Pets & People

Premier David Eby announced $12 million for four new SPCA shelters in B.C. Monday. (Jeffrey Ferrier/Twitter)

B.C. government dishes out $12 million for 4 new SPCA shelters

Vancouver, Prince George, Duncan and Fort St. John to receive new facilities

 

Proposed amendments to the Family Law Act promise to help answer questions about who gets to keep a pet during divorce proceedings. (Black Press Media file photo)

New B.C. legislation looks to clarify pet custody during divorce

Attorney General Niki Sharma tabled proposed changes to Family Law Act Monday (March 27)

 

Other SPCA services from the non-profit, such as animal cruelty investigations, sheltering, and pet adoption services for dogs like Bear (pictured) will continue. Photo: Jim Bailey

Greater Trail municipalities will not renew SPCA animal control contract

Municipalities of Regional District of Kootenay Boundary will no longer be funding…

 

A Kelowna woman is cloning her cat Bear after he was killed at only five years old (Kris Stewart/ Facebook)

Kelowna woman to soon receive kittens cloned after her beloved late cat

A Kelowna woman is replicating her beloved cat Bear

A Kelowna woman is cloning her cat Bear after he was killed at only five years old (Kris Stewart/ Facebook)
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Does your pet actually like wearing a Halloween costume?

“If they duck to get away, keep their tail low or ears…

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Dogs do weird things, but why?

Dogs certainly do strange things, but they have their reasons! Like us…

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Miracle has been recovering in the care of Shuswap Paws Rescue Society volunteer Siobhan Rich and is coming up for adoption. (Contributed)

‘Worst condition I’ve ever seen:’ Dog rescued in the Shuswap earns Miracle name

Shuswap Paws Rescue Society volunteer encourages donations for ongoing efforts

Miracle has been recovering in the care of Shuswap Paws Rescue Society volunteer Siobhan Rich and is coming up for adoption. (Contributed)
Dr. Adrian Walton with Basil the ball python. (Special to The News)

Lower Mainland vet has big snakes that need homes

Boa constrictor and ball python will be up for adoption through Maple Ridge veterinary office

Dr. Adrian Walton with Basil the ball python. (Special to The News)
Wherever you and the pets are headed this year, be aware of ticks. Photo: Black Press

PET CARE: Tips for tick prevention

Pet columnist Nicolette Joosting shares her tips for keeping furry friends safe from tick bites

Wherever you and the pets are headed this year, be aware of ticks. Photo: Black Press
Joy Joy went missing from Glenmerry on Nov. 1. Photo: Teresa Cragg-Crockett

Trail family desperate for return of their beloved therapy dog

Joy Joy, a four-year old black cockapoo went missing from Glenmerry on Nov. 1

Joy Joy went missing from Glenmerry on Nov. 1. Photo: Teresa Cragg-Crockett
Aug. 8 is International Cat Day, a celebration of our favourite felines, like this little gal named Zola. (Jessee Regnier photo)

International Cat Day today #meow

On International Cat Day please share photos of your love-able felines

Aug. 8 is International Cat Day, a celebration of our favourite felines, like this little gal named Zola. (Jessee Regnier photo)
Petunia, 4, was adopted from a Kootenay rescue group in early February. (Sheri Regnier photo)

Puppy scams skyrocket during pandemic

Advisory issued by the Better Business Bureau

Petunia, 4, was adopted from a Kootenay rescue group in early February. (Sheri Regnier photo)
Too Cute is keeping Hope Watson’s spirit shining bright through uncertain times, especially this long weekend as the two cannot walk through town to show off their Easter finest and bring smiles to all. (Tammy Lee Bagg photo)

Easter spirit shines from afar

Hope and TC are dressing up for Easter, but they’ll wait until next year to parade through town

Too Cute is keeping Hope Watson’s spirit shining bright through uncertain times, especially this long weekend as the two cannot walk through town to show off their Easter finest and bring smiles to all. (Tammy Lee Bagg photo)
Shirley Hubel and Spirit, her prized Shetland Sheepdog, took part in Breed Education Day on March 14 at the Trail mall. (Sheri Regnier photo)

Spirit of Brigadoon steals the show

Breed Education Day was at Trail Waneta Plaza last Saturday

Shirley Hubel and Spirit, her prized Shetland Sheepdog, took part in Breed Education Day on March 14 at the Trail mall. (Sheri Regnier photo)