Choosing Ireland’s Cutest Dog in the August Bark Off Competition Dog owners across the country are casting their votes in the August edition of the Great Irish Bark Off, sponsored by Allianz, according to competition organizers. Meet Saffi: The Shih-Tzu Terrier Cross Saffi is a Shih-Tzu terrier cross described by her owners as a teeny … Read more
Geneticist Matt Walker and his team at Kindred Companion Sciences produced a hypoallergenic beagle named Bailey using the Nobel Prize-winning CRISPR gene editing technique, according to a study published in the CRISPR Journal. The scientific breakthrough successfully silenced the primary gene responsible for producing allergy-causing proteins in dogs, allowing allergic individuals to interact with pets … Read more
VCA Animal Hospitals is laying off nearly 200 employees across its corporate and clinical divisions as the company restructures its operations in California. The layoffs include 100 corporate staff members in Los Angeles and 90 clinical workers following the closure of a San Leandro hospital, according to filings with the state’s Employment Development Department and … Read more
An Oklahoma family’s home security footage went viral after their Golden Retriever, Bingo, carried a live armadillo into their residence. According to homeowner Alycia Napier, who documented the June 2024 incident on Instagram, the dog bypassed his owners and entered the home with the wild animal in his mouth, prompting a frantic response from the … Read more
An outbreak of leptospirosis linked to a North Berkeley homeless encampment has resulted in two human infections, including one death, according to city officials. The cases, confirmed in May, represent the first human transmission of the bacteria in Berkeley in over a decade. While health authorities maintain the risk to the general public remains extremely … Read more
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced Monday that two additional cases of New World screwworm have been confirmed in Texas, bringing the state’s total to four. The infestation, which involves fly larvae that consume the living flesh of warm-blooded animals, has triggered concerns regarding the potential impact on the nation’s cattle industry. Officials confirmed … Read more
Ecuador’s Bold Move Towards Rabies Elimination: A Blueprint for Global Health Security Ecuador is making significant strides towards becoming only the second country in Latin America to eliminate dog-mediated rabies, following Mexico’s lead. This ambitious goal, guided by the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), centers on mass dog vaccination, robust epidemiological surveillance, and accessible post-exposure … Read more
The Great Escape: When Animals Go on the Lam – and What It Says About Our World Chesney, the 16-month-old kangaroo who recently captivated Wisconsin with a three-day adventure after escaping Sunshine Farm, isn’t alone. From runaway capybaras to adventurous cows, animal escapes are becoming increasingly common, sparking both amusement and raising questions about animal … Read more
Anderson County Animal Shelter Overwhelmed by Hoarding Case: A Sign of Growing Crisis? Anderson County, Tennessee, is grappling with the aftermath of a significant animal hoarding situation, resulting in nearly 70 dogs being surrendered to the already strained Anderson County Animal Shelter. The case, which began on March 12th, underscores a troubling trend of increasing … Read more
Escalating Tensions: US-Iran Conflict Enters Third Week The conflict between the US and Iran has entered its third week, marked by escalating military actions and heightened rhetoric. Recent developments include a US bombing of military sites on Kharg Island, a crucial hub for Iran’s oil sector, and warnings from President Donald Trump regarding potential attacks … Read more