For Arthritic Elephant, National Zoo Turns To Pachyderm Pedicures And Giant Tevas

September 7, 2016

Veterinarians at Smithsonian's National Zoo have turned to an unconventional therapy for an arthritic 41-year-old Asian elephant – shoes. The talented animal also knows how to play the harmonica.

State Government

California Senate Passes Bill to Tighten Ivory Trade Ban

September 2, 2015 | Chris Nichols

The measure would close a loophole that allows ivory sales for products brought to California before 1977.