(ANIMAL NEWS) Michael Jarboe received devastating news when he learned his Neapolitan Mastiff Bam Bam did not survive their cross-country United Airlines flight. Upon landing in San Francisco, Jarboe learned his dog died from a heart attack, which is believed to have been induced by extreme heat and improper care. Read on to learn about this devastating loss and future implications. — Global Animal
(ANIMAL CARE) Today, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey approved plans to build a new $32 million animal care facility at John F. Kennedy International Airport. The facility—meant for flyers who want their pets spruced up before a flight or taken care of during a long trip—will provide kenneling, grooming, and other services for an estimated 70,000 domestic and wild animals per year. Not only will the facility cater to domestic pets like dogs and cats, but it will also feature a quarantine area for horses, an aviary, lawn space, a veterinary hospital, and rehabilitation center. Read on for more on JFK Airport’s grand plans. — Global Animal
(SMART ANIMALS) Everyday hundreds of passengers get on the Moscow Metro. The surprising part is that many of them are dogs. The strays are seeking shelter, warmth, and food. Most homeless dogs in Russia, around 35,000, keep away from people. But others have figured out ways of how to best navigate the city to their advantage. They take the metro to office buildings at lunch time, where they have good chances of getting some food scraps. The Russian dogs also have other advanced techniques for getting food. The ones that travel in packs have been spotted sending out the smaller, “cuter,” dogs to beg for food, knowing they might have more luck than the bigger ones. Read on to learn about other cases of traveling animals. — Global Animal
(PET TRAVEL) Over the years, the question of whether animals are safe to fly has been a hot topic. Some claim the rules are not strict enough, especially as these incalculable deaths on aircrafts go unreported. Recently, though, the Department of Transportation has responded to a petition that addresses these issues. Read on to learn more about how you can help change these deceiving regulations and simultaneously provide a more safe environment for our pets. — Global Animal
(BOOK REVIEW) Steve Dale, syndicated columnist, TV, radio, and podcast host, and a long-time animal advocate, answers these questions in his two new books, “Good Cat!” and “Good Dog!” Both ebooks are more than worth their $3 price tags—for the price of an iPad app you can start shaping up your pet’s attitude today. — Global Animal
(PET CARE) Do you struggle with taking your pet to the vet? Want to you make your next visit stress-free? Read on for seven tips on how to make a trip to the vet easier for both you and your pet. — Global Animal
(JACK THE MISSING CAT) Volunteers will gather today at JFK airport to hold Jack the Cat Awareness Day. After going missing in the airport seven weeks ago, Jack has yet to be found. We urge Global Animals in the NYC area to attend Jack the Cat Awareness Day at JFK airport today. Read on more info information about Jack and the event. — Global Animal
(PET TRAVEL) — Several airlines have recently banned short-faced breeds of dogs and cats from their airlines. These pets are susceptible to breathing problems heightened by stress from travel and extreme heat, with several dogs dying during flights over the past several years. Although the ban has allowed a specialty service for some private airlines to safely fly these breeds, veterinarians and pet guardians are stuck in a gridlock debate whether pets should fly at all. Must our snub-nosed friends be outlawed from most air travel? Read on to learn more about this controversial issue. — Global Animal
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