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Dozens of species of fur-bearing animals have learned to live with us in urban areas. Shouldn't we learn to live with them?

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The Fur-Bearers is a national non-profit based in Vancouver. It was formed in 1953 and advocates on behalf of fur-bearing animals in the wild and in confinement, and promotes co-existence with wildlife. More about our history and campaigns can be found at thefurbearers.com.

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