Trapping seasons open in Canada: how to stay safe
Body-gripping traps and snares do not require signage and can quickly injure or kill domestic animals, in addition to wildlife.
October 7, 2024
Tag: trapping
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
Proposed regulatory changes to neck snares may harm wildlife
Read The Fur-Bearers’ submission to Ontario’s consultation on restraining neck snares and take action today!
June 27, 2024
BC increases Wildlife Act fines
Increased fines for violations welcome, but impact for wildlife in British Columbia uncertain.
June 18, 2024
Action Alert! Proposed changes to snare regulations in Ontario
Submit your feedback to the Government of Ontario over regulatory changes to restraining snares for coyotes and wolves.
June 4, 2024
Watch The Fur-Bearers present to PEI committee on trapping
Trapping is the subject of public debate on Prince Edward Island. Watch our presentation to the government committee studying the issue.
May 30, 2024
Rally to end trapping in PEI this week
Multiple dogs killed or injured by traps driving citizen-led effort for change in island province.
May 1, 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
Petition tabled in PEI: thousands call for end to trapping
A citizen-led effort to prohibit commerical trapping and snaring in Prince Edward Island continues to grow and gain momentum.
April 12, 2024
Trapping bycatch: Barred owl killed by Conibear trap
An owl killed by a trap in British Columbia’s interior highlights the dangers that indiscrimate traps pose to wild and domestic animals.
March 28, 2024
BC Government open to trapping reforms
Minister’s comments signals willingness to bring in changes to protect the public from trapping.
February 28, 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
Horse shot dead, left for bait on British Columbia trapline
Disturbing scene raises environmental and ethical questions about the use of bait on traplines.
February 20, 2024
Do Canadians believe trapping is humane?
National survey reveals what Canadians think about killing neck snares and leg-hold traps.
February 6, 2024
Can leg-hold traps harm coyotes and other wildlife?
This post fact-checks a statement that padded leg-hold traps aren’t painful for coyotes.
January 29, 2024
Trapping coyotes for research in Stanley Park is dangerous
The Fur-Bearers has called for the University of British Columbia to suspend research project.
January 24, 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
Raccoons maimed, killed due to traps
Three raccoons were seriously injured by traps at a Mission, BC, residence. Two of the raccoons were humanely euthanized due to extent of injuries, one may survive.
January 10, 2024
Killing neck snares: simple design, significant suffering
Snare traps are widely used to kill Canadian wildlife in the commercial fur trade. This post looks at the impact of snares on wildlife and pets.
January 7, 2024
PEI trapping report slammed by wildlife charity
The Fur-Bearers has sent an open letter calling on the PEI government to commission a new report on trapping that is free from real or perceived fur industry bias.
December 5, 2023
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
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
Online Pet First Aid Certification Course Giveaway!
Understanding how to help your pet in a medical emergency can save their life. Enter our giveaway to win an online pet first aid certification course.
October 4, 2023
