RIP Boo: The “world’s cutest dog” dies January 19, 2019 Boo was loved around the world, but it wasn’t enough to mend a broken heart. Boo, a 12-year-old Pomeranian, didn’t wake up Friday morning… Continue Reading
Duchess of Sussex becomes patron of animal welfare charity Mayhew January 10, 2019 Even before Meghan Markle became the Duchess of Sussex, she was a patron of animals in need. While just an actress, she adopted two… Continue Reading
Wednesday Zen Moment: Photographer Ross Taylor captures last moments between pets and their owners January 9, 2019 A heartbreaking photo series by renowned photographer Ross Taylor has documented the final moments of life for beloved dogs and cats. In the featured… Continue Reading
Canadians celebrate National Bird Day with a dig at Trump January 7, 2019 Two brothers sent out a tweet to celebrate National Bird Day. We have been assured that no bald eagles were actually kidnapped or hurt…. Continue Reading
Ban on fur farms in Serbia now in place saving 12,000 chinchillas a year January 6, 2019 After a 10-year phase out period, Serbia has now officially banned fur farming. The 2009 Animal Welfare Act gave farmers a decade to get… Continue Reading
Ottawa Senators have a new clutch player, a service dog named Rookie January 5, 2019 Puppies are taking over the NHL. Meet Rookie, the new service dog in training for the Ottawa Senators. Fans voted for the name and… Continue Reading
California becomes first state to require only rescue animals sold in pet stores January 1, 2019 Effective today, only rescue dogs, cats and rabbits can be sold in California pet stores. The state’s new legislation, titled AB-485, bans shops from selling… Continue Reading
Deer spotted on ski run in Banff has everyone dreaming of a white Christmas December 23, 2018 This isn’t your usual first tracks. But a deer bounding across a ski run at Sunshine Village on Dec. 23 in Banff National Park… Continue Reading
Eddie, the hoop shooting otter, dies at Oregon Zoo December 23, 2018 His hoops skills earned him worldwide fame throughout his golden years, but age finally caught up to Eddie, the Oregon Zoo’s slam-dunking sea otter,… Continue Reading