Business of Abuse: China's Animal Cruelty Economy

WeChat Channels, Douyin videos, Taobao stores and Xiaohongshu accounts. In China, there are countless online platforms teaching people how to train their dogs by beating them.

by Lars James Hamer, 26 July 2022

The Problematic Rise of Exotic Pets in China

It seems that getting your paws on an exotic pet is as simple as buying a top off Taobao. The question of whether you should is not so easy.

by Dominique Wong, 14 September 2016

Renewed Pangolin Conservation Efforts in China After TCM Removal

China is doing its part to save these adorable scaly mammals.

by Dale Dolson, 10 July 2020

China Stops Animal Testing on Imported Cosmetics

Does this mean we can buy Lush in China soon...

by Rakini Bergundy, 28 April 2021

Shenzhen Becomes 1st Chinese City to Ban Dog and Cat Consumption

The new regulation will go into effect on May 1.

by Barnaby Lofton, 03 April 2020

#TBT: China's Role in the International Illegal Wildlife Trade

As demand increases, it is no surprise that parts of China's borders are now known internationally as 'wildlife hotspots.'

by That's, 29 March 2018

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