Topic: Animals
Owner fined for dog
A man was ordered to pay fines and compensation of $550, but avoided having his dog destroyed Wednesday, after facing charges of allowing a ferocious dog to be at large.
Vick’s pitbulls get new lease on life
His back resting comfortably against her chest, Hector nestles his massive canine head into Leslie Nuccio's shoulder, high-fiving pit bull paws against human hands.
Human meds not for cats
It is very good that you recognize the signs of pain in your pet cat. Animals are capable of feeling pain just like you or I do, but because they are unable to vocalize their pain, it often goes unnoticed.
Vet suspects dog poisonings
A veterinarian said her office has recorded eight cases where dogs have died within the past two months from being poisoned.
Dog owner breaking law
On behalf of the Cayman Islands Department of Agriculture I seek to clarify certain misconceptions and inaccuracies contained in a letter written by Shirley Ware and printed in the Cayman Net News 20 November.par
Pets & meds
It is very good that you recognise the signs of pain in your pet cat. Animals are capable of feeling pain just like you or I do, but because they are unable to vocalize their pain, it often goes unnoticed
Support for tourism crucial
Today is Caribbean Tourism day. Recognised by the Caribbean Tourism Organization and all its member countries, this day is designated to mark the regions important industry of growth and success.
Dog bite leads to charges
In a rare case for the Cayman Islands, a woman faces criminal charges after her dog bit a man on the leg. The attack happened in West Bay on 4 April (see Caymanian Compass, 11 April Police fed up with strays). The victim required hospital treatment for his injuries.
Conservation Law deadline today
Today is the deadline for people to comment on the National Conservation Law. Minister of Environment Charles Clifford thanked those who offered their feedback on the draft law and encouraged others to do so before the end of today.
Save Blues, save Cayman
Activities planned for the weekend and this past week are all about saving Mother Earth. What better way to end it than pay tribute to Grand Caymans Blue Iguana.
Today’s Editorial April 17: Celebrate Earth this week
As we celebrate our planet Earth this week, let's not forget about our beautiful Caribbean Sea. Our trash kills. When odds and ends of life on land plastics up in the sea, they pose hazards to marine life.
Today’s Editorial April 11: Law there to stop dogs
The Royal Cayman Islands Police Service is threatening to clamp down on the owners of bad dogs. All we can say is, its about time.
National Conservation Bill tabled
The draft National Conservation Bill was tabled Thursday morning in the Legislative Assembly as a white discussion paper.
Croc awaits repatriation
Plans are afoot to send the crocodile that was captured in Cayman waters over the holiday period back to where it comes from. Finding out exactly where that is will be the first step in the process.
Pets, fireworks don’t mix
With the festive season upon us, residents of the Cayman Islands like nothing better than to celebrate with a firework display. But please spare a thought for your pets, your neighbours pets and local livestock.
Today’s Editorial November 29: Brac pets get chance at survival
Pet lovers in the Brac are most certainly embracing some long expected news. The Brac branch of the Cayman Islands Humane Society has been given permission to build a storm shelter for animals.
Dolphin advocates at FCCA conference
The Keep Dolphins Free in the Cayman Islands group is to make its presence felt at the Florida Caribbean Cruise Association's annul conference and trade show, which begins the end of this month.
Dolphins ‘dying to entertain’
The article Captive Dolphins Facilities Needed (Caymanian Compass 08/31/06) mentions repeatedly that the Minister of Tourism "believes" this and that about the captive-dolphin tourist abusement industry
Make plans for pets
With Tropical Storm Ernesto approaching, pet owners should consider when to put their pet plan into action. Without proper planning pets are likely to get injured, lost, or worse.
Butterfield boosts the arts
Butterfield Bank recently donated $500 to Cayman Traditional Arts, sponsoring two students to attend the CTA's summer camp.
Prepare pets for hurricane season
While making preparations for your family and loved ones early in the hurricane season is critical, it is equally important that you also plan for the smaller and often helpless members of the family; your pets.
Boatswain’s Beach offers summer fun
This summer Boatswain's Beach will be offering opportunities for the public to get involved with some of the great programs and features at the Park through various summer programs.
Today’s Editorial June 09: Death of Blues inexcusable
It's bad enough that we have wild, feral dogs roaming the street and roadways of Grand Cayman. Many of them are already a danger to walkers, runner, bicyclers and children.
Injured turtle now back in wild
The Cayman Turtle Farm at Boatswain's Beach played an integral role in the recovery of a turtle accidentally caught in the wild.
2nd dolphin park gets OK
Planning permission has been granted for the construction of two separate dolphin entertainment facilities in West Bay. However, the parks need to fulfil other requirements in order to be permitted to open for business.
Who’ll be Farmer of the Year?
Polish those pumpkins, brush down those bulls, dust off those jelly jars and get ready for some fierce competition. Thats what awaits competitors and participants at the 2006 Agricultural Societys 39th Annual Show at the Stacy Watler Agricultural Pavilion Grounds in Lower Valley, Bodden Town.
Poll: ‘no’ to dolphins
More than 92 per cent of nearly 4,000 respondents to the most recent Caymanian Compass on-line poll said they do not think the Cayman Islands should have a captive dolphin facility as a tourist attraction.
Katrina pets get help
Cayman Islands Humane Society director Kathleen BoddenHarris will travel to Gonzales, Louisiana next week to assist at a temporary animal shelter besieged with pets rescued after Hurricane Katrina.
Dogs get a day at the spa
The Cayman Islands Humane Society held one of its regular Dog Wash events on Sunday morning behind the Hell Esso station.
New Shelter ‘a dream come true’
The new Animal Rescue Shelter facility opened last week at the Lower Valley Agricultural Complex to the praise of Government and Humane Society representatives alike.
Dogs deliberately poisoned
At least 12 dogs have been poisoned in the past month on Grand Cayman, and it is believed one of the culprits is the weed killer paraquat.
