GLOBE
EU Backs Mandatory Microchipping for Dogs and Cats
New EU rules will require all dogs and cats, including privately owned pets, to be microchipped and registered in national databases.
PETS
Europe
New Rules for Pets Traveling in the EU
The changes clarify conditions of transit through the EU from non-EU countries, as well as the information required on identification documents for pets. Most new requirements apply from today, though some will be adopted in phases up to January 2028.
SOCIAL LENS
How Smart Are Dogs Really? What Research Shows
People often overestimate their dogs’ intelligence, but studies reveal a more nuanced picture.
SOCIAL LENS
Hunters’ Movement Calls Protest Over Closure of Melios Zoo Park
Peaceful gathering scheduled for 15 April outside the zoo as organisers demand transparency and justice over the case.
SOCIAL LENS
How Cities are Changing Animal Social Behaviour
Urban environments are reshaping how animals communicate, interact and adapt to human-dominated spaces.
