The Latest Breaking News on Pets

Racoon found ‘no worse for wear’ but search continues for trio still missing

The furry four escaped their compound at an Isle of Wight zoo park on Friday.

Evening Standard · Nov 2, 2024

Misguided Priorities? NY Officials Euthanise 'Harmless' Peanut The Squirrel But Struggle To Control Violent Illegal Immigrants

New York officials euthanised Instagram-famous Peanut the Squirrel over rabies concerns, sparking public outrage as critics argue the state overlooks more pressing issues like rising crime and gang violence under sanctuary policies.

International Business Times UK · Nov 2, 2024

Orphaned squirrel who became social media star was euthanized after being seized from home

An orphaned squirrel that became a social media star called Peanut is dead after being seized by New York state from his caretakers' home

The Independent UK · Nov 1, 2024

The government are right to tax frappuccinos — they’re revolting anyway

A new version of the sugar tax threatens to hit the frappuccino for the first time. Maddy Mussen agrees that we need to put up a fight against the insanely sweet Big Frap

Evening Standard · Nov 1, 2024

Owner of Influencer Squirrel Loses Pet, Lashes Out at Instagram Users Who Snitched to Cops: 'There's a Special Place in Hell for You'

An animal lover is lashing out on Instagram after his social media famous squirrel was seized by authorities in a raid of his property.

Latin Times · Nov 1, 2024

NSW police dogs died in car’s special cooling ‘pod’ when engine switched off, force says

Investigation under way into whether mechanical failure resulted in deaths of German shepherds Xtra and Soldier in Sydney

The Guardian - AU · Nov 1, 2024

Pets join Mexico's Day of the Dead celebrations, as Fido and Tiger get their own altars

Pets are not forgotten during Mexico’s famed Day of the Dead celebrations, when even Fido and Tiger get a place at the altars Mexican families set up to honor their deceased loved ones, complete with flowers, candles and photographs

The Independent UK · Nov 1, 2024

'Devastating' police dog deaths probed after pod fail

A review is under way after two NSW Police dogs were found dead inside a purpose-built, air-conditioned pod on an official vehicle.

AAP · Nov 1, 2024

Instagram-famous squirrel named Peanut seized by New York officials

Mark Longo says he doesn’t know where his pet is and fears that Peanut has been euthanized

The Independent UK · Oct 31, 2024

OPINION - The London Question: Are pigeons misunderstood?

If there’s one thing Londoners can unite over, it’s revulsion for pigeons. No one likes their gammy feet or their predilection for spattering on cars, buildings and monuments. They are the bane of an office lunch on a park bench, especially when a flock of them flaps into the air…

Evening Standard · Oct 31, 2024