Years of bile extraction on bear bile farms have left many of the rescued bears at Animals Asia’s sanctuary in Vietnam suffering from long term disabilities, presenting very specific challenges to the vet team.
Something is stirring in China and has been for some time. More and more Chinese citizens are choosing to turn their backs on the meat, fur, and medicine trades that are responsible for so much suffering - determinedly working together towards a more compassionate future.
Over 50 animal welfare supporters cycled 132km in tropical conditions to raise awareness and show support for the campaign to end bear bile farming.
Rescued from Thanh Hoa province earlier this year, juvenile siblings Dung and James recently completed quarantine and have taken their first steps outside.
The decision has been taken to reschedule the rescue of 28 moon bears from Nanning Bear Farm, China, following permit delays.
Singer, songwriter, actress and Animals Asia ambassador Karen Mok was joined by celebrated Chinese wildlife photographer Xi Zhinong on a visit to the Chengdu bear sanctuary to campaign against bear bile farming.
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Energetic sun bear Nelson can often be found relaxing high in his favourite spot – looking like he hasn’t a care in the world.
Animals Asia welcomes the closing of legal loophole in China which should ensure greater protection for wild Asiatic black bears - better known as moon bears.
