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Researchers have analysed statistics in the USA about the frequency of dog bites. In an analysis of 69,525 cases in eight U.S. cities, the team found that dog bites increased 3 percent on days with high ozone pollution, 4 percent on days with higher temperatures, and 11 percent on days with elevated ultraviolet radiation, a marker of increased sunshine. Another possible impact of climate change?

The quote this month is from the wonderful Ricky Gervais, on kindness

The Racing Integrity Board's supplementary report (dated in March, released in May) is a literature review of closures that have happened in other countries. There are pros and cons for each option to close the industry. All can be managed with close supervision which the industry requires.

In the June edition of NZ Dog World, I tour the Old Friends Senior Dog Sanctuary in Mt Juliet, Tennessee. I love old dogs!

A report dated December 2022 was only released publicly on 23 May 2023. It's really not good news for NZ's greyhounds and animal welfare.

George Clooney on his senior dog, Einstein...

In the May edition of NZ Dog World, I discuss my visit to Smoky Mountain Service Dogs which trains service dogs for physically disabled veterans.

Sunday, 14 May 2023 is Mother's Day. In this post, I provide some perspective on what it takes to be a Dog Mum and why our society doesn't always value the role

Ricky Gervais is known for his support of animal welfare and this quote is an endorsement of adopt don't shop.

Greece's Ministry of Culture has announced that pets will soon be allowed into more than 120 archaeological sites across the country