A drug that may extend the lifespan of large-breed dogs is moving closer to receiving approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), as announced last week by the San Francisco biotech company Loyal, the drug’s developer. Currently, no FDA-approved or conditionally approved animal drugs serve this purpose. Celine …
Read More »Oklahoma City Zoo Welcomes Birth of Endangered African Painted Dog Pups
The Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden recently welcomed the birth of six African-painted dog pups, announced by zoo officials. Born on November 5 and 6 to first-time mother Pele, a 3-year-old African-painted dog who joined the zoo in October 2021, this marks the zoo’s first litter of African-painted dogs …
Read More »Video: Kindhearted Bystanders Rescue Stranded Dogs in Chennai Floods, Stirring Emotions on the Internet
On Monday, Chennai experienced substantial rainfall caused by Cyclone Michaung, leading to flooding in various parts of the city and disrupting daily life. Although the rain has ceased, a significant portion of the town remains submerged, particularly affecting low-lying areas. The surge in water levels and widespread destruction has not …
Read More »Israeli Teen Describes Her Time in Captivity with Her Dog in Gaza Under Hamas
Mia Leimberg emerged from an almost two-month ordeal in Gaza with her Shih Tzu, Bella, in her arms. This was one of the remarkable moments during the week-long ceasefire between Israel and Hamas that concluded last Friday. “While we were there, we had to feed her our leftovers – yeah, …
Read More »Dog in South Carolina Safely Rescued After Getting Stuck in a Dryer Vent
Spike, a content canine in South Carolina, faced an unexpected challenge when trapped in his owner’s dryer vent. The Sumter Police Department reported that on November 30, Spike found himself stuck in the dryer vent in his pursuit of mischief. The police received a call at 2 p.m. from a …
Read More »Viral Video: Man Rescues a Dog Stranded on Railway Tracks
The recent viral video doing rounds on social media shows a dog stranded on the railway track. The poor pup could not climb up the platform without a helping hand. A stranger who saw the dog struggling pulled him up on the railway platform. An Instagram user posted the video …
Read More »Canine Warriors Shine with Specialized Skills at the 2023 Dog Show
Six dogs, accompanied by their handlers, displayed their valuable contributions to national security at the Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University’s annual Dog Show in 2023. The canine team showcased their prowess in recovering explosives and narcotics, guarding assets, tracking criminals, and detecting drones at high altitudes. These …
Read More »Prolonging Canine Lifespan: Novel Drug Shows Potential, Company Awaits FDA Approval
Dogs, known for their comparatively shorter lifespans, are potentially on the brink of a breakthrough for extended longevity, thanks to San Francisco-based biotech company Loyal. Having received a “technical section complete” designation from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), indicating agreement with the efficacy of their drug based on data, …
Read More »Randomized Testing for Rabies Exclusion in Dogs
The civic body’s newly established monitoring committee has proposed measures to monitor rabies-related fatalities and alleviate associated concerns. The plan involves testing random samples from 10 stray dogs. Dr. Sarika Funde, the assistant health officer and head of the veterinary department at PMC, clarified that while conducting rabies tests on …
Read More »Fundraising Efforts by North Side Rescue Aim to Reunite Homeless Teen with Cherished Canine Companion
An animal rescue organization in Irving Park is seeking financial support to assist an anonymous 18-year-old girl in secure housing so she can keep her beloved pitbull, Prince. The teenager, who is facing homelessness and wishes to stay anonymous for safety reasons, contacted Famous Fido at 3124 W. Irving Park …
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