News for Dog & Cat Lovers Around the World

The Yulin Dog Meat “Festival” lasts just one day. But the suffering behind it lasts all year. Trapped and terrified victims of the dog meat trade. Every June, as global attention turns to the Yulin Dog Meat “Festival,” one question comes up again and again: How long does it actually last? For years, misinformation has circulated claiming that the Yulin Dog Meat “Festival” spans seven or ten days. But when you ask the people who actually live and work in Yulin, the answer is

We are calling on animal advocates everywhere to participate in simple, impactful International Pet Appreciation actions in their communities. Together, we can combat the cruelty of the Yulin Dog Meat “Festival” (happening on June 21) with a powerful, global outpouring of love for dogs and cats. San Francisco Bay Area Duo Duo Pack members at the 2025 International Pet Appreciation planning party. From April 21 to June 21, 2026, communities around the world will participate in

Does your dog have perfect manners at home, then suddenly develop selective hearing the moment they step outside? One of the most common frustrations dog parents face is this exact scenario: a dog who eagerly sits, stays, and listens when there are no distractions and a treat in their guardian’s hand… but ignores those same cues at the park, on a walk, or in a busy store. It is easy to assume this is stubbornness or defiance. But really, it’s something much more predictable

Serena Gandhi, Youth Team Leader At Duo Duo Project, progress is powered by people who choose compassion. Few embody that spirit more fully than Serena Gandhi. For the past six years, Serena has been a driving force behind our Duo Duo Pack Youth Team. She has helped inspire a new generation to take action for animals. Serena’s impact can be felt across so many of our efforts. From supporting outreach campaigns to helping raise critical funds, she has consistently shown up wi

Does your dog go from calm and friendly to barking, lunging, and out of control when they are on a leash? If so, you’re not alone. This common challenge, known as leash reactivity, affects countless dogs and their guardians. The good news: it’s not a personality flaw, and it’s not permanent. With the right approach, this behavior can be changed. One of our longtime supporters, Dawna Caldwell of Canine Corral Dog Daycare and Happy Tails to You Dog Training, shares her advice f

Happy Year of the Fire Horse! Lunar New Year is a time of renewal, reflection, and possibility. As we step into a new year, we do so with gratitude for how far we have come together, and with renewed determination for the work ahead. Because of your support, this is a time of hope and measurable progress. For over 13 years, Duo Duo Project has worked on the ground in China, 365 days a year, to end the dog and cat meat trade. And today, we can say with confidence: this is a wi