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31 sloths died in warehouse on way to Orlando exhibit, authorities say

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Officials said most of the deaths of the 21 sloths were due to

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Embattled Southern California sanctuary surrenders 500 ducks, animal lovers cry ‘birds’ – authorities say they turned a blind eye to bird abuse

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Howard Berkowitz's Duck Sanctuary has closed, leaving nearly 500 ducks in sudden need of homes. Instagram/@riversidecountyanimalservices

Nearly 500 ducks are looking for a new place to waddle after the owner of a troubled Southern California sanctuary surrendered the birds amid allegations of overcrowding and improper care. Local animal activists say the situation is more bird-like than most people realize and that authorities should have acted sooner. Riverside County Animal Services is … Read more

Embattled Southern California sanctuary surrenders 500 ducks, animal lovers cry ‘birds’ – authorities say they turned a blind eye to bird abuse

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Embattled Southern California sanctuary surrenders 500 ducks, animal lovers cry 'birds' - authorities say they turned a blind eye to bird abuse

Nearly 500 ducks are looking for a new place to waddle after the owner of a troubled Southern California sanctuary surrendered the birds amid allegations of overcrowding and improper care. Local animal activists say the situation is more bird-like than most people realize and that authorities should have acted sooner. Riverside County Animal Services is … Read more