Spring safety: preventing conflict with dogs and wildlife
Simple tips that can keep your dogs, and local wildlife, safe and happy as the season rolls over.
February 27, 2018
Tag: dog
Adam Winston’s Podcast Explores Dogs In Our World (515)
Adam Winston, host of the Dogs In Our World podcast, opens up in this in-depth interview about his journey to develop his show, the lessons learned from dog experts, and what he’s learned about himself and the world around him through a love of dogs.
February 19, 2018
ACTION ALERT: Warning signs would protect dogs from dangerous traps
Send a letter to your provincial representative demanding common-sense protections from traps.
January 26, 2018
OPEN LETTER: Inside Halton is failing people, their pets, and the wildlife of their communities
The goals of Inside Halton are commendable. But the results are not, and could in fact create dangerous scenarios…
September 28, 2017
Three ways to keep your pets safe during trapping season
Dogs and cats are maimed or killed in legally set traps across Canada every year. You can protect your pets with these tips.
September 20, 2017
444: Bark To School
Dog behaviour expert Joan Weston talks separation anxiety, back to school changes, and finding effective, science-based training for family pets as we go Bark To School.
September 5, 2017
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. The Fur-Bearers want to help you reduce the stress of Canada Day celebrations for yourself and the animals, and make sure everyone can still have a good time.
June 27, 2017
Five things every animal lover should have in their car
Being prepared to help an animal in need can be as simple as keeping a few basic supplies in your car. Animal lovers want to help when they see a loose dog wandering the neighbourhood on a hot day, or a squirrel with an injured limb unable to climb a tree – and with these five items in your car, you’ll be ready to do just that.
June 13, 2017
Three tips to keep your dogs and local wildlife co-existing as spring blossoms
There are few feelings as great as hitting the sidewalks, paths, and unmapped trails with our four-legged friends, or setting up the family barbecue with
April 20, 2017
We asked when helping an injured animal is a crime, and we didn’t get an answer
Wanting to help an animal, be it a beaver or a family pet, injured by a trap is a natural reaction to most people in
April 7, 2017
Five tips to protect your family and your pets from ticks
It’s officially here: tick season. Veterinarians have anecdotally reported to The Fur-Bearers that dogs they’ve treated are arriving with the blood sucking arachnids attached, and
March 29, 2017
Three ways you and your dogs can co-exist with wildlife
The question is common, and a good one to ask: what do I do if I’m with my dog and I see a coyote? Coyotes
February 24, 2017
Open letter: Co-existing with Mississauga’s wildlife
Living with wildlife can be challenging, but it is both possible and beneficial for residents to learn how. At times when we mourn the loss of a beloved family pet, these discussions are difficult, as understandable anger gets directed at the wildlife who shares our communities
February 9, 2017
Rabies in Hamilton: a time for caution, but not fear
A rise in rabies cases in Hamilton, Ontario, and the recent discovery of a domestic cat who had contracted the deadly virus has led the
February 8, 2017
OPEN LETTER: Minister McGarry: will you protect Ontarians on trails?
The tragic news reported of a resident, Krista Godbout, who is mourning the horrific loss of her dog, Tanner, who was killed in December near the Kawarthas by a baited killing trap on a publicly accessible trail, must have reached your office.
January 24, 2017
Pet owners and families have reasonable expectation of safety
A Northwest Territories woman is thankful her dog survived a baited snare while on a walk, but government responses to these instances must change. The
January 11, 2017
Snare kills pet: Newfoundland & Labrador family in mourning
“He was just out on his morning walk and my mom thought he was in a fight with an animal. By the time she got
December 5, 2016
The frightening truth behind the viral video of a polar bear petting a dog
A short video of a polar bear apparently patting a dog in Northern Canada quickly went viral this weekend, with exclamations of glee from animal
November 18, 2016
Fear-based policy doesn’t help, but hurts the animals
Coyotes, wolves, and bully-breed dogs all have one thing in common today: unfounded fears get them killed en masse. This week the City of Montreal
September 28, 2016
Trudeau government to allow importation of dog and cat fur
Disappointed isn’t a strong enough word for what we’re feeling today. Last night, the Trudeau government announced their response to our formal parliamentary petition e-123,
September 20, 2016
Newfoundlander recommends dog owners carry pliers after snaring incident
A family nearly lost their best friend to a snare while coming home from vacation in Newfoundland. Local radio station VOCM (590 AM) reported that
August 2, 2016
Remember these 4 things for the animals when using fireworks on Canada Day
Brilliant flashes of light, thunderous cracks, and the gleeful screams of crowds are what we love about Canada Day. But for non-human animals (and some
June 29, 2016
Fear leads to Quebec dogs being targeted, suffering
Dogs in Quebec are being targeted with cruelty and anger following the ongoing politically-driven debate on breed specific legislation. CTV yesterday reported that at least
June 27, 2016
Speculation runs rampant after dogs fall ill from mystery meat in park
Dogs follow their noses, and that can get them in trouble. And now dog owners in Delta, BC, are following their noses to get to
May 31, 2016
