Pets

Pet funeral service providers in Hong Kong are calling for regulatory changes to allow animal ashes to be placed in the same niches as their owners.

17 Mwezi wa sita, 2026 Imeripotiwa na AI

A retired Chinese military dog handler has gained 5 million online followers by treating cats and dogs at low cost in a basic rural clinic.

At the CES 2026 show in Las Vegas, a new gadget called the PePeHola S1 caught attention for enabling owners to interact with their dogs from afar. The Wi-Fi-connected rubber ball lets users control it via remote or app, bridging distances for pet owners on the go. Still in beta, it promises to launch soon on Kickstarter.

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At CES 2026 in Las Vegas, Satellai's new AI-powered dog collar, the Collar Go, won CNET's Best of CES award in the pet tech category. The device uses artificial intelligence to monitor health indicators like movement, sleep, and behavior, aiming to detect potential issues early. This launch highlights a shift toward preventive pet care through data-driven insights.

Japan boasts the world's highest cremation rate, a practice now extending to beloved pets. In spring 2023, in Tokyo's Nakano Ward, American-born product manager Jordain Haley and British-born education consultant Margaret Jane bid farewell to their shared gray rabbit, Megalodon. Jane, away on business, said goodbye via video call.

26 Mwezi wa kumi na moja, 2025 Imeripotiwa na AI

GuauFest 2025, Chile's largest dog festival, will take place on December 6 and 7 at Parque Padre Hurtado. The event will feature over 20 immersive experiences, including agility zones, thematic pools, and adoption spaces. Founded by Romain de la Porte and Stephanie Ratinaud, it aims to promote animal welfare and responsible pet ownership.