Off-leash dogs in provincial parks get bans, owners fined in Alberta
Dogs can create problems for wildlife in natural areas.
November 20, 2019
Tag: dogs
Dog days of summer: tips to keep pets and wildlife safe
Finding the balance between freedom and safety starts with knowing your local ecosystem.
July 9, 2019
Dr. Marc Bekoff On What It Means To Unleash Our Dogs
Dr. Marc Bekoff talks Unleashing Your Dog, the new field guide to giving your dog their best life, co-authored by Dr. Jessica Pierce.
June 27, 2019
The Fur-Bearers ask residents to call in tips on Mississauga snares
Peel police investigating after eleven snares found in urban park, one coyote was injured and another killed.
April 3, 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: Ban snares in Canada!
Too many animals have suffered as a result of snares, and our governments have the power to stop that.
January 26, 2019
Leash up: dogs can create conflict
Wildlife can pay the price when dogs are allowed off-leash outside of designated areas.
November 6, 2018
How you and your dog can co-exist with coyotes
These three tips are a starting point to make sure your whole family – and your wild neighbours – stay safe.
August 21, 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
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 16, 2018
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
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
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
This Common Sense Policy Update Can Help Keep Dogs Safe From Traps (513)
Creating trap warning sign policies would allow outdoor enthusiasts to make informed decisions. Hear more and take action with this week’s podcast!
February 6, 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
IFAW Partners With Communities For Their Northern Dogs Project (510)
Jan Hannah joined the Defender Radio Podcast to discuss IFAW's Northern Dogs Project, the history of working with Cree and Anishinaabe communities, and why it matters that as advocates we focus on listening.
January 22, 2018
More unanswered questions than facts in CTV report on coyote conflict
Conflict with wildlife can be frightening, upsetting, and anger-inducing. But that shouldn’t stop a journalist from doing their job.
December 12, 2017
Quebec fur farmer found guilty of animal cruelty
$5,000 fine, 75 hours of community service, and a 15-year ban on animal ownership other than farmed mink for Montérégie fur farm owner.
November 21, 2017
Four podcasts every animal lover should be listening to on International Podcast Day
Learn how to be a better advocate, find out about new causes, and help the animals with these great podcasts.
September 29, 2017
447: IFAW to the Rescue
Res Krebs of IFAW discusses emergency response to the hurricanes that devastated the U.S. Virgin Islands, the realities facing recovery efforts, and how we can all help the people and the animals.
September 26, 2017
Three things kids should know if they see animals on their walk to school
You might be surprised at what #3 says to keep your family, as well as wildlife and domestic animals, safe!
September 6, 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
Camping, hiking, and backyard lounging: co-existing with pets and wildlife from spring into summer
The smell of the lake, the waving tree tops, the late-night hoots howls: it may still be spring, but it’s feeling a bit more like
May 24, 2017
