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

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

Both cases involve ongoing mistreatment and efforts to silence whistleblowers.

The nurses claim that their concerns were dismissed as trivial issues.

The whistleblowers say the system favours institutions over staff safety.

Animal rights groups state the centre's methods breach basic welfare standards.

Local authorities have pledged a rigorous review of the complaints.

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