Gardens and pets: Practical gardens highlighted at the flower show
Chelsea Flower Show Highlights Unusual Elements This year’s Chelsea Flower Show, celebrating its 112th anniversary, has taken a quirky turn with unexpected features like Frisbees, solar panels, and even toilets showcasing practicality in gardening. Traditionally, we see peonies and roses, but this time, a garden designed by Matthew Butler and Josh Parker highlights a bathroom […]
County in New York passes law declaring it illegal for animal abusers to have pets.
Lawmakers in Suffolk County, New York, have recently enhanced the Animal Cruelty Act by prohibiting convicted animal abusers from owning pets. The county council voted to implement a Class A misdemeanor charge for those found in violation, which could lead to up to one year in jail or fines reaching $1,000. This legislation builds on […]
Owning pets is now illegal for animal abusers in Suffolk County
A new law in Suffolk County imposes prison time and fines on animal abusers who own pets. This legislation, recently approved, classifies pet ownership by those with convictions as a Class A misdemeanor. “This bill protects animals, so I’m signing it,” Suffolk County’s Ed Romain stated during a news conference at the H. Lee Dennison […]
Alaskans buy protective gear for pets as Mount Spurr volcano eruption looms
Anchorage, Alaska – We love pets and worry about their safety during natural disasters, especially unique things like volcanic eruptions. Scientists at the Alaska Volcanic Observatory say the volcano mount, about 80 miles from Anchorage, is likely to erupt in the coming weeks or months, based on increasing seismicity. If an eruption occurs, scientists said […]
Will our pets be in heaven? Unpacking God’s heart for animals
Our 5 year old son was requesting a family meeting. We were only three of us, so it was pretty easy to assemble right away. Before he began, he asked us to finish him what he had to say before we asked him a question. We agreed. It was a very passionate speech about dating, […]
LG recalls 500K ovens after fires lead to injuries, dead pets
LG Electronics is recalled for fire hazards that have been sold throughout the United States, which have led to pet deaths. Posted by the US Consumer Product Safety Commission. The recall affects ovens with front mount knobs that can unintentionally turn on, creating a serious safety risk. At least according to CPSC 86 reports submitted […]
Aubrey Vanlandingham can’t watch own pets after goat poisoning allegations
A Texas cheerleader accused of poisoning a rival school's competition goat at her high school cannot spend time with her pet unless accompanied by an adult, according to a court order. Aubrey VanLandingham, 17, faces a felony charge after she allegedly admitted to intentionally poisoning Willy the goat on Oct. 23, according to an affidavit […]
Veterinarian Takes in 41 Pets as Fires Burn Los Angeles
A veterinarian with a big heart adopted many animals to save them from the fires that were ravaging the Los Angeles area. When Dr. Annie Havilich's brother called her Tuesday to ask if he wanted to leave his pet rabbit and cat with him as he fled the Palisades fire, she agreed and said more […]
Endangered species threatened by LA fires, pets may return
Historic Los Angeles wildfires have destroyed thousands of homes and killed at least 11 people. Endangered species may also become extinct, one expert warned. “We are now caught up in this terrible moment that directly affects people who have lost their homes and livelihoods and many have died. In the background are the animals who […]
Cat survives 3-story fall from burning Midtown building, nonprofit raising money for pet’s surgery: ‘A miracle cat’
This kitten definitely landed on its feet. A ginger cat who lives in supportive housing in Midtown miraculously survived a fall from the third floor during an apartment fire last week. Goldie the cat appeared to be trying to escape the flames by a window, but footage from the fire showed her plummeting to the […]