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Hats off to Bomba’s K9 Unit 

‘Dogs come into our lives to teach us about love, they depart to teach us about loss. A new dog never replaces an old dog; it merely expands the heart.’ – American novelist, Erica Jong  USUALLY, I am not sentimental and do not cry easily. But last Thursday, tears came to my eyes unexpectedly when I […]

The true essence of dog ownership

BY SHERYL TAN JIA YI Unveiling a world of joy and companionship Picture this: You come across a Facebook picture of a puppy gazing at you affectionately, tugging at your heartstrings, and wordlessly begging, “Bring me home.” The next thing you know, you find yourself eagerly navigating through the aisles of your local pet shop, […]

Minister urges owners to share responsibility for pets’ wellbeing

KUCHING: Datuk Seri Dr Stephen Rundi Utom has stressed the importance of collective responsibility among pet owners to ensure the wellbeing and health of their pets. The Minister for Food Industry, Commodity and Regional Development said that pet owners who could not afford medical expenses for their pets should be assisted from time to time. […]

Goodbye, Collossus

I had to euthanize my dog today. Colossus entered our lives right after my divorce, eight years ago. It was just the three of us: my daughter, son, and me, all reeling from the shock of having our lives torn apart and experiencing a significant shift in dynamics. We had a large house that suddenly […]

Uniting pet owners, vets for tail-wagging care

KUCHING: The great Indian lawyer, Mahatma Gandhi once said, “The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated.” In a world that sometimes feels chaotic, pets offer an unwavering source of love, companionship  and support. The bond between a human and a furry friend is […]

MBKS continues collaboration with SSPCA to promote responsible pet ownership

KUCHING: The Kuching South City Council (MBKS) is eager to extend its partnership with the Sarawak Society for the Prevention of Cruelty To Animals (SSPCA) to continue raising awareness and educating the public on responsible pet ownership. MBKS mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng said their collaboration with the NGO has been instrumental in addressing issues […]

Be responsible and don’t dump your pets

KUCHING: Pet owners are told to be responsible to take care of their pets and not dump them if they had fallen sick or are no longer adorable. Kuching South City Council (MBKS) mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng said that lately, the council had received a number of applications from the public who wanted to […]

Love all life

The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated. – Mahatma Gandhi, Indian anti-colonial nationalist and political ethicist When I was a little girl, I used to be very disturbed by the plight of animals I saw around me. Puppies and kittens were constantly abandoned […]

Have you vaccinated your dogs against rabies?

‘Early vaccination against rabies can save lives.’ – Minister for Public Health, Housing and Local Government Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian –   My friends, have you vaccinated your dogs against rabies this year? If your dogs have been vaccinated before but not this year, perhaps it is time to send them to the […]

Healthy pets are happy pets

The health and wellbeing of their pets is a priority for many pawparents. From good food, supplements and welfare, pet owners of the era ensure their pets are treated with love and care. Nutritious homemade meals for your furkids Many pet owners nowadays emphasise the importance of giving a well-balanced, nutritious diet for their pets. […]