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Animal Testing.
Animals Used in Experiments
Mice, rats, hamsters, horses, goats, cows, sheep, guinea pigs, rabbits, birds, monkeys, dogs, cats, pigs, reptiles, amphibians, and fish.
What is Animal Testing?
Animal testing refers to any scientific experiment in which a living animal is forced to undergo procedures that may cause pain, suffering, distress, or lasting harm.
The Reality
Millions of animals are suffering in laboratories across the world right now.
How You Can Help
Every purchase is a choice. By buying cruelty-free certified products, you can take a stand against animal testing. Look out for trusted logos such as the Leaping Bunny to ensure your products are genuinely cruelty-free.
Together, we can reduce suffering and create a kinder world.
Bees At Bus Stops.
Utrecht is a vibrant city in the Netherlands, a country in north‑western Europe celebrated for its strikingly flat landscapes.
Across the nation, you’ll find winding canals, endless tulip fields bursting with colour, and iconic windmills that stand as timeless symbols of Dutch heritage.
Honeybee (Can you see his pollen sac?)
The city has transformed the rooftops of its bus stops into green havens, covering them with sedum plants that provide food and shelter for bumblebees and honeybees.
The green roofs are carefully maintained by workers who travel around in electric vehicles, ensuring the city’s commitment to sustainability extends beyond the plants themselves. Each bus stop has been fitted with energy‑efficient LED lights and welcoming bamboo benches. LEDs — short for Light Emitting Diodes — shine brightly while using far less power than traditional bulbs. They last longer too, making them an eco‑friendly choice that saves energy and reduces waste. Combined with natural materials like bamboo, these thoughtful touches show how everyday spaces can be redesigned to care for both people and the planet.
Finns Law
Finn is a remarkable police dog, cared for by his handler, PC Dave Wardell. On 5 October 2016, Finn’s courage saved Dave’s life.
While chasing a young man who had committed a serious crime, the suspect suddenly turned and attacked with a knife. Finn was struck in the head and chest, suffering terrible injuries. Yet, despite his pain, Finn held on and protected Dave from further harm until other officers arrived.
Thanks to emergency surgery, Finn survived — a living testament to loyalty, bravery, and the unbreakable bond between a dog and his partner.
The young man who attacked Finn faced little consequence, leaving PC Dave deeply upset. From that moment, a campaign was launched to ensure service animals received the same protection as their human colleagues.
Thousands of kind and empathetic people came together, signing petitions and lending their voices to the cause. Through their collective compassion, the campaign succeeded, and a new law was passed in Westminster.
On 8 June 2019, Finn’s Law came into action — a landmark step that recognises the bravery of service animals and protects them from harm.
Thanks to Finn’s Law, anyone who harms a service animal — whether a dog or a horse — will now face punishment. This is a vital step forward, recognising the bravery of these animals and ensuring they are protected, just as their human colleagues are.
The best news of all is that Finn made a full recovery from his injuries. Today he lives happily with PC Dave and his family, a true hero whose courage changed the law and inspired kindness across the nation.
Well done, Finn — you are a hero!
Goldfish Life Jacket.
Sometimes love shows itself in the smallest, most inventive ways. One pet parent noticed that his goldfish was struggling — unable to swim upright, the little fish was clearly uncomfortable. Rather than accept this, he looked for a gentle solution.
Using a simple cork, which naturally floats, and a strip of gauze, he fashioned a tiny support harness. This clever creation helped the goldfish stay balanced, allowing him to swim freely and happily once more.
It’s a beautiful reminder that compassion isn’t limited to dogs or cats — even the tiniest creatures deserve care, patience, and kindness. Thanks to this thoughtful act, one goldfish is now living joyfully, upright and proud.
Great job to #theperfectpetparent — proof that empathy can make all the difference.
Under the cover of night, a hedgehog sets out on its quiet adventure. These little wanderers can travel 1–2 kilometres in a single evening, exploring gardens, fields, and hedgerows. Over time, one hedgehog may roam across an area as large as 10 hectares (about 25 acres) — a surprisingly vast territory for such a small creature.
What drives them on these nightly journeys? Food. Hedgehogs are nature’s pest controllers, feasting on beetles, grubs, slugs, and earthworms. Every step they take helps keep ecosystems balanced, making them unsung heroes of the garden.
When night falls, hedgehogs need more than food — they need a safe place to call home. Hedgerows, log piles, and leafy corners of the garden become their shelters, offering warmth, nesting space, and protection from predators.
These hidden havens are vital: a hedgehog will curl into its nest of leaves and moss, safe from the chill and danger, waiting for the world to quiet before venturing out again. By keeping our gardens wild and welcoming, we give hedgehogs the sanctuary they need to thrive.
Across the UK, fields and woodlands are being flattened to make way for houses and schools. Sadly, this leaves hedgehogs with fewer safe places to nest and shelter. These little wanderers often turn to our back gardens, searching for food and safety.
The good news is that we can help. By making our gardens hedgehog‑friendly — leaving wild corners, planting hedgerows, or creating small “hedgehog highways” through fences — we offer them a sanctuary.
If you’d like to join thousands of others protecting these prickly friends, visit Hedgehog Street and sign up to their campaign. You’ll find practical tips, inspiring stories, and ways to connect your garden to the wider hedgehog world.
And remember: if you ever see a hedgehog in distress, call the British Hedgehog Preservation Society helpline on 01584 890801 for immediate advice.
Together, we can make our gardens not just places of beauty, but safe havens for hedgehogs.
Wildlife Crossings.
Have you ever said, “Look, there’s a deer crossing the road”?
In truth, it’s not the deer crossing our road — it’s the road cutting through their home.
Think about that for a moment. Forests have been chopped down, fields flattened, and wild spaces carved away to make room for houses, schools, and endless roads. What was once a safe haven for animals is now a maze of tarmac and speeding cars.
For the deer, the fox, the hedgehog — every crossing is a risk. It must be terrifying to step onto a road, knowing danger rushes toward them at frightening speed. And it’s not only dangerous for the animals, but for the people behind the wheel too.
When we see a deer on the road, we’re witnessing a creature forced to navigate the fragments of its broken home. It’s a reminder that our choices shape not just our world, but theirs.
Netherlands
They protect badgers, boars and deer.
Germany
Stags, boars, rabbits and foxes used this crossing within 3 days of being built.
Canada Can you see the elks?
A safe passage bridge, created so wildlife can roam freely without danger.
Animals need to roam free — for shelter, for food, and to find a mate. So the next time you see a deer, a badger, or even a fox crossing the road, remember: they are not just crossing our road, they are crossing what was once their beautiful home.
To help them, humans began building special pathways known as wildlife crossings. The very first was created in France in the 1950s, and the idea quickly spread across the world. Some crossings are bridges that rise gracefully over busy highways, while others are underpasses that tunnel safely beneath.
From Europe to North America, these crossings reconnect fragmented habitats, giving animals a chance to move freely and safely once more. They are living proof that when we design with compassion, we can share the land in harmony.
Christmas Island
On Christmas Island, one of nature’s most astonishing spectacles takes place each year. In late October and November, as the wet season begins, around 60 million red land crabs leave the forests and march down to the coast to spawn. Roads, towns, and pathways are suddenly alive with a sea of scarlet legs, a reminder of how deeply connected wildlife is to the rhythms of the earth.
To protect these creatures — and the people who share the roads — special wildlife crossings have been built. Some are bridges that rise above the traffic, while others are tunnels that pass safely beneath. These crossings allow animals to connect or reconnect with their habitats, preventing accidents that could harm both wildlife and humans.
They are more than engineering solutions; they are symbols of respect. Each bridge or tunnel says: we see you, we honour your journey, and we will make space for you to roam free.
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