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Caring for a puppy takes time, effort and patience. How they are raised helps shape the dog’s personality when they become an adult. So how to care for a puppy? Feed, train and socialize your puppy. Play with them and keep them safe. In return, they will give you a lifetime of companionship. Talk about …
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News Category: Pet care
The BC SPCA sees many animals in its care with behaviour challenges. Some have experienced traumatic circumstances and others never got the socialization or training they should have received. The work the BC SPCA staff do to help these animals gives them a second chance to be loved in a forever home. One of the …
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News Category: Animal Stories, Pet care
A lot of people think cats can be stand-off “ish” and don’t show affection. But it just isn’t true. “Cats show their affection in a number of beautiful ways,” says Karen van Haaften, DVM, DACVB, Veterinary Behaviorist, “You just need to know what to look for and create an environment where they are comfortable doing so.” …
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News Category: Pet care
February is heart month – a reminder to everyone to think about cardiovascular health and that includes our pets! Heart disease for dogs can be a serious health issue. One in ten dogs has heart disease and that increases to one in six for older dogs. Knowledge of the five common signs of heart disease …
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News Category: Pet care
January 22, 2023, marks the Lunar New Year and the Year of the Rabbit begins. The rabbit is the luckiest animal on the Chinese zodiac and symbolizes the character traits of creativity, compassion and sensitivity. It is a great time to learn more about our furry friends. “Rabbits are a much more complex and interesting …
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Winter weather can mean more time spent indoors. It can be a challenge for pet guardians to keep our furry family members entertained. We reached out to our AnimalKind accredited trainers for some easy activities you can do with your dog to help keep them busy and prevent boredom. 1. Snuffle Mats A snuffle mat …
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News Category: Pet care
Dogs and peanut butter are almost as synonymous as peanut butter and jelly. It’s as if your dog has a sixth sense about the nutty spread. No sooner do you open the jar and your furry friend is there, waiting for a lick. A number of pet guardians give their dog a snack of peanut …
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News Category: Pet care
As temperatures begin to drop below freezing around the province, we are sharing our top tips on how to keep your pet safe in winter conditions. Salt on sidewalks Guardians should watch for the salt or sand used on sidewalks as it can get between your dog’s paw pads or toes. Salt and sand are …
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News Category: Pet care
South Okanagan dog training company Wei With Tails has received BC SPCA’s AnimalKind accreditation, becoming the only dog training company in the region to hold the distinction. Sandy Wei, owner and trainer at Wei With Tails, is happy to receive the recognition. Wei says, “I am very proud to be a multi-certified dog trainer in …
News Category: Pet care
