
Animals
Amid a shortage of veterinarians across the country, Rowan’s Shreiber School gives aspiring animal doctors a chance to stay in the Garden State.
2 days ago
Listen 0:5571 cats saved from Bensalem rescue as director faces cruelty charges
SPCA's communications and development director says the cats are receiving treatment for fleas, ear mites and respiratory infections, among other things.
4 days ago
Jane Goodall, conservationist renowned for chimpanzee research and environmental advocacy, has died
While living among chimpanzees in Africa decades ago, Goodall documented the animals using tools and doing other activities previously believed to be exclusive to people.
5 days ago
Delaware’s piping plover chicks remain at risk from climate change, predators and humans
Though conservation efforts have helped to improve piping plover pairings, researchers say fledgling numbers are not keeping pace.
1 week ago
Listen 1:38The McCausland Arena at the Chamounix Equestrian Center was built by the youth development organization Work to Ride.
2 weeks ago
This Mullica Hill dog trainer draws on past trauma to help rehabilitate anxious and abused pups
On National Dog Day, a South Jersey trainer shares how her past trauma helps her connect with and rehabilitate abused, anxious dogs.
1 month ago
Listen 7:14From beaches to barns: Cape May nonprofit gives horses a second chance
In South Jersey, a local rescue group is saving abandoned horses and reimagining equine care.
1 month ago
Tortoise hatchlings born of century-old parents come out of their shells at Philadelphia Zoo
The 16 were born in a series of hatches this year to Mommy and Abrazzo. The parents are both estimated to be about 100 years old.
2 months ago
‘Tiger Love Island’: Philly zoo’s new big cats arrive as part of breeding program
The Philadelphia Zoo has welcomed an Amur tiger and an Amur leopard as part of a coordinated conservation effort to protect two of the world’s most endangered big cat species.
2 months ago
Many Delaware beachgoers feel the sting of a blooming jellyfish population
Beach patrollers say they’re seeing the most jellyfish activity in recent memory. Lewes Beach had over four times as many stings in July compared to the same month last year.
2 months ago
History on a half shell: How Philadelphia was built on oysters
In colonial Philadelphia, oysters were a uniquely democratic food.
2 months ago
Listen 2:41Animal Alliance in New Jersey announces plans to expand, merge with Hunterdon Humane Animal Shelter
The partnership will expand adoption opportunities and create a new state-of-the-art animal care facility for the region.
2 months ago
Listen 0:56Dogs struggle with summer heat: Here’s how to keep them safe
Heat waves are tough on people — and tougher on some pets, especially dogs. A vet offers advice on keeping them safe.
2 months ago
The Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society is raising money to give owners food and vet care to keep pets at home instead of in a shelter.
3 months ago
Listen 1:11The former plow horse was with New Castle County police for 14 years, then served in Carousel Park’s riding lesson program.
3 months ago
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