Cyprus still falling short when it comes to animal welfare (Updated)
The Green Party said on Sunday that although Cyprus ratified the European Convention for the Protection and Welfare of Animals in 1993, little has been...
Animals
Police probe animal abuse, firecrackers at Paralimni school
Police have launched an investigation following complaints of animal abuse and use of firecrackers by pupils at the Paralimni lyceum to mark the start of...
Dealing with our pets during a heatwave
Does your pet have white ears and a short nose? Take extra care of them in the heat By Annette Chrysostomou Much has been written...
Animal activist completes first day living with shelter canines
David Reid says he is picking up doggie habits after his first 24 hours locked in a cage at Aradippou animal shelter, where he is...
New neutering law will bankrupt animal shelters, dissenting MPs tell plenum
The House plenum on Friday passed new regulations, which among other things provide that dogs must be neutered before they leave temporary shelters but some...
From unwanted stray to local celebrity
By Helen Ratcliffe Meet Rosie, the quad-biking dog who’s turning heads and stealing hearts in the Paphos region. Given a home by Steve Ingleby five...
Large number of poison baits found in rural areas, game service says
The game and wildlife service said on Wednesday it had found a large number of poison baits in rural areas of the Nicosia and Paphos...
Paws dog shelter host open day on Saturday
Paws dog shelter in Paphos will hold their annual open on Saturday and are hoping to raise much-needed funds to support the animals and also...
Hotels catering to animal-loving tourists
Working with animal welfare groups to help improve lives of stray cats and dogs By Bejay Browne Hotels are catering to animal-loving tourists by teaming...
Dangerous beasties invading Cyprus
By land, sea and air invasive species are entering Cyprus causing biodiversity loss and possibly endangering health By Annette Chrysostomou Authorities have been warned that...
Wildlife populations plummeting in face of human activity
Global wildlife populations have fallen by 60 per cent since 1970 as humans overuse natural resources, drive climate change and pollute the planet, a report...
Animal Party calls for creation of commissioner, more humane society
The Animal Party on Thursday called for the creation of a commissioner for the protection of animals to be filled by someone willing and able...
Larnaca sets up designated points for feeding stray cats
Larnaca municipality has designated certain points for the feeding of stray cats it announced on Wednesday, citing public health issues. In a written statement, the...
Animal party appeals for aid for Greece
The Animal Party said on Friday that there is great need in Greece for veterinary drugs and feed to care for injured animals affected by...
From rescue dog to palace pooch, Freed arrives at new home
President Nicos Anastasiades on Wednesday welcomed his new dog, Freed, at the presidential palace in Nicosia, and at the same time urged the public to...
Kouyialis issues decree on exotic animal imports
Agriculture minister Nicos Kouyialis on Thursday issued a decree prohibiting the importation of and trade in a wide range of wild animals and birds, a...
Melios, agriculture minister lock horns over animal sales
The furore surrounding the potential sale of animals – including a protected species – from the Melios Pet Centre deepened on Wednesday day as Agriculture...
Steps being taken to control stray dogs in Engomi
After calling on the mayor of Engomi to deal with a pack of stray dogs recently roaming the area, animal rights organisation PAWS said he...
Paphos zoo welcomes spate of new births, baby penguin the latest addition
PAPHOS Zoo has welcomed its first penguin birth after a considerable time, said chief curator Michael Pittas. The new Humboldt Penguin is two months old...
Contract extended for animal carcas disposal company
The contract of the current company that arranges for the disposal of animal carcasses which expired on Friday will be extended by three months to...
