What’s Making Global Cat and Dog News Today?
The Best Pet Daily Round-up of News, Research, Opinion or Fun published about Dogs and Cats from around the world:
Thailand (BBC) Fire at famous Bangkok market kills 1,000 animals
A tragic fire at Bangkok's Chatuchak market killed around 1,000 animals, including cats and dogs, destroying nearly 100 shops. The blaze, caused by an electrical short circuit, devastated the pet zone, known for poor living conditions. Authorities face calls to close the area permanently. No human casualties were reported. Efforts for compensation and renewed scrutiny of the market's conditions are underway.
United Kingdom (BBC) Cat-microchipping success on first day of new law
In a landmark event, more than 50 pets were microchipped at RSPCA Hull and East Riding on Monday, marking the first day of a new UK law requiring all cats to be chipped. This law, previously only for dogs, aims to ensure lost pets are quickly reunited with their owners. Owners have until June 10 to comply, or they could face fines.
United States (ABC) Dog raises alarm after owner crashes car into ravine
In north-eastern Oregon, a heroic dog named Blue traveled 6.4 kilometers to alert people after its owner, Brandon Garrett, crashed into a ravine. Garrett was rescued via a complex rope system by search-and-rescue teams. He had crawled out of his vehicle and was later found 91 meters away. Garrett was airlifted to a hospital, and his three other dogs were also found alive at the scene.Asia (Down to Earth) Snow leopards, iconic carnivore cats of High Mountain Asia, also eat plants: Study
A new study by Japanese scientists reveals that snow leopards in High Mountain Asia also consume plants, particularly from the Myricaria genus. This discovery was made through a metabarcoding analysis of faecal samples collected from the Tien-Shan Mountains in Kyrgyzstan. Despite being carnivores, snow leopards were found to eat Myricaria when hungry. This finding could enhance conservation strategies and captive care for these iconic cats.United Kingdom (RSPCA UK) Pedigree breeder given five year cat ban for neglecting 11 Persians
A North Shields breeder, Stephanie Neesam, has been banned from keeping cats for five years after neglecting 11 Persian cats, leaving them in poor health. The RSPCA rescued the underweight and ill cats from unsanitary conditions. Neesam pleaded guilty and received an 18-month community order. The RSPCA urges prospective cat owners to choose breeders responsibly to avoid similar neglect.
