Pets and the Olympics

Just in time for the 2008 Beijing Olympics, Petside has compiled a pet-themed look at the Olympics.

Meet the Olympians and their pets - Their animals provide comfort, lift the athletes’ spirits, and in some cases even help their owners train for the biggest athletic competition in the world.

Dog Sports vs. Olympic Sports - Find out how some of the favorite Olympic events compare to popular dog sports.

Dogs of China - Learn more about the native dog breeds of China.

Cats of Asia - Discover the history behind the cats of Asia.

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China prepares for the Olympics in their own cruel way

A cute little cartoon fish is one of the mascots for the Beijing Olympics.

But this sick tourist trinket shows a shocking contempt for the creatures – with a live goldfish stuffed into a tiny plastic bag on a keyring.

The bag is sealed so there is only enough oxygen to last for a few hours at the most. Then the goldfish will simply suffocate.

The keyrings – aimed predominantly at children – are already selling fast in markets in Qingdao, the city that will host the sailing events for this summer’s Games.

(via Critter News)