Category: Pet News

Pet news for all pet owners in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Ras Al Khaimah, Sharjah, Ajman and Umm Al Quwain

Mar 22
A New Dog Park in Abu Dhabi – Explore Al Masar Park

A New Dog Park in Abu Dhabi in Khalifa City, Al Masar Park, has officially opened its doors to the public, and among its many features is a dedicated dog park. Spanning 14,000 square metres, the park offers modern facilities including playgrounds, trampolines, beach volleyball, badminton and basketball courts, a BMX cycle track, a 2.1km […]

Mar 13
The Search for Fudgy Continues: Updates on the lost Dog

It’s been almost two weeks since Fudgy, a rescue dog, went missing on February 26th at 7:30 PM after running away from his handler due to an unsecured collar. Despite the efforts of his owners and the community, Fudgy is still missing. However, there are some updates that may be helpful in finding him. Fudgy […]

Mar 11
From Tragedy to Triumph: The Story of Star, the Paralyzed Dog Who Found Hope

Meet Star, a one-year-old dog who has been through a lot in his short life. In November 2022, Star was hit by a car, leaving him with critical injuries. The accident exacerbated an old injury to his lumbar spine, causing total paralysis of his hind legs. Despite his injuries, Star remained a fighter, dragging himself […]

Mar 11
Shelter for 600 Animals in Need of Urgent Support – Animals and Us

Michelle, from Animals and Us shelter, has recently posted a heartfelt plea on social media for support in the midst of their shelter license renewal process. With over 600 animals currently in their care, a non-renewal of their license could mean that these animals will have no food or care, as Michelle’s savings and salary […]

Mar 09
Desperate Search for Fudgy: A Heartbreaking Story of a Lost Dog in Dubai

In recent days, the UAE pet community has rallied together to help locate Fudgy, a beloved husky mix who got off his leash and run away while he was about to come home from day care in Al Quoz. Fudgy is just over 2 years old and has a malinois in his mix. Since the […]

Mar 06
You Can Now Register at The Largest Dog Park and Swimming Pool in UAE

Looking for a new way to bond with your furry friend? Look no further than Pawsome Park, located in Ras Al Khaimah Welfare Center. Spread over a massive 7,000 square meters, this outdoor dog park is the largest in the UAE and offers a wide range of amenities that your pup is sure to love. […]

Feb 27
Hatta to have new pet friendly Cabins

Attention all pet owners and nature lovers! Get ready to pack your bags and head to the great outdoors because a new pet friendly cabins is opening next month in Hatta!  Nestled deep in the heart of the Hajar mountains, these cozy cabins are designed to give you and your furry friends the ultimate outdoor […]

Feb 23
This Musical Haven in Dubai is Offering a Discount to Dog Owners

Looking for a music center that welcomes you and your furry friend with open arms? Look no further than My Music Head in Dubai!  My Music Head Run by a pack of mad corgis named Nanuk, Jerry, and Yuka, this music center offers 15% off to all dog owners and even gives out treats to […]

Feb 23
68 Puppies In Need Of Love: Adopt A Little Angel Today

Are you looking for a furry friend to join your family? Look no further, because 68 puppies in need of love are waiting for their forever homes at Ras Al Khaimah Welfare Center! Read on to learn more about these adorable pups and how you can make one of them part of your home. Many […]

Feb 12
Monty the Lost Cat Returns Home after a 100-Day Search: A Story of Hope and Technology

After 100 days of being lost, Monty the cat has finally been reunited with his owners, the Appleby family in Khalifa City. The four-year-old rescue cat had gone missing along with two other cats after they were mistaken for strays and rounded up by pest controllers. We have wrote the story of Pawrents of 3 […]

Feb 11
Meet The World’s cutest dog and she is completely round

Meet Mohu, the Japanese Toy Poodle Taking the Internet by Storm as the Unofficially Crowned ‘World’s Cutest Dog’ Fans worldwide can’t get enough of Mohu, the 6-year-old fluffy and spherical pooch from Osaka. Despite her mature and slow-paced demeanor, she’s captured the hearts of tens of thousands of adorers. Her owner, Nanae, is often left […]

Feb 11
This Dubai Rescue Cat is living the American Dream on Instagram

Meet Benson, the gray tabby cat who has taken the internet by storm. With over 251,000 Instagram followers, this photogenic feline has become a pet influencer sensation under the handle “a_street_cat_named_benson.” From his fierce looks to his high-fashion wardrobe, Benson “does quite well for himself financially,” according to his owner, pet influencer Zoe Mansuri. Benson’s […]

Feb 11
Pet Parents Embark on a $100K Round-the-World Journey with their Four-Legged Friends in a Private Jet

“Flying High with Our Furry Friends: A Couple’s $100K Journey Around the World with 10 Other Pet Owners” Embark on an unforgettable journey with Melanie and Albert Demi, who fulfilled their dream of traveling the world with their three dogs – a golden retriever, dachshund mix, and a Great Dane. “We planned our own charter […]

Feb 11
German Dog Trainer Sets New World Record with Impressive 14-Dog Conga Line

A German dog trainer and his talented canines have created history by forming the world’s largest conga line. Wolfgang Lauenburger led his 14 dogs, named Bibi, Cathy, Charly, Elvis, Emma, Filou, Fin, Jennifer, Katie, Maya, Simon, Speck, Susy, and Ulf, in setting a new world record. This achievement surpassed his daughter Alexa’s previous record of […]

Feb 11
Golden Retriever Brings Joy with Canine Cuisine Delivery Service

A delightful video featuring a golden retriever named Lily has captured the hearts of animal lovers everywhere. As the resident “treat delivery specialist” for the Original Dog Treat Truck Company, Lily brings smiles to faces as she delivers healthy and delicious snacks for her furry friends. Lily’s owners, Michael and Tanya Ludden, founded the food […]

Feb 05
You’ve never seen 2 Dobermans trained so well

Dobermans are widely known for their fearless and vigilant demeanor, which makes them excellent protection dogs. But have you ever seen a softer side to this breed? Katya Slomova, a talented dog trainer, has two Dobermans that will surprise you with their obedience and gentle nature. In this video, you’ll witness these two well-trained dogs […]

Feb 05
Meet Bear, a Border Collie knows all his 52 toys by name

This border collie Bear has been trained to recognize and fetch 52 different toys by name on command, earning him a massive following on social media.  Clever Border Collie Bear Bear’s owner, a woman from North Carolina, has been training him since he was a puppy and has documented his progress online.  With his impressive […]

Feb 04
Rescued to a Royal Life: The Story of Koko”

Koko’s story of being rescued from abuse and finding a new life of love and kindness is being published by Austin Macauley Publishers and written by Amirah William. The story of Koko, who was shot, beaten, had her eye gouged out, and dumped, has been widely followed since her rescue by the Stray Dogs Center […]

Feb 04
Family Reunited with Missing Dog After Nearly Six Years

A family in Rayton, Missouri was overjoyed to be reunited with their missing dog Little Buddy, a Jack Russell Terrier mix, after he went missing for nearly six years. Little Buddy was adopted by Brian Gilpatrick from a rescue in 2017, but disappeared from their home a few years later. Despite the years that passed, […]

Feb 04
Taylor Swift’s Cat Olivia: The World’s Third Richest Pet Worth $97 Million

Taylor Swift’s Cat Olivia, has made headlines as the world’s third richest pet with a net worth of 97 million dollars. From designer outfits to private jets, Olivia lives a life of luxury, but her success extends beyond just her lavish lifestyle. The Life of a Celebrity Cat Olivia is not just any ordinary pet, […]

Feb 04
Deaf Puppy Astonishes Veterinarians by Learning Sign Language in Record Time

A deaf puppy has amazed veterinarians and animal behavior experts by learning sign language in a matter of weeks. The puppy, who was adopted from a shelter by a family in the United States, has been able to understand and respond to basic commands using American Sign Language (ASL). The Puppy’s Remarkable Ability to Learn […]

Feb 04
The Oldest Living Cat: Flossie’s Incredible Journey to World Records

Flossie, the oldest living cat in the world, has officially been awarded the Guinness World Record for her incredible longevity. At the ripe age of 19 years and 9 months, Flossie continues to amaze cat lovers and animal experts alike. Born in 2002, Flossie has lived through several presidents, multiple global events, and has seen […]

Feb 03
Bobi the dog sets a new world record for being the oldest dog ever

Bobi, a mixed breed dog from the United Kingdom, has recently made headlines for being officially recognized as the oldest dog ever by the Guinness World Records. At an astonishing age of 30 years old, Bobi has surpassed the previous record holder by two years, and has become an inspiration for pet owners around the […]

Jan 28
Latest Updates on Chance the Dog Got Shot in Fujairah

Yesterday we wrote about a horrible story of a dog got shot in Fujairah and we wanted to share the latest updates on Chance as Animals & Us Fujairah are still waiting to hear from the vet You can read the full story here: Dog Shot in Fujairah: Community Outraged and Demands Justice These x […]

Jan 27
Dog Shot in Fujairah: Community Outraged and Demands Justice

It is with a heavy heart that we report yet another senseless act of animal cruelty in our community. The team at Animals & Us Fujairah received a distress call about a dog shot multiple times in broad daylight outside a shop in Fujairah.  According to eyewitnesses, the dog, who was known to frequently sit […]

Jan 25
Support a Cause and Celebrate your Birthday at Ras Al Khaimah Animal Welfare Center

Are you looking for a unique way to celebrate your kid’s birthday while supporting a cause and helping stray dogs? Look no further than the Ras Al Khaimah Animal Welfare Center!  About Rak Animal Khaimah Welfare Center ​​The Ras Al Khaimah Animal Welfare Centre (RAK AWC) is a government-sponsored nonprofit organization. In the past, they […]

Dec 09
Abu Dhabi Cat Owners Plead for help

Pawrents of 3 – Blacky, Monty, and Winnie has been desperately looking for their furrbabies since October as they have suddenly been missing after the municipality has received a complaint from a neighbor wherein dusty paw prints where seen at a newly washed car. With the Christmas season closing in, they really want to be […]

Nov 13
Lovely Kitties Seen at a Meeting of the Rulers of UAE

There was a meeting between the Ruler of UAE HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and the Ruler of Dubai HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid. They met at Al Marmoom in Dubai to discuss the future of the nation. Wherein videos from the meeting show a cute little kitten sitting between the two rulers who seem […]

Nov 13
A New Platform for your Pet Needs is Here!

Have you ever wished there was a one-stop shop for all your pet needs? A place where you could find everything from food and toys? Well, your prayers have been answered. Say hello to Meow Howl, where you can find everything you need for your furry friend all in one place.  About Meow Howl For […]

Nov 09
The Winter Garden is here!

Have you heard? The Winter Garden is here at Habtoor City. With winter upon us and Christmas soon approaching, the team at The Winter Garden has been busy planning and decorating for the holiday season. The leaves have all fallen, the snow has arrived, and the Christmas lights are up. The Winter Garden is a […]

Oct 03
Pet Friendly Expo City

Are you looking for a new pet friendly place to explore and hang around with your doggos? Great news – Expo city is now open and a dog-friendly place as well!! Expo 2020 may have ended, but the expo city is still standing and there’s still a lot for you see and soak your eyes […]

Sep 24
Etihad Announces Changes to their Pet Fares

Are you planning to travel with your doggos? Etihad Airways is adjusting its pricing to pet fares that you should consider… Starting 15th October, Etihad will be implementing a hike on their pet travel fares as mentioned below. New Etihad Pet Fair **Source Etihad Airways website – link This fare change is not applicable to […]

Aug 25
Pet Sale Scam Leads to Fine and Jail

From pets getting lost, kidnapped or stolen, there’s a pet sale scam going on wherein people are selling dogs online! These people are taking advantage of the fact that people are looking for a lovable and loyal companion. The case that has been filed from June 2021, sees a victim of a dog trading scam, […]

Aug 25
Lucky was Saved after Getting Shot Multiple Times

What ever happened to a dog being a man’s best friend? It’s just sad when pets that are supposed to be showered with love are being shot multiple time or being left out in the heat and being abandoned. A dog that was found in the premises of a cafeteria in Al Dhaid was spotted, […]

Aug 19
Help Find Peaches!

Missing a part of your family is hard especially for pet owner Nadine who has been desperately searching for her dog Peaches that has been missing from April 28. Nadine Ghandour, has been asking for help to find her missing. The dog, named “Peaches”, was last seen on April 28, around Living Legends/Barari/Kao/Majan area. They’ve […]

Aug 17
Your furry friend is waiting for you at Abu Dhabi Animal Shelter

Are you based in Abu Dhabi and looking for a lovely addition to your family? Abu Dhabi Animal Shelter (ADAS) has lots of doggies waiting to be brought to their furrever home. About Abu Dhabi Animal Shelter (ADAS) The shelter was established on 15th April, 2010 following the decision of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council […]

Aug 11
Animals and Us, Fujairah – How Can you help?

It was a nice break from the summer heat when the UAE had some rain showers – but it turned into quite a predicament when it started flooding especially for a shelter like Animals and Us Fujairah. On June 28, as floodings were rising in Fujairah – it was unbearable for the team to see […]

Aug 11
Be a responsible pet owner – warns Dubai authority!

With the previous case of the Husky that was left out in the heat for apparently more than 24 hours – Dubai municipality has put together a committee to investigate the Husky’s case. As the summer heat is barely bearable for humans, how else would these poor dogs have felt being left outside with no […]

Aug 07
A doggo has been left out in the Summer Heat!

Every now and then, there comes a reckless pet owner who does something to put their furrbabies in jeopardy. With the Dubai Heat still going strong, it’s hard to believe how anyone can leave a poor pup out in this heat on the balcony without shade or water. Stray Dogs Center has recently shared a […]

Aug 04
Are you ready for some Pawcation?

The perfect staycation is not just about the destination, but also about the company. With the Dubai summer heat subsiding a pawcation is the perfect idea! Hotel Indigo has recently partnered up The Pet Shop – dubaipetfood.com, who are the leading retailers for pet items, to give you and your fur babies an unforgettable pawcation. […]

Aug 02
Abused Stray Dog Adopted by Sheikha Latifa bin Ahmed

Setting an example for the nation, the princess is caring for a mixed-breed stray dog that has been through a lot – from being abandoned, beaten and overbred. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The voice, of the voiceless (@bubbles.petsrescue) Stray Dog Rescue A dog named Midnight has been taken in by […]

Jun 11
Travel with your Pets via Etihad Airways

Passengers onboard Etihad Airways can take small pets in cabin, to and via the UAE. Initial reports suggest that Etihad Airways has introduced a new programme that allows you to travel with your Pets via Etihad Airways into the cabin. Some residents in the UAE are considering their options for travelling with their furry friends […]

May 15
Warning for Dog Owners of a Fatal Distemper Outbreak

Local vets warn of deadly outbreak of canine disease distemper in the UAE After outbreaks of distemper, people are being urged not to go out and have their dogs socialize. Veterinarians are telling dog owners to get their pets vaccinated to prevent the spread of this disease. Many pet owners across Dubai have been diagnosing […]

May 11
Noisy Pets Could Land You a Fine of AED 500!

Does your pet cry when you leave the house or make noises when they hear someone at the door? Did you know that you could get yourself a fine for noisy pets? Property Developer, Emaar has issued a notice to residents in Dubai Hills. The notice reminds residents of the pet guidelines and regulations to […]

Apr 23
Dubizzle Verifies Registered Animal Shelters Classifieds Listings

Dubizzle is trying to encourage safe pet adoption after a surge in illicit sales on the online marketplace. Registered animal shelters can get free certified accounts which will hopefully create incentives for adopting animals online. Security systems have been upgraded as well to prevent users from clicking on malicious links, which result in them being […]

Apr 09
Animals and Us Shelter Needs Your Help

With the summer fast approaching, most of the shelters are in dire need of your help with lots of dogs and cats being dumped in the streets or being left at the gates or in the vicinity of the shelters. We are shedding some light on how to help Animals and Us Shelter. What is […]

Apr 01
55 Shelter Dogs need your Help!

Ras Al Khaimah Animal Welfare Center are in desperate need of help. They’ve been flooded with 55 shelter dogs that have no where to go,  With the shelter being at full capacity they are asking the pet community for help. If you can open up your homes to foster one of these poor souls just […]

Mar 05
Rat Poison, harming Pets in a Residential Community in Dubai

A Dubai resident has shared their story to Lovin Dubai that’s quite alarming – pets are getting ill after they found rat poison in their community. They had no idea why the animals were falling ill until they discovered the rat poison. Rat poison is very dangerous for your pets and should be positioned that […]

Mar 05
Rescued Dogs NFTs in UAE

NFTs are a new form of crypto collectibles which could be used as donations, rewards or even currency in the near future! And Stray Dogs Center are launching their own collection “Rescued Doggos UAE”. Stray Dogs Center UAQ is a non profit organization that provides long term shelter and care to abandoned, surrendered or stray […]

Feb 26
Grace Found a Home with HH Sheikh Hamdan

There are many cases of dog abuse in the UAE. Some people have been found to be throwing stones at dogs, hitting them with sticks, and stepping on them. These are not isolated incidents and have been reported by the media. Who wouldn’t remember the horrific news of a dog that has suffered bullet wounds […]

Feb 24
Etihad Cargo launches “Forever Home”

This expansion takes Forever Home’s existing animal welfare and conservation policies one step further, committing to identifying and implementing actions to help prevent illegal wildlife trade and promote responsible sustainable tourism which makes local communities stronger. With the new Forever Home initiative, Etihad Cargo has taken another step towards animal welfare by more than doubling […]

Jan 07
Furr Balls Animal Welfare is Closing Down

With just the first week in to the new year, sadly @furrballs_dogs has announced that they will be closing down its doors due to insufficient funds and the lack of staff to facilitate the proper care required for the doggos under their care. They are now prioritizing to foster or find forever homes for all […]

Dec 11
Animal Violence: Dog Shot 10 times in Ajman

It’s not the first incident where stray dogs have been abused and with all of the shelters and rescue groups trying to do their part and saving each and every life that comes into their attention, we should too! Just today, Ras Al Khaimah Animal Welfare Centre has shared the news wherein a dog that […]

Dec 07
Animal Therapy for Abuse Victims in Dubai

Animals are not just meant for company. They also help people with emotional trauma by providing physical and emotional support. Did you know that animal therapy is now available for victims of abuse in Dubai? With the joint collaboration of Dubai Foundation for Women and Children and Dubai Police’s K-9 unit. Animal therapy is the […]

Nov 25
UAE Updates List of Banned Dog Breeds

The UAE is known for its strict regulations on dog breeds and owners, which means that there are a few specific dog breeds that are generally not allowed in the country. In this article, we list the banned dog breeds in the UAE so that you can be aware of them and make sure that […]

Nov 23
Amazon now offers Pet Services in UAE

Providing convenience through Amazon’s Platform is only the beginning. They now also provide a wide range of pet services to make sure your pet is always happy and healthy. Services that they offer: Pet vaccination at home Pet check up at home Grooming Pet sitting Pet boarding They also have offers going right now for […]

Nov 15
Your Pet Can Now Travel With You on Etihad Airways

Attention pet owners, this just might be your biggest pet news yet! Etihad Airways has now updated its regulations on traveling with your pets onboard, so you can bring your furry friends with you on your next vacation. You can pay to bring your cat or dog on board Etihad-operated flights. All other pets must […]

Sep 17
Lost and Found Pets in UAE

Losing a pet is like losing a family member. In PETWITHIT, we help pet owners who lost their pets or good people who found lost pets to list an ad for free. We have listed some of the lost and found pets in UAE hoping this will help reunite them with their pet parents. What […]