Pets

Iran's war on pets: Tehran bans walking dogs across 18 cities

Despite dog ownership being heavily frowned upon by Islamic authorities in Iran, BBC News reported that owning man’s best friend has become increasingly popular among Iranian youth.

 For owners of senior dogs, Phoenix’s new insurance expansion is particularly significant
 Ed, a very adventurous zebra, is airlifted home after more than a week on the run.

Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No! It's Ed the zebra being airlifted home

 A cat rescued from the rubble of an apartment building hit by an Iranian building.

The struggles faced by Israeli pet parents under Iranian attack

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Living with a dog or cat? We tested an air purifier that might help


Iranian authorities crack down on dog walking, call it ‘threat to social order’

At least 25 cities are expected to enact a ban on dog walking; Tehran has threatened legal action if the order is disobeyed.

 Tehran resident holds his dog.

Top dog breeds for seniors: pugs, poodles, and maltese highlighted

The dog should have a calm, friendly temperament and not create many problems for the caregiver.

 Top dog breeds for seniors: pugs, poodles, and maltese highlighted.

British study: Pets add £70,000 worth of joy to your life

Research shows pets increase happiness by up to 3 to 4 points on a 7-point scale, comparable to the benefits of marriage.

 British study: Pets add £70,000 worth of joy to your life. Image: Gladskikh Tatiana.

Miniature dachshund survives alone for over 500 days in Australian wilderness

Georgia Gardner and Joshua Fishlock momentarily left the young pup in a playpen while camping off Australia’s coast, but returned to find her missing.

Valerie, a beloved miniature dachshund lost during a camping trip in November 2023, has been recovered alive and well after spending 529 days in the Australian wilderness.

Myths and mistakes: The truth about the real costs of raising pets

The costs of raising pets are higher than expected, and proper financial planning can be the difference between an enriching family experience and an unexpected financial burden.

 Fixed monthly expenses such as food, cat litter, or nutritional supplements can amount to significant sums over time

North Koreans are not eating your dogs, Russia rushes to reassure citizens

Concerns grew following social media reports that pets were going missing - prompting locals to reportedly confront North Koreans about what they were allegedly doing to their dogs.

 Russia's President Vladimir Putin and North Korea's leader Kim Jong Un attend a farewell ceremony before Putin's departure at an airport in Pyongyang, North Korea June 19, 2024.

Purim Spiel: Dog Birthright, the newest frontier Israeli tourism, caters to the furriest Jews

Purim Shpiel: The following is a satirical article from The Jerusalem Post's annual parodic Purim page, The Jerusalem Roast. Enjoy!

  DOG BIRTHRIGHT promises to connect four-legged friends with all that Israel has to offer.

Thinking of adopting a dog? Meet the Tinder for pets

"I saw his eyes and just had to swipe right": Meet Adopt-Me, the social startup that developed the "Tinder" of the pet adoption world. Now, it's launching a crowdfunding campaign.

 A new pet matchmaking app

The promotions and new home items

Promotions and new items for the home: Special offers on products for families and pets.

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The innovative gadgets every pet owner must know about

Advanced GPS tracking, smart feeding systems, and AI-enabled cameras—technology is transforming the way we care for our pets. A review of fascinating innovations in the field.

 The combination of rapid technological advancements and the growing awareness of animal welfare is creating a new reality in which pet care is becoming more sophisticated, efficient, and precise than ever before

In Japan, robot dog owners bless their pets at Tokyo shrine

Aibo is a robotic dog created by Sony and powered by AI technology, which builds its identity through its environment and relationships with humans.  

 The robot with the biological sensor.