Pets

Illegal tortoises offered for sale in Singapore on TikTok and Telegram

Those found guilty of illegally importing such species into Singapore can face severe penalties, including fines of up to $100,000 per specimen.

Till death do us bark: Pets serve as witnesses at Ecuador weddings

Pet owners show the symbolic marriage certificate with their pet’s “signature” after their wedding at the central civil registry office in Quito on July 7.

Hong Kong welcomes dogs into restaurants, to delight of pet owners

Dog owners Magic Wong (right) and Anny Li eat lunch with their pet corgis at the dog friendly restaurant Harbourview Grill.

Celeb Pawrents

Actor Herman Keh never expected to cry in front of his mum – all for a dog

Actor Herman Keh and his dog Skippy, a one-year-old Parson Russell terrier.

Cat fosterers to be allowed up to six cats in HDB flats under pilot scheme

Alvin Tan, Minister of State for National Development and Trade and Industry, (third from left) joins visitors as they admire a cat at the Cat’s Day Out on July 18, 2026.

Child-free millennials are spending their money on dog travel

More hotels are stepping up to meet the modern family by providing canine-inclusive luxury services.

Vet Talk

Thinking of getting a pet rabbit? Here’s what you should know

Dr Cathy Chan with a rabbit patient.

Forum: Pet festival should champion methods based on modern science and evidence

Should workers get bereavement leave to mourn pets?

A small but growing number of South Korean companies now offer pet bereavement leave, reflecting the rise of pets as family members.

Shelter Star of the Month: Orrie the affectionate Singapore Special

Orrie, a seven-year-old Singapore Special, is looking for a forever home.

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