Keeping animals safe during Victoria Day fireworks
Fireworks on the May 2-4 weekend are a tradition – but they can create hazardous situations for wildlife and pets. Read our guide to keeping animals safe!
May 15, 2025
Tag: cats
The Outdoor Cat Conundrum: How Catios Help Biodiversity
Stats show a sizable impact on wildlife from outdoor cats – catios are the perfect solution that provides natural stimulation while protect biodiversity.
April 7, 2025
Alarming trend: More pets caught in traps in BC
A record 15 individual incidents of pets caught in traps set for wildlife in 2021 and 2023.
November 12, 2024
Wildfire Preparedness for Pet Families
Including dogs, cats, small mammals, and even large animals like horses in your family plan can keep everyone safe should the worst happen.
May 14, 2024
Dogs and cats caught in traps
Learn how to release pets from traps and why dogs and cats are common victims in Canada.
January 15, 2024
Keep pets safe over the holidays with these tips
Holiday foods can lead to digestive emergencies, stress can lead to behavioural concerns, and a shift in schedules throws anyone off! Read more on how to keep your pets healthy and happy over the holidays.
December 11, 2023
Why are dogs and cats getting injured and killed by traps?
Traps set for wildlife pose a danger to the public. This post looks at the circumstances behind companion animals becoming caught in traps.
October 12, 2023
How to release pets from wildlife traps
The Fur-Bearers’ new educational video provides information on how to release a dog or cat from a trap in an emergency situation.
September 26, 2023
Traps are injuring and killing pets, new data released
New resesarch provides insight into the number of dogs and cats being caught in wildlife traps across Canada.
April 11, 2023
Domestic Violence & Pets Part ii: Parachutes for Pets
Parachutes for Pets in Calgary is a grassroots organization that is working to build community supports to protect the connection between people and their companion
July 12, 2021
Domestic Violence & Pets Part i: Urban Resource Institute
Urban Resource Institute, America’s largest domestic violence residential service provider. and the National Domestic Violence Hotline, recently released the results of their national survey. The
July 12, 2021
Keeping animals safe when fireworks are used
Fireworks can cause panic and significant reactions to wildlife, pets and people living with trauma or anxiety conditions. These tips may help keep animals and people safe.
June 29, 2021
Four ways to keep pets and wildlife safe
Pets and wildlife can coexist, too, staring with these tips for your community!
February 16, 2021
Cats and ferrets can catch COVID-19
Report launches investigation by World Health Organization.
April 9, 2020
Our Pets and the Pandemic
The Fur-Bearers’ team are keeping furry family members entertained!
April 8, 2020
Slow down: Wildlife, pets and children are still using roads
Fewer cars on the road doesn’t mean speed limits and danger don’t exist.
March 30, 2020
ACTION ALERT: Allow Municipalities To Protect Families And Wildlife
It is time for Minister Doug Donaldson to take action and protect British Columbians from the dangers of traps.
December 13, 2019
Four ways to keep cats (and wildlife) happy and safe
Cats face numerous dangers and are a threat to wildlife when allowed to roam. Here’s some tips to keep your cat happy and safe!
July 10, 2019
Celebrating Catios
The BC SPCA wants cats to have a safe place outside and joined the podcast to discuss catios.
June 13, 2019
Vancouver catio tour will be the cat’s meow!
The BC SPCA has created a self-guided tour on June 9, 2019 to show off catios of all shapes and sizes in the Vancouver area.
June 5, 2019
Three ways to co-exist with raccoons and cats
Responsible pet ownership and understanding the principles of co-existence are key to preventing conflict.
July 16, 2018
New Brunswick aims to control rabies with vaccination program
Government program to hand and aerial drop vaccines a compassionate plan.
July 5, 2018
Quiet, but not quite silent: fireworks displays change for the animals
Municipalities are ditching big booms to protect wildlife, but pyrotechnics aren’t silent.
July 4, 2018
OPEN LETTER: Minister Donaldson, it’s time for you to take action and protect pets
Read our open letter telling BC to protect pets and families from traps with warning signs – and take action yourself!
February 13, 2018
