Baited snares put pets at risk
These tips will keep your family safe and show you how to release snare traps in Canada.
November 20, 2024
Tag: dog
UPDATE: Charge laid in case of trapped dog
Pearl continues to recover from a full leg amputation following her encounter with a trap in February 2024.
September 4, 2024
Tips to keep pets and wildlife safe during Canada Day fireworks
For animal lovers of all types, this can be an extremely trying time, whether you have a dog who’s noise sensitive or reactionary, a cat that ventures outdoors, or are aware of the wildlife scurrying around your neighbourhood.
June 22, 2024
Quebec dog killed by trap near lake path
Dog’s companion believes the trap was set by a poacher targeting beavers, and land owners say they were unaware of traps.
April 30, 2024
My dog was sprayed by a skunk. Now what?
Need solutions to dealing with the smell or knowing when to seek veterinary care?
March 22, 2024
Working dog loses leg after days in trap
Family’s harrowing experience sparks calls for updates to trapping regulations – take action now!
February 26, 2024
Open Letter: Protect the public from the trapping industry
The Fur-Bearers sent a letter to BC Premier David Eby calling for trapping reforms after more pets injured in traps.
February 26, 2024
Dog trapped in killing neck snare in Hay River, NWT
Killing snares set within town limits highlights importance of municipal trapping bans.
November 23, 2023
ACTION ALERT: Pets injured, killed by traps across Canada
Incidents of companion animals injured and killed crop up in PEI, Manitoba, and Alberta as trapping season opens.
November 16, 2022
Coexisting: What to do when wildlife follows
Knowing how to respond to wildlife follows during a run or bike ride can make an amusing anecdote out of what may otherwise be an worrying wildlife encounter.
June 14, 2021
Unmarked leghold trap catches Okanagan dog
Resident notes trap was unmarked, covered in snow on service road near Proctor Lake in British Columbia.
February 16, 2021
Manitoba hiker caught in trap says he didn’t see the warning until it was too late
Similar incident inspired long-time director George Clements to get involved with The Fur-Bearers.
August 13, 2020
Joyful walks during the pandemic
Dogs are feeling stressed, too, and walks can be a place of joy for you both.
April 7, 2020
Cats, dogs and the coronavirus
How to keep your furry family members safe during the pandemic.
April 6, 2020
Caring for your animal companions after you’re gone
A will can protect your pets after you're gone and make sure their future care is binding.
March 2, 2020
Pet owners’ guide: coyotes in your community
Tips to reduce conflict and fear with wildlife for dog and cat families.
November 27, 2019
De-spooking: preparing pets for Halloween
Between door knocking, costumes, and west coast fireworks, Halloween can be a bit too spooky for pets.
October 7, 2019
NEWS: Reward offered in BC strychnine investigation
The Fur-Bearers are offering $1,000 to identify and convict the person(s) responsible for killing a beloved family pet and poaching. There are no graphic images in this article.
April 24, 2019
Breaking down the coyote mating meme
Coyotes are mating, but inaccurate social media posts hide cruelty in plain sight.
February 21, 2019
Boss’ Snare Story
Boss was caught and injured by a snare. This is his story, as told by his guardian Amanda Duke.
February 13, 2019
Cruel snares EXPOSED by John E. Marriott
Documentary video by wildlife photographer shows impact of inhumane snares.
February 8, 2019
Remembering Titus
Kimberly Ross shares the tragic story of her family's companion Titus dying in a legally set snare adjacent to their farm.
February 6, 2019
ACTION ALERT: Make Trap Signs Mandatory To Protect Pets and Families!
We are calling on the government of British Columbia to immediately enact a trap warning sign system that requires trappers to post bright, visible signage at all access points when traps are within 20 metres of a street, service road, trail, pathway, or other publicly accessible area.
November 28, 2018
Kamloops man suing trapper whose device killed his dog
$15,288.50 in damages sought according to court documents obtained by The Fur-Bearers
November 16, 2018
