The case against pets: is it time to give up our cats and dogs? A growing number of people argue that owning pets is unethical - and that animals can never really have a good life in a human home The Guardian - UK · Sep 13, 2023
What is an American bully XL? Why Braverman faces a tough time banning them American XL bully dogs have been reponsible for a spate of attacks The Independent UK · Sep 13, 2023
‘An XL Bully disfigured my daughter - this is why we should ban the breed’ A mother and daughter were at a friends when the dog struck The Independent UK · Sep 13, 2023
Bengaluru: King cobras and 55 ball pythons seized by customs in the airport! In a bizarre incident, customs authorities at Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport have seized king cobras and other protected animals that were smuggled on a flight from Thailand. The Times of India · Sep 12, 2023
Are American XL bully dogs banned in the UK? Owners must register breed until end of 2023 The crossbreed has been involved in a number of attacks, but some experts say banning the animals is not the answer Evening Standard · Sep 12, 2023
XL Bully owner slams ‘knee-jerk moral panic’ amid calls to ban breed after attack on girl, 11 There have been calls to outlaw Bully XLs after Ana Paun, 11, was viciously mauled on the arm by one in Birmingham The Independent UK · Sep 12, 2023
Kate meets ‘amazing’ drug detection dog on prison visit The Princess of Wales met inmates and staff at HMP High Down in Sutton, Surrey. The Independent UK · Sep 12, 2023
Donkey population declining at an alarming rate in Tamil Nadu, say experts Donkeys, capable of carrying loads higher than own body weight, may become extinct in TN if no conservation efforts are taken. Mechanisation is major factors behind their declining population. Every animal has a role to play in biodiversity. The Hindu · Sep 12, 2023
Basset Hound Can See Again After Having Facelift “We realized something had to be done as the skin was starting to cover Chief’s eyes and affect his vision.” Zenger · Sep 12, 2023
OPINION - Suella Braverman is right: ban the bully XL dog now There are few things that can come close to being described as a national religion in the UK. The NHS is, of course, the mostly commonly cited example, but I’d hazard a guess that another issue evokes a loyalty on a similarly visceral level — dogs. Evening Standard · Sep 12, 2023
Surgeon demands American XL Bully dogs ban amid ‘unrelenting attacks’ Top plastic surgeon who has treated victims of dog attacks joins calls for ban on American Bully XL dogs Evening Standard · Sep 12, 2023
Cockapoo owner whose pup lost eye in Bully XL attack calls for dangerous dog ban Bully owners walked away from the attack telling horrified onlookers ‘that’s just what dogs do’ The Independent UK · Sep 12, 2023
What is an American bully XL? Why Braverman faces a tough time banning them American XL bully dogs have been reponsible for a spate of attacks The Independent UK · Sep 12, 2023
What dog breeds are banned in the UK? After an increased number of fatal attacks in England and Wales by Pit Bulls on humans between 1981 and 1991 – the UK government decided to take action and ban the breed under the 1991 Dangerous Dogs Act - Here is a list of dog breeds banned in the country The Independent UK · Sep 12, 2023
The National (Scotland) · Sep 12, 2023 Are fears about bully XL dogs a moral panic, or is a breed ban justified? ‘NO crime BIG punishment” reads the banner on the RSPCA website, across an image of five dogs behind
The Guardian - AU · Sep 12, 2023 ‘Keep your cat indoors’: why conservationists are pushing for pet containment in Australia Around 71% of domestic cats are able to roam – killing an estimated 323m native animals each year. Conservation groups want nationwide measures to protect wildlife
The Conversation · Sep 11, 2023 'It's not fair!' Kids grumble and complain for a reason, here's how to handle it Parents have no doubt heard all the classic grumbles from children and teenagers. From “It’s not fair!” to “Not spinach again!” and our personal favourite, “Why do I have to do all the work?”
The Independent UK · Sep 11, 2023 Dog and her puppy adopted together: ‘They are inseparable’ Female dog was listed for adoption first, before shelter revealed she and her puppy were a package deal
The Independent UK · Sep 11, 2023 Bully XL owner whose dogs ‘stopped rape’ says breed are ‘walking weapons’ in wrong hands Sid Costello, who has three Bully XLs, says you can’t blame the dogs but the owners
The Independent UK · Sep 11, 2023 American Bully XL ban won’t stop vicious attacks, expert warns Attempts to regulate American Bully XLs could in fact boost their status, leading vet warns
The Guardian - UK · Sep 11, 2023 Banning some dog breeds in the UK won’t stop attacks on humans Scientists say nurture is much more important than type of dog in influencing aggression levels
The Independent UK · Sep 11, 2023 Girl, 11, tells of terror during attack by bully XL crossbreed puppy - OLD Ana Paun was attacked in Birmingham on Saturday.
Evening Standard · Sep 11, 2023 Westminster Dog of the Year 2023: How to vote for your favourite pup This event is paw-fect for dog lovers
The Independent UK · Sep 11, 2023 UK government may ban American XL bully dogs after a child was attacked Britain’s home secretary says she is seeking “urgent advice” on banning a type of American Bully dog, highlighting an attack on a 11-year-old girl over the weekend
The Guardian - UK · Sep 11, 2023 Mother of boy killed by out-of-control dog criticises UK ministers for failing to act Jack Lis, 10, died in 2021 when he was attacked by an American bully XL, a breed politicians now want banned