Animal welfare
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More ‘pandemic pets’ are ending up in shelters. Is there a fix? Experts weigh inExperts say more education, empathy and experience is needed when adopting animals as more and more end up in Canada's shelters after the pandemic.CanadaJul 24
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Changes to chuckwagon races at Calgary Stampede may reduce tragedy on the trackThe adrenaline-fuelled chuckwagon races are a huge draw. But before they hit the track Friday night, drivers tested out new protocols to make sure it's as safe as possible.FeaturesJul 7
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Bear advocates raise concerns after documents show 77 cubs killed in B.C. last yearAdvocates are calling for third-party oversight of the B.C. Conservation Officer Service, which they say should be focusing on public safety.EnvironmentMay 5
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Regina Humane Society breaks ground for a new animal community centreIt will be located at 4900 Parliament Ave. in the Harbour Landing community and spread across 38000 square feet.HealthMay 5
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Quebec zoo to move elephants to new home as senator puts forth bill to ban captivitySeveral zoos have signed on in support of the bill including the Toronto Zoo, the Calgary Zoo, the Granby Zoo, the Assiniboine Park Zoo and the Montreal Biodome.CanadaMar 22
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Quebec to introduce bill banning cat declawing, other unneeded pet surgeriesThe upcoming legislation will ban declawing, ear cropping, tail docking and devocalization surgeries for cats and dogs, unless the procedures are deemed medically necessary.CanadaMar 17
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#BettyWhiteChallenge brings boost in donations to London, Ont. humane societyA noticeable amount of dollars are starting to roll in," said Steve Ryall, executive director of the Humane Society of London and Middlesex, following the #BettyWhiteChallenge.TrendingJan 17
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5 cattle euthanized among nearly 100 removed from property near Warsaw, Ont.On the advice of a veterinarian, Animal Welfare Services removed approximately 100 cattle from a property on County Road 4 just north of Warsaw, Ont.EnvironmentJan 6
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Calgary rescue cat featured on calendar to support animal rescue groupsA Calgary rescue cat named Molly is helping to support animal rescue groups across Canada.FeaturesDec 2, 2021
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Former Quebec zoo owner pleads guilty to animal welfare violations, avoids criminal chargesMore than 200 wild and exotic animals were removed from the Saint-Édouard Zoo, including lions, tigers, kangaroos, wolves and primates.CanadaNov 10, 2021
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