Pet Care

• 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
  
• B.C. animal welfare charity facing ‘alarming’ demand for subsidized veterinary care

  Right now, Paws for Hope has 23 community partners and veterinary clinics. It's searching for more to help cope with the demand for subsidized animal care.

  Canada

  Dec 15, 2023
  
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• Saskatoon SPCA hosts month long adoption drive

  Saskatoon's SPCA is working around the clock to find as many homes for their animal residents as possible during the Christmas season. 

  Canada

  Dec 10, 2023
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• Montreal SPCA hosts free adoption day as shelter overwhelmed with surrendered pets

  Hundreds of people lined up to nab a furry friend for free at the Montreal SPCA on Monday as adoption fees that can go up to $550 were waived for a day.

  Economy

  Oct 9, 2023
• Vet shortage to blame for lack of emergency animal care in Penticton, B.C.: veterinarians

  A group of concerned citizens, called the South Okanagan After Hours Pet Care, are advocating for a solution to the gap in services available on evenings and weekends.

  Feb 17, 2021
• 2 Nova Scotians sentenced for animal cruelty: SPCA

  In one case, the SPCA and police responded to a report of a dog being left outside with porcupine quills in his face, and officers found a large dog in distress. 

  Crime

  Jan 28, 2021
• New animal care centre nearly ‘shovel-ready’ project: Peterborough Humane Society

  The Peterborough Animal Care Centre is to be built on 20 acres of land on Technology Drive.

  News

  Jan 21, 2020
• How to know when it’s time to take your pet to the vet

  Many health concerns your pet might face, like getting sprayed by a skunk, can be solved at home, experts say.

  Lifestyle

  Dec 12, 2019
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• What you should know before getting a second dog

  Animals have their own personalities, habits and feelings, just like children. Here are some tips if you’re considering getting a second dog.

  Lifestyle

  Oct 1, 2019
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• More people are giving CBD oil to their pets, but experts aren’t sure it’s safe

  "I can see potential for [treating] things like anxiety, arthritis or chronic pain... but we do need to do more research in the area," one expert said.

  Cannabis

  Jul 8, 2019