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ANIMALS

Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Our Lives / ADOPT ME!
Dec 5, 2018
Captivating calico: A cat named Gorori
Gorori, a gorgeous wide-eyed calico, came in from the cold streets. She captured hearts with her big personality and was brought to ARK.
Japan Times
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Nov 25, 2018
All-points bulletin: A Shiba named Reina is in need of a home
Reina is smart, knows a lot of commands, loves other dogs and doesn't even mind veterinarians.
Japan Times
WORLD
Nov 15, 2018
Safari park gutted but Stanley the giraffe, other exotic animals survive Malibu wildfire
Stanley the giraffe and about 140 other creatures were safe after their small California exotic animal park was largely destroyed by the fierce wildfire that swept through the mountains above Malibu, the park's owners said.
Japan Times
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Nov 14, 2018
Family fantastic: Kittens Tiger and Sazzles find a fun-filled home in Kanagawa
Tiger and Sazzles, two tiny kittens found abandoned and in need of a home, have found a stupendous one with the Oue family in Kanagawa.
Japan Times
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Nov 4, 2018
No pushover: a cat named Hokuro
Give Hokuro space and time to come around and you'll have a friend who respects you and a handsome companion to be proud of.
COMMENTARY / World
Nov 2, 2018
Climate change is scary, but 'rat explosion' is scarier
Scientists warn of global warming of 2 degrees. If you think that won't affect you, think how it may affect pests.
Japan Times
WORLD / Science & Health
Nov 2, 2018
Scientists launch plan to map genes of all complex life on earth
Scientists launched a vast project on Thursday to map the genetic code of all 1.5 million known species of complex life on Earth, aiming to complete the work within a decade.
Japan Times
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Oct 28, 2018
The heart knows: An Akita named Harry
Harry, an Akita, has been described as 'a gigantic puppy in disguise.' At 3½ years old, he still wants to play.
JAPAN
Oct 21, 2018
Horse whipping at Kumamoto shrine festival blasted as cruel
A video tape showing a horse getting whipped at a traditional festival held last month in the city of Kumamoto has caused a public outcry, with many people calling it a form of animal abuse.
Japan Times
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Oct 21, 2018
Unstoppable: a calico cat named Leggy
Leggy is petite at 3 kg, but perfectly healthy, and the lack of one of her hind legs does not hinder her.
Japan Times
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Oct 7, 2018
Golden years: a cat of a certain age named Micchan
Micchan is 15 years old and has been at ARK for 14 of those. It's not much of a life, but if someone doesn't take her home soon, that will be hers.
Japan Times
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Oct 3, 2018
A thing of beauty: Doberman mix Aero finds a home in Chiba
Aero — a fun-loving, happy dog that 'sometimes goes over the top in his exuberance' — has found a family.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Science & Health
Sep 26, 2018
Japanese researchers aim to unlock secrets of the mysterious giant squid
In ancient legend they were called the kraken, fearsome sea monsters of giant proportions that would drag sailors down to their doom.
Japan Times
JAPAN / EXPLAINER
Sep 24, 2018
Wild boar carcasses found in Gifu dull prospects for declaring containment of swine fever
An outbreak of swine fever on a farm in Gifu Prefecture earlier this month seemed to come to an end after the culling of hundreds of pigs and the disinfection of all related facilities.
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Sep 23, 2018
Where the heart is: a dog named Skyros
Six-year-old Skyros has been described as 'quite a special guy.' And though he may not be as exotic as the Aegean island jewel he is named for, he is a gem in his own right.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Sep 23, 2018
Three zoos in Tohoku to swap female elephants in bid to fire up breeding interest
In the first attempt of its kind, three zoos in Tohoku will launch a project Tuesday to swap their female African elephants with each other to form new breeding pairs.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Society
Sep 21, 2018
Proliferation of marine parks in China fueling shadowy trade in cetaceans
Eight beluga whales jump in unison out of a bright blue indoor pool, flipping their tail fins and spewing water as a packed audience cheers and snaps photographs.
Japan Times
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Sep 16, 2018
It's my time: a black cat named Morty
Morty is a free spirit, the kind of cat that, if he were a kid, would probably be in trouble at school a lot. He'd also be the most popular, even with the teachers.

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