Where My Paws At Pet Blog

Every lost pet has a story. From Dubai streets to Abu Dhabi neighbourhoods, cats and dogs vanish—exposed to danger, despair, and loss. Here’s how you can guard against the unthinkable and bring them home.

Learn how to register your pet profile on Where My Paws At—the UAE’s central pet microchip database. Easy setup, multiple pet profiles, and smart tags that reunite pets with owners fast.

Leaving your beloved dog behind while you travel is never easy—especially during the hot summer months in the UAE. Whether you’re heading abroad or planning a staycation, ensuring your dog is safe, happy, and well cared for is a top priority. Fortunately, the UAE has a wide range of trusted, licensed dog boarding options to help ease the stress for both you and your furry friend.

When emergencies strike, every second counts—and pets are often the most vulnerable members of the household. Whether you live in an apartment in Dubai Marina, JLT, or Abu Dhabi Corniche, having a clear fire evacuation plan for pets is not just smart—it’s essential.

With thousands of stray cats in the UAE, individual rescuers and shelters are completely overwhelmed with cases. Community cat carers are facing huge vet bills, food bills and are paying to care for these straybies out of their own pockets.

You just have to look at Facebook cat groups in the UAE to understand the help that is needed for these cats. Too often we see people posting asking for help, when the reality is, there’s just so many cats that need help, and not enough people to help them. Our motto is – ‘if you see something, you can do something’, which is why we’ve put together a list of vets in the UAE that offer stray rates for neutering and spaying, or better known as TNR ( Trap, Neuter, Return ).
Even in shaded apartments or villas, the heat builds up. Combine that with poor airflow, sun-facing windows, or a sudden power cut, and your home can quickly turn into a dangerous environment for your feline friend.

Indoor cats, especially long-haired breeds like Persians or Maine Coons, senior cats, and cats with medical issues, are more vulnerable to heat exhaustion and dehydration. And because cats are masters of hiding discomfort, the signs of overheating can be subtle — or missed entirely.