Nearly half of rabies infection from pet dogs: Dr Sim

KUCHING: A total of 78 Sarawakians have been infected with rabies in the past seven years with almost half of them contracting infections from their own pet dogs. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian in revealing this, said 38 cases involved infections from bites by their pet dogs while 20 cases were due […]

Join ‘Wiggle Waggle Walk’ on Oct 14

KUCHING: The Sarawak Society for the Prevention of Cruelty To Animals (SSPCA) is organising a ‘Wiggle Waggle Walk’ (WWW) at the Kuching South City Council (MBKS) Hokkien Garden on October 14. This community event, scheduled from 8 am to 9 am, is an opportunity to celebrate the special bond between pets and their owners. All […]

Cat lovers showcase pets at competition

KUCHING: Kuching North City Hall (DBKU) has attracted cat enthusiasts to the capital city. North City Hall-Cat Fanciers’ Association (DBKU-CFA) International Cat Show was held at Arcum Tent, Majma Mall here yesterday. Cat owner Emelia Joseph, 38, from here shared with New Sarawak Tribune her excitement on her first ever participation in such an event. […]

APM rescues trapped pet dog

MIRI: The Civil Defence Force (APM) does not confine its tasks to only rescue duties, providing protection, and humanitarian services during disasters and emergencies. This morning (Jan 10) the Miri Civil Defence Force (APM) helped save a dog stuck in the front gate of a house in Jalan Lim Chee Hian, here. Officer in-charge Lt […]

Things to consider before buying a rabbit

KUCHING: Many families are looking at getting live bunnies to usher in the Lunar Year of the Water Rabbit which is fast approaching, A rabbit will make a great pet and companion and can bond very well with one’s family if they understand its nature and habits. However, Sarawak Society for the Prevention of Cruelty […]

Rabies can also infect cats

LIMBANG: Not many feline owners are aware that their pets are also at risk of being infected by rabies. Limbang District Council chairman Sufian Mohat said cat owners must understand that not only dogs get rabies. “That is why the council, Cat Rescue Club and Department of Veterinary Services are organising the rabies awareness programme […]

Finding a lost puppy

If a dog will not come to you after having looked you in the face, you should go home and examine your conscience. – Woodrow Wilson, 28th US President I was very distressed when I lost my four-month-old puppy, Bailey, for almost an hour recently. Although it was only an hour, it seemed like ages. […]

War hero out of scoffed mongrel

All his life he tried to be a good person. Many times, however, he failed. For after all, he was only human. He wasn’t a dog. – Charles M. Schulz, American cartoonist Dog shows in the got talent series such as Britain Got Talent (BGT) and America Got Talent (AGT) are enthralling events. They are […]

Exotic Encounter

Exotic animals have gained popularity in recent years as many people have opted against the cute and cuddly in favour of something a lot more interesting. At Kho Animals Enterprise, there are over 80 different species of wildlife, each with their own unique traits. Exotic animals do make good pets Keeping, rearing, and exhibiting exotic […]

Cat lovers also feeling pinch as pet food prices go up

By Siti Nurain Ratani KUCHING: Are cat lovers still willing to spend a certain amount of money to buy pet food even though the price of goods has skyrocketed? With Malaysian food inflation expected to increase due to rising global commodity prices, disruptions in the domestic supply chain as well as the depreciation of the […]