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Carmaker Subaru offers $3 million for shelter pets in USA

October 6, 202410 min

Subaru of America, Inc., has announced that it and its participating retailers will provide over $3 million in direct financial assistance to local animal shelters across the USA this month through grants administered by The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. The grants are meant to cover costs associated with preparing animals for adoption, veterinary expenses, and more. The grants are part of the Subaru Loves Pets initiative, an effort to improve...

by Sandy Pawpaw

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Reward for information on Florida cat killer doubled to $15,000

October 6, 20246 min

Alley Cat Allies, leader of a global movement to protect cats and kittens, has doubled its reward offer from $7,500 to $15,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for killing several cats in the town of Lake Clarke Shores, Palm Beach County, Florida, around April. According to investigators, the cats appeared to have been shot. Anyone with information on the cat killer or killers is requested to...

by Malaika Fernandes

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Training a pet takes time: Setting early expectations

September 22, 20247 min

Training a new pet can be an exciting yet challenging experience, especially during the first week the pet comes home, when family expectations are often high. Setting realistic expectations from the start is crucial for your success as well as that of your pet. Let’s see what constitute realistic and unrealistic expectations for training your new pet within the first week. Realistic Expectations Adjustment Period: Your pet is likely to go through a significant adjustment...

by A Correspondent

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‘Godpawrents’ arrive to help Singapore’s pet owners

August 25, 20243 min

A recently launched consumer-to-consumer pet services marketplace in Singapore, aptly named Godpawrents, allows pet owners to find and book trusted, affordable pet sitters and other service providers. Founded in 2023 and launched in March this year, Godpawrents is a pet services marketplace that helps pet owners find pet sitters who are godpawrent-worthy. These ‘godpawrents’ are home-based freelances who will visit the pet owner’s home to take care of their pet, walk their dog, groom the...

by Staff Reporter

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Boehringer Ingelheim ties up with Indian firm to reach Tier 2 cities

August 25, 20246 min

Boehringer Ingelheim India has entered into a strategic partnership with Vvaan Lifesciences Pvt Ltd to distribute its pet parasiticide portfolio in Tier 2 cities of the country. The collaboration, an initiative under Boehringer Ingelheim India’s animal health accelerated growth plan, marks a significant step in expanding the company’s reach and enhancing customer value in the animal health sector. India’s pet health market is currently worth around €115 million ($129 million, or Rs1,078 crore). According to...

by Staff Reporter

All About Pets Curious Tales

Dechra Pharma to acquire veterinary therapeutics company Invetx

August 11, 20247 min

Novo Holdings A/S, an international life sciences investor, has announced that its portfolio company, Invetx, will be acquired by Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC, an international veterinary pharmaceuticals business, for up to $520 million in total consideration on a cash-free, debt-free basis. Invetx creates novel, protein-based animal health therapeutics to transform standards of care in veterinary medicine. With its best-in-class, fully integrated discovery development and commercial manufacturing platform, Invetx leverages biotechnologies validated for human health to create...

by Malaika Fernandes

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How to prepare your home for a pet cat or bird

July 31, 202413 min

While bringing a new pet into your household can be an exciting and rewarding experience, you need to prepare carefully to ensure a smooth transition for yourself as well as your new companion. Whether you are adopting a cat or a bird, setting up a safe and comfortable environment is crucial for their well-being. Here is a comprehensive guide on how to prepare your home for these popular pets. Preparing for a Cat Cats are...

by Sandy Pawpaw

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Bangalore’s rules for pets, strays curb RWA high-handedness

July 26, 20245 min

The Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike, or Greater Bangalore Municipal Corporation, has issued guidelines for the care of pets and stray animals, finally ending the abuse of position and power by the tinpot dictators of residents’ welfare associations, commonly referred to as RWAs, local newspapers reported. Under the guidelines, these ‘welfare’ associations, usually dominated by people who are derisively referred to by progressive citizens and younger generations as WhatsApp uncles, have been told to ensure that...

by Sandy Pawpaw

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Don’t leave pets behind, says PETA, but do policymakers care?

July 26, 20248 min

As Typhoon Carina swept across the Philippine Sea towards Taiwan and the Chinese coast earlier this week, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, better known by its acronym PETA, issued an urgent appeal to people in the countries in the storm’s path not to leave their pets behind if they needed to evacuate because of flooding or landslides. The appeal was a fresh reminder of the lack of consideration for pets and, indeed, animals...

by Sandy Pawpaw

All About Pets

Osteoarthritis: Why you should monitor your pet closely

July 23, 20248 min

Keeping a pet is a huge responsibility, bigger at times than nurturing a child. The child will tell you what is bothering it, where it hurts, what it wants to do or doesn’t want to do, but a pet simply can’t. That is why it is imperative for the owner or caretaker to be watchful for any sign of distress or discomfort in the animal. One such ailment that is becoming fairly common in pets...

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