Kind Corner: Behavioural Wellness
We are currently working on a post to dig deeper into the topic of behavioural wellness for dogs. In the meantime, here are some articles that will help you give … Read more Kind Corner: Behavioural Wellness
Welcome, When Hounds Fly!
When Hounds Fly is the newest humane dog training company in Vancouver to be granted AnimalKind accreditation. They join the growing AnimalKind community of science-based dog trainers and are ready … Read more Welcome, When Hounds Fly!
Welcome, Hanging With Hounds!
Hanging With Hounds is the newest dog training company to receive AnimalKind accreditation! We are happy to welcome and congratulate Hanging With Hounds for their commitment to helping dogs using … Read more Welcome, Hanging With Hounds!
Rodenticide-free strata, a three-step strategy
Update: Thanks to the incredible advocacy of passionate wildlife lovers, on July 21, 2021, the province banned the sale and use of rodenticides containing the active ingredients brodifacoum, bromadiolone, or … Read more Rodenticide-free strata, a three-step strategy
How to prevent excessive barking
Excessive barking is not ideal. Who likes to be interrupted by a barking dog in the middle of an online work meeting? Barking is a natural behaviour for dogs. It’s … Read more How to prevent excessive barking
Welcome, K9HQ Doggy Daycare Plus!
Great news for dogs and their guardians in Greater Victoria! We are happy to announce K9HQ Doggy Daycare Plus is joining the list of BC SPCA’s AnimalKind accredited dog trainers. Kelsey … Read more Welcome, K9HQ Doggy Daycare Plus!
Meet your urban wildlife neighbours: 5 things to know about urban raccoons
As cities expand, more people are moving to areas that are close to wild habitats. Some wildlife thrive on this closer contact, including urban-dwelling raccoons. Like any neighbour to neighbour … Read more Meet your urban wildlife neighbours: 5 things to know about urban raccoons
Trainer tips for 5 common dog training challenges
Barking, reactivity, body sensitivity, not following cues and jumping up when greeting are common training challenges dog parents face. We asked BC SPCA recommended AnimalKind accredited trainers to share their … Read more Trainer tips for 5 common dog training challenges
Rodent-proofing your home in 4 simple steps
You love and care for animals. You also want a home that is rodent-free. The most effective and humane way to solve rodent problems is prevention. Check out how to … Read more Rodent-proofing your home in 4 simple steps