Warrior Paws Rescue & Wildlife Rehabilitation

11/07/2026

Absaloutly disgusting

🚨 BREAKING NEWS: 12 NEWBORN WOLF PUPS KILLED IN IDAHO — $2,000 PAID FOR EACH DEATH!

In a horrifying revelation, official wildlife records have exposed the killing of 12 newborn wolf pups, believed to be just ONE TO THREE WEEKS OLD, by three hunters in Idaho, USA.

The killings took place on 25 April 2026 in Idaho’s northern Panhandle region, but the shocking details have only now emerged in an investigation published on 6 November.

Even more disturbing? The hunters received $2,000 per pup through a state-backed reimbursement programme — a total of $24,000!

Wildlife experts suspect the helpless pups may have been removed directly from their dens, although this has not been conclusively established.

At such a young age, these babies would have been completely dependent on their mothers, with little or no ability to escape.

And tragically, under Idaho law, killing newborn wolf pups is LEGAL.

Idaho has introduced aggressive wolf population reduction policies, with a target of approximately 650 wolves, despite the species having been nearly exterminated from much of the United States before its reintroduction.

The state’s wolf population currently remains above 1,100.

Conservationists have condemned the payments, questioning how public money can be used to support the killing of newborn wildlife.

Wolves reproduce just once a year, and destroying entire litters can devastate wolf families, potentially causing packs to fracture or collapse.

These were not dangerous predators threatening livestock. They were tiny, defenceless babies, barely beginning their lives.

How can a society that claims to value wildlife conservation justify paying thousands of dollars for the deaths of newborn animals?

This is not conservation. This is a heartbreaking assault on one of North America’s most magnificent and misunderstood species.

10/31/2026

| Ottawa police say a black bear spotted wandering through the Morgan’s Grant area of Kanata on Thursday was safely tranquilized and relocated to a more suitable location. 🐻 Police first received reports shortly after 9 a.m. and urged residents to keep their distance, avoid approaching or chasing the bear, and not feed it. The bear was later spotted about a kilometre away from its original location. By just after 3 p.m., police confirmed the bear had been safely tranquilized and was being transported to a safer area. Police thanked residents for giving the animal enough space to move safely. 🍁🚓

10/27/2026

🇺🇸Meanwhile associations accused the transfer to have kill 7 cetaceans from Marineland Canada, none of them talk about necropsies results and the amount of deaths prior the transfer. Check sources and don’t let you manipulate
- after transfer : Cyprus, Echo -> brain inflammation, Jelly Bean -> heart thyroid adrenal glands adnormalities, Caspian, Rain -> long standing intestinal liver lung inflammation, Peekachu -> long standing intestinal and age related issues, Osiris -> chronic liver disease
- 2025 : Eos -> irreversible renal disease, Andre
- 2024 : Aurora, Isis -> scoliosis & skin disease, Qila -> intestinal torsion, Nahanni -> intestinal torsion, Tuk
- 2023: Kharabali -> storage disease (genetic), Kodiak, Kelowna, Mira
- 2022 : Havana -> storage disease (genetic)
- 2021 : Havok -> chronic gastrointestinal disease, Bull, Finny, Charmin
- 2020 : Penny, Titan, Iquora, Ruby?
- 2019 : Ivy, Artemis, Jubilee
- 2018 : Burnaby, Aslan, Kelowna baby
🇫🇷 Pendant que certaines associations ont affirmé que le transfert avait causé la mort de 7 cétacés en provenance de Marineland Canada ; aucune ne mentionne les résultats des autopsies ni le nombre de décès survenus avant ce transfert. Vérifiez vos sources et ne vous laissez pas manipuler.
- Après le transfert : Cyprus, Echo → inflammation cérébrale ; Jelly Bean → anomalies au niveau du cœur, de la thyroïde et des glandes surrénales ; Caspian, Rain → inflammations chroniques (de longue date) au niveau des intestins, du foie et des poumons ; Peekachu → problèmes intestinaux chroniques et troubles liés à l’âge ; Osiris → maladie hépatique chronique.
- 2025 : Eos → insuffisance rénale irréversible ; Andre.
- 2024 : Aurora, Isis → scoliose et affections cutanées ; Qila → torsion intestinale ; Nahanni → torsion intestinale ; Tuk.
- 2023 : Kharabali → maladie lysosomale (génétique) ; Kodiak, Kelowna, Mira.
- 2022 : Havana → maladie lysosomale (génétique).
- 2021 : Havok → maladie gastro-intestinale chronique ; Bull, Finny, Charmin.
- 2020 : Penny, Titan, Iquora, Ruby ?
- 2019 : Ivy, Artemis, Jubilee.
- 2018 : Burnaby, Aslan, le petit de Kelowna.
🇪🇸 Mientras que diversas asociaciones han afirmado que el traslado provocó la muerte de 7 cetáceos procedentes de Marineland Canada; ninguna menciona los resultados de las necropsias ni la cantidad de muertes ocurridas antes de dicho traslado. Verifiquen las fuentes y no se dejen manipular.
- Tras el traslado: Cyprus, Echo (inflamación cerebral); Jelly Bean (anomalías en el corazón, la tiroides y las glándulas suprarrenales); Caspian, Rain (inflamación crónica de larga duración en el intestino, el hígado y los pulmones); Peekachu (problemas intestinales de larga duración y afecciones relacionadas con la edad); Osiris (enfermedad hepática crónica).
- 2025: Eos (enfermedad renal irreversible), Andre.
- 2024: Aurora, Isis (escoliosis y enfermedades cutáneas); Qila, Nahanni (torsión intestinal); Tuk.
- 2023: Kharabali (enfermedad por depósito [genética]); Kodiak, Kelowna, Mira.
- 2022: Havana (enfermedad por depósito [genética]).
- 2021: Havok (enfermedad gastrointestinal crónica); Bull, Finny, Charmin.
- 2020: Penny, Titan, Iquora, ¿Ruby?
- 2019: Ivy, Artemis, Jubilee.
- 2018: Burnaby, Aslan, la cría de Kelowna.
📸Marineland Canada

10/23/2026

Two female beluga whales at Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium, relocated from Marineland, Canada, have been reunited with their sons after years of separation at Marineland.

Since arriving at the aquarium, the four whales had been housed in separate areas. Now, seven-year-old Gimli is sharing space with his mother, Secord, while eight-year-old Yukon has been observed swimming and socialising with his mother, Acadia.

Both mothers were captured in the wild in Russian waters around 18 years ago, while their sons were born in captivity at Marineland.

Learn more about the effects of captivity on cetaceans and the welfare concerns surrounding keeping these marine mammals confined.
https://marineconnection.org/captivity/

Photo: Shedd Aquarium

10/22/2026

He was supposed to be getting a second chance at life... 💔

SeaWorld San Diego has announced the heartbreaking death of Cyprus, a 9-year-old beluga whale who was rescued from a shuttered Canadian aquarium less than two months ago.

What's especially devastating is that he reportedly did so well after arriving at his new home.

Cyprus was one of three male belugas transported to San Diego in late August after Marineland of Canada closed its doors. He arrived alongside Xavier, 13, and Jasper, 9, as part of a larger rescue effort to relocate the animals.

According to SeaWorld, Cyprus had been eating regularly, adjusting to his new surroundings, and interacting well with trainers and the other whales.

But late last week, something suddenly changed...

Cyprus stopped eating, prompting veterinarians to conduct an emergency medical evaluation. An ultrasound revealed that his intestinal tract wasn't functioning normally, raising concerns about a potentially LIFE-THREATENING condition.

Despite SeaWorld's veterinary and animal care teams' attention, Cyprus unexpectedly passed away. At just 9 years old, he was incredibly young for a species that can reportedly live up to 90 YEARS.

SeaWorld says a full necropsy will be conducted to determine exactly what caused his death.

Meanwhile, Xavier and Jasper, the two belugas rescued alongside him, are reportedly in stable health and being closely monitored.

10/21/2026

Six of the 30 belugas and one of the four dolphins, removed from the now-closed Marineland Ontario in Canada two months ago, have already died:
Rest in peace to Echo the dolphin and to belugas Caspian, Rain, Jelly Bean, Peekachu, Osiris, and now Cyprus, who died just this week.

We are disgusted by the massive amount of people who defended Marineland Ontario over the years as it violently captured whales & dolphins from the wild and then ruthlessly pushed for breeding til the tanks were way beyond capacity, trapped performing circus tricks to amuse tourists.

Between only 2019-2026, at least 19 belugas, bottlenose dolphin "Sonar", and Canada's last remaining orca in captivity, "Kiska," perished at that dump of a theme park.

When Marineland closed to the public two years ago, the surviving animals languished in poor conditions with no end in sight.

Unfortunately, no true sanctuary for whale retirement exists anywhere in the world that could accommodate even one of the belugas or dolphins, so they were sent to SeaWorld parks, Chicago's Shedd Aquarium, Georgia Aquarium, and Spain's Oceanogràfic València.

10/21/2026

10/19/2026

We are saddened to share that Cyprus, a nine-year-old male beluga rescued from a dire situation in Canada that came to SeaWorld San Diego on August 22, has passed away unexpectedly.

Cyprus stopped eating two days ago which prompted our veterinarians and animal care team to conduct a thorough medical exam. An ultrasound showed that his intestinal tract did not appear to be functioning normally and could indicate a serious life-threatening condition. Veterinarians worked throughout the night, providing immediate medical attention.

Cyprus had been doing well since his arrival. He was eating consistently, acclimating to his new environment and interacting with his trainers and animal care team, along with the two other rescued belugas.

Like many species, belugas can mask discomfort or underlying concerns that are not immediately visible. A full necropsy will be conducted, and the cause of the passing will be shared with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).

Like our colleagues at the other AZA-accredited facilities that rescued these belugas, we understood each animal would be navigating a significant transition and that their complete health picture, including conditions that may have developed over time, could only become clearer through ongoing assessment and care.

The other rescued belugas in our care continue to be in stable health and remain under close monitoring as they continue to adjust to their surroundings. As we have indicated, this process will take a considerable amount of time. Our commitment to the health, well-being and care of these belugas, like every animal we rescue, continues. 💙

07/14/2026

Finally, whales, dolphins, and porpoises in Canada will no longer be forced to spend their lives in captivity for entertainment.

In 2019, Canada officially banned the captivity and breeding of whales, dolphins, and porpoises for entertainment, marking a landmark victory for marine animal welfare and ending the practice for future generations.

The historic law protects these highly intelligent marine mammals from being captured, bred, or kept in tanks for entertainment, while allowing rescued animals that cannot survive in the wild to continue receiving lifelong care.

Animal protection organizations welcomed the legislation, calling it a major milestone that recognizes these animals belong in the ocean, where they can swim freely, form lifelong social bonds, and live as nature intended.

Supporters say the ban reflects growing scientific understanding that whales, dolphins, and porpoises are sentient animals capable of experiencing joy, stress, and suffering, and should never be treated as entertainment.

For many animal lovers, this victory is about more than ending captivity.

It is about giving these incredible marine animals the freedom, dignity, and respect they have always deserved.

Because no whale or dolphin belongs in a tank when the ocean is their true home.