Cats, dogs receive blessings in Japan as part of unique coming-of-age tradition

Pets took center stage at a Shinto shrine near Tokyo this week to receive blessings from priests in a tradition originally observed for chil...

Chinese police rescue 1000 cats headed for slaughter, sale as ‘pork’

Police in eastern China rescued over a thousand cats being transported to a slaughterhouse to then be killed and illegally sold as “pork,” “...

SF pet store owner looking to pass down 40-year-old shop for free under 1 condition

A San Francisco pet store owner is willing to pass down his beloved store to a new owner for free — but under one condition. Looking for tak...

Video: Xiaomi unveils 2nd-gen, AI-powered CyberDog that can do flawless skateboard backflips

Chinese conglomerate Xiaomi officially unveiled the next iteration of its robot dog companion last week. Pulling the covers: Xiaomi unveiled...

Balltze, beloved Shiba Inu behind ‘Cheems’ Doge meme, dies

Internet-famous Shiba Inu Balltze, widely known online as the Doge meme Cheems, passed away on Friday at the age of 12 while battling cancer...

Japan’s annual cat aptitude test opens its registration

Did you know that Japan has an annual test that can tell a person how well they know their feline friend? What it’s about: Known in Ja...

These AI-powered robotic pets from China are now for sale

Experts noted that while AI pets can provide companionship with minimal maintenance, they cannot replicate the intricate experiences that co...

Indian tech company brings in 4-legged new hire to boost paw-ductivity

Bijlee’s designation is revealed as the company’s official mascot and brand ambassador ...

A S. Korean dog meat farmer was convinced to surrender 200 dogs after 3 decades

What used to be filled with rusted and filthy cages, his property has now been transformed into a field filled with crops such as sweet pota...

Indonesian pet owners spend over $13,000 on their dogs’ wedding

A pair of dogs in Indonesia have gone viral on TikTok for their lavish wedding. What happened: On July 14, two Alaskan Malamutes named Jojo ...

Japanese researchers develop app that can detect pain in cats

Pet owners can access the app by signing up for an account using the company’s website ...

Elderly Malaysian man dies protecting his beloved dog from local pound catchers

An 85-year-old man in Malaysia died trying to prevent local pound dog catchers from taking his seven-year-old mixed-breed dog.  Law Sei Kiew...

Hong Kong hotel offers dim sum cart for dogs

A dog-friendly hotel in Hong Kong is offering up dim sum to canine companions traveling with their owners. While dog parents enjoy their buf...

Leopard caught on CCTV killing and dragging away pet dog from home in India

Shocking CCTV footage captured a stray leopard entering a village in Pune, India, to kill and drag away a resident’s pet dog.  The leopard w...

Investigation launched after man in China allegedly forced to eat feces after torturing cats to death

Chinese authorities have launched an investigation into a videoed attack on a man suspected of abusing his adopted cats to death and sharing...

Japanese pet cremators exposed for burning animals along with trash

Gorin Corp., a cremation services firm that provided subcontractors to Owari Hokubu Seien in the Japanese city of Inuyama, learned that the...

Your female dog may be judging you when you make mistakes, new study finds

A study from Kyoto University in Japan found that female dogs judge human competence and are more likely to approach those who are able to ...

Malaysian authorities investigating driver who was filmed dragging his dog alongside his moving car

A dog in Malaysia was filmed being dragged alongside a vehicle driven by its owner.  In the nine-second video clip, the dog appeared to walk...

Woman’s French bulldog stolen at gunpoint by two men in Oakland

A French bulldog was stolen at gunpoint on Friday in Oakland, Calif., and police are now searching for suspects. Holiday incident: Owner Han...

Over 100 kittens, puppies rescued from ‘blind boxes’ in latest bust of China’s ‘mystery box’ craze

Over 100 cats and dogs being sold in “mystery boxes” were rescued in Shanghai on Monday, igniting new discussions on animal welfare and post...

‘Stolen’ Dog at Market Asks for Rescue By Extending Paw to Passerby in China

A scruffy-looking dog chained in front of a meat market in China was able to escape certain death after seeking help from an animal lover.  ...

Drive-Through Pet Blessing Held in the Philippines

In line with COVID-19 quarantine policies, an annual pet blessing event in Quezon City, Philippines was held via drive-through for the first...

Good Dog Warns Girl to Turn Off TV and Do Homework When Parents Come Home

An untrained German Shepherd has gone viral on Chinese social media for acting as a lookout for his little human, Guanlin, so she could watc...

Hong Kong Warns Against Kissing Pets After Dog Confirmed to Have Coronavirus

Pet owners in Hong Kong have been warned against kissing their pets after a dog was confirmed with a case of coronavirus (COVID-19). The Hon...

Chinese Man Builds Ridiculous House for His Dogs With AC, Pool and Spa

A Chinese man has blown the minds of many viewers after building a luxurious 2-story house for his dogs.   ...

Meet the Asian Parents Who Initially Hated Pets But Are Now Pawsitively in Love

You probably begged your parents for a pet when you were growing up. Your classmates had a dog, a cat or even a hamster, but you were left t...

Parrot Gives Smooches to Little Taiwanese Girl in Adorable Video

A video of a little girl getting plenty of love and smooches from her pet parrot Mai Mai is melting hearts on the Internet. The adorable mom...

Woman Sings to Her Dog Before It Passes Away in Heartbreaking Viral Video

A video posted on Facebook has gone viral for showing a female pet owner singing to her dying pet dog as he takes his final breath. The clip...

Japanese Twitter Swears By This Bizarre Way to Find a Lost Cat, and It Involves Talking to Animals

A Japanese Twitter user recently shared a rather unconventional, unique, and allegedly effective method on how to get your lost cats back – ...

Man in China Allegedly Throws Pets Out the 21st Floor Apartment During Fight With Wife

Residents were shocked after finding dead bodies of a dog and a cat outside a residential high-rise in Chongqing, China Thursday last week. ...

Incredibly Loyal Dog Helps Push Disabled Man in a Wheelchair

A 7-month-old dog has gone viral after a video showing his undying loyalty to his disabled owner by helping him push his wheelchair through ...

Japanese Netizens Want Popular ‘Hamster’ YouTuber Arrested for Animal Abuse

A popular YouTuber in Japan sparked outrage among many Japanese netizens after releasing a video which shows the channel’s owner appar...

YouTuber Captures Horrifying Video of Dog Being Dragged By Car in Hawaii

A disturbing video showing a poor dog being dragged on a leash tied to a car for two blocks in Hawaii has recently resurfaced due to its hor...

Pet Owner Fights Dog Thief With a Machete After Flipping His Van Over

A pet owner in China managed to save his three dogs from a thief after he chased him down and flipped over his van, then continued to fight ...

Flight Attendant Spends $15,000 on Veterinarians to Save Beloved Dog

A Singaporean flight attendant trying to seek treatment for her sick dog reportedly spent 20,000 Singapore dollars ($15,000) after consultin...

There’s No Hiding Treats From This Brilliant, Fluffy Dog in South Korea

An adorable white powder puff of a pup from South Korea has been gaining a lot of love due to his innate cuteness, charisma, and amazing int...