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Watching wild wolves is fascinating, because they look so like dogs, yet they’re clearly wild animals. Today’s dogs and wolves had common ancestors, and, like humans, both species are social animals which survive through co-operation. Wolves co-operate in hunting, and in helping raise pups. Dogs aren’t always so good at co-operating with one another, but…
Why should anyone ask this question? The UK House of Commons has decided to reject an amendment that would ensure that UK law recognises that non-human animals are sentient. In other words, the MPs decided to vote against recognising that animals other than humans have feelings. This is a bit jaw-dropping for pet owners. We’re…
‘Run rabbit run’ was a popular British song of the 1940s. It was strongly on the side of the rabbit, and against the farmer who wanted his rabbit pie. A lot of Brits today would also back the rabbit, arguing that we can buy meat in a supermarket, so there’s no need to kill cute…