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French couple barred from owning pets after they kept 159 cats

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A French couple from Nice has been handed a one-year suspended sentence for subjecting numerous animals to cruel conditions. In their 80-square-meter apartment, they were found to be housing 159 cats and seven dogs, many of which were suffering from dehydration, malnutrition, and parasite infections. The judge concluded that the couple had failed in their duty to properly care for the animals. As a consequence, they’ve been permanently banned from keeping pets and ordered to pay over €150,000 to animal rights charities and other involved parties.

Last year, authorities stumbled upon the distressing situation during a visit to the couple’s apartment, where they found animals crammed into every available space, surrounded by filth and excrement. Tragically, some of the cats and dogs had already perished due to their dire health conditions, with the bodies of at least two cats and two dogs discovered in the bathroom.

The couple’s explanation revealed a pattern of accumulating animals, with the woman, aged 68, describing them as the “love of her life,” although she admitted to having “screwed up.” Her initial collection of her parents’ pets in 2018 escalated when she took in around 30 cats from an abandoned building, leading to unchecked breeding. She expressed feeling a sense of abandonment herself, equating it to leaving the animals behind.

A psychiatric evaluation diagnosed her with “Noah’s syndrome,” a psychological compulsion to rescue animals, even when incapable of providing adequate care. This wasn’t the couple’s first encounter with authorities regarding animal welfare; they had previously been investigated in 2014 for housing 13 cats and a dog in an 18-square-meter studio apartment.

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Germany denies reports of sausage dog ban

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Recent headlines in the UK have stirred up concerns over the possibility of Germany banning sausage dogs, prompting attention from both domestic and international media. However, the reality behind these sensational headlines is less severe.

The cause of the alarm stems from the German Kennels Association’s objections to a proposed law designed to address breeding practices that cause animals to suffer. While there are worries about the potential impact on specific breeds like dachshunds, the German government has clarified that there are no plans to ban any breeds outright.

Instead, the focus of the proposed law is on preventing breeding practices that lead to health issues in dogs, particularly those that result in skeletal abnormalities or other forms of suffering. The aim is to establish clear guidelines to eliminate what is termed “torture breeding” and ensure the overall welfare of animals.

For instance, dachshunds are known to be susceptible to spinal problems due to their elongated bodies. Responsible breeding practices are being encouraged to mitigate such health issues and promote the well-being of future generations of dogs.

While some animal rights organizations advocate for bans on certain breeds, the government’s emphasis remains on prioritizing animal welfare and addressing concerns related to breeding practices. The proposed law will undergo further legislative processes, with debates expected to reflect broader political tensions and considerations of animal welfare.

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Community Devastated as Beloved Bear is Fatally Shot in Italian Town

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A beloved female bear, known as Amarena, was tragically shot and killed on the outskirts of a central Italian town, reportedly due to a man’s fear. Amarena had gained popularity after she was captured on video earlier in the week, wandering in the town of San Sebastiano Dei Marsi with her two cubs.

Local authorities and residents were shocked by the incident, as there had been no prior history of bears posing a threat in the Abruzzo region. Amarena’s death has sparked outrage and calls for the protection of her cubs, who remain in the wild.

Amarena was one of the approximately 60 critically endangered Marsican bears native to central Italy and residing in the Abruzzo National Park. While she had caused some minor damage to crops and livestock in the past, the killing was deemed unjustified, as she had not posed a danger to humans.

The man responsible for the shooting claimed it was an impulsive, instinctive act driven by fear, as he found the bear on his property. Concerns had arisen locally due to the video of Amarena and her cubs circulating on social media, leading to an influx of sightseers.

This incident contrasts sharply with a fatal bear attack in Trentino-Adige last April, involving a different bear named JJ4, which was part of a repopulation program in the Alps.

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