The trio, who each deny a theft charge, say they wanted to "save as many lives as they could".
Three women are on trial for allegedly stealing three lambs owned by King Charles III.
Ralph Fletcher is known for writing one of the first texts arguing against animal cruelty in 1846.
About 1,500 dogs are being released from a Wisconsin commercial breeder and prepared for adoption after protests from activists.
Restaurant owner Sean Cooper believes the crayfish died after it was removed from a display tank.
Animal rights activists claim the Easter tradition supports "cruel" practices in egg production.
Police say they have confirmed at least 354 killings so far and arrested nine people.
The government says it is committed to banning the sport but has not given a time frame.
