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
Tag: traps
The dangers of snap and glue traps
Commonly sold in grocery or hardware stores, these inexpensive traps can cause significant suffering for wildlife and pets.
November 15, 2022
Five tips to keep your family safe during trapping season
The Fur-Bearers continues to push for common-sense updates to trapping regulations, but in the meantime, these tips may prevent tragedy.
October 24, 2022
Letter: Ruby’s death shows need for trapping reform in Manitoba
Beloved companion died in an unmarked trap set for coyotes while on a walk. It is time for Manitoba to do better.
February 4, 2021
Radio ads launched to raise awareness of B.C. trapping
Thousands of animals killed, maimed by traps every year, including dogs and cats.
October 13, 2020
GRAPHIC CONTENT: Delta raccoon tortured by trap; reward up to $6,000
The Fur-Bearers, community members seek justice for injured raccoon.
May 26, 2020
Five facts: what’s so humane about fur?
Before you scroll away, consider if your family pet had to endure this treatment.
November 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
Intolerable Cruelty paints an alarming picture of wildlife killing in Canada
Dr. Gilbert Proulx’s book spells out the scientific case to end the use of snares and strychnine.
February 28, 2019
Cruel snares EXPOSED by John E. Marriott
Documentary video by wildlife photographer shows impact of inhumane snares.
February 8, 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
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
#MakeFurHistory: three mistakes to avoid in your advocacy
These advocacy mistakes can create problems for you, and ultimately, the animals.
August 30, 2017
