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Chihuahua killed and woman injured in attack by two XL bully-type dogs in Glasgow | UK News

A chihuahua has been killed and a woman was injured by two XL bully-type dogs in Glasgow.

Police Scotland has launched an investigation and is now trying to trace the owner of the offending animals.

The force said it received a report of the dogs attacking a 25-year-old woman and her pet chihuahua in Finnart Street on Monday afternoon.

Finnart Street, Glasgow
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Finnart Street, Glasgow

The canine died in the incident and the woman was left with a wound on her back but did not require any medical treatment.

The attack happened between 4.20pm and 4.35pm.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Inquiries are ongoing to establish the exact circumstances of the incident and trace the owner of the two XL bully-type dogs.”

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The incident came after Holyrood introduced XL bullying safeguards in Scotland.

The first phase, mirroring legislation brought in by Westminster, came into force on 23 February.

The breed must be kept on a lead and muzzled when out in public. Selling, breeding, abandoning or giving the dogs away is also now illegal.

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bSerene Debuts Industry-Leading Calming Product Line for Pets

Featuring a comprehensive lineup of on-demand therapies, round-the-clock support and portable solutions for cats and dogs.

PARKER, CO / ACCESSWIRE / March 20, 2024 / bSerenTM, a trailblazer in pet calming, proudly introduces the most comprehensive lineup of calming solutions for cats and dogs, revolutionizing how pet owners address stressors in their beloved companions. Recognizing that every pet experiences stress differently, bSereneTM offers a groundbreaking calming collection that features a range of targeted and specific products that can be layered and combined to create a customized calming solution that works for your unique furry friend.

bSerene Launches New Calming Products
bSerene Launches New Calming Products
bSerene, a trailblazer in pet calming, proudly introduces the most comprehensive lineup of calming solutions for cats and dogs.

“As pet owners, we understand that calming solutions, unfortunately, are not one size fits all,” said Michele Crowley, Senior Vice President of Marketing at H&C Animal Health, the owner of bSereneTM. “With our expanded line of calming products, we aim to empower pet owners to support their pets’ emotional health effectively with tailored solutions that address the unique needs of their pets.”

Nearly three-quarters of dogs display stress-related behaviors, according to a 2020 study, highlighting the

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PAL, Jasper County Sheriff offer free vaccines for pets – The Island News – Beaufort, SC

From staff reports

Palmetto Animal League and the Jasper County Sheriff’s Office are teaming up to provide a free Pet Vaccination Clinic on Saturday, March 23, providing core vaccines for cats and dogs.

“Cats and dogs are eligible to receive their basic yearly boosters, which protect them against common diseases,” said PAL President Amy Campanini. “It’s just as important for pets to get their annual vaccinations as it is for people.”

PAL is offering free 1-year rabies and DHPP dog vaccinations and free 1-year rabies and FVRCP cat vaccinations Saturday, March 23 from 10 am to 1 pm at the Jasper County Sheriff’s Office Main Office, located at 12008 North Jacob Smart Blvd. in Ridgeland.

“Offering a vaccination clinic on Saturday helps those who find it difficult to take time off work,” Campanini explained in a news release. “PAL is fortunate to be able to provide this opportunity to the public as the free vaccines are made possible through a generous grant from Petco Love.”

The vaccination clinic will take place rain or shine. Cats must be in a carrier and dogs must be leashed.

Free pet vaccinations will be administered on a first come, first served basis for 3

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Getting a cat or dog? Here’s how much pet ownership costs in Canada – National

Even as overall inflation has eased in recent months, it is getting more expensive to own a pet in Canada.

New data published Tuesday by Rover.com shows that the cost of having a cat or dog has surged compared with last year.

The increase can be attributed to the price of pet food and supplies, which rose by 2.1 per cent year-over-year in February, according to the latest inflation data released by Statistics Canada on Tuesday.

“There are definitely inflationary pressures that are facing pet parents in Canada these days, driven by the rising costs of pet food (and) veterinary care,” said Rebecca Greenstein, chief veterinarian of Kleinberg Veterinary Hospital in Ontario.

Supply chain difficulties and an increased demand for premium pet foods have made feeding pets more expensive in Canada, Greenstein, who is also the veterinary medical advisor for Rover.com, told Global News in an interview.

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On top of that, Canadian pet owners are also grappling with soaring veterinary bills due to staffing shortages and an increase in medicine prices, she said.

“Owning a pet is a significant financial undertaking, and many people will underestimate that, particularly the cost of emergency care.”


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