pandemic pets

• Edmonton Humane Society reopens after 2-year COVID closure of in-person services

  The Edmonton Human Society closed the facility to the general public in March 2020. It has been operating on a by-appointment-only basis ever since.

  Features

  May 20
  
• Lethbridge Animal Shelter seeing more surrenders, fewer adoptions

  Beginning late last year, officials say animals started coming in at a higher rate. Since February, the shelter has been operating at overcapacity.

  Features

  May 5
  
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• Kingston Humane Society overwhelmed with animals after pandemic pet craze

  The humane society says it's caring for a record number of animals following the pandemic pet craze. Now, they're asking for help through adoptions, fostering or donations.

  Canada

  Oct 19, 2021
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• Calgary seniors bring pets to free vet clinic: ‘the demand is so high’

  An Alberta vet is donating her services to seniors because "pets are an integral part of this pandemic, providing emotional support for seniors who are low-income."

  Features

  Sep 23, 2021
• Pandemic pets a lifesaver to many Canadians during COVID-19 isolation

  The Ontario SPCA says nearly three in 10 Canadians adopted a pet during the pandemic. The group is urging pet parents to set a consistent routine if heading back to worksites.

  Features

  Sep 14, 2021
• Pet food shortages on the rise as supply chains stressed by COVID-19

  Supply constraints are taking pet owners by surprise, and there are many more owners since the pandemic began.

  Canada

  Jul 29, 2021
• Popularity of aquariums amid COVID-19 brings Calgary company ‘opportunity for growth’

  The producer of a high-tech aquarium controls system is seeing opportunities for growth as COVID-19 restrictions ease.

  Features

  May 25, 2021
• COVID-19: Pet training facility warns cancelled classes could lead to increased surrender of animals

  A Calgary pet training facility along with an area rescue organization warn of possible increase in pet surrenders if pandemic restrictions aren't lifted.

  Health

  Feb 10, 2021
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• Back to work? Our pets might be feeling anxious, here’s how to make the transition easier

  Our pets will adjust much quicker if we don't feel guilty about our return to work, experts say.

  Health

  Sep 11, 2020
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• How ‘pandemic pets’ are helping us cope with coronavirus stress

  Pet adoptions rose at the outset of the pandemic. L.F. Carver of Queen's University says this set us up for better health outcomes.

  Commentary

  Jun 1, 2020