Nature’s Way Almanac 2020 — Oakland County Blog

WILDER SIDE OF OAKLAND COUNTY January January is the month that some lament the onslaught of winter storms, but for those that love the ways of nature, it’s a month of grand adventure and discovery. It’s a time to hike and breathe deeply under evergreen trees and, if Mother Nature cooperates, snowshoe on backcountry trails. […] …

Nearly 2 Dozen Llamas Are Missing From an Exotic Animal Farm in Perris — KTLA

About two dozen llamas are missing from an exotic animal farm in Southern California, and investigators believe it’s a break-in. The incident happened early Monday at the 14-acre private facility in Perris, the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department told CNN affiliate KMIR. “We received a call about 6:30 a.m. regarding numerous llamas and emus walking on Orange,”… …

Harvard Law School launches Animal Rights Programme — Tuesday’s Horse

VEGANFIRST reports: Animal liberation is the social justice movement of our times. And here’s more proof that it’s growing: Harvard Law School has launched a programme teaching students how they can fight for animal rights. Called the Animal Law & Policy Clinic,it provides students hands-on experience in animal advocacy, touching upon legislation, policymaking, litigation, administration […] …

Sask. researchers explore impacts of human-animal bond on inmates in new magazine — Regina Leader-Post

Physically deformed because of his crimes, it's difficult for this particular inmate to interact with people without fear of judgement. Read More via Sask. researchers explore impacts of human-animal bond on inmates in new magazine — Regina Leader-Post