06 July 2018
PETITION: Net is closing on animal performance as calls for ban intensify
With accusations of wildlife crime yet to be answered, calls for an animal performance ban in Vietnam grow louder.
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29 June 2018
Olsen Animal Trust ensures long-suffering bears can enjoy pain-free futures
Generous donation from the UK charity will fund vet care for nearly 200 bears rescued from China’s bear bile industry.
28 June 2018
State rescue centres upgraded as Vietnam prepares to end bear bile farming
As the government’s official partner in the campaign to end bear bile farming, Animals Asia revamps rescue centres and trains staff in bear care.
26 June 2018
Miomojo Cub House: From tiny cub to teenage birthday bear – watch rescued sun bear orphan turn three
Rescued at just a few months old after poachers killed his mother, Murphy is still the cutest, most mischievous bear we’ve ever known.
25 June 2018
#MoonBearMonday: Rescued bears know exactly how to deal with a heat wave – sleep and swim!
With summer temperatures regularly reaching the high-30s, wrestling is out, while hammocks, swimming and sleeping in the shade are in.
21 June 2018
People, power and positivity: How we built a grassroots movement against dog meat cruelty
Animals Asia mentors or funds 60% of all animal welfare groups in China, because we know working together is the only way to succeed.
20 June 2018
Under pressure circuses say they will end wild animal performance – but ban is still vital for Vietnam
In response to Animals Asia’s call for a ban and allegations of illegality and widespread abuse, circus bosses say they plan switch to domestic animals.
19 June 2018
Just months after vets saved his life, bile farm survivor finally succumbs to lifetime of injuries
As moon bear Mandela passes away peacefully following a long battle with illness, concern turns to his brother Stardust, alone for the first time.