New wound care gel promises to eliminate dreaded Cone of Shame

A random review of social media platforms will reveal hundreds, if not thousands, of supposedly funny videos shared by owners of a humiliated pet using the clunky Elizabethan collar, also known as the Elizabethan cone, E-collar, or Cone of Shame. Pets can be seen in these videos knocking into furniture, struggling to eat, running in circles, or just looking forlorn. This humiliation could soon be a thing of the past, however. KeraVet Bio, maker of...

Death of dog Kalu leaves a village heartbroken

The recent death of a beloved dog named Kalu has deeply affected the community of Bahadurpur village in Burhanpur district of Madhya Pradesh. Kalu, who had been an integral part of the village for the past decade, was adopted by the Umale family. His death led to an outpouring of grief from the villagers, who organized a funeral procession that mirrored human rituals. The procession included a decorated jeep, flower petals, and a band, showing...

American Kennel Club applauds Farm Bill’s protections for dogs, owners

The American Kennel Club, a not-for-profit organization, world’s largest purebred dog registry, and leading advocate for dogs, has lauded the draft bill for the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2024 released by the U.S. House Agriculture Committee. This must-pass bill reauthorizes U.S. Department of Agriculture programmes for five years and typically serves as a vehicle to address federal priorities in the federal Animal Welfare Act. “We appreciate the tireless and bipartisan efforts of...

Take your pick: America’s 10 most amazing shelter dog makeovers

May is National Pet Month in the USA, a time to celebrate the love and companionship the furry creatures bring into human lives. It is also a time to spare a thought for pets still awaiting their forever homes. The USA is the world’s largest pet-owning country, with dogs being the most popular. Yet, the explosion in pet ownership has had an unfortunate side effect. As many as 3,000,000 dogs enter shelters every year, according...

Texas company Dogness raises $5 million through private placement of 2 million shares

Dogness (International) Corporation (NASDAQ: DOGZ), developer and manufacturer of a range of Dogness-branded and private-label pet products, has closed a private placement transaction raising $5 million in gross proceeds from the sale of 2 million class A common stock to various purchasers at $2.50 a share. On May 9, the company entered into a securities purchase agreement with certain non-U.S. purchasers for the placement. The shares were sold in transactions exempt from registration under the...

Alert: Mars recalls 315 contaminated bags of Pedigree dry dog food in U.S.

Mars Petcare U.S. has recalled 315 bags of Pedigree Adult Complete Nutrition Grilled Steak & Vegetable Flavor dry dog food in the 44 lb (20 kg) size as they could contain loose metal pieces. The affected products have a best-by date of March 4, 2025, and lot code 410B2TXT02. The company said in a press statement that this is a limited voluntary recall affecting only 315 bags of the product sold by Walmart in Arkansas,...

ASPCA says U.S. House Farm Bill threatens local animal welfare laws

The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals has denounced the animal-related provisions in the $1.5 trillion Farm Bill unveiled by the U.S. House Agriculture Committee, which would directly affect millions of farm animals, dogs, cats, and horses. The ASPCA said in a press statement that the draft bill includes dangerous provisions that would overturn existing state and local animal welfare laws, with disastrous consequences for farm animals and higher-welfare farmers. Furthermore, it...

Is it a panda, or is it a dog? It’s a ‘panda dog’

Who doesn’t love pandas? Those cute, fluffy, calm, black-and-white bears are among the cutest in the animal kingdom. Any zoo would love to have them. But when one zoo in China could not get some pandas, it decided to simply fake them, according to a news report. Taizhou Zoo in the eastern province of Jiangsu came under fire on Chinese social media after deciding to colour two Chow Chow dogs in black and white patterns...

Choosing a pet: A guide to finding the right companion for your home

Introducing a pet into your home is an exciting and fulfilling experience, but it comes with great responsibility. Whether you are considering a playful puppy, a cuddly kitten, or a chirpy bird, finding the right pet for your home requires careful consideration. Each animal has its own needs, temperament, and care requirements. To ensure a harmonious relationship and a happy home environment, it is crucial to choose a pet that fits well with your lifestyle,...

Another U.S. state outlaws greyhound racing, West Virginia only holdout

Greyhound racing, once widespread in the USA, is now on its last legs. On Thursday, Connecticut became the country’s 43rd state to outlaw the racing of greyhounds, a press release from GREY2K USA, the largest greyhound protection group in the world, said. GREY2K USA thanked Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont for signing the bill outlawing greyhound racing, calling the law a victory for everyone who cares about dogs. Greyhound racing now continues only at two tracks...