China has finally unveiled laws to prevent cruelty to pet animals. These rules were framed with the help of the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA). They prohibit inhumane culling, skinning and killing of animals. Furthermore animals in labs as well as in wildlife are afforded protection for the first time. "It is a very significant landmark - when it is passed it will be the first time in China's history that the state is sending a clear message to every citizen - 'the way we treat animals matters'," said Paul Littlefair, senior programme manager with the RSPCA's international department. Source: MedindiaRAS << Having an Abortion Increases Risk of Complications in Futur... Research Team Working On Improving Proficiency in Laparoscop... >> Recommended Reading Anthrax Anthrax is caused by the bacterium Bacillus anthracis and spreads when the anthrax spores are inhaled, ingested, or come into contact with the skin lesion on a host. READ MORE Rabies Rabies is a zoonotic viral disease which affects domestic and wild animals. READ MORE DNA Finger Printing DNA fingerprinting is a technique which helps forensic scientists and legal experts solve crimes, identity thefts, legal suits and terrorism cases. READ MORE Lifespan in Cold-Blooded Animals Linked to Temperature A new study has said that warmer temperatures make cold-blooded organisms live longer at higher latitudes than at lower latitudes. READ MORE Most Popular on Medindia Diaphragmatic Hernia Find a Doctor Find a Hospital
China has finally unveiled laws to prevent cruelty to pet animals. These rules were framed with the help of the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA). They prohibit inhumane culling, skinning and killing of animals. Furthermore animals in labs as well as in wildlife are afforded protection for the first time. "It is a very significant landmark - when it is passed it will be the first time in China's history that the state is sending a clear message to every citizen - 'the way we treat animals matters'," said Paul Littlefair, senior programme manager with the RSPCA's international department. Source: MedindiaRAS << Having an Abortion Increases Risk of Complications in Futur... Research Team Working On Improving Proficiency in Laparoscop... >> Recommended Reading Anthrax Anthrax is caused by the bacterium Bacillus anthracis and spreads when the anthrax spores are inhaled, ingested, or come into contact with the skin lesion on a host. READ MORE Rabies Rabies is a zoonotic viral disease which affects domestic and wild animals. READ MORE DNA Finger Printing DNA fingerprinting is a technique which helps forensic scientists and legal experts solve crimes, identity thefts, legal suits and terrorism cases. READ MORE Lifespan in Cold-Blooded Animals Linked to Temperature A new study has said that warmer temperatures make cold-blooded organisms live longer at higher latitudes than at lower latitudes. READ MORE Most Popular on Medindia Diaphragmatic Hernia Find a Doctor Find a Hospital
