The Latest Breaking News on Pets

Is it possible to make vet bills less brutal?

Taking care of your pet properly can come with astronomical veterinary costs – but there are ways to minimise the financial headache.

The Independent UK · Feb 13

São Paulo names new law after dog that stayed by owner’s grave for 10 years

The Bob Coveiro (the Gravedigger) Law ‘recognises the emotional bond between guardians and their pets’

The Guardian - US · Feb 12

Satanic Temple leader sues for custody of ‘emotional support’ hog

Exclusive: Kenneth Mayle says in court filings that ‘no amount of money can compensate for this loss,’ but the animal sanctuary on the other side of the dispute begs to differ

The Independent UK · Feb 12

Woman killed cat for meat before stabbing ex-partner

A woman slaughtered her cat and put some of it in the freezer for a future meal, before plunging a knife into her ex-partner's neck, a judge has heard.

AAP · Feb 12

Radioactive pig-boar hybrids are thriving in Fukushima after nuclear disaster – now scientists know why

Domestic pig genes got diluted across generations but their rapid reproductive capacity persisted in hybrid hogs

The Independent UK · Feb 11

‘Boy kibble’: why are young men turning to dog food for meal inspiration?

The dried food, traditionally for pets, has become an unlikely influence for meal preppers. Some commenters have even claimed the trend could be an antidote to toxic masculinity

The Guardian - UK · Feb 10

Queen Elizabeth's Corgis Appear to Be Living at Wood Farm With Ex-Prince Andrew: Report

The late monarch's beloved dogs were spotted taking a stroll on the Sandringham estate.

Marie Claire · Feb 10

Woman says US Marshal kicked her dog and broke his rib during boyfriend’s arrest: ‘This is abuse’

The Marshals Service says the miniature schnauzer puppy was “aggressively” trying to attack their working dog during the incident in Tennessee

The Independent UK · Feb 9

The pet I’ll never forget: Mishka, the surly but beloved raccoon

She hated water, attacked our Christmas tree, destroyed our wallpaper – but everyone who met her was won over

The Guardian - UK · Feb 9

15 irresistible Valentine's Day gifts for pets: all under £50

Because let's be honest, fur babies are the most spoiled members in any household

Woman & Home · Feb 7