Scotty saves life: pet of the year is chosen!

Scotty saves life: pet of the year is chosen!

In the heart of Austria, a very special event is celebrated today on July 13, 2025: the vote on the "Pet of the Year". The popular competition, organized by Fressnapf, invites all animal lovers to vote for their favorite pets. The winner is not only celebrated, but also stands for the loyal accompaniment that pets offer their people in good and bad times. Scotty, a small Münsterländer, who saved the life of his owner through his heroic commitment, is particularly in the spotlight when she was attacked by a wild boar. Scotty stood protectively between her and the wild boar and not only demonstrated his courage, but also his love for his family. Interested parties can vote on the Fressnapf website to this day and support the little heroes. Meinverkirk reports that….

But what makes the importance of pets in our society so special? A survey shows that many Austrians are now regarded their animals as full family members. According to the latest statistics, around 2.05 million cats and 766,000 dogs live in the households in Austria. Even small animals such as hamsters or rabbits should not be underestimated with almost 508,000. More than 34 % of the population have at least one pet, and this for good reason: pets bring joy, consolation and often offer therapeutic support. [OTS emphasizes that…] (https://www.ots.at/presseaus-sung/ots_20240429_ots0053/die-Veregerteutung-von-Hausserer-Society-Waechst-Warum-Nnicht-Die Wältkeit-von-PraeVerei).

health as a primary topic

In times when awareness of the health of pets increases, the importance of health care is becoming increasingly clear. Regular preventive examinations are often underestimated, but they are crucial for a long and healthy life of our animal companions. The Austrian PET-Tech start-up "Pezz Life" is a good example and offers innovative solutions for health check for pets. For example, you have set up your own PCR laboratory and start cooperation with the animal protection organization "Tierschutz Austria", which is one of the oldest animal welfare associations in Europe and operates Austria's largest animal shelter.

In this animal shelter, over 5,000 animals are looked after every year and more than 1,000 dogs and cats will find a new home. As part of the cooperation with Pezz Life, not only aptitude tests are carried out, but free test boxes for future pet owners are also provided: inside. This initiative is intended to help to bring potential animal owners closer to the importance of health care and support the best conditions for adoption. Animal protection Austria plans to draw attention to health care via social media and other channels.

celebrate love for animals

Finally, it can be said that love for animals is increasingly on social focus. Competitions such as “Pets of the Year” offer a platform to share the extraordinary stories of pets and celebrate their heroicness. To this day, the vote opens up the chance to set their votes for identification characters and loyalty companions. Scotty's nomination also shows that pets are much more than just a companion - they are real lifesavers and friends. So, dear reader: Inside: Coordinate and celebrate with us the special moments that we experience with our pets! District Journal reports that ....