Animal Welfare

In a remarkable tale of veterinary innovation, a 15-foot reticulated python named Jodie Foster has become the first snake in the world to successfully undergo a pioneering cancer treatment typically used in humans. The 50kg reptile, a resident of Chester Zoo for two decades, is now fully recovered ... Read full article.

West Hollywood recently witnessed a delightful and unexpected chase, culminating in a heartwarming rescue that's quickly becoming a viral sensation. A tiny piglet was spotted making a dash through the bustling streets, captured on video by local resident Jamaal Harrison. His footage, showing him ... Read full article.

Passengers on a London bus were met with a truly unusual sight recently when a caged marmoset monkey was discovered hidden inside a laundry bag. The surprising find occurred on the 302 service in north-west London, leaving many wondering how the tiny primate ended up in such an predicament. Animal ... Read full article.

London commuters were left stunned this week after a marmoset monkey was discovered abandoned inside a laundry bag on a public bus. The surprising find, made on the route 302 bus in north-west London, has sparked both outrage and a wave of concern for the tiny primate. The female marmoset was ... Read full article.

Big changes are on the horizon for pet owners across the UK as the government unveils ambitious plans to overhaul the veterinary sector. Faced with soaring bills and concerns over limited competition, ministers are proposing a raft of reforms, including a potential cap of £21 on pet medicine ... Read full article.

A three-year-old boy sustained serious injuries after a terrifying crocodile attack at Johnsons of Old Hurst zoo near Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, on June 18. The child, who reportedly entered the crocodile enclosure, was swiftly rescued by quick-thinking staff and remains in hospital in a stable ... Read full article.

The crocodile enclosure at Johnsons of Old Hurst zoo, located in the Cambridgeshire village of Old Hurst, north of Huntingdon, has officially reopened to the public. This reopening comes after the enclosure, part of the zoo's Tropical House, was temporarily closed following an incident where a ... Read full article.

A tragic incident in New York's iconic Central Park has reignited urgent calls to ban horse-drawn carriages after an 18-year-old tourist from India died. The young man was reportedly ejected from a carriage on Wednesday when the horse bolted. This horrific event occurred while the driver had ... Read full article.

A fierce debate is unfolding over the future of Dartmoor's iconic hill ponies, with campaigners sounding the alarm about a potential "devastating" cull. New conservation contracts from Natural England, the government's conservation agency, are at the heart of the controversy, as opponents fear ... Read full article.

A tragic incident unfolded at the Kharkiv zoo in Ukraine when a Russian drone struck the facility, resulting in the death of several animals. The attack, which occurred recently, has brought renewed sorrow amidst the ongoing conflict, underscoring the devastating impact of war on all living ... Read full article.

As temperatures soar, pet owners are being urged to take extra precautions to protect their animals from the sweltering heat. Unlike humans, our furry friends can’t just sweat it out to stay cool, making them much more susceptible to heatstroke and dehydration. It is vital to recognize the signs of ... Read full article.

Managing the stray dog population in India’s bustling cities has always been a delicate balancing act between animal welfare and public safety. Recently, the Supreme Court stepped in with a significant ruling that is now sending ripples through municipal corporations in Bengaluru and Delhi. The ... Read full article.

A startling new report has revealed that four dogs were stolen every single day across the UK last year. For many of us, our pets are more than just animals; they are members of the family. This rising trend in pet theft is causing widespread concern among dog owners nationwide. Analysis of police ... Read full article.