Topic: Animals
Mystery over dead iguanas
The sudden unexplained death of 30 green iguanas has prompted the Department of Environmental Health to issue a public health advisory, warning people not to eat the reptiles.
Ray of hope at sandbar
The stingray population at the sandbar – Cayman’s most popular tourist attraction – is starting to rebound after a sharp and unexplained decline in numbers.
'Oreo's Tail' helps highlight issue of animal welfare
Lovable canine Oreo is set to make his second appearance at Books & Books, Camana Bay, this month to launch the children’s book “Oreo’s Tail.”
Animals used for therapy
As animal-assisted therapy catches on locally, children and adults with special needs and senior citizens are interacting with dogs, horses and even dolphins to improve mental and physical wellbeing.
Little Cayman gears up for Agriculture Show
Little Cayman's Agriculture Show takes place this Saturday in Blossom Village.
Modest rise in imports by Cayman residents
The total value of goods imported by Cayman residents increased 2.1 percent to $774.5 million last year.
Can you trust the ‘word’ of government?
When the Cayman Islands government is involved, a deal is not always a deal.
Hundreds of chickens die of botulism
More than 400 feral chickens in Bodden Town have died of botulism, according to a post-mortem examination carried out by the Department of Agriculture.
Neglected dog dies after caretaker injured
A young dog that made headlines after being found severely neglected and emaciated died on Tuesday.
Grrrrrrrrrr! What’s up with dog policy?
Instead of picking and choosing among dog breeds, Cayman's government should be enforcing anti-cruelty laws against humans who abuse their dogs.
Humane Society outraged by local animal abuse
Several animal abuse cases have left the Cayman Islands Humane Society outraged and appealing for a solution.
Fighting dogs still banned
Changes to the banned dogs list bring Cayman into line with the international norm while still protecting the public from dangerous animals and outlawing breeds associated with dog-fighting, according to the Department of Agriculture.
Obituary: Dr. Herbert Ebner, 1922-2014
Dr. Herbert Ebner, a doctor who wrote the “Your Good Health” column for Caymanian Compass for many years, passed away peacefully on March 22, in Pembroke Pines, Florida. He was 92.
New concerns over Stingray sandbar
Images captured by award winning photographer Ellen Cuylaerts have raised fresh concerns about behavior at the Stingray City Sandbar.
Nature the loser in man vs. wild battle
Some of Cayman’s most popular tourist attractions were put under the microscope in a discussion of the ethics of eco-tourism at UCCI last week.
Farmers ready for Brac Agriculture Show
The Cayman Brac Agriculture Show takes place on Saturday, March 29.
Ironwood and banana orchids
When discussing the development of the eastern half of Grand Cayman, there are lessons to be learned from banana orchids and our own history.
'Dog City'? What about 'Dog Country'?
The Cayman Islands government continues to fail to provide a basic and essential service: animal control.
Animal welfare in Cayman: a visitor’s perspective
Visitor appalled by treatment of many domestic animals in Cayman.
Hundreds of dogs euthanized every year
Around 600 unwanted dogs and cats are euthanized every year by the Department of Agriculture – figures which charities say show the staggering scale of animal cruelty and neglect on the island.
Healthy interest in Agriculture Show
For years the government has been trying to get families to grow what they eat and eat what they grow and from the looks of this year's Agriculture Show this concept has taken root.
Agriculture Show to celebrate 47 years
The 47th Agriculture Show takes place today.
Showtime for Cayman's farmers
The Cayman Islands Agricultural Show is not only one of the longest-running events in the country, but one of the most popular as well.
40 pigeons dumped at Spotts
Dozens of pigeons remain at Spotts beach after being dumped there last week.
Local photographer snaps up international award
A series of breathtaking images, including several shot in the Cayman Islands, earned local snapper Ellen Cuylaerts the title of ‘world champion’ in a global underwater photography competition.
Agriculture show continues to grow
Cayman's locally grown produce and livestock takes centre this Ash Wednesday
National Trust program takes families into the wild
The National Trust is inviting families to emark on a bioluminescence tour on Saturday, Feb. 22, as part of their "Families in the Wild" programe that centeres around getting families active.
Health impact of dump fires unknown
The full environmental and health impact of the two major fires at the George Town landfill recently is unknown because no air samples were taken during the fires, a consultant with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency believes.
Iconic animal deserves better
Writer says Cayman Turtle Farm survey is essential to determining the facility's future.
Report: Turtle Farm ‘unlikely’ to break even
The prospect of the Cayman Turtle Farm breaking even without cutting jobs and scaling back operations have been dismissed as "unlikely" in a report on the economics of the cash-strapped tourist venue.
Governor gets involved in loose dog complaint
It takes the police commissioner's and governor's involvement before a dangerous dog complaint is addressed.
Defending Cayman's national dish
The problem with the Cayman Turtle Farm is not that it's a turtle farm. It's everything else government has tried to turn it into.
Study asks: Do you eat turtle?
The Cayman Islands wants to know how many people still eat turtle meat.
Underwater light show illuminates fish behavior
Fish may be communicating with each other in a spectacular underwater light show invisible to the human eye, a research project that originated in Little Cayman has revealed.
Concern over Stingray Sandbar crowding
Concerns have been raised over behavior at Stingray sandbar, including dangerously overloaded boats and reckless actions of some tour guides.
UK Lotto could be green jackpot
Cayman Islands residents should be allowed to play the multimillion dollar British National Lottery, a UK parliamentary committee has recommended.
St. Matthew's vet named one of top 15 marine vet professors
Dr. Samantha Shields, a faculty member at St. Matthew’s University, has been
ranked among the top 15 marine veterinary professors by an online
educational resource.
Smooth PAWS had no howlers
The dog community came out en masse to support the runners of a new and innovative road race on Saturday.
The poisoning of North Sound
The single greatest threat to Cayman's natural environment isn't development. It's the dump.
Quiz to help canines
Test your knoweldge this Wednesday at the Cayman Islands Humane Society's monthly pub quiz
Corbin had to PAWS to catch up
A new road run with a novelty twist was staged over the weekend and anyone who missed the fun atmosphere and opportunity to win prizes has a chance to do that this weekend in a similar run.
Can you beat the chaser? PAWS hosts two fun runs
The Protection of Animal Welfare – or PAWS – is holding its second charity fun run/walk Saturday, Jan. 11.
Walk & Wag for a cause
The Cayman Islands Humane Society is gearing up to host its second annual Walk & Wag 5K on Sunday, Jan. 12.
Dogs poisoned on Christmas Day
At least four dogs were poisoned over the festive period, including two which had to be put down on Christmas day.
What’s in the George Town Landfill
Tons of discarded tires are among the debris fueling the massive fire at the George Town Landfill that ignited early Friday.
New holding facilities for lost or neglected horses
The Department of Agriculture, in partnership with the Cayman Islands Equestrian Foundation, has built new and improved facilities for impounded horses.
Shooting range plan meets resistance
Plans for a shooting range in the East End have been met with opposition by residents who fear noise pollution, lead in the drinking water and an impact on house prices.
‘Get off of my land’
Land trumps politics. And may it always be so in these Cayman Islands.
Gov’t: Christmas beef inspections necessary
Farmers preparing Christmas beef are being reminded that there is a set procedure in place to enusre safe delivery of meat to consumers.
Acupuncture helps heal pets
Fine needles are replacing conventional medications to treat chrnoic pain in our four-legged friends
Disturbing dog poisoning trend resurfaces
Three dogs have died this month as the disturbing trend of deliberate dog poisonings resurfaced in Grand Cayman.
Pirates Caves attraction gets a new look
The Bodden Town Pirates Caves are getting a makeover.
For sale: Cayman’s endangered iguanas
Rare Cayman species, including Brac rock iguanas and Cayman blue iguanas, are being traded in online exotic pet forums.
New law frees up $50M for conservation
Nearly $50 million collected from tourists in environmental taxes will finally be available for conservation projects under provisions in the new National Conservation Bill.
Conservation Law covers only 6 percent of land
Provisions to protect land from development in the National Conservation Law won't affect private landowners.
Reason to ‘paws’ in Bodden Town
Protection Animal Welfare Society opens second hand store in Rankin's Plaza Bodden Town
Cayman Turtle Farm says turtle release ‘postponed’
The Pirates Week turtle release is put off due to health screening procedures for the turtles.
Humane Society facing downturn, requests donations
The Cayman Islands Humane Society is urgently seeking donations as the group faces declining revenues and fresh fund-raising challenges.
Turtle release canceled for Pirates Week
There will be no release of baby and juvenile Green Sea Turtles during the annual Pirates Week festival on Grand Cayman this month.
Rare squid find interests scientists
Two rare, large giant squid, discovered by fishermen in Grand Cayman’s waters were transported to Florida on a cruise ship this week to be examined by researchers.
Urgent adoption plea issued by Humane Society
Animal welfare workers are urging Cayman Islands residents to adopt unwanted dogs instead of splashing out for designer breeds.
Brac animal shelter gets new look through signage
The Cayman Brac branch of the Humane Society has a new look for Noah's Ark, its animal hurricane shelter on the Bluff.
Chairman: Turtle Farm board will stay course
The Cayman Turtle Farm has a new board of managers.
Eco-tourism could help protect local nesting turtle population
Tourism could either be the saving grace or the downfall of the Cayman Islands’ nesting turtle populations, researchers believe.
Annual coral spawn enthralls divers
It’s not quite a once-in-a-blue-moon event, but the annual coral spawning remains one of the ocean’s most elusive sights.
Animal welfare concerns over increased turtle production
Turtle farm bosses have been urged to do proper research to discover the real local demand for turtle meat instead of manipulating the market by dropping prices.
Editorial for August 30: The Turtle Farm's 'head in the shell' business strategy
So let’s see if we’ve got this right:
Cheaper turtle meat follows boost in production
The price of farmed turtle meat is coming down in a move that has been welcomed by environmental watchdogs as a helpful step in the fight against poaching.
Business in brief
Business in brief.
Let the beach be your canvas
Sand sculpting isn't just a fun pastime, it's big business for those at the top of their game.
Images document decline of coral reefs
Thousands of SCUBA divers annually gasp in awe at Cayman’s reefs, still the envy of the Caribbean. But a series of photographs shows they are a pale shadow of their former selves.
Editorial for 30 July: Lionfish battle needs to be coordinated
The fight against the lionfish invasion needs to be coordinated.
