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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

Animals

Over 40 dogs and cats living in shockingly unsanitary conditions rescued off Vancouver Island

They were forced to live in their own filth.

Vancouver Island family  reunited with cat nearly 7 months after she went missing

Gotta love a happy ending!

Wandering alpaca highly entertained as he took a sneaky evening stroll through Nanaimo

A cute story with a happy ending!

Winery Dogs of BC: Victoria author releases annual fundraising calendar in honour of daughter

Cuteness with a paw-sitive impact!

A century of nature: Victoria Harbour Migratory Bird Sanctuary celebrates 100th anniversary

Get ready for an action packed three-day celebration!

Road to recovery: Severely injured kitten found in forested area near Victoria

She’ll have to have one of her eyes removed.

Vancouver Island photographer makes top 100 in worldwide pet photography competition

You could be the next top photographer!

Saanich’s dog-leashing phase of new park sharing strategy to proceed as planned

Despite some people wanting more off-leash parks.

There’s a cat adoption event happening at Uptown’s PetSmart this week

But there is a limited amount of kittens!

Anti-leash advocates launch organization in defiance of Saanich’s new parks strategy

They are prepared to fight until the next election in 2026.

Most British Columbians are opposed to using and killing animals for entertainment

But a vast majority are fine with eating them.

Over 130 orca whales spotted upon their return to Vancouver Island waters

Get your whale-watching gear ready!

There’s a Victoria-based brewery that now offers a menu just for dogs

Treat yourself and your furry pals! 🐶

BC is seeking public input on bear-viewing activities around the province

Human safety and impact on bear populations are top concerns.

‘It’s a bunanza’: BC SPCA offering half price on bunny adoption

Find yourself a fluffy friend 🐇

Saanich’s controversial People, Pets and Parks Strategy prompts protest by dog owners

The district is trying to make parks more accessible for all users.

Mama humpback whales and their new calves return to Vancouver Island waters

Get out your binoculars! 🐋
Electricity bills are going up!

BC SPCA offering 50% off pet adoption fees for cats this weekend

Ready to bring home your new furry friend? 🐾

Puppy pushback: Saanich dog owners are furious over allocation of off-leash parks

57 of 171 parks will allow for off-leash options.

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.
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!

21 dog-friendly eateries you can enjoy in Victoria this spring

The most pup-ular spots around! 🐶

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! 🐾