Tag Archives: Dog News

A recent incident in Nabadwip, West Bengal, showed how a group of stray dogs protected an abandoned newborn during a cold winter night. Instead of a tragedy, this became a story of survival and compassion, showing that animals can sometimes provide care and understanding when people do not.  A Cry in the Night  …

On Sunday evening, animal lovers, feeders, and welfare activists gathered outside Cheluvamba Park in V.V. Mohalla, Mysuru, Karnataka, for a candlelight vigil. The protest was organized to express concern about the recent Supreme Court interim order that directs the removal of stray dogs from public spaces, including schools, hospitals, railway stations, and bus stands.  …

The city of Sturgeon, Missouri, has agreed to pay a $500,000 settlement to the owner of Teddy, a blind and deaf Shih Tzu who was fatally shot by a police officer earlier this year. This incident has led to discussions about animal rights, police training, and how officers handle vulnerable pets.  Details of the …

A recent incident in Mylapore, Chennai, has caused concern for animal welfare groups. A 56-year-old tea-stall owner reportedly beat a stray dog to death after the dog approached an elderly customer. The event was recorded on video and shared on social media, which started a public discussion about how stray dogs are …

The Supreme Court of India (SC) has ordered all states and Union Territories to remove stray dogs from public places, such as schools, hospitals, bus stands, sports complexes, and railway stations. The dogs are to be moved to shelters after sterilization and vaccination.  What the Order Says  On November 7, a Bench …

The Chandigarh Municipal Corporation (MC) has implemented new pet and community dog bylaws. These regulations are designed to encourage responsible pet ownership and address public safety and hygiene concerns.  Key Changes Announced  The MC has issued several important updates under the new regulations:  Ban on six breeds: The American Bulldog, American …

Long Beach’s pet community is mourning after an apartment fire took the lives of 32 foster cats and one dog Sunday morning.   At 7:15 a.m., firefighters responded to the Lindenwood Apartment Complex after reports of heavy smoke from a third-floor unit. Crews extinguished the fire and found dozens of foster …

A couple who ran an unlicensed dog-sitting business, where one dog died and another went missing, have been banned from boarding or owning dogs following a council investigation.  The Case  Rachel and Owen Dempsey, residents of Fazakerley, Liverpool, pleaded guilty to operating without a license. A judge described them as …

Recently, Royal Air Force police dog handlers at the RAF Coningsby were awarded a trophy for their attitude towards animal welfare. As per the force, the dog section also received the military working dogs prestige trophy for the overall contribution to the RAF security.  As per the group captain of …

In a recent action to address the rise in aggressive dog attacks around the country—especially among the elderly and children (in a few cases leading to death)—the Centre on Wednesday imposed a ban on the sale, import, and breeding of 23 ‘ferocious’ dog breeds, considering them to be a ‘threat …