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New Zealand lays out plan to end greyhound racing

December 12, 20246 min

There is some good news for those who love greyhounds and are aghast to see them used and abused to enrich gamblers. The government of New Zealand has said it plans to ban greyhound racing because of the “unacceptably high” rate of injuries to the dogs, the BBC reported on Tuesday. “Despite significant progress made by the greyhound racing industry in recent years, the percentage of dogs being injured remains persistently high,” Racing Minister Winston...

by A Correspondent

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Aussie greyhound trainer pleads guilty to shocking cruelty

December 4, 20247 min

You have Australians who speak to their pet animals as if they were human and let them sleep in their beds. And then you have the likes of former greyhound trainer Leslie Bates. The greyhound racing business in Australia, as elsewhere in the world where it survives in the face of growing opprobrium, is increasingly getting exposed for what it is in reality: a cruel human attempt to find enjoyment in and profit from animal...

by Staff Reporter

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9 in 10 Aussies talk to their pets as they would to a human

November 30, 20244 min

Do you speak to your dog or cat as if it were a human being? If your answer is yes, take heart. You are not alone. A survey carried out in Australia among dog and cat owners found that more than 90% talk to their pets as if they were simply another member of the family. The poll of 1,000 Australians from pet insurer Budget Direct found that about 59% said they regularly talk to...

by Sandy Pawpaw

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NY’s Xmas gift: No more buying pups, kittens in pet shops

November 27, 20249 min

The retail sale of pet animals in shops will be prohibited by law throughout the state of New York, USA, from December 15, CBS News reported. The Puppy Mill Pipeline Act, which was passed by the state legislature in December 2022 and signed by Governor Kathy Hochul on December 16, applies to dogs, cats, and rabbits. It will still be legal to adopt pets through humane societies, animal rescues, and licensed breeders. On Thursday, the...

by Malaika Fernandes

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Socializing your pup at home: Instil confidence, positive behaviour

November 11, 20249 min

Bringing a new pup home is the start of an exciting journey. Among the essential first steps to raising a happy, well-behaved dog is socializing your pup, which involves exposing the newcomer to various sights, sounds, people, animals, and experiences in a positive, controlled way. Proper socialization will help your pup grow into a confident, friendly dog, comfortable in different environments and around various people and pets. Socializing your pup is critical for its emotional...

by A Correspondent

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Growel Group enters pet food business with Carniwel

November 4, 20245 min

While some large Indian corporations such as Godrej Consumer Products Ltd have announced plans to enter the rapidly growing pet foods market, the Growel Group, a leader in aquaculture feeds, aqua healthcare, and the seafood processing industry since 1994, has stolen a march over them with their recent launch of the brand, Carniwel. According to a press statement from the company, the Carniwel brand, crafted with high-quality nutritious ingredients and manufactured entirely in India, falls...

by Sandy Pawpaw

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Move over, Max, Milo is here to give Luna company

October 31, 20247 min

Unisex names are passé. Uni-species names are here. Two separate surveys in the USA, one pertaining to cats and the other pertaining to dogs, found that the most popular name for cats and female dogs in the country in 2024 was Luna. (In the India of the 1970s and 1980s, Luna was a popular moped manufactured by the TVS Motor Company Ltd.) Among cats, Luna was followed in popularity by Leo and Kitty, both of...

by Suyog Zore

Features

Diwali special: 7 Indian films with animals in significant roles

October 27, 202412 min

Diwali is here, and it’s vacation time for most of the kids. While evenings are usually occupied by friends, games, and fireworks (for those who still like to set off a few), the rest of the day is available for other activities, including entertainment. Now, films with animals in significant roles—either leading roles in animated films or roles that help to move the narrative forward in live-action dramas—have been children’s favourites and family attractions over...

by Sandy Pawpaw

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BONKers! Canadian walks 38 dogs to promote adoption

October 21, 20245 min

Have you hired a professional walker for your dog because you do not have the time to take the pooch out on your own? How many dogs does your walker walk at one time? One? Two? Three? Five? Canadian dog lover Mitchell Rudy aka The Dog set a new Guinness world record for most dogs walked simultaneously by an individual last month when he took 38—yes, that’s right, THIRTY-EIGHT—rescued dogs for a walk of over...

by A Correspondent

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Man who dumped bull terrier while fleeing hurricane arrested

October 20, 20244 min

Authorities in Florida have arrested a man who left his terrified bull terrier tied to a fence by the road while fleeing the incoming Hurricane Milton, British newspaper The Mirror’s American online edition reported. According to the report, Hillsborough County State Attorney Suzy Lopez said Giovanny Aldama Garcia was arrested and charged with aggravated animal cruelty. The charge carries a possible five-year jail term and a fine of up to $5,000. By contrast, The Prevention...

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