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"World's Ugliest Dog" contest reveals most prized mutt

Nineteen mutts went jowl-to-jowl for the right to be crowned the World's Ugliest Dog in the California town of Petaluma on Friday.

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Nenette, France's most famous Orangutan celebrates 50th birthday

She ate strawberry cakes and exotic fruits for the occasion

USA

Dolphins on Gulf Coast dying at triple the normal rate, scientists say

This spring's momentous floodwaters or the 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil spill could be the cause.

USA

Alligator with knife sticking out of its head seen swimming in Texas

Officials found the gator on Friday. It may be removed and taken for observation depending on the severity of its injuries.

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Scientists show wolf head preserved in permafrost for 40,000 years

The head of an ice age wolf, which died 40,000 years ago, has been discovered frozen and preserved in Siberia. A local man uncovered it last year and now scientists say it could lead to further discoveries

Earth News

Best wildlife experiences of June

Looking for ways to engage with nature this month? These are the best wildlife events and trips to have on your radar in June 2019.

Denmark

Danish students learn to relax with anti-stress dog

Sif may be a Labrador but at this school everyone thinks she's a great Dane.

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An ambulance service for pets for the first time in Hong Kong

An ambulance service for pets is now available in Hong Kong, China, to care for animals in emergency situations. The service started with a modified small bus and now has three ambulances equipped with oxygen, bandages and medical supplies.

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Bringing back the bilby - a century extinct in New South Wales

The Autralian bunny, best-loved marsupial, may eventually become extinct if action is not taken to save it.

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Mischievous wolf pups are newest addition to Monterrey zoo

Mexico's La Pastora Zoo has two new "mischievous" additions to its pack of Canadian wolves.

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California condor chick numbers on rise thanks to innovative procedure

Los Angeles Zoo has come up with a unique way of expanding the population of the rare California condor.

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Baby pigs roam at Japan's latest animal-themed cafe

Visitors can pet and play with the tiny trotters on three different floors, while sipping a tea or coffee.

Germany

Watch: Return of wolves divides opinion in Germany

Wolves were once almost extinct in the country but as of 2019, 59 packs have been counted. Farmers are angered by mounting attacks on their animals and demanding the right to kill the predators.

Destinations

Hippos play a key role in maintaining ecosystems... with their poop

The falling hippo numbers may be devastating in Kenya.

United Kingdom

Lost pup survives a year in the wild 'eating rabbits'

Rio, a pup got who lost near Cambridge, UK, probably survived on rabbits for more than a year, said rescuers.

USA

Feeling miserable in the rain? These gorillas too

There's nothing like a downpour to damp the spirits.

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California firefighter rescues young deer from storm drain

Impressive rescue.

Earth News

Whale sculpture washes up in Manila to highlight plight of marine life

You may not expect to see a whale in the middle of Manila but this surprising sight is how one Filipino artist chose to raise awareness of the effects of plastic pollution on marine life.

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Swedes gather to see happy cows released after long winter

Around 5,000 people gathered at a Swedish dairy farm on Saturday (May 4) to watch a herd of very 'happy cows' jump at their first chance of the year to run free into green pastures after a long, dark winter.

World News

More than 500 EU candidates pledge to protect animals

More than 500 EU candidates pledged to protect wildlife by signing onto the Vote for Animals 2019 campaign