Tag: funny animal news stories 2021

How to start a side hustle as a pet-sitter

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Summer is well on its way and, as such, many Americans are taking trips across the country and the world. Nearly half, 45% plan to travel more this summer than they did last, according to a May 2023 survey of 1,000 Americans by marketing firm Prodege. For those who have pets, traveling can get tricky. “We still have all the pandemic puppies that are now full-sized dogs,” says Angelique Rewers, founder of consulting firm BoldHaus. Their owners will need help taking care of them when they’re gone. In fact, some might need help whether they end up going away or…
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GOP Sen. Tuberville Touts Broadband Funding Despite Voting Against It

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The Biden administration announced Monday that Alabama will get $1.4 billion in broadband funding. Mon. Tommy Tuberville celebrated the news, calling the funding “crucial” for rural broadband. But he voted against the 2021 infrastructure bill that established the program he’s now touting. loading Something is loading. Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while you’re on the go. download the app On Tuesday, Republican Sen. Tommy Tuberville of Alabama celebrated the fact that his state would receive $1.4 billion in federal funding to expand access to the internet statewide. “Broadband is vital for the success…
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Air quality: How to protect your pets from wildfire smoke

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As air quality worsens due to Canadian wildfire smoke clouding Ontario, Quebec and parts of the US, residents are warning experts should be cautious of the health impacts. We already know that smoke particles can be particularly harsh on the elderly, children and those with breathing conditions — but pets aren’t immune, either. In a special air quality statement issued Thursday, Environment Canada and the Province of Ontario cautioned that poor air quality “may persist into the weekend.” For humans, protection looks like mask-wearing, closing doors and windows, and limited exposure to the smoke, according to the experts. So what…
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Egyptians are abandoning their pets at the cost of living shoots up

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CAIRO — Jihan Mahmoud had no choice but to give up her dog that she had been looking for after for three years after she became unable to afford its expenses. A mother of two, Mahmoud became the sole breadwinner after her husband died five years ago. She considers her dog Shiko, who has lived with them since she was four months old, as her third child. About a month ago, she left him at an animal shelter. “I miss him a lot and his absence breaks my heart, but I can’t do anything for him,” Mahmoud told Al-Monitor. The…
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The cost of living crises has led to Australians surrendering their pets

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Aussies are surrendering their pets thanks to the combined pressures of the cost of living and the rental crisis. Inflation has soared up to 7 per cent in Australia, and new data also shows rental prices in some suburbs have increased by almost 50 per cent in the past year, pushing a growing number of tenants to breaking point. A total of 69 per cent of households across metropolitan, regional and remote Australia are now home to one or more pets, according to Animal Medicine Australia. Owning a pet also doesn’t come cheap. According to the government’s MoneySmart website, a…
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Stocks are urgently needed for community pet food banks: BC SPCA

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Breadcrumb Trail Links News Local News Life ‘The number of organizations we are currently supporting has research from 139 to 155,’ says an SPCA outreach co-ordinator Published May 25, 2023 • Last updated 3 days ago • 2 minute read The SPCA is helping the Broadway Youth Resource Center in Vancouver to provide pet food and supplies to young animal guardians. Article content The cupboard is nearly bare at the BC SPCA’s struggling pet food banks this spring. Advertisements 2 This advertisement has not been loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe…
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IN FOCUS: Why are people cruel to pets and wildlife?

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INVESTIGATING ANIMAL ABUSE CASES The Animal and Veterinary Service (AVS), which comes under the National Parks Board, has investigated an average of about 1,250 alleged cruelty cases a year since 2019. About 5 per cent of these cases, which include neglect, abandonment and abuse cases, leading to enforcement actions such as composition fines, warning letters or prosecution in court. The remainder of the cases consist mostly of neighborly disputes, animals involved in road traffic accidents or others involved in fights with stray animals, AVS’ director of investigations Joshua Teoh told CNA. Upon receiving reports, AVS investigation officers interview witnesses and…
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