Felids

Vietnam seizes shipment of lion bones/rhino horn with origin South Africa

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Friday, July 23, 2021
Felids, Mammals, Rhinoceroses, Unicorns, Poaching, International Fund for Animal Welfare, Traffic, Lion

The International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) said the seizure represented "a clear convergence of criminality between lion breeding and bone exporting and rhino horn trafficking".

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  • The International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) said the seizure represented "a clear convergence of criminality between lion breeding and bone exporting and rhino horn trafficking".
  • The poaching of rhinos for their horns has devastated populations of rhinos in South Africa with as many as 10,000 killed since 2007.
  • South Africa last issued permits for the export of lion bones in 2018, and there has been no official export of bones since then.
  • The Panel recommended that South Africa do not captive breed lions, keep lions in captivity, or use captive lions and their derivatives commercially.

Preston Hollow Capital Completes Financing for The Highlander in a Public Private Partnership With Radford University, Virginia

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Friday, July 2, 2021
Commercial Building & Real Estate, Construction & Property, Finance, Urban planning, Professional services, University, Lodging, Education, Travel, Radford University, Radford, Brian Hemphill, Cats, Highlander, Education in the United States, Felids

Sustainability Bonds were adopted based upon sustainability framework guidance from the International Capital Markets Association and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

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  • Sustainability Bonds were adopted based upon sustainability framework guidance from the International Capital Markets Association and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
  • Preston Hollow worked hand in hand with Radford University and the Radford University Foundation to execute the financing.
  • The Highlander represents a bold step forward for this University and community, said Radford University President Brian Hemphill.
  • Radford University Foundation CEO John Cox said, Breaking ground for The Highlander is a thrilling day for the Radford University Foundation.

American Humane Asks Americans to Rescue a Cat - or Two - During Its Adopt-A-Cat Month® This June

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Wednesday, June 2, 2021
Felids, Animal welfare, Pets, Animal shelters, Dogs as pets, Cats, Kitten, Trap–neuter–return, Pet adoption

June marks the height of "kitten season," when numerous litters of kittens are born and often end up in animal shelters.

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  • June marks the height of "kitten season," when numerous litters of kittens are born and often end up in animal shelters.
  • Sadly, it is estimated that more than 70 percent of cats that enter U.S. animal shelters are euthanized because they are never adopted.
  • According to a study by the American Pet Products Association, more than 12 million U.S. households got a new pet in 2020.
  • Adopt-A-Cat Month is part of a larger effort by American Humane to help our feline friends and solve the unique challenges and issues they face.

Fluffy French Bulldogs, Bengal Cats & F1 Savannah Cats - The Designer Pets That Are Taking Social Media by Storm Cost Upwards of $250,000

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Monday, April 19, 2021
Felids, Savannah cat, Bengal cat, Cats, Cheetah, Serengeti cat

Unfortunately,serval & savannah cat breeders don\'t seem to care about anything about the money in their pocket.

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  • Unfortunately,serval & savannah cat breeders don\'t seem to care about anything about the money in their pocket.
  • "\nPeople love Savannah cats because they have dog like personalities, they mirror a cheetah and are often quite large.
  • As we noticed the bengal cats being bred with domestic cats for hobby breeders to make a quick buck.
  • Bengal cats come in mink, silver, grey, charcoal, blue white or snow and different shades of brown.

Now Exclusively Available At PetSmart: Nacho Flay's Premium Cat-Crafted Cat Food, Made By Nacho

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Monday, April 19, 2021
Felids, Pet foods, Cats, Cat food, Food and drink, Bobby Flay, Maine Coon, Food

Chef Bobby Flay developed the premium cat food with the help of his Maine Coon cat, Nacho who taste-tested every bite.

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  • Chef Bobby Flay developed the premium cat food with the help of his Maine Coon cat, Nacho who taste-tested every bite.
  • The duo\'s ultimate goal: to create a tasty and nutritious menu of dry food, wet food and freeze-dried treats for Nacho and all his feline friends.
  • "It\'s clear that Bobby\'s love of cats was influential in creating this line of premium cat food, and as fellow cat-lovers, we knew this partnership was a natural fit.
  • "That\'s why I helped Nacho create new recipes with premium, high quality ingredients that focus on taste and nutrition.

Sensitive to Cat Allergens? Take The LiveClear Challenge with Purina Pro Plan and Mayim Bialik

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Monday, April 12, 2021
Felids, Cats, Allergology, Branches of biology, Fel d 1, Felinology, Glycoproteins, Purina One, Fancy Feast, Allergen, Cat food, Nestlé Purina PetCare

LOUIS, April 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Purina Pro Plan has partnered with actress and neuroscientist Mayim Bialik to kick-off The LiveClear Challenge, encouraging cat owners with cat allergen sensitivities to discover the life-changing power of Pro Plan LiveClear, the first and only cat food that reduces the major allergen in cat hair and dander.

Key Points: 
  • LOUIS, April 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Purina Pro Plan has partnered with actress and neuroscientist Mayim Bialik to kick-off The LiveClear Challenge, encouraging cat owners with cat allergen sensitivities to discover the life-changing power of Pro Plan LiveClear, the first and only cat food that reduces the major allergen in cat hair and dander.
  • While many people think cat hair is the problem, it\'s actually what\'s on ita protein called Fel d 1 that cats produce in their saliva.
  • When cats eat Pro Plan LiveClear, the key ingredient a specific protein sourced from eggs binds to Fel d 1 and safely neutralizes it in the cats\' mouth.
  • Purina manufactures some of the world\'s most trusted and popular pet care products, including Purina ONE, Pro Plan, Fancy Feast and Tidy Cats.

Shaquille O'Neal joins Tony The Tiger® at Center Court with Kellogg's Frosted Flakes' First-of-its-Kind Cereal Slam Dunk

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Tuesday, March 30, 2021
Felids, Kellogg's cereals, Kellogg's, Tony the Tiger, Frosted Flakes, Shaquille O'Neal, Tiger, Breakfast cereal, Tony

This one-of-a-kind cereal collaboration is the first time in Kellogg's Frosted Flakes history that Tony the Tiger has teamed up with a superstar athlete and his personal pal to create an ALL NEW, slam dunk cereal.

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  • This one-of-a-kind cereal collaboration is the first time in Kellogg's Frosted Flakes history that Tony the Tiger has teamed up with a superstar athlete and his personal pal to create an ALL NEW, slam dunk cereal.
  • "It's no secret I love Tony the Tiger, and having my own Kellogg's Frosted Flakes cereal has been a lifelong dream," said Shaquille O'Neal.
  • And more importantly, by buying a box you can help support Mission Tiger to help middle schoolers gain better access to sports."
  • Tony is upping his game and passing the ball to Shaq for this cereal collaboration, scoring even more support for Mission Tiger.

Meow Mix® Limited-Edition Record Featuring Epic ReMixes of Famous Jingle Drops in Time for Meow-sic's Biggest Night

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Friday, March 12, 2021
Felids, Cats, Films, Meow Mix, Male mammals, Meow

ORRVILLE, Ohio, March 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Today, Meow Mix dropped a limited-edition "Meow Mix ReMix LP" collector's item featuring the most purred about songs of the year.

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  • ORRVILLE, Ohio, March 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Today, Meow Mix dropped a limited-edition "Meow Mix ReMix LP" collector's item featuring the most purred about songs of the year.
  • Each purchase also includes a coupon for a FREE bag of brand-new Meow Mix Tasty Layers cat food.
  • "The Meow Mix LP celebrates the brand's iconic jingle while also bringing a modern energy to the party," said Ryan Thomas, VP of Brand Marketing.
  • Visit meowmix.com/remix to sample the Meow Mix ReMix songs and to learn more about our full collection of Meow Mix products.

Nearly 100 Great Cats, Bears and Wolves Rescued from "Tiger King" Principles

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Friday, March 5, 2021
Felids, Predators, Environmental conservation, Big cats, Panthera, Apex predators, Animal sanctuaries, The Wild Animal Sanctuary, Leopard, Grizzly bear, Lion, Carolina Tiger Rescue

Dozens of "Tiger King" animals find new lives of sanctuary at Colorado Sanctuary.

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  • Dozens of "Tiger King" animals find new lives of sanctuary at Colorado Sanctuary.
  • As previously reported, 39 tigers and three black bears were rescued from Joseph "Joe Exotic" Maldonado-Passage in late 2017, the major player in the series, who is currently serving a 22-year sentence in federal prison on animal abuse and murder-for-hire charges.
  • The Wild Animal Sanctuary rescued 17 of the facility's big catsa mixture of tigers, lions and hybrids and two grizzly bears, who exchanged their small, chain-link enclosures for the Sanctuary's large-acreage, natural habitats.
  • The Wild Animal Sanctuary is the largest nonprofit carnivore sanctuary in the world, with over 600 rescued animals including lions, tigers, bears, wolves, leopards and other large carnivores living in large-acreage natural habitats.

The Cat Fanciers' Association Reveals The Ten Most Popular Breeds For 2020

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Tuesday, February 16, 2021
Felids, Cats, Cat Fancy, Cat registries, Show cat, Ragdoll, Cat Fanciers' Association, Persian cat, Ragamuffin cat

CLEVELAND, Feb. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Cat Fanciers' Association, Inc. (CFA)the world's largest registry of pedigreed catshas tallied their worldwide registration statistics for 2020 to determine the most popular cat breeds.

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  • CLEVELAND, Feb. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Cat Fanciers' Association, Inc. (CFA)the world's largest registry of pedigreed catshas tallied their worldwide registration statistics for 2020 to determine the most popular cat breeds.
  • CFA accepts 46 pedigreed breeds for registration, and registers companion cats and rescued non-pedigree cats under its Companion Cat World program.
  • Large and longhaired, with a soft, plush coat, the Ragdoll is noted for its intense blue eyes and mellow disposition.
  • In fourth place is the Persian , one of the most popular breeds around the world.