LA considering trap ban
What a year for the animals of the west coast. On the heels of our own trap ban victory in Nanaimo, news hit this week
December 5, 2013
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Our new look
You may have noticed that things look a little different on thefurbearers.com today. That's because they ARE a little different. For the last few months
December 3, 2013
Episode 109: Something to talk about
Just talking about wildlife and animal welfare isn’t always enough; we have to do it effectively. Whether it’s working with the government, getting through to
December 1, 2013
A Tree of hope
As we lay cozy in our beds, safe from the biting chill of winter, there are animals alone in the woods or in cages who
November 29, 2013
British Columbians against fur trade
A recent poll has shown what we’ve been saying for years: the vast majority of British Columbians are opposed to the fur trade. Insights West,
November 27, 2013
WTO upholds seal ban
The World Trade Organization has announced they are upholding a European Union decision to ban the importation of seal products – an important victory for
November 25, 2013
Episode 108: Teamwork
As an organization we seek to promote the protection of fur-bearing animals. But we can’t do it alone. We partner with volunteers, donors, private companies
November 25, 2013
Giving back the fur
One of the most prevalent questions we receive at APFA is “what can I do with this fur?” Whether it’s a hand-me-down mink stole, or
November 24, 2013
Beaver Lake beavers part of the solution
The media is quickly tuning into the dire environmental situation at Stanley Park’s Beaver Lake. According to an article in the Times Colonist, the ecologically
November 20, 2013
Action Item: Oak Bay to kill 25 deer
Guest blogger Dave Shiskoff Oak Bay City Hall has announced that they’re planning to exterminate 25 deer over the next year (see Times Colonist article
November 19, 2013
Episode 107: Spring bear hunt
Misinformation and lobbying has resulted in the return of Ontario’s spring bear hunt. The hunt was originally cancelled in 1999 after science and reports from
November 18, 2013
Protecting wildlife: dollars and sense
There’s a clear environmental argument for preserving wildlife habitat and the species whom inhabit them. There’s also a clear ethical argument for the same. But
November 14, 2013
Wynne’s war on wildlife continues
It is expected that Ontario Minister of Natural Resources, David Orazietti will announce a re-introduction of the spring bear hunt imminently. This will be the
November 13, 2013
Episode 106: On the books
The written word is powerful. Be it a collection of ideas, a policy or a dire warning, words can change the world. In this week’s episode of Defender Radio, we bring to you interviews with Toronto City Councillor Glenn De Baeremaeker, who updated city policy to protect coyotes; Dr. Aysha Akhtar, a medical doctor who has written a book warning the world of the consequences of continuing to abuse animals; and Dr. Marc Bekoff, who recently released a collection of his popular Psychology Today essays in a new book.
November 12, 2013
Thousands in fines for man who removed traps
Jonce Straklevski, a Perth-area man, was arrested by the OPP and charged with criminal mischief and theft under $5,000. His crime? Removing beaver traps from
November 8, 2013
Study: BC’s grizzlies at risk
A study out of SFU and University of Victoria is pointing to scientific uncertainty as a warning that the current lethal practices of grizzly bear
November 7, 2013
Episode 104: Hope
Advocates are exposed to horrendous truths. Injured, abused, neglected and tortured animals become a part of a daily routine for those seeking justice and coexistence.
October 28, 2013
Rare spotted skunk caught in rat trap
We’re routinely told that trappers or 'pest control' are able to ensure only their intended target is caught in a trap. That was disproven again,
October 26, 2013
RCMP intentionally run over coyote in Moncton
The CBC reported yesterday that an RCMP officer in Moncton, New Brunswick, intentionally ran over a coyote, who alleged that it was the safest way
October 23, 2013
Nail-riddled chicken set as bait
Dog walkers, parents and the general public were shocked when police revealed nail-ridden chunks of chicken were found in a public park in Thornbury, Ontario
October 20, 2013
Episode 103: The Bear Truth
Getting through the spin in marketing and media isn’t always easy. But with this week’s group of experts, we’re hoping to give you a helping
October 20, 2013
Violet: first victim of trapping season
A family is without their beloved Jack Russell Terrier, Violet, after her life was taken in the grips of a beaver trap in Manitoba. Trapping
October 17, 2013
Science brings end to cull in NJ
The community of Princeton, New Jersey, was seriously considering a cull. Hunters were rubbing their palms in preparation of the town’s policy, which would allow
October 15, 2013
Near miss for pets, hikers in Nanaimo
A group of hikers and their pets had a close call near Nanaimo recently, when they stumbled upon body-gripping traps set for beavers. According to
October 11, 2013
