Animal Stories

Watch: Dog left tethered to vehicle in B.C. Costco parking lot, owner fined

Even brief heat exposure can be harmful to pets, warn city officials.

May 6, 2025 5:10 PM Read more >

Adoptable pet of the week: Orwell is a handsome pup who loves attention

Orwell is an energetic, sweet guy who has stolen the hearts of staff at BC SPCA West Vancouver

May 2, 2025 6:25 PM Read more >

Baby boom: Flock of five for ewe Abigail

Nothing prepared Ashley Rice, who had just returned from picking up her children from school, for the sight of five black-and-white, knock-kneed lambs surrounding Abigail the sheep

May 2, 2025 4:55 AM Read more >

Sister bobcats released in qathet after months of rewilding

Community collaboration across BC helped animals survive

Apr 29, 2025 8:30 PM Read more >

Upgrading continues at Powell River Salmon Society

Several projects involve improving capacity of fish-rearing organization

Apr 29, 2025 7:30 PM Read more >

Police provide escort for geese travelling on West Shore highway

A goose and six goslings were spotted on the shoulder of the Trans-Canada Highway.

Apr 26, 2025 11:27 PM Read more >

Rescind dog-removal order, B.C. tribunal tells strata

Strata resident claimed her dog was attacked as she carried a lemon meringue pie to her neighbour's unit.

Apr 25, 2025 8:00 PM Read more >

Injured, thin and baby bears emerging, North Shore Black Bear Society says

Mothers with cubs are the most likely ones to be seen in urban areas

Apr 24, 2025 8:30 PM Read more >

Adoptable pet of the month: Cuddly corso covets forever family

Three-month-old canine with big personality waiting at BC SPCA-Powell River for a new home

Apr 24, 2025 6:30 PM Read more >

Adoptable pet of the week: Poppy is a lettuce-loving bunny looking for a cosy home

Being litter trained, she is a perfect candidate for a free-roam bunny and happens to be very tidy

Apr 23, 2025 4:36 PM Read more >