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Fireworks scare the animals tremendously and is unnecessary. How often have we published posts about lost and run-away animals nearing or during the many festive seasons in our multi-cultural country? And how often have we heard of animals falling sick during this season, very likely due to the use of fireworks, as attested by vets?…

A lady wrote to me asking if there is any way to help her elderly dog who is blind and unable to walk. The poor dog defecates and urinates on himself and the lady’s elderly parents are unable to take care of the dog now. If you know of any nursing care services for such…

Update: Browser wins! He gets to stay!! http://www.npr.org/sections/thetwo-way/2016/07/02/484111751/library-cats-job-is-saved The original post: The petition: http://www.thepetitionsite.com/107/875/733/save-this-cat-librarian-from-being-removed-from-his-home/#sign Browser is a beloved cat who lives in a library in the town of White Settlement, Texas, just outside Forth Worth. According to the library president, children love to pick out books to read to him, and he never interferes with the…

Ref: https://animalcare.my/2016/05/25/john-hopkins-ends-use-of-live-animals-in-medical-training/ Petitions work these days! And as we learn from the lesson of Brexit, every single vote counts. Thank you very much for signing the petition!

Update on 11th July 2016: The kitten has returned home!! The original post: If you have any information regarding this kitten, please contact Teoh Mei Sim through her phone or Facebook. Thank you. https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1216884591678677&id=100000714441765  

The news: http://www.care2.com/causes/buenos-aires-zoo-is-closing-after-140-years-for-an-awesome-reason.html In another huge win for captive animals, Buenos Aires will be be shutting down its 140-year-old zoo. The area will reopen later this year as an ecopark. Horacio Rodríguez Larreta, the mayor of Argentina’s capital city, made the announcement, saying that today the zoo generates more sadness than joy. “This situation of captivity is degrading…

Update: Jolin has surrendered the puppy to a shelter. The original post: This puppy was found on 14th June 2016 in Puchong: https://animalcare.my/2016/06/15/found-black-puppy-in-puchong-jolin-chois/. No one has claimed the puppy, so Jolin would like to put her up for adoption. If interested, please contact Jolin directly. Thank you. Location: Klang Valley From: jolin choi <csyjolin@gmail.com> Date: Sat,…

The full article and the video are here. Listening to Dr Sophia Yin, I really like how she doesn’t criticise others (despite being a world renowned authority on dog-training); she speaks in a very helpful way. Dr Sophia Yin, RIP. In the video above, you can watch by interview with Dr. Sophia Yin, a veterinarian…

The full article is here. The article talks about toys for dogs, but the principles apply to cats too. You’ll want to pick and choose carefully, however, as not all toys on the market are safe for dogs or safe for your dog. Your dog’s temperament, size and age all play a part in determining…

Update: The puppy has been surrendered to a shelter. The original post: If you have any information regarding the owner of this puppy, please contact Jolin as soon as possible. Let’s help this puppy find his home. Please help to forward. Thank you. From: jolin choi <csyjolin@gmail.com> Date: Wed, Jun 15, 2016 at 4:23 PM…

The full article: http://www.stuff.co.nz/stuff-nation/assignments/should-dangerous-dog-breeds-be-banned/14915115/The-dogs-are-pack-animals-myth I also don’t mind dogs walking first through doorways. I do like to teach them to wait first just so I can make sure there is nothing on the other side that could startle the dog and cause them to react. But once I deem it safe then, sure they can…

The full story: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dogster/how-an-old-dog-taught-me-_b_3369301.html The diversity of dogs you meet in this line of work surpasses the differences I’ve encountered among humans. It teaches you a lot about patience and compassion. Whether a dog’s quirks are the result of an owner’s neurosis or simply a personality trait of the canine, you can’t say, “Now, Miss Smith,…

Here’s the whole story: http://www.hypedojo.com/a-stray-dog-walked-into-a-police-station-and-youll-never-guess It all started one afternoon last year, when a stray dog named Gorgi just showed up at a Puerto Rico Police command center in the city of Bayamon. The officers who were working there were amazed by how affectionate the stray dog was, in spite of hints that he didn’t have…

Dear Friends, Please read below and let’s continue to help these dogs as much as we can. Thank you very much. From Humane Society International: Just days ago, local activists—including members of HSI partner groups—saved hundreds of dogs’ lives by reporting a truck taking them to slaughter to local law enforcement and assisting in their…