BIZARRE: 36 - What They Never Told You

Mystery of Gracie the giraffe deepens as sheriff calls recapture claims a tall story

Sheriff in rural Texas says ‘it’s still at large’ after claim Gracie had been located after wandering off private ranch

The Guardian - US · Jun 24

Your Dog Could Die in This Heat: Eight Ways to Keep Pets Safe as Europe Bakes

With Europe facing a record-breaking heatwave, the British Veterinary Association advises pet owners to take precautions against heatstroke and other heat-related illnesses. Follow these eight safety tips to protect your pets.

International Business Times UK · Jun 24

Cost-of-living crunch hits spending on baby goods

Rising interest rates and petrol prices led to parents buying fewer prams and car seats at Baby Bunting, pushing down its full-year earnings guidance.

AAP · Jun 24

King Charles Has a Surprising Bumper Sticker on the Back of His Jaguar, Says Former Royal Butler

It couldn't be cuter.

Marie Claire · Jun 22

Several Rescued Cats Pregnant: Vietnam Police Rescue Over 500 Cats from Major Cat Meat Ring, 80 Dead

Vietnamese police dismantled a major cat meat trafficking network, rescuing over 500 cats. The operation highlighted the ongoing issue of pet theft and illegal meat trade in Vietnam.

International Business Times UK · Jun 22

Why the Future of Animal Welfare Depends on Building Communities, Not Just Shelters

Shelters remain one of the most important parts of the rescue ecosystem. They provide safety for animals with nowhere else to go. They operate as the frontline response to the neglect and abandonment that nearly 10 million animals are subjected to every year.

International Business Times · Jun 22

If we can’t keep rats out of Britain’s jails, we shouldn’t be putting children in them

The story of the therapy ferret used to kill rats at Wetherby young offenders institution raises question after question. Not least: is this any place for humans, whatever they have done, asks Zoe Williams

The Guardian - UK · Jun 22

Woman Claiming to Be Missing Girl Flies 3,500 Miles for Test as Family Braces for Another False Claim

Heather McCord from Staten Island claims to be missing toddler Katrice Lee, reopening old wounds for the Lee family. Her DNA test pursuit in the UK adds to a history of false leads

International Business Times UK · Jun 22

Scientists just tracked 188 pet owners in the Netherlands for five days, and the surprising twist is that dogs and cats both lifted mood a little, but only one might be making stress worse

A recent Dutch study explored how interacting with cats and dogs impacts our mood and stress. While both pets offer a brief happiness boost, neither significantly reduced stress. Interestingly, intense cat interactions during stressful moments were tentatively linked to worse feelings, unlike dogs, which remained neutral. This difference may stem…

The Economic Times · Jun 22

Artist Shares 57 New Comics About Ferrets, Pets, And Everyday Absurdities

Many readers first discovered her through Meems & Feefs, a comic series that evolved into a successful graphic novel franchise. What began as lighthearted sketches of mischievous ferrets gradually expanded into a richly developed world populated by eccentric animal characters, fantastical adventures, and plenty of absurd situations. The series continues…

Bored Panda · Jun 22