BC announces $12-million for four new animal shelters across the province as demand rises

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Open this photo in gallery: BC Premier David Eby gave a treat to a corgi named Honey before a news conference in Vancouver on June 26. He says work is continuing to establish a pet breeder registry in the province to reduce pressure on existing SPCA facilities, while addressing cases of animal abuse associated with substandard breeders.DARRYL DYCK/The Canadian Press BC Premier David Eby hung out with some dogs while announcing $12-million in funding toward the construction of four new SPCA facilities. Several of the society’s dogs were brought in Monday while Eby announced the funding would be used to…

Droitwich students are now equipped to properly care for pet rabbits thanks to Blue Cross

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CHILDREN from a Droitwich school are the latest among the future generation to learn about the complex needs of domesticated rabbits as part of Blue Cross’ plans to educate pet owners. Four, five and six-year-olds at the Ombersley Endowed First School were treated to an in-depth presentation by Blue Cross education officer, Jason Cortis on how best to look after pet bunnies. According to a recent PDSA report, 53 per cent of rabbit owners lack the necessary knowledge of their pets’ basic care needs. The Blue Cross talk, arranged by local developer Bromford, hopes to help the younger generation understand…

The SPCA seizes 162 rabbits from the Abbotsford property

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The BC SPCA seized 162 rabbits from an Abbotsford home on May 26, but the man behind the operation says the animals were not in any danger and he is fighting to get them back. SPCA spokesperson Eileen Drever said the agency received a call from someone concerned about animals being “possibly in distress” at a home in a residential neighborhood in central Abbotsford. She said she couldn’t comment on the specifics of the case, but, generally, the agency visits a reported location and makes recommendations on improvements that should be made. “If they fail to follow our recommendations, then…

Nuisance rabbits and squirrels in Appleton can be trapped and relocated with permission

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A rabbit sits in a pot of vegetables. Reader questions: We live in Appleton, and we have a problem with rabbits eating many of our flowering plants and shrubs in our yard. We also have squirrels gnawing on some of our expensive outdoor furniture. I have a friend in Kimberly who traps rabbits and then lets them go to the country. Can we legally trap and release in Appleton without getting in trouble? Answer: Landowners in Wisconsin can legally trap rabbits and squirrels on their own property at any time without a license. State law also allows landowners to hunt…

Dangerous rabbit terrorizes neighborhood

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PERRY, Iowa (KCCI) – People often think of bunnies as cute little creatures featured in Easter celebrations and county fairs. But what if one jumped up and bit you? Such an animal has been terrorizing a community outside Des Moines, Iowa. People living in Perry say a cute black bunny patrolling their neighborhood has been far from friendly. One person captured on camera the animal aggressively lunging at them. It did more to Ramona Rustan. “It jumps up and bites me,” Rustan said. “I am like, ‘Oh, my gosh. I just got bit by a bunny.’” She said the bad…

Friendship between a cat and a rabbit will make you say aww | Trending

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We all have good days and bad days. And when going through a tough day at home or at work, certain things always make us smile. For some, it could be the little gestures by their loved ones or having their favorite foods. Others may simply smile by scrolling through cute animal videos. And if you’re also someone who falls into the last category, we have something that will surely brighten up your mood. Cat and rabbit being friends.(Twitter/@buitengebieden) In a video posted by the Twitter account @buitengebieden, a cat and a rabbit make the cutest of friends. When the…

Don’t change safari routes, Maharashtra tiger reserves told | Nagpur News

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NAGPUR: At a time when there is a demand to open up additional areas in the park for tourism, the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA), a statutory body monitoring all tiger reserves, has directed tiger reserves to follow pre-designated routes only and there should be no change in safari routes. The NTCA advisory was issued on March 1 to chief wildlife wardens of all tiger-ranging states. The tiger reserves have been asked to submit a compliance report by April 1.The NTCA has said, “There must be no route change in the safaris being carried out in tiger reserves and the…

Think twice before adopting a rabbit for Easter – Kelowna News

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Think twice about a bunny Madison Erhardt With Easter just a few weeks away, The Responsible Animal Care Society (TRACS) is encouraging families to stick to a chocolate bunny instead of a real one this holiday. TRACS president Cyndy Mymka says it’s important to think through adopting a pet and they shouldn’t be bought on impulse. “We diminish the lives of animals when we look at them as Easter novelties. They are living sentient beings. When we sit and think of baby bunnies for Easter. What do you do with them after? If that’s the way you are going to…