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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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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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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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Summer is in full swing, so now is the perfect time for you and your dog to enjoy new adventures together. There are so many fun outdoor activities to try with your four-legged friend, including everything from hiking to swimming to jogging. However, it’s important to keep in mind the appropriate safety measures so that …
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With so much going on during the week it’s easy to get a little lazy or sidetracked when it comes to keeping our dogs active. Which is why once the weekend hits, so many of us want to take advantage of our time off to hang out with our furry friend and enjoy the great …
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There was a happy ending, including a birthday wish come true, for a cat named Milly who recently went missing from her family home in Kimberley, B.C. Shannon Magee and her family adopted Milly from the BC SPCA five years ago, along with another cat named Shelby. Both cats were microchipped at the time of …
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Summertime is always a fun season to spend outdoors with your pooch. Why not make it more special and productive by teaching your dog some useful new skills? “Learning new skills help build confidence for the learner, or in this case, the dog,” says AnimalKind accredited trainer Maren Bruun from Paw In Hand in Squamish. …
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The COVID-19 pandemic has uprooted our daily routines as we know them, forcing us to cling to what brings us the most comfort and security. It’s not surprising that so many of us are seeking joy and safety with our furry four-legged friends. “From those living with dementia to children with autism to those with …
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It’s a common scenario. A dog owner returns home from work to find their favourite chair reduced to a pile of stuffing, an unpleasant stain on the carpet and a frantic dog circling at the door. Cases of separation anxiety – also known as separation distress – are surprisingly common and may be an unintended …
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