29 July 2015
Rescued from a bile farm – now it’s Longo’s sight that’s being saved
Dedicated vets at Animals Asia are determined to prolong the sight of a rescued moon bear for as long as possible despite her slowly deteriorating vision.
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27 July 2015
Bridger keeps the pool party all to himself
Moon bears get pretty hot and sticky when the sun beats down on that thick, glossy fur of theirs. And while the dens, trees and enclosure structures offer some shade, sometimes there’s only one way to cool off - a refreshing dip in the pool.
24 July 2015
How the legacy of two Swiss animal lovers is still saving moon bears
Animals Asia is indebted to the Marchig Animal Welfare Trust for its support in our work to rescue bears from the bear bile industry in China and Vietnam.
24 July 2015
Moon bear friends adapt to change as the neighbours move in
It’s all change in House 6 for beautiful moon bear friends Caz and Luna, as their long time ‘neighbours’ Mary and Bibi officially move in.
22 July 2015
Rescued moon bear defies paralysis to forage in the sun
A moon bear rescued by Animals Asia from one of China’s infamous bile farms has amazed her carers by overcoming paralysis to once again walk in the sun.
20 July 2015
Helios – three legs, a big heart and 100% power
A happy moon bear is a playful moon bear. But when does tender hugging turn to playful wrestling? One armed moon bear Helios gives a helpful demonstration with his pal Fynn.
17 July 2015
Sledgehammer slaughter was a wake up call for Vietnam
Animal cruelty has repeatedly made headlines in Vietnam. For the country to take the next step in combatting this issue robust animal welfare laws are required.
16 July 2015
How South Korea manages to “farm” dogs where others have failed - will shock you
China has consistently failed to farm "meat dogs" with the industry relying instead on theft of companion animals. But does South Korea prove that these dogs can be farmed - our founder Jill Robinson says no.