Two British nurses say they faced retribution after reporting poor care at a Canadian care home. Legal actions now target them instead.

In France, activists accused a dog training centre in Normandy of harassing animals. They submitted complaints. Officials in Calvados investigate the allegations.

Both cases involve ongoing mistreatment and efforts to silence whistleblowers.

The nurses assert that their concerns were ignored as trivial issues.

The whistleblowers contend the system protects institutions over staff safety.

Animal rights groups say the centre's methods contravene basic welfare standards.

Local authorities have pledged a comprehensive review of the complaints.

The investigations might lead to criminal charges if evidence is substantiated.