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The Guardian
3 days ago
- General
- The Guardian
Readers reply: Are there too many pets?
Are there too many pets? Pet ownership goes up and up, particularly dogs and cats. But how many is too many? Gene Leonard, London Send new questions to nq@ This needs to be qualified: 'There are too many pets … for people who dislike dogs so much they can't enjoy green spaces, cafes and other public areas.' rewilder As I get older, I find myself questioning pet ownership. A pet exists for the sole purpose of pleasing its owner, giving it comfort, pleasure and companionship but also putting it at risk of abuse, pain, displeasure and abandonment. They are bred (often conforming to a human-designed ideal) or captured in order to perform human-pleasing duties. So, yes, there are too many pets for their human masters. 02Dscythe This is probably true unless you live with a cat, in which case the roles are reversed. kiramango I think there are too many abandoned pets, too many pets in rescue, too many designer pets with health problems because of their breed standards and too many dogs tied up outside leading lonely, deprived lives. We have one rescued dog, who is adored. He is walked on a lead three times daily, enjoys off-lead time playing in the fully fenced back yard, is fed the best possible food and is treated like a member of the family in all ways. I love cats, but I also love birds; I wish people would keep their cats indoors to protect the birds. The worst problem in our world is too many irresponsible humans, not too many animals. MythKenner From an ecological point of view there are too many of everything associated with humans, so yes, there are definitely too many pets. I doubt there's an easy way to solve that, though. unclestinky There are certainly far too many people involved in the selling of mindless rubbish surrounding the keeping of animals at home. Cat and dog fashion, cosmetics, toys: too many containers of senseless junk being shipped around the world. There are way too many nonsense pet food brands as well: 'Delicious morsels lovingly selected and served with rosemary and green beans.' What? It's a pooch, or a moggy; it can't read, it doesn't understand infantile advertising slop and it's not Jay Rayner. Pets are for companionship, a haven from loneliness for many, also to assist in teaching children about caring, responsibility, kindness, life, death and how not to develop into cruel, selfish brutes who think only of themselves and the next fix of cheap entertainment. bricklayersoption How many is too many? Well, I did a house-sit with 17 cats and I can tell you, categorically: that's too many. (Now, I ask people to define 'a few cats'.) Leoned There are far too many dogs now. Every public space, outdoor and indoor, is overrun with them. It's time to reintroduce the dog licence at a realistic (high) level and set some rules and expectations around dog ownership, as there are currently none. So, one dog a household. On leads in all public spaces except enclosed dog fields, which would be funded by the licence fee. Breeding banned. Tougher rules on dangerous dogs. Some basic hygiene requirements on cafe and pub owners who allow dogs. Ownership banned if you fail to pick up dog mess – no excuses. This'll do for starters. Dennis1970 'Every public space, outdoor and indoor, is overrun with them'? They really aren't. And cafes and pubs already have to meet hygiene standards. And there are rules and expectations around dog ownership. You can argue they need strengthening, but saying there are none is just untrue. Oldhairynose Too many inconsiderate dog owners use those extending leads in public spaces and expect others to get out of the way or else trip over them, or let their dogs foul the public spaces they insist on using for their dog's toilet needs. Add to that letting poorly trained dogs off their leads and then saying: 'He won't hurt you, he just wants to play!' Sundaygal NYC has too many. The streets reek of dog urine and too many owners don't clean up faeces – especially in Brooklyn – so walking is a dangerous hopscotch around smears of festering mess. It can't be very friendly for the dogs, either, which are kept locked up most of the day, against their nature. 80xd35 Dogs are an environmental disaster, from the contamination of waterways from improperly disposed waste – and how long will it take for those plastic poo bags to degrade even if they're used properly? – to the harmful effects on wildlife. Dylan Dog ownership is shown to improve people's physical health, pet ownership improves mental health and many people socially benefit from pets. The frustration is those few who mistreat their pets, have too many pets, don't pick up after their pets, let their cats out to kill birds – and those who spend all their time moaning about other people's pets. But the majority, who own pets with kindness and with social benefit, shouldn't have to be judged by the minority. specklefreckle We need dogs. They take us out, even in the rain. They help us to relax. They are true friends. It would be a sad world without them. Anne Meile I'd welcome a ban on the 'exotic pet' trade. Murdomania
The Guardian
3 days ago
- General
- The Guardian
Readers reply: Are there too many pets?
Are there too many pets? Pet ownership goes up and up, particularly dogs and cats. But how many is too many? Gene Leonard, London Send new questions to nq@ This needs to be qualified: 'There are too many pets … for people who dislike dogs so much they can't enjoy green spaces, cafes and other public areas.' rewilder As I get older, I find myself questioning pet ownership. A pet exists for the sole purpose of pleasing its owner, giving it comfort, pleasure and companionship but also putting it at risk of abuse, pain, displeasure and abandonment. They are bred (often conforming to a human-designed ideal) or captured in order to perform human-pleasing duties. So, yes, there are too many pets for their human masters. 02Dscythe This is probably true unless you live with a cat, in which case the roles are reversed. kiramango I think there are too many abandoned pets, too many pets in rescue, too many designer pets with health problems because of their breed standards and too many dogs tied up outside leading lonely, deprived lives. We have one rescued dog, who is adored. He is walked on a lead three times daily, enjoys off-lead time playing in the fully fenced back yard, is fed the best possible food and is treated like a member of the family in all ways. I love cats, but I also love birds; I wish people would keep their cats indoors to protect the birds. The worst problem in our world is too many irresponsible humans, not too many animals. MythKenner From an ecological point of view there are too many of everything associated with humans, so yes, there are definitely too many pets. I doubt there's an easy way to solve that, though. unclestinky There are certainly far too many people involved in the selling of mindless rubbish surrounding the keeping of animals at home. Cat and dog fashion, cosmetics, toys: too many containers of senseless junk being shipped around the world. There are way too many nonsense pet food brands as well: 'Delicious morsels lovingly selected and served with rosemary and green beans.' What? It's a pooch, or a moggy; it can't read, it doesn't understand infantile advertising slop and it's not Jay Rayner. Pets are for companionship, a haven from loneliness for many, also to assist in teaching children about caring, responsibility, kindness, life, death and how not to develop into cruel, selfish brutes who think only of themselves and the next fix of cheap entertainment. bricklayersoption How many is too many? Well, I did a house-sit with 17 cats and I can tell you, categorically: that's too many. (Now, I ask people to define 'a few cats'.) Leoned There are far too many dogs now. Every public space, outdoor and indoor, is overrun with them. It's time to reintroduce the dog licence at a realistic (high) level and set some rules and expectations around dog ownership, as there are currently none. So, one dog a household. On leads in all public spaces except enclosed dog fields, which would be funded by the licence fee. Breeding banned. Tougher rules on dangerous dogs. Some basic hygiene requirements on cafe and pub owners who allow dogs. Ownership banned if you fail to pick up dog mess – no excuses. This'll do for starters. Dennis1970 'Every public space, outdoor and indoor, is overrun with them'? They really aren't. And cafes and pubs already have to meet hygiene standards. And there are rules and expectations around dog ownership. You can argue they need strengthening, but saying there are none is just untrue. Oldhairynose Too many inconsiderate dog owners use those extending leads in public spaces and expect others to get out of the way or else trip over them, or let their dogs foul the public spaces they insist on using for their dog's toilet needs. Add to that letting poorly trained dogs off their leads and then saying: 'He won't hurt you, he just wants to play!' Sundaygal NYC has too many. The streets reek of dog urine and too many owners don't clean up faeces – especially in Brooklyn – so walking is a dangerous hopscotch around smears of festering mess. It can't be very friendly for the dogs, either, which are kept locked up most of the day, against their nature. 80xd35 Dogs are an environmental disaster, from the contamination of waterways from improperly disposed waste – and how long will it take for those plastic poo bags to degrade even if they're used properly? – to the harmful effects on wildlife. Dylan Dog ownership is shown to improve people's physical health, pet ownership improves mental health and many people socially benefit from pets. The frustration is those few who mistreat their pets, have too many pets, don't pick up after their pets, let their cats out to kill birds – and those who spend all their time moaning about other people's pets. But the majority, who own pets with kindness and with social benefit, shouldn't have to be judged by the minority. specklefreckle We need dogs. They take us out, even in the rain. They help us to relax. They are true friends. It would be a sad world without them. Anne Meile I'd welcome a ban on the 'exotic pet' trade. Murdomania
CNA
6 days ago
- CNA
CNA938 Rewind - #TalkBack: Loving your animal is one thing, but when is owning too many harmful to them?
A woman is facing 82 charges for keeping at least 79 dogs in a house - many of them miniature poodles - without proper licences or microchipping. When does pet ownership go too far? Lance Alexander and Daniel Martin speak with Ricky Yeo, President of animal welfare group Action For Singapore Dogs.
The Guardian
20-07-2025
- General
- The Guardian
Are there too many pets?
Are there too many pets? Pet ownership goes up and up, particularly dogs and cats. But how many is too many? Gene Leonard, London Post your answers (and new questions) below or send them to nq@ A selection will be published next Sunday.
Yahoo
17-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Veterinary Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) Market Research Report 2025-2034
Growth is driven by rising pet ownership, heightened focus on animal health, and technological advancements in veterinary care. The market is fueled by increased demand for veterinary medications addressing zoonotic diseases and advanced treatment options. Segmented by API type, anti-parasitics lead with significant growth, complemented by chemical-based APIs which dominate due to their cost-efficiency and therapeutic versatility. Companion animal care is thriving, projected to reach USD 10.7 billion by 2034. Regional analysis highlights North America as a key player, propelled by robust pet ownership and strong healthcare infrastructure. Major companies like AMGIS Lifescience, Boehringer Ingelheim, and Vetpharma drive innovation and expansion. Veterinary Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) Market Dublin, July 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Veterinary Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) Market Opportunity, Growth Drivers, Industry Trend Analysis, and Forecast 2025-2034" has been added to Global Veterinary Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) Market was valued at USD 7.9 billion in 2024 and is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 7.4% to reach USD 16 billion by 2034 This steady growth is largely fueled by increasing pet ownership, rising awareness about animal health, and advancements in veterinary technologies. Consumers are becoming more inclined to treat animals with the same level of healthcare they expect for themselves, which has directly impacted the demand for quality veterinary medications. The growing prevalence of zoonotic diseases has also intensified the urgency for reliable treatments, making veterinary APIs more crucial than ever in the development of safe and effective drugs. Veterinary APIs are core ingredients used to formulate medicines that treat, manage, or prevent diseases in animals. These ingredients are essential for both livestock and companion animals, serving a wide range of therapeutic applications. With the increase in global livestock production and pet adoption, there is a consistent need for high-quality APIs that meet regulatory benchmarks such as Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). APIs are cost-effective due to their compatibility with bulk production, ensuring price efficiency without compromising quality. They also allow pharmaceutical manufacturers to tailor drugs for specific species and dosage forms, including oral, injectable, and feed-based solutions. The flexibility, affordability, and high consistency of APIs make them integral to producing effective veterinary market is segmented by API type into anti-parasitics, anti-infectives, vaccines, biologics, hormones, anti-inflammatories, and other APIs. Among these, anti-parasitics dominated the market with a revenue of USD 2 billion in 2024 and are forecasted to reach USD 4.2 billion by 2034, recording a CAGR of 7.9%. The increasing incidence of parasitic diseases in animals, such as heartworms, fleas, and gastrointestinal infections, is driving the demand for targeted anti-parasitic treatments, which in turn pushes the need for robust and quality APIs in this on synthesis type, the market is categorized into chemical-based APIs, biological APIs, and highly potent APIs (HPAPIs). Chemical-based APIs held the largest share of 58.2% in 2024 due to their cost-efficiency, long shelf life, and ease of mass production. These APIs are widely used in treating a range of conditions like infections and inflammation and serve as the foundational building blocks for many veterinary drugs. Their pharmacological properties make them suitable for combination with other ingredients, enhancing their therapeutic efficacy. Continuous improvements in chemical synthesis technologies are also supporting the increased adoption of these APIs across various veterinary terms of animal type, the market is segmented into livestock animals and companion animals. The companion animals segment is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.6%, reaching USD 10.7 billion by 2034. This growth is attributed to the increasing trend of pet humanization and the willingness of pet owners to invest in preventive and therapeutic healthcare. Demand for advanced veterinary pharmaceuticals such as biologics, hormones, and anti-inflammatory drugs continues to rise as pet care becomes more specialized and market is further divided by service type into in-house manufacturing and contract outsourcing. In-house manufacturing held the largest market share at 55.3% in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 8.7 billion by 2034. This segment benefits from advantages like enhanced quality assurance, lower production costs, and faster time-to-market for drug development. Companies with in-house API production capabilities are better positioned to manage inventory and adjust to market demands quickly, giving them a competitive edge in the fast-evolving veterinary pharmaceutical North America accounted for the highest revenue of USD 3.1 billion in 2024 and is expected to climb to USD 6 billion by 2034, growing at a CAGR of 7.1%. The region's leadership is reinforced by widespread pet ownership, high awareness of animal health issues, and a strong veterinary healthcare infrastructure. The demand for premium-quality APIs continues to increase as more consumers seek advanced treatments for both pets and livestock, supporting North America's dominant position in the global players actively contributing to the market landscape include AMGIS Lifescience, Abino Pharma, BOC Sciences, Hikal, Huvepharma (Olon), Boehringer Ingelheim, Indukern Group, NGL Fine-Chem, Menadiona, Ofichem Group, Qilu Pharmaceutical, Sequent Scientific, Procyon Life Sciences, SUANFARMA, Vetpharma, and Veyx-Pharma. These companies are focused on strengthening their manufacturing capabilities, expanding their product portfolios, and meeting rising global demand for veterinary APIs. Key Attributes: Report Attribute Details No. of Pages 160 Forecast Period 2024 - 2034 Estimated Market Value (USD) in 2024 $7.9 Billion Forecasted Market Value (USD) by 2034 $16 Billion Compound Annual Growth Rate 7.4% Regions Covered Global Comprehensive Market Analysis and Forecast Industry trends, key growth drivers, challenges, future opportunities, and regulatory landscape Competitive landscape with Porter's Five Forces and PESTEL analysis Market size, segmentation, and regional forecasts In-depth company profiles, business strategies, financial insights, and SWOT analysis Drivers Rising pet ownership rate Growing initiative and awareness for animal health Growing technological advancements in drug formulations Rising incidence of zoonotic disease Expanding outsourcing services Challenges Stringent regulatory approval High R&D cost Company Profiles Abino Pharma AMGIS Lifescience BOC Sciences. Boehringer Ingelheim Hikal Huvepharma Indukern Group Menadiona NGL Fine-Chem Ofichem Group Procyon Life Sciences Qilu Pharmaceutical Sequent Scientific SUANFARMA Vetpharma Veyx-Pharma For more information about this report visit About is the world's leading source for international market research reports and market data. We provide you with the latest data on international and regional markets, key industries, the top companies, new products and the latest trends. Attachment Veterinary Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) Market CONTACT: CONTACT: Laura Wood,Senior Press Manager press@ For E.S.T Office Hours Call 1-917-300-0470 For U.S./ CAN Toll Free Call 1-800-526-8630 For GMT Office Hours Call +353-1-416-8900
