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If you’re headed back to work or have a jam-packed day, it’s important that your pets receive care, attention and exercise when we can’t be there to tend to their needs. A dog daycare can be a great choice for some dogs. Rather than stay home with the potential of being bored (and getting into …
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Pet parents told us about training challenges they face and we asked BC SPCA recommended AnimalKind accredited trainers to share, in their own words, their advice. Here is what they said: Training challenge 1: Barking and more barking Barking at anything and everything! What to do when your dog barks at everyday things like the …
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Humans are drawn to colours. We choose our clothing and interior design based on our favourite hues and what we think looks best. If you were given two options of something – let’s say, a ball — that were two different colours, chances are you would reach for the one that’s closest to your preferred …
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A recent dog attack in Coquitlam in which a group of off-leash dogs wearing shock collars attacked a smaller dog has led the BC SPCA to issue a warning about the use of shock collars. In reference to the recent incident, Dr. Karen van Haaften, senior manager of behaviour and welfare for the BC SPCA …
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A vacuum cleaner, a car ride, a fun party with friends. These things might seem innocuous to pet owners, but they could trigger anxiety for your cat. This might explain why, upon switching on the vacuum cleaner, your cat’s ears go back and they slink away to hide underneath the couch. Or why they hiss …
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As air quality advisories come up across the province due to wildfires, it’s worth taking precautions to ensure our pets are as comfortable as humans are in the haze and summer heat. When air quality advisories are issued, many of the same warnings for humans tend to apply for cats, dogs and other animals. This …
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You’ve created your catio, and your cat adores it. After all, catios provide enrichment, fresh air, and the stimulation of nature as well as ensures safety for your cat from the outdoors while protecting wildlife too. Why wouldn’t they like it? As the kind-hearted and creative pet guardian you are, you now might be wondering …
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Catios, or cat patios, are cat enclosures that provide enrichment, fresh air, and the stimulation of nature as well as ensures safety for your cat from the outdoors while protecting wildlife too. No matter where you live, whether you have a backyard or a balcony, a catio is the purrfect hangout spot for you and …
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With temperatures rising you might be looking for fun ways to cool off with your furry friend. Swimming is a great summer activity to enjoy with your dog: it’s low-impact, it’s enjoyable, and it’s a fantastic way to beat the heat. However, like most physical activities, there are a number of safety issues to keep …
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With the warmer weather you might be considering how you can ramp up your daily walks with your pooch. Jogging is a fun exercise to enjoy with your dog but there are a few things to keep in mind. Below are some tips on how to jog safely with your dog this summer. 1. Get …
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