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

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...

Westminster dog show set to return to birthplace next year

The 149th annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show next year will mark the return of America’s most prestigious dog show to Manhattan, New York City. Daytime events will kick off on February 8. They will be held at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center on all three days. The evening events on February 10 and 11, including group judging and the iconic Best in Show ceremony, will take place at the city’s iconic Madison Square...