It may look like a pet show, but during the next two weekends critters are gathering together to make a joyful noise unto the Lord. "Holy Cow" takes on a whole new meaning during events celebrating the annual Blessing of the Animals in conjuncti...

Reuters - New Jersey allows cruelty to farm animals by failing to ban practices such as castration without anesthetic, animal rights activists said on Wednesday in a lawsuit that might help set national standards for the treatment of livestock.

' Animals insecure during Diwali' Times of India, India - Says Kalkaji-based veterinarian Dr Dinesh Yadav: "So it is essential that owners be near their pets , comfort and reassure them. For bigger animals like dogs ...