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Animal Concerns Research & Education Society (ACRES) News & Blogs
Instantly update yourself on the latest animal welfare developments. Leading animal shelters and rescuers will share news and knowledge with you, consolidated through their blogs and social media pages.
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Updates On 21st Feb 2015
21st Feb 2015, by Animal Concerns Research & Education Society (ACRES)
THERE’S STILL TIME TO HELP WALNUT, GARNET ,CANDY, AND OTHERS!
We have EXACTLY A WEEK left to the end of our campaign to give warmth to Walnut and the other animals in our care, and we have not hit our target yet! We still need YOUR help!
We want to begin 2015 by making a difference for recently rescued animals such as Candy, an apricot milk snake, and others who require custom-made enclosures to ensure optimal living conditions. We also want to make the living space as good as it can be for...
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Updates On 21st Feb 2015
21st Feb 2015, by Animal Concerns Research & Education Society (ACRES)
OPENING YOUNG HEARTS AND MINDS TO THE WORLD OF ANIMALS
Do you remember what it was like to be a child, learning something new and surprising? However young they may be, children open their eyes (and hearts) to animals, almost instinctively. It was such a wondrous pleasure watching these little ones staying so focused while learning how to care for animals, during our special HEAL programme for kindergartens!
When we recently visited the children at Swallows and Amazons kindergarten, we opened ...
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Dogs Know That Smile On Your Face
20th Feb 2015, by Animal Concerns Research & Education Society (ACRES)
ANIMAL SENTIENCE: DOGS KNOW THAT SMILE ON YOUR FACE!
For those of us who live with canine companions, we’re pretty sure that many times they know what we’re thinking and feeling.
Now, there is convincing scientific evidence to back this up.
According to a new study, dogs can indeed tell the difference between happy and angry human faces. The discovery represents the first solid evidence that an animal other than humans can discriminate between emotional expressions in another species, th...
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Updates On 19th Feb 2015
19th Feb 2015, by Animal Concerns Research & Education Society (ACRES)
JOIN THE CHONG PANG PUBLIC FORUM ON ANIMAL PROTECTION POLICIES
Thanks to your feedback and suggestions, the animal protection movement has grown significantly over the past few years. But there is always room for improvement, and we want to hear from you.
Organised by ACRES and Chong Pang Division, the Chong Pang Public Forum on Animal Protection Policies is a not-to-be-missed opportunity to have your say about the issues that matter to you, give your feedback and suggestions, and pose your...
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Updates On 19th Feb 2015
19th Feb 2015, by Animal Concerns Research & Education Society (ACRES)
HELP ANIMALS THIS FESTIVE SEASON! MEET GARNET….
This tiny fellow here is Garnet, an African spurred tortoise, native to Africa.
Sadly, he is just one of thousands of tortoises captured from the wild and smuggled around the world to supply the illegal pet trade. Most of them die along to way, and those who survive get sold to buyers who frequently are not be prepared to care for them permanently, as these beautiful creatures can often live much longer than we can.
Garnet was found abandoned...
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Updates On 18th Feb 2015
18th Feb 2015, by Animal Concerns Research & Education Society (ACRES)
HAPPY LUNAR NEW YEAR!
Gong Xi Fa Cai to all our supporters!
We’re about to enter the year of the goat!
Goats are very sociable, intelligent and curious animals! And, just like a human mother and baby, mother goats and their babies - known as kids - share a very close bond. They are able to recognise each other's call the moment the mother goat has given birth to her baby!
Were you born in the year of the goat? People say that those born in the year of the goat are intelligent, creative, a ...
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Updates On 18th Feb 2015
18th Feb 2015, by Animal Concerns Research & Education Society (ACRES)
SINGAPORE’S NATIVE WILDLIFE: MYNAH BIRDS
As you spring clean your home today, have you ever wondered where our wild neighbours call home?
How about one of our most sighted neighbours- the mynah bird! Have you ever wondered what are their homes made of? A place to call home, a mynah bird’s nest consists of a variety of materials. Leaves, grasses, feathers and assorted items of rubbish are commonly used by these industrious birds to build their homes!
Most species of mynah bird are though...
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Updates On 17th Feb 2015
17th Feb 2015, by Animal Concerns Research & Education Society (ACRES)
MEET WALNUT!
Walnut, a red-footed tortoise, was rescued last month after being found wandering around Pasir Ris Park. He was in terrible condition, with necrotic wounds on all four legs. A victim of the illegal exotic pet trade, he was probably illegally smuggled into Singapore to be sold as a pet, then abandoned by his owner.
We are pleased to report that Walnut’s condition and appetite are improving day by day, under the watchful eye of our caregivers, who are giving him lots of TLC and s...
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New York Bans 'Tiger Selfies'
17th Feb 2015, by Animal Concerns Research & Education Society (ACRES)
ANIMALS IN THE NEWS: "TIGER SELFIES" BANNED IN NEW YORK CITY!
Did you know that from this month, it is illegal for people in New York to take selfies with big cats? This is great news for the animals, for whom such photography sessions are undoubtedly stressful, and incredibly unnatural. It’s not uncommon for photography animals to be drugged and beaten too. And cubs bred for use as "photo props" may be neglected, mistreated and abandoned when they grow up and can no longer be used.
This ban...
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Updates On 16th Feb 2015
16th Feb 2015, by Animal Concerns Research & Education Society (ACRES)
BIKE – VICTIM OF MOUNTAIN BIKE COLLISION
Bike, a young male long-tailed macaque, was rescued on the 6th of February 2015 at Bukit Timah Nature Reserve (Hindhede Bike Trail). He had been hit by a mountain bike. As a result, he suffered lacerations to his head, and a puncture wound on his nose which cut through to his upper lip. Due to the significant impact from the collision, he is still recovering from head trauma. His movements are uncoordinated and it is still uncertain if he will suffer t...
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Updates On 15th Feb 2015
15th Feb 2015, by Animal Concerns Research & Education Society (ACRES)
A THANK YOU WITH A DIFFERENCE!
A lot of the time, we do not have the chance to meet the people who are thanking us. But the nice officers from the MSF (Ministry of Social & Family Development) decided to change things - with a cool twist! This is the special thank you card they sent us (to acknowledge the fact that ACRES welcomes youths doing their Community Service Order to volunteer with us), which literally melted every one of us in ACRES! To the Officers at MSF, you’re very welcome, and T...
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Updates On 15th Feb 2015
15th Feb 2015, by Animal Concerns Research & Education Society (ACRES)
THANK YOU, PARVARNE!
Parvarne volunteered at the ACRES Wildlife Rescue Centre for 2 months, from December 2014 to January 2015. She is a cheerful individual whose enthusiasm to help is contagious! Parvarne helped us tremendously in not only providing essential everyday care to the animals, but also assisted with providing veterinary care. We wish Parvarne all the best in her studies, and we look forward to seeing her again!
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Updates On 14th Feb 2015
14th Feb 2015, by Animal Concerns Research & Education Society (ACRES)
WARMTH FOR WALNUT
Happy Valentine's Day to all! As we celebrate this day with our loved one, let us also remember to share some love with the animals too.
From 14th - 28 February, to tie in with the Chinese New Year celebrations, help us improve the lives of rescued animals in our care even further and provide the newcomers with comfortable homes.
One such animal that needs your help right now is Walnut, who suffers severe pain from necrotic wounds on every limb and is undergoing critical ca...
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Updates On 14th Feb 2015
14th Feb 2015, by Animal Concerns Research & Education Society (ACRES)
OUTREACH UPDATE: YOUTHS SPEAKING UP FOR ANIMALS
When was it: 29 Jan 2015
Where did it take place: Tembusu College, National University of Singapore
Who was involved: Passionate learners, Concerned youths, Active listeners
Honoured by the invitation to the Master's Tea at Tembusu College, it was a delightful experience for ACRES to share our views on animal protection issues with the students. That afternoon was filled with in-depth conversations and an engaging Q&A session, about an array of t...
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Updates On 13th Feb 2015
13th Feb 2015, by Animal Concerns Research & Education Society (ACRES)
ANIMAL SENTIENCE: WHY WE DO WHAT WE DO
Why does ACRES exist? Why do we do what we do?
It really comes down to one reason: the fact that animals are sentient beings.
As well as feeling physical sensations such as pain, hunger and discomfort, plenty of evidence supports the notion that many of them experience a whole host of other feelings and emotions, including fear, happiness, grief and empathy, and many more.
However, as humans continue to exploit animals in so many ways, the feelings ...
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23 Ways To Rock Your Vegan Barbecue
12th Feb 2015, by Animal Concerns Research & Education Society (ACRES)
VEGGIE THURSDAY: TRY A VEGGIE BARBEQUE!
With less rainy evenings these days, it's the perfect time of year to host a barbeque!
But how to do a barbeque with no meat?! Believe it or not, it's actually really easy, and there are loads of vegetarian and vegan options out there. For some inspiration, take a look at these great tips!
http://www.buzzfeed.com/deenashanker/recipes-tha t-prove-nobody-barbecues-like-a-vegan#.mvVxZQd2Mn
#ACRES #VeggieThursdaySG #EndAnimalCruelty
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