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New rules for pet monkey owners forcing them to build zoo-quality cages ‘could see many euthanised’

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Tough new rules for pet monkey owners forcing them to build zoo-quality cages ‘could see many euthanised’ as rescue centres are swamped, experts warn Sources say officials have not worked out how to deal with confiscated primates It is aimed at ending ‘immense suffering’ caused by the domestic monkey trade From the end of 2021, owners … Read more

Shoalhaven Zoo lions could be euthanised following attack of North Nowra zookeeper

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Two lions could be put down following the horrific mauling of an experienced zookeeper.   Jennifer Brown, 35, was cleaning the animal’s cage before the lions pounced and attacked her in the head and neck at Shoalhaven Zoo, in North Nowra, New South Wales, on Friday.  Two quick-thinking colleagues rushed in to stop the attack and … Read more