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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
Coast Guard Rescue Dog From Sinking Vessel
A 32ft vessel was observed sinking in Riddell’s Bay, and the “Coast Guard were dispatched and rescued a dog from the vessel,” local officials confirmed. A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre spokesperson said, “Thursday 1st September, 12:15 pm – A member of public contacted Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre to report the 32ft vessel... Read more of this article
Minister: Multiple Incidents Of Cruelty & Injuries
“Two straying pitbull dogs gained entry into a home and attacked the resident dog” and in another incident a dog had lesions that “resembled second-degree burns marks” and there are “at least four active pitbull-related matters that DENR will present to the DPP for consideration,” Minister Of Home Affairs Walter Roban... Read more of this article
Officer Injured, Suspect Arrested, Dog Has Died
Police said that after they “attended a report of threatening behaviour outside of a popular Front Street Restaurant” the “suspect became aggressive and set his Pitbull Terrier on one of the officers” and “whilst being restrained the animal subsequently died” and the “officer has been transported to KEMH via... Read more of this article
SPCA Team Rescues Dog And Five Puppies
This weekend, the SPCA team rescued a dog and her five puppies after they were found under a van. In an online post, the Bermuda SPCA said, “This weekend the SPCA team rescued this sweet warrior of a dog had given birth to her five puppies just before we collected her. When we arrived, Xena was surrendered to us by a representative of her owners... Read more of this article
Bermuda Themed Pet Collection Launched
Loquats, hibiscus flowers, and longtails are some of the themes available in Chillgo’s line of Bermuda-themed pet products, with the items now available for purchase at Pet Stop. A spokesperson said, “Owning two dogs herself, Chillgo owner Tracy Lambert saw how luxury fashion and products for animals was needed and wasn’t seen much in stores.... Read more of this article
