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Beirut rescuers risk their lives to save pets abandoned in conflict
9+ hour, 45+ min ago (228+ words) The small rescue team from NGO Animals Lebanon heads into Beirut's southern suburbs, struck almost daily by Israeli aircraft, looking for trapped animals. The NGO says its teams have rescued 241 animals from south Lebanon and Beirut's southern suburbs, areas under…...
Romania hosts SofistiCat feline expo with more than 200 cats competing for the big prize
1+ week, 3+ day ago (134+ words) More than 200 cats from across southeastern Europe competed this weekend at the SofistiCat feline expo in the Romanian capital. (AP video by Nick Dumitrache) 365 Bloor Street East, Toronto, Ontario, ... Romania hosts SofistiCat feline expo with more than 200 cats competing for…...
Border-hopping cat from British Columbia has a fan following in two countries
1+ week, 6+ day ago (538+ words) Grey tabby Louis Vuitton lives in South Surrey but regularly hops a drainage ditch to forage for American snakes, mice and squirrels A certain resident of South Surrey, B.C., is making friends and fans on both sides of the U.S.-Canada border…...
Four cats will remain divided between ex-couple after custody battle, Alberta judge says
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (555+ words) The judge noted the differences between parenthood and pet ownership, and that the cats were considered property in the eyes of the law Parenthood and pet ownership should not be conflated, says an Alberta judge about a case involving a…...
One of the world's rarest felines sighted on Malaysia's Borneo island
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (235+ words) Images released by the Sabah Wildlife and Forestry Department in Malaysia show the flat-headed cat, or Prionailurus planiceps, wandering around the Tangkulap Forest Reserve on the island of Borneo in February and August 2024. These animals are among the world's rarest…...
How to create a "petio" for your furry friends
7+ mon, 4+ week ago (366+ words) The idea surges in popularity as animal owners meticulously plan outdoor spaces You may have already heard of catios " enclosed outdoor areas where felines can frolic while enjoying fresh air. Cat owners love them because they give indoor cats extra…...
Sao Paulo sanctuary rescues felines threatened by urban sprawl
9+ mon, 2+ week ago (218+ words) Brazil is home to the greatest diversity of wild cats in the world, with nine documented species. All of them are endangered due to human activity " particularly unchecked urban sprawl. At this sanctuary in Brazil's most populous state of Sao…...
'Grime and filth': Man charged with animal cruelty after nearly 100 cats found in home, dozens dead
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