipelago nation have suspended in-person classes, while people are seeking relief in air-conditioned shopping malls and swimming pools. 

At Manila Zoo, the staff is working diligently to prevent heatstroke, particularly among the big cats, which is their "main priority," according to zoo veterinarian Dave Vinas, who spoke to AFP on Tuesday. The zoo staff is splashing water on the walls and ground of concrete enclosures throughout the day to help lower the temperature inside. Additionally, the big cats are being given "Bloodsicles," which are made from frozen ground beef or chicken, animal blood, and vitamins for them to lick. Tigers and lions are also regularly sprayed with water and take dips in pools inside their pens. 

The measures taken by Manila Zoo are necessary to ensure the safety and well-being of the animals under their care during this extreme weather condition. 

The New Mexico Game Commission's recent decision to allow trapping of various fur-bearing species statewide has ignited a firestorm of controversy and condemnation from wildlife advocates and concerned citizens alike. Despite a groundswell of public outcry and mounting evidence of the inherent cruelty of trapping methods, the commission has chosen to reauthorize the use of inhumane traps, such as leghold traps, body-crushing traps, and strangulation snares.

This decision has profound implications for wildlife conservation and public safety in the state. Endangered Mexican gray wolves, already struggling to recover their dwindling population, are particularly vulnerable to these traps, with several individuals having already suffered grievous injuries or death as a result. Other non-target species, including domestic pets, are also at risk of becoming collateral damage in this indiscriminate trapping practice.

While the commission's decision does include some token restrictions, such as minor setbacks near trailheads and limited exclusion zones around certain urban areas, these measures are woefully inadequate in addressing the fundamental issues at hand. They fail to provide meaningful protection for wildlife or mitigate the risks posed to public safety.

In the absence of decisive action from the commission, attention has turned to legislative solutions, such as Roxy's Law, which seeks to ban trapping on public lands in New Mexico. However, despite initial momentum and support, the bill stalled in the state legislature, leaving wildlife and communities vulnerable to continued trapping practices.

Compounding the problem are the glaring deficiencies in existing trapping regulations. The lack of bag limits for fur-bearing species, the absence of requirements for trap markings or warnings, and the absence of penalties for unintentional trapping of non-target species all contribute to a regulatory framework that prioritizes trapping interests over wildlife welfare.

Furthermore, the absence of a centralized database or reporting system makes it challenging to assess the true extent of trapping's impact on native wildlife populations. This lack of transparency undermines efforts to effectively manage and conserve these species, leaving them vulnerable to unchecked exploitation.

In light of these critical issues, there is an urgent need for comprehensive reform of trapping regulations in New Mexico. This includes not only stronger protections for wildlife and stricter enforcement measures but also greater public awareness and engagement to ensure that trapping practices align with ethical and humane standards.

In Florida, 2022, A shark was dragged off the sea and was cruelly stabbed in the Head. A concerned citizen took a video of this cruel act and sent it to WAN (Word Animal News) who then talks to a Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Public information Officer, Chad Weber. Weber states that "There was no laws broken", telling them that it was only an act of "harvesting" black-tip sharks which is "legal". 

These hardly seem like “best practices and guidelines” to anyone who even remotely cares for the health, well-being, and vitality of these beautiful species.

“A healthy ocean needs a healthy shark population. If the sharks die, the oceans die. Plain and simple. We need more shark awareness and education, and better laws to protect our sharks,” concluded Aguirre. “Being a shark lover, I feel I just witnessed someone killing an amazing creature for absolutely no reason.”

While it may currently be “legal” to kill certain species of sharks in Florida, it does not make it right!

• By World Animal News

In Kenya, 2023. 11 Lions were killed by Herders including Loonkiito, one of the World's oldes lion with the age of 19 years old. The Lion, Loonkiito was speared to death by a rancher who caught him wandering around in a livestock pen on May 10th 2023. It was believed to be a result of human-wildlife conflict due to the possible decline on animals to hunt due to the draught, lions often turn toward livestock farms to get food. The next days, more lions were reportedly killed by ranchers and had hit a total of 11. According to NAW, there are only 23,000 lions remaining in the world. It is truly heartbreaking to hear this.

the U.S. Department of Agriculture published a final rule to end the brutal practice of horse soring at Tennessee walking horse shows.

The improved regulations, scheduled to take effect on February 1st, 2025, entail the most comprehensive upgrade to the Horse Protection Act (HPA) since it was passed in 1970. They eliminate the corrupt and ineffectual horse show self-policing system by horse industry organizations, prohibit pain-inflicting devices associated with soring, and enhance the ability of inspectors to detect evidence of abuse.

Soring involves the deliberate infliction of pain on a horse’s hooves and legs — such as applying caustic chemicals deep into the flesh, attaching chains to strike against sore legs, and inserting screws into tender areas of the hooves — to create an exaggerated high-stepping gait known as the “Big Lick” during competitions and shows.

• World Animal News