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Saturday, June 10, 2023


Animals

This interactive map features all of the dog-friendly businesses in Greater Victoria

It’s paws-itively wonderful 🐶

Six cougars euthanized following numerous attacks on Metchosin sheep farms

One sheep farmer says ‘changing times’ are to blame.

Saanich wants your input on which parks should be leash-optional for dogs

Who let the dogs out?! 🐕
Sooke Dog Park

These popular pop-up dog parks are now open in Saanich

Who let the dogs out?! 🐶

BC SPCA offering 50% off pet adoption prices in Victoria this weekend

A paws-itively purr-fect deal to help clear shelters!

Moulting elephant seal near Burnside Road escorted back to Colquitz Creek

It was being harassed by off-leash dogs.

Restoring Faith: Local animal rescue saves abused dog left chained up outdoors (PHOTOS)

She was surrounded by garbage and her own feces.

BC SPCA rescues injured labrador retriever with muzzle taped shut in Comox

Her leg will also have to be amputated.

CRD approves bylaw to cull Canada Goose population by way of egg addling

The population is doubling in size every 4 years.

Young dog’s death comes as shock following treatment at Victoria vet clinic

He was just under 2 years old.

This adorable grumpy-faced pooch is up for adoption in Victoria

And Joey is extremely affectionate! !! 🐕

Record-breaking numbers of whales were spotted off Victoria’s coast in 2022

They were spotted 1,221 times!

Here’s how you can get your pet on a beer label and support BC...

The real hard part is getting your camera shy pup to sit still for a portrait.

BC SPCA sees abrupt slowdown in adoptions following pandemic

They current have more than 1,500 animals in their care.

33% of pet owners in BC keep pets cool with AC despite costs: BC...

It can cost around $300 in electricity costs over the summer.

Cougar sighting at Thetis Lake prompts warning by West Shore RCMP

The cougar followed a woman and her dogs along the path.

Rare white raven on display at Vancouver Island wildlife recovery centre

He was found last year in grave condition.

Donations sought after dog found paralyzed on side of the road in Victoria

Funds will help pay for a set of wheels for the pup!

Here’s an interactive list of dog friendly businesses in Greater Victoria (MAP)

Organized by coffee shops, restaurants, retail and more! 🐾

Cougar caught strolling through downtown Comox (VIDEO)

“At first, I thought it was a dog.”

Victoria woman stresses pool safety after water intoxication claims life of beloved dog

Things turned fatal when the pup was playing in a kids’ pool.

BC SPCA offers 50% off cat adoption fees to combat shelter strain

Shelters are overwhelmed following large-scale cat intakes. 🐱

Meet Rigby: Victoria girl names RCMP puppy after winning annual contest

Paws to the rescue! 🐾

Plan the perfect playdate for your pooch with this all-new BC-based app

Make sure you're barking up the right tree! 🐶

Pomeranian puppy ‘Nugget’ stolen from Langford reunited with owner

Spread the paws-itive news! 🐾

RCMP issue alert after “aggressive” black bear encounter at Langford park

Police say the bear charged at a hiker in the parking lot.

New-born fawn caught on cam in Greater Victoria backyard (VIDEO)

Fawning season is officially underway! 🦌

Gender of youngest calf in Southern Resident orca family revealed (VIDEO)

Grab the pink confetti, Victoria! 🐋💗

Puppy owner pleads for help after truck, camper stolen from Langford with Pomeranian inside...

“Nugget is just a puppy. He is missed terribly.”

Officials stress safety after ‘unusually aggressive’ black bear encounter on Vancouver Island

The BCCOS is working to track down the bear.

BC SPCA donates 500 pet microchips to Island-based animal clinic

To reunite lost pets with their guardians. 🥰

Real-life Ruby from Netflix movie filmed in Victoria passes away

Rest in peace, Ruby ❤️

Avian flu forces closure of Vancouver Island wildlife rescue centre’s public facilities

They're pleading with the public for donations.

Avian influenza virus outbreak detected on Vancouver Island

Officials confirmed the outbreak on Wednesday.

Popular pop-up dog parks return to Saanich this summer

Who let the dogs out?! 🐶

Reward increased to $8,500 to help catch who killed two cougar kittens near Duncan 

The paws and heads of both kittens were removed.

BC SPCA issues call for foster homes after nearly two dozen rabbits surrendered in...

At least 9 foster homes are needed! 🐰

Two baby cougars were found killed and mutilated in Cowichan Valley last week

Warning: this story contains graphic details.

Shawnigan Lake ranch seeks donations to help raise rare hairless goat

The mom of newborn “Precious” abandoned her at birth. 💔

Here’s the story behind the goats on the roof of Coomb’s Old Country Market

It all started over a glass of wine 🍷🐐

Beach-goers asked to keep away from moulting seal at Victoria’s Gonzales Beach

“Please use caution, keep dogs away and give the seal space.”

Sea lion suffering from gunshot wounds succumbs to injuries at BC rescue centre

The incident happened last month.