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Senator: ‘Public Have Seen Very Little Action’
“I am hopeful that in the coming weeks we will finally get some movement on this critical issue before another person or beloved pet is attacked by an out-of-control dog,” Opposition Senate Leader Robin Tucker said. Senator Tucker said, “Last Wednesday in the Senate, the Junior Minister of Home Affairs, Senator Lindsay Simmons, responded... Read more of this article
New US CDC Measures For Dogs Effective Aug 1
The Ministry of Home Affairs advised the public that effective August 1, 2024, the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention [CDC] will implement new border protection measures to reduce the risk of rabies-infected dogs entering the USA. A Government spokesperson said, “The USA continues to view Bermuda as a low-risk jurisdiction,... Read more of this article
City Urges Dog Owners To Clean Up
The City of Hamilton is reminding dog owners to please pick up after their pet, saying it is “disheartening when we hear reports of people’s encounters with dog waste on our streets.” A spokesperson said, “It is an offence under the Dogs Act 2008 not to clean up after your dog, and offenders will be liable to fines. Subject to subsections... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Bermy Barkus Dog Parade
The Bermy Barkus Dog Parade took place today [Feb 11] in Dockyard, inspired by the dog parade held during Mardi Gras in New Orleans. PadsPass, who organised the event, previously said, “For February’s Yappy Hour, we’re bringing the spirit of the Big Easy to Bermuda with a dog costume parade.” Related Stories Photos,... Read more of this article
Robin Tucker: ‘We Need Solutions And Action’
“Why hasn’t Minister Roban shared with the public why new changes to the law regarding dangerous dogs are yet to be implemented?” Opposition Senate Leader Robin Tucker asked. Senator Tucker said, “For several years, the public has been hearing pledges from Minister Roban that legislation will be tabled to help address the increasing... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Brew Bermuda ‘Santa Paws’
Brew Bermuda hosted the “Santa Paws” event yesterday [Dec 16] allowing attendees to have their pets photographed with Santa, with proceeds benefiting the care of animals, bringing pet owners together to create holiday memories, all while supporting a good cause. Related Stories Brew “Santa Paws” Raises... Read more of this article
SPCA: Rescued Dog ‘Xena’ Finds New Home
The Bermuda Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals [SPCA] has announced that rescue dog Xena has “finally found her forever home.” The Bermuda SPCA posted the video below online, saying, “We are thrilled to announce that Xena has finally found her forever home! Thanks to the hard work, dedication, and love from our team [and... Read more of this article
No Dog Walking At Gardens During Ag Show
The Department of Parks is “informing the public that due to the Ag Show, dog walking will be prohibited at the Botanical Gardens from April 27th to 29th.” A Government spokesperson said, “The public should also advised that the due to the event, the Department of Parks will be closed during this period. The Department thanks the public... Read more of this article
Minister: Working On Solutions To Dog Attacks
“Dog attacks have become a common occurrence,” they “are a threat to public health & sense of security” and ”we are actively working on solutions to alleviate some of these issues,” Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [March 13] the Minister said, “I rise... Read more of this article
Meeting To Discuss Managing Canines & Safety
“I am committed to addressing the growing number of canine-related incidents, especially those involving pitbull breeds,” said Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban, following a recent meeting — where they estimated that “there could be as many as 2000 illegal pitbulls in Bermuda”– with canine and animal stakeholders... Read more of this article
Govt: Dog Incidents, Reporting, Ticketing & More
Following the four dog-biting incidents on Friday, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources said that “full implementation of the Dogs Act 2008 in this first calendar quarter will mandate that all incidents of dogs causing injury to be reported” and “ticketing for minor offences under the Dogs Act 2008 will also begin.” A... Read more of this article
Four Separate Dog Biting Incidents Reported
Police responded to four separate dog biting incidents on Friday [Jan 13]; two dogs were seized by the Animal Warden after biting a female senior citizen in Hamilton parish, a 76-year-old woman was bitten by a dog in Southampton, a 10-year-old girl was bitten by a dog in Pembroke and police also responded to a report of a dog attacking another... Read more of this article
Brew “Santa Paws” Raises Funds For SPCA
Brew hosted their first annual “Santa Paws” event in conjunction with the Bermuda SPCA, with dogs and their humans visiting to take a photo with Santa, while raising funds to support the SPCA. A spokesperson said, “On Saturday December 17th, Brew hosted its first annual Santa Paws event in conjunction with the Bermuda SPCA. “We... Read more of this article
New ‘Private Dog Park’ Opens In Smith’s
Amy Terceira, certified dog behavior consultant and owner of Dog Gone Good, has opened a “private for hire dog park” in Smith’s. A spokesperson said, “Public dog parks can be a free for all, unsafe, and a risky place to socialize your dog. That’s why Amy Terceira, certified dog behavior consultant and owner of Dog Gone Good, decided... Read more of this article
Photos, Video, 360: SPCA ‘Paws To The Park’
The Bermuda Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals [SPCA] hosted ‘Paws to the Park’ at Botanical Gardens today [Oct 30], with prizes given for the best dressed dog and the best dressed human. The organisers previously said the event would consist “of a fun Halloween-themed walk through the Botanical Gardens where kids... Read more of this article
Oct 30: SPCA To Host ‘Paws To The Park’
The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals [SPCA] will be hosting a ‘Paws to the Park’ fundraiser on Sunday, October 30 at Botanical Gardens. A spokesperson said, “The event consists of a fun Halloween-themed walk through the Botanical Gardens where kids can collect treats along the way. There will be some great vendors,... Read more of this article
