What’s Making News Around the World this Month, for Cats and Dogs?
Thailand, People.com, 2nd February 2025, Dog Who Waited for Dead Owner Outside a 7-Eleven for Months Was Just Adopted by a Princess Moo Daeng, a loyal dog who waited for months outside a 7-Eleven in Thailand after his owner passed away, has been adopted by Princess Siribha Chudabhorn. The princess, known for her animal welfare advocacy, aims to address Moo Daeng's emotional needs, recognizing his severe depression due to the loss of his owner. This heartwarming adoption highlights the deep bond between pets and their owners.
United States, People.com, 30th January 2025, Ariz. Man Never Gave Up Hope that He Would Find His Missing Dog. 8 Years Later, the Duo Finally Reunited Paul Guilbeault from Arizona experienced an emotional reunion with his miniature pinscher, Damian, who went missing eight years ago. Damian was found in Oklahoma, identified via a microchip. This story underscores the importance of microchipping pets for their safe return.
United States, New York Post, 30th January 2025, My dog rakes in big money on Instagram - many followers are surprised by how much Alison, managing her dog Monty's Instagram account @monty.mung, revealed earnings of $4,313 last year through brand collaborations. Starting as a personal project, the account's growth led to partnerships with pet brands, highlighting the potential of social media for pet influencers.
United Kingdom, The Times, 26th January 2025, Can dogs really be taught to speak? I put my terrier to the test Exploring the trend of teaching dogs to communicate using recordable buttons, the author tests this method with their terrier, Gertie. The experiment shows that with patience and training, dogs can learn to express basic needs, enhancing the human-animal bond.
Ireland, The Sun, 31st January 2025, 'This is wonderful', people cry as cat left 'unconscious' by horror fire saved by new on-trial device & 'heroes' praised Dublin firefighters successfully revived a cat named Biscuit, found unconscious after a house fire, using a new pet oxygen mask currently on trial. This incident highlights advancements in emergency pet care and the dedication of first responders.
United States, Daily Paws, 1st February 2025, 28 Of The Funniest Tweets About Cats And Dogs This Week A compilation of humorous tweets showcases the lighter side of pet ownership, featuring amusing anecdotes and observations about cats and dogs. These lighthearted stories offer a delightful break and highlight the joy pets bring into our lives.
United States, Pet Health Network, 1st February 2025, Many Cats and Dogs are victims of domestic violence A new program is providing hope for people and pets affected by domestic violence, emphasizing the importance of protecting all family members, including animals, in such situations. This initiative aims to offer support and resources for victims and their pets.
United States, Daily Paws, 1st February 2025, Feel-Good Pet News and Stories Daily Paws shares a collection of heartwarming pet stories, including tales of unlikely friendships and heroic animals, reminding readers of the positive impact pets have on our lives. These stories celebrate the special bond between humans and their animal companions.
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