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Python found in laundry shop to be adopted if unclaimed
Discover the story of a 1.7-meter-long Burmese python caught in Changhua, Taiwan, awaiting its owner or adoption. Details on the capture and adoption process inside.2024/09/23 22:00 -
Pig on the loose: Yunlin police’s unusual day herding a sow
In Sihu Township, Yunlin County, a 50 kg sow’s adventurous stroll through the streets was brought to a halt by local police officers Wang An-shun and Ting Hsin-wen, who, with the help of the pig’s owner, safely returned the escapee to its pen after a 20-minute effort involving sticks and tail-pulling. The incident highlighted the importance of secure animal enclosures for safety.2024/04/10 13:19 -
Pets join owners at Christmas charity event for stray dogs
The Family Dog center in Taipei organized a heartwarming charity event, uniting pet owners and their furry companions in the festive season. The event, aimed at supporting stray animals, featured shared meals and a "Promise Tree" initiative, highlighting community spirit and pet-owner bonding.2023/12/24 15:01 -
Kaohsiung man carrying husky in capsule backpack faces fine
A man from Kaohsiung is facing fines for carrying his husky in a capsule backpack, which violates the Animal Protection Act. The incident, shared on Dcard, sparked online discussions and drew the attention of the local animal protection office. The office quickly identified the pet owner and found the husky to be in good health. The owner could be fined between NT$15,000 to NT$75,000. The protection office emphasized the need for considerate behavior when taking pets to public places, including providing adequately ventilated carriers with enough room for pets to move freely and ensuring that animals are accompanied by a person over the age of seven.2023/11/20 18:20 -
Taichung says swings for children only amid dog swing video
A recent video depicting pet owners bringing their dog into the Hongen Park in Taichung and allowing the dog to play on the swings has sparked controversy.2023/07/25 17:16 -
Taiwan shopper criticized for locking dog in car for hours
In Taiwan, dedicated dog owners often view their pets as members of the family. However, on New Year’s Eve (Dec. 31) shoppers were aghast to hear loud barks coming from inside a car parked in a retail store lot — clearly, the desperate calls for help were of an animal left locked up and forgotten by its owner.2023/01/04 18:47