A 66-year-old man was injured after a dog broke loose and attacked him and his pet outside a bakery in Vrilissia, while the animal’s owner was arrested.
A woman in northern Greece was arrested after police found a dog confined in a plastic cage in the bed of a pickup truck, with authorities also imposing €6,300 in administrative fines for multiple alleged animal welfare violations.
Drone footage from a researcher tracking the pack shows the wolves bringing the pup food and leading it to water. It is the second dog the same group has taken in this year, and experts say the behavior has not been documented before
A pet dog died within 30 minutes after eating a pufferfish that had washed ashore on a beach in southern Crete, prompting its owner to warn other pet owners to remain vigilant.
From children with autism to seniors living with dementia, animal-assisted therapy is gaining ground in Greece as professionals discover new ways to reach people where words alone often fall short
A police dog helped Greek coast guard officers uncover cocaine hidden on a passenger ferry in Piraeus, leading to the arrest of a 20-year-old woman during intensified summer port inspections across Greece
Firefighters in Zakynthos rescued a dog trapped on a cliff, using climbing gear to reach and safely rescue the animal
A trained narcotics detection dog helped Greek police uncover more than 380 grams of cocaine hidden inside a car, leading to the arrest of a 45-year-old suspect.
Lab results confirm that Echo, the Belgian Malinois who aided the Tempi disaster investigation, was deliberately poisoned. Three suspects are under scrutiny
Dylan is the first officially integrated visiting therapy dog in the system, reflecting a pioneering institutional effort to embed animal-assisted care into clinical practice
New international research reveals Greece has the highest rate of Leishmania antibodies in asymptomatic dogs among Mediterranean countries, raising concerns for both public health and veterinary care
In ‘open rescue,’ activists strike breeder Ridglan Farms in daylight, courting arrest and setting up a tear-gas-fueled clash before a deal to rehome 1,500 dogs
The Greek Prime Minister's four-legged advisor never fails to steal the spotlight and win over the hearts of visiting world leaders
Two men were hospitalized with serious injuries after an unprovoked assault linked to a prior argument over pet behavior, as police search for the suspect.
Coordinated effort by firefighters and volunteers saves exhausted animals found stranded in irrigation reservoir in northern Greece
A genetic study has revealed that the oldest dog, lived amongst lived alongside hunter-gatherers in Neolithic Turkey
Among the suggestions from vets: Avoid highway rest stops if you can and get a room away from the elevator
Seasonal allergens and parasites can make springtime tough for the furry companions, but modern veterinary treatments offer safer, targeted relief.
The dog followed a group of French mountaineers and became trapped on the steep snowy slopes until Greek climbers spotted and rescued him, near the mountainous town of Metsovo
Monitor interactions, and step in if your dog shows aggression, overly rough play, or possessiveness over toys.