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

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

Both cases involve ongoing mistreatment and moves to silence whistleblowers.

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

The whistleblowers argue the system favours institutions over staff safety.

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

Local authorities have pledged a comprehensive review of the complaints.

The investigations could lead to criminal charges if evidence is verified.