Paws For Hope

• B.C. charity needs foster homes for pets whose owners are fleeing domestic violence

  Paws for Hope offers temporary animal foster care for people in times of crisis but they told Global News they are forced to consistently turn away people and their pets.

  Canada

  Dec 20, 2024
  
• Charity connects pet owners in remote B.C. communities with vet care

  Paws For Hope is a Vancouver-based charity that brings vet care to rural and remote areas. Founder Kathy Powelson says supporting the cause supports communities.

  Health

  Nov 11, 2024
  
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• Forced to choose between their pets and health, some in B.C. forego drug treatment

  A B.C. charity says a shortage of safe care options for pets has left many people with addictions avoiding or delaying treatment because it means breaking up their family.

  Health

  Jul 4, 2024
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• B.C. animal organization needs foster homes for dogs due to increasing surrenders

  Cassie Preston, program manager for the No Pet Left Behind program said they have fielded more calls recently, especially for dogs.

  Canada

  Mar 29, 2024
• Surrey bans retail sale of cats, dogs and rabbits

  The ban goes into effect June 1, and carried a $500 fine for retail pet stores caught selling.

  Mar 13, 2018
• B.C. animal advocacy group teams up to help pets of low-income owners

  Follow-up care can cost as much as $10,000, which is usually covered by donations.

  Oct 14, 2017
• Vancouver to consider ban on retail sale of cats and dogs

  A City of Vancouver Councillor has motioned to implement a bylaw which would ban the retail sale of cats, dogs and rabbits.

  Consumer

  Jun 20, 2017
• SPCA seizure in Langley prompts calls for stronger regulation of animal rescue groups

  The seizure of 17 animals from a well-known Langley property earlier this week led to renewed calls for improved regulations surrounding animal rescue societies.

  Mar 22, 2017