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Spectator
22-04-2025
- Spectator
Pet theft in France is out of control
Dog theft in France is soaring. Animal protection groups estimate that up to 70,000 dogs are stolen each year – nearly 200 a day. The scale of the problem is staggering, and it's getting worse. Small, high-value breeds are the main targets. French Bulldogs, Pugs, Chihuahuas and Siberian Huskies are among the most frequently stolen. A purebred French Bulldog can sell for up to €2,500 on the black market. Some are resold within hours. Others are trafficked to illegal breeding operations. It is not only dogs that are disappearing. Cats, particularly purebreds, are increasingly being targeted as well. According to animal welfare organisations, the number of cat thefts is rising in parallel with dogs. Breeds such as Maine Coons, Bengals and Persians are especially sought after. Like dogs, stolen cats are resold or used for breeding, with little chance of recovery. The surge in demand for pets following the Covid lockdowns has only fuelled the trade.
Yahoo
08-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Husky Unleashes Epic Paddle Boarding Moves with Hilarious Spinning Zoomies
Included in the million and one reasons why being a dog parent is the best is that you can have a buddy to go on adventures with. If you're an outdoor person, finding a dog who loves to run around and try new things is a fantastic way to bond and make a lifetime of memories. And dogs doing funny stuff on these adventures will stick with you forever, right Nymeria? On February 26, 2025, Instagram user Our Untamed Tale (@ouruntamedtale) shared a video of a fun day out on the water paddle boarding with their gorgeous Huskies, including one pup named Nymeria who got a case of the spinning zoomies while out on the water. And it's funnier than you think! Nymeria is so funny! I'd be nervous to be on the paddleboard while she's doing her hilarious it makes for a great video, and you can see how much energy this gorgeous white Siberian Husky has, which is pretty typical for this breed. In the comments, people enjoyed watching her be her silly self while her Husky sibling watched in confusion. One person wrote, "Can honestly say I've never seen zoomies on a paddle board before. She's too funny!" Someone else wrote, "Mine just jumps off the board, swims around, then climbs back on." Other comments included, "I actually love this more - I would laugh so hard," "This was so hilarious. I can't wait for paddle board season," "I think something's wrong with your engine?" "When the zoomies hit!" and "LOL, sounds like she's got the ultimate paddle board skills!" We can see with our eyes that Nymeria is full of energy, and she looks like the best pup to go out on day-long adventures with. And the bonus is that, as a Husky, they like a lot of activity and need to expend a lot of energy to be their happiest selves. According to PetMD, Huskies require lots of exercise. 'Huskies are friendly dogs that are typically good with kids and other pets, but they are also very smart and strong-willed,' the site explains. 'They need to have room to run and be active with family members. If they're cooped up all day or are not given proper attention, your Husky will be a handful.' If your Husky is bored, they're going to find a way to keep themselves busy, and it's not usually a good thing. 'Bored Siberian Huskies have a reputation for being destructive indoors, digging holes outside, and escaping yards to run freely,' PetMD adds. 'It's important to provide your Husky dog with lots of mental stimulation and activity or they will likely look elsewhere for entertainment.' If you haven't tried paddle boarding with your pup yet and it seems like something you're interested in, it looks like it's worth a try. Right Nymeria? 🐶SIGN UP to get 'pawsitivity' delivered right to your inbox with inspiring & entertaining stories about our furry & feathered friends🐾🐾
Miami Herald
05-03-2025
- General
- Miami Herald
Shelter is brutally honest about a puppy in need of a home. ‘We know this seems crazy'
A dog in Pennsylvania that's a unique combination — very stubborn and fiercely loyal — is having trouble finding a forever home. And he's still a puppy. Brutus, a 6-month-old beauty of a pup with distinguishing features like two different colored eyes, a black mask and white and black body, is struggling with his temperament around people and other dogs, the Central PA Humane Society in Altoona said in a March 4 Facebook post. 'Brutus was an owner surrender. He is said to be an Akita and Husky mix. At this point, he is 6 months old,' the shelter said. 'He is not in the shelter and has been with a trainer. He has been through two potential foster homes at this point. He is not going to be an easy dog to home and we are being honest about it for Brutus' sake.' An Akita is a large, working breed dog of 'ancient Japanese linage.' While they're considered extremely loyal and protective of their owners, they can be highly aggressive with animals and people they don't know, the American Kennel Club (AKC) warns. 'Wary of strangers and often intolerant of other animals, Akitas will gladly share their silly, affectionate side with family and friends,' the AKC says. 'They thrive on human companionship. The large, independent-thinking Akita is hardwired for protecting those they love. They must be well socialized from birth with people and other dogs.' While the breed is tolerant of children, Brutus is not. 'Brutus absolutely can't live with dogs or kids. It will not work out. We have tried and both times it was a fail. We know this seems crazy due to his age; but it is what it is. He is not bothered by cats,' the shelter said in its Facebook post. The puppy has the signature mark of the beautiful Siberian Huskies breed, which is two different colored eyes, the AKC says. Huskies are extremely friendly and make excellent guard dogs, which is why Brutus is in training. But be warned — it's going to take a lot of patience, according to the shelter. 'He will need continued training and socialization. He needs someone who will not allow him to become the boss, meaning he needs an owner in which he respects. When Brutus is done with what is going on; he's done,' the shelter says. 'If he's sleeping, he doesn't want you to wake him up by touching him. He's very stubborn.' Despite his quirks, Brutus is a good boy who just wants to be loved, per the shelter. 'When he respects you; he is a good dog. He doesn't have food or toy aggression. He loves walks, hikes, and keeping himself busy,' the shelter says. 'He is going to need a very special person to take him on and to be the best dog he can be.' For more information about Brutus, visit the shelter's website. Altoona is about a 95-mile drive east from Pittsburgh.
Yahoo
09-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Local woman to be a judge in the 149th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – A local Xenia woman to judge the 149th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. Known as 'America's most prestigious dog show' the Westminster show will be in Manhattan and begin on Monday, Feb. 10. Lasting three days, it will be held at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, with the best-in-show ceremony to be at Madison Square Garden. Local dogs set to play in 2025 Puppy Bowl Xenia resident Vicki Seiler-Cushman began breeding Siberian Huskies in 1970 with her mom. She placed fourth in group at Westminster as a kid. Now, she has over 200 Best in Show titles. Seiler-Cushman has been a professional judge for nearly ten years and will be the Non-Sporting Group judge. Over 3,000 dogs will compete in the show. To buy tickets visit the Westminster Kennel Club webpage. To watch the show online click here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
