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18.04.2020 / 02:17

Zoo closures could 'kill animals' in coronavirus lockdown as 'feeding them is expensive'

The coronavirus lockdown could force hundreds of animals to be killed as zoos go out of business and can't afford to feed their animals.

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Sniffer dogs 'could be used by NHS to detect coronavirus in doctors and nurses'

Dogs could be hired by the NHS to screen up to 750 key workers an hour for coronavirus.

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Sleeping lions take advantage of coronavirus lockdown to enjoy nap in middle of road

The coronavirus pandemic is nothing short of a disaster for humans, but for the natural world it has been a game-changer.

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Starving monkeys ransack government office shut during coronavirus pandemic

A troop of sneaky monkeys raided a government building in Indonesia abandoned by officials during the coronavirus lockdown.

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Coronavirus began months earlier and not in Wuhan, bombshell UK report claims

Everything we thought we knew about the beginnings of the coronavirus pandemic could be wrong.

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Coronavirus police seize 13,000 wild animal carcasses in China to prevent spread

Police in China have seized more than 13,000 animal carcasses over fears they could spread coronavirus.

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Ricky Gervais slams 'f*****g idiots' who refuse to adopt black cats due to bad selfies

Ricky Gervais is never afraid of voicing his opinions - and this time the comedian is taking aim at people over cats.

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Second Chinese city bans eating dogs and cats in latest coronavirus clampdown

A second Chinese city has banned eating dogs and cats in the latest coronavirus clampdown – sparking fresh hopes that Asia’s brutal "wet markets" could be stamped out for good.

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RSPCA warns dogs face abuse as study claims they may have spread coronavirus to humans

Animal charities have warned that dogs could be abused or abandoned by people who blame them for spreading coronavirus.

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Coronavirus crisis sees dangerous animals like snakes let loose in UK parks

Dangerous exotic animals are feared to be on the loose after being dumped by cash-strapped families to cut costs.

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Coronavirus could wipe out apes as gorillas and chimps face extinction

Coronavirus could lead to the extinction of many endangered species of ape, scientists have warned.

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Rats going to war and turning to cannibalism as food dries up during lockdown

Starving rats have gone into a frenzy as the coronavirus lockdown drives New York City's feral rodents into acts of war.

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Mysterious monkey deaths see hundreds of villagers screened in coronavirus probe

Hundreds of villagers have been medically screened in a coronavirus probe after the mysterious deaths of 10 monkeys.

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Vet urgently warns 'don't let anyone pat your dog' amid coronavirus link to pets

A vet has issued an urgent warning to dog and cat owners as the coronavirus pandemic continues to tighten its grip on the UK.

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Monkeys rioting during coronavirus lockdown caught raiding crops by furious farmer

Starving monkeys have been terrorising villagers by raiding vital crops during the coronavirus lockdown in India.

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Seagull pulls rabbit out of hole and swallows it whole in gruesome footage

A seagull was caught on camera pulling a wild rabbit out of a hole and swallowing it whole in gruesome footage.

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New coronavirus 'right around the corner' if wet markets don't close, warn activists

The next global pandemic is "right around the corner" if wet markets don't close, animal rights activists have said.

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Woman who 'tried to hang dog' after 'stabbing pooch' facing Easter behind bars

A woman accused of stabbing and trying to hang a dog could spend Easter behind bars.

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China reclassifies dogs as pets instead of livestock in 'game-changer' for canines

China has drawn up new guidelines to reclassify dogs as pets rather than livestock.

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Study finds cats and ferrets can catch coronavirus and a test is available

Cats and ferrets are among the animals most at risk of catching coronavirus, warn vets.

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Rhino 'enforces coronavirus lockdown' by charging at man on deserted streets

A rhino has been filmed chasing after villagers in a quarantined region with viewers online joking it is "enforcing the coronavirus lockdown".

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Vets fear monkeys being killed by coronavirus after 14 found dead with pneumonia

Vets in India are investigating the first probable cases of fatal coronavirus infection in wild monkeys.

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Seal enjoys swim during coronavirus lockdown in empty River Thames

A seal has been spotted enjoying a quiet swim in River Thames while the city is put on a halt during coronavirus lockdown.

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Falcon nesting on Salisbury Cathedral webcam becomes internet hit during lockdown

Incredible webcam footage showing a falcon nesting on the spire of Salisbury Cathedral has attracted thousands of people during the coronavirus lockdown.

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Hundreds of dogs and cats at pet markets found dead after owners abandon them

Hundreds of caged cats, dogs, and rabbits have been found dead at a pet market in Pakistan which was abandoned when the country went into coronavirus lockdown.

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Monkeys and apes chain smoking cigarettes as coronavirus panic grips planet

Stressed-out primates have taken to chain smoking cigarettes as the coronavirus crisis rages across the globe.

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Chinese restaurant boss admits he skins puppies alive and feeds them to diners

A Chinese restaurant boss has admitted buying puppies from underground dealers – before skinning them alive and serving them to patrons.

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Cats going 'lockdown loopy' with coronavirus stress - but dogs are absolutely loving it

Busy vets have told how pet owners are bringing in cats that are going "Lockdown Loopy" with stress - while dogs are loving the Government clampdown.

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Humans self-isolating due to coronavirus a ‘bonanza’ for Manitoba wildlife

Although the recent dumping of snow might have put a damper on things — at least for a few days —one of the byproducts of so many Manitobans self-isolating amid the coronavirus pandemic has been an increase in wildlife activity on our streets and in our yards.

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Trophy hunter who posed with kills says Scot Government 'wanted the animals dead'

A trophy hunter who got death threats for posing with her kills says the Scottish Government wanted the animals bumped off.

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Cats and dogs to be dumped in huge numbers when lockdown ends, warn experts

An animal shelter is bracing itself for an influx of dumped pets when the lockdown forced on us by the coronavirus crisis finally comes to an end.

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Zoo introducing animals to Winnipeggers online with new ‘creature features’

The Assiniboine Park Zoo may be closed to visitors due to the coronavirus pandemic, but its staff are still finding new ways to keep the animals top of mind for Winnipeggers — even if they can’t see them in person.

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Coronavirus lockdown leads to herd of deer moving into housing estate in London

Nature has reclaimed the streets amid the UK's coronavirus lockdown including a herd of deer making their home on a housing estate in east London.

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Cat becomes third pet to test positive for coronavirus after owner gets bug

A pet cat has tested positive for coronavirus after its owner caught the deadly bug, officials say.

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London’s humane society holds ‘virtual food drive’ to help stock near-depleted supply

The Humane Society of London and Middlesex is turning to Londoners for help in stocking up its supply of pet food for the more than 100 animals in its care.

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Coronavirus: How to take care of your pet properly during the Covid-19 pandemic

If you’re concerned about your pet, try a remote vet consultation.

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Coronavirus: The 'pawsonal' training plan with an exclusive workout for owners and furry friends

If you’re working out at home why not get your pooch involved? Doggy site rover.com has teamed up with personal trainer Chessie King to create an exclusive workout owners can do with their furry friends.

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Crocodile seen outside Cancun hotel as predators 'take back control' of hotspots

Incredible footage captures how crocodiles, jaguars and sea turtles are "taking back control" of two Mexican resorts as residents were ordered to stay home following a coronavirus lockdown.

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Rampaging monkeys launching attacks are sign of biblical plague, claims rabbi

A rabbi has linked a troop of monkeys terrorising streets in Thailand to a verse in The Bible.

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Coronavirus: London Zoo launches appeal for help as zookeepers still caring for animals

It's gates may have shut thanks to coronavirus but life goes on for the dedicated staff caring for 18,000 animals at ZSL London Zoo.

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Cat gets coronavirus from owner as medics recommend limited contact with pets

A Belgian woman with coronavirus has passed the infection onto her cat.

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Chinese government claims coronavirus can be cured by 'bear bile and goat horn'

The Chinese government has promoted doctors who use medicine made from parts of wild beasts to treat COVID-19 sufferers - despite the disease having first come from eating wildlife.

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Britain's oldest dog is still going strong at 147 in human years

A former stray dog named "Queenie" is thought to be Britain's oldest dog at the grand age of 21 in dog years.

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Adorable endangered twin ring-tailed lemur newborns make first appearance at UK zoo

Despite being on the endangered list, twin ring-tailed lemurs have been born at a UK zoo.

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Quebec animal hospitals, shelters to remain open after being declared an essential service

Animal shelters and veterinarian offices are considered an essential service under the latest guidelines from the Quebec provincial government

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Brazen Brits ignore coronavirus advice and flock to parks, seaside towns and markets

Brazen Brits have been ignoring advice to shun social gathering and instead are oacking parks, seaside towns and markets this weekend.

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Horrifying photos show dead puppies stuffed into tiny glass jars next to bins

Dead dogs have been found next to a rubbish bin collection point after being stuffed into tiny glass jars.

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WWE legend The Undertaker and wife joined by tiger in swimming pool

The Undertaker and his wife have posted a video of themselves sharing a pool with a tiger as they made an appeal on behalf of the wild animal.

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United States	Cases: 46 252 513 Deaths: 750 423 Recovered: 0
India	Cases: 34 321 025 Deaths: 459 652 Recovered: 0
Brazil	Cases: 21 835 785 Deaths: 608 235 Recovered: 0
United Kingdom	Cases: 9 215 683 Deaths: 141 607 Recovered: 0
Russia	Cases: 8 494 589 Deaths: 237 619 Recovered: 0