Topic: Animals Law
Nearly 100 dog bite incidents reported in Cayman last year
Dog bite incidents across Cayman totalled 96 reported cases in 2025, according to data released by the Department of Agriculture.
Man faces potential jail time for Wilbur animal cruelty case
A man who refused to attend his own trial for animal cruelty was found guilty in his absence for starving his dog and refusing to provide veterinary care, and could now face jail time.
Campaigners launch ‘Justice for Wilbur’ petition for abused animals
'Justice for Wilbur' campaigners have started a petition calling for stronger legal protection of animals in the Cayman Islands.
Starved dog inspires ‘Justice for Wilbur’ campaign
A group of local residents has begun a campaign to seek stronger enforcement of animal welfare laws to help protect dogs like Wilbur, who died earlier this month after being found starving and severely emaciated in Prospect.
No rules for dog breeders
There is currently no licensing regime for dog breeders in the Cayman Islands, despite the provision being part of the Animals Law for more than 15 years.
Sugar glider case adjourned to 2018
Two people charged with illegally importing a type of possum known as a sugar glider appeared in Summary Court on Thursday, when their matter was adjourned again until Jan. 11.
Two men appear in court on animal cruelty charge
Two men, Andrei James Challenger and James Rolin Challenger, charged with causing unnecessary suffering and failing to exercise proper care and supervision, appeared in Summary Court Tuesday.
Hunting season set to begin for Cayman’s game birds
Hunting season begins soon for Cayman’s game birds. The Department of Environment sent out a notice Tuesday alerting hunters that the blue-winged teal and white-winged dove will soon be on the menu. Hunting for blue-winged teal is prohibited from May through August.
Lindsay: The right to be Caymanian, and losing it
Maintaining your status as a Caymanian means that you are at the top of the list under the Law for prospective employers to consider for job opportunities.
Speaking out against cruelty to animals
Readers say Animals Law should be enforced.
EDITORIAL – Keeping quiet on animal cruelty and crime
The case of “Lennie” (the puppy who lived) and his unnamed companion (who did not) illustrates three important points about the broader nature of crime in the Cayman Islands.
Compensation ordered after dog bites boy
A woman was ordered to pay $350 compensation for medical bills and lost earnings after her dog got loose and bit a child.
