Cats

Nature

Why is Amsterdam installing tiny staircases along its canals?

Amsterdam councillors have earmarked €100,000 to make the waterways safer for animals.

26/07/2025

Europe News

MEPs back mandatory microchipping of all cats and dogs in the EU

MEPs have voted to make microchipping and registration mandatory for all cats and dogs in the EU to combat illegal trade and improve animal welfare standards.

19/06/2025

Europe News

EU pet protection plan barks up wrong tree, MEPs and NGOs warn

Driven by good intentions, the EU’s first-ever legislation on the welfare of cats and dogs is currently under discussion, but it’s raising concerns that it could unintentionally fuel illegal pet trade.

18/06/2025

Spain

Spanish police arrest Russian couple over Mallorca cat smuggling ring

The suspects are alleged to have advertised species including pumas, white tigers and clouded leopards — for which they were charging €60,000.

15/04/2025

Nature

Meet the unsung heroes saving animals in Gaza and the West Bank

A Dutch charity faces huge challenges in the occupied territories, as it fundraises to care for dogs, cats and donkeys.

09/03/2025

Europe News

Italian doctor faces probe after giving his injured cat a CAT scan

Radiologist Gianluca Fanelli took his pet Athena to the hospital where he worked in northern Italy to perform a CAT scan and life-saving operation.

06/02/2025

Cinema

Why the Golden Globe win for animated Latvian film 'Flow' matters

In a historic night of firsts, Gints Zilbalodis’ 'Flow' from Latvia triumphed in the Best Motion Picture – Animated category, marking a significant achievement for the Baltic nation at the Golden Globes.

07/01/2025

Living

How to care for your pets during firework season, according to experts

Puppies are a terrible Christmas gift idea - but pooches are the most pampered family member, new research reveals.

20/12/2024

Lifestyle

Fluffy felines compete for prizes at Rome's SuperCat Show

The 26th annual SuperCat Show in Rome brought together feline lovers, breeders, and furry stars at the Fiera di Roma for a weekend celebrating all things cat.

19/11/2024

No Comment

Latvian mural features red cat named Peach

Beloved by local residents in Latvia's capital city of Riga, Peach the cat was created by artist Eriks Caune.

27/09/2024

Green News

Trump falsely claims immigrants are eating pets in debate with Harris

‘There have been no credible reports of pets being harmed’, officials say.

11/09/2024

Nature

Critically endangered Scottish wildcat kittens born in the wild

The kittens were caught on camera after at least two female wildcats are thought to have given birth since their release.

28/06/2024

Green News

Spain opens first public pet cemetery in Málaga

Spain's first public pet cemetery offers a final resting place for pets along with psychological support for owners.

27/06/2024

Art

London gets 'CUTE' with new exhibition you don't want to miss

A landmark exhibit opens tomorrow in London, looking at toys, emojis, video games and more, to better explore how cuteness influences culture and society. And yes, cats are a main theme.

24/01/2024

Green News

A first in France: Why has this cat received legal damages?

Lanna, a cat of around one year old, was found dead in a rubbish bin in the French city of Lille in July 2023.

17/01/2024

United Kingdom

Does owning a pet help prevent dementia among the elderly?

A recent study has found that looking after a pet - particularly among single and elderly people - could help slow down rates of cognitive decline.

28/12/2023

Art

Meow-erry Christmas: Have you met the Icelandic anti-Santa?

While you’re overindulging in the festive cheer and the rampant commercial takeover of these holidays, keep this Icelandic folklore in mind... Or Christmas might be far from puuuurrrfect...

25/12/2023

Nature

Cat therapy: How this amputee feline helps her owner and others

There’s abundant research on other therapy animals like dogs but there’s often a ‘shock factor’ involved with therapy cats because many don’t know they exist.

24/12/2023

Space

Meow from Mars: NASA streams cat video from 30 million km away

Taters the orange tabby stars in the 15-second movie beamed to Earth using a laser transceiver in a test for future human space travel.

19/12/2023

Nature

Commission proposes rules on pet welfare, illegal puppy trade

Improving pet traceability and banning practices such as ear cropping are among the measures the EU executive has proposed today (7 December) to improve animal welfare standards for cats and dogs.

07/12/2023