The Best Pet Daily Round-up of News, Research, Opinion or Fun published about Dogs and Cats from around the world:

1. Taiwan (Radio Taiwan International) - Taiwan sees drastic increase in cat and dog ownership

2. United States (DVM360) - Insurance company surveys pet parents on veterinary wellness trends

   Embrace surveyed 12,000 of its members and found:

   • 90.8% said they believe having pet insurance has allowed pet owners to give their pet better veterinary care and overall wellness.

   • 67.4% of respondents said they have faced a veterinary bill that they would not have been able to afford without pet insurance.

   • 65.6% have opted for more extensive treatment for their pet’s condition because they have insurance to help cover the cost.

3. United Kingdom (Vet News) - Act now before cat microchip rules change, vet leaders urge owners

   New rules will come into force in England next month and cat owners are being encouraged to get their pets chipped before the deadline.

4. Belgium (AA Europe) - EU working on standardized measures for stray animals

   Measures include mandatory neutering, microchipping, registration, and increased caregiver competency

5. United Kingdom (TeesideLive) - Brits agree with Taylor Swift over best cat breed

   Taylor has two of them, called Meredith Grey and Olivia Benson