Welcome, Wei With tails!
Penticton’s Wei With Tails has received BC SPCA AnimalKind accreditation, becoming the first company in the South Okanagan to hold the distinction. We are thrilled to have Sandy Wei and … Read more Welcome, Wei With tails!
Welcome, Pawsitively Canine!
We are happy to welcome Lisa Davis and her company Pawsitively Canine to the AnimalKind community! Pawsitively Canine operates in Greater Vernon, and it’s the first dog training company in … Read more Welcome, Pawsitively Canine!
Meet your urban wildlife neighbours: how to humanely handle nest-door neighbours
Have you ever lived with a nest-door neighbour? It can be a true joy to watch baby birds grow up under the attentive care of their avian parents, but they … Read more Meet your urban wildlife neighbours: how to humanely handle nest-door neighbours
Got a dog, now what? – A step-by-step guide for new dog guardians
Bringing a pet into your life is an exciting event! However, it might be a stressful transition for the dog. Imagine moving into an unknown space, surrounded by people you … Read more Got a dog, now what? – A step-by-step guide for new dog guardians
Permanent ban of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides coming to BC in January 2023
B.C. is moving towards permanently banning the sale and use of rodenticides, known as second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides or SGARs. These types of rodenticides contain the active ingredients brodifacoum, bromadiolone, or … Read more Permanent ban of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides coming to BC in January 2023
Not all snap traps are created equal: how to choose humanely
While preventing rodent problems and rodent-proofing your home are the most effective and humane options, lethal control is sometimes necessary for health and safety reasons. Snap traps can cause a … Read more Not all snap traps are created equal: how to choose humanely
Here is how to maintain your dog between grooms
The time between grooms might be challenging for some dog guardians. Grooming is essential to making your dog feel their best. But maintaining their coat and keeping their nails trimmed … Read more Here is how to maintain your dog between grooms
Kind Corner: Is your dog in pain?
The topic of pain is not talked about often enough, and yet, it is very important for dogs and their guardians. Bianca Steinmetz of Bianca’s Dog Training writes about pain, … Read more Kind Corner: Is your dog in pain?
Meet your urban wildlife neighbours: the secret lives of wild rats
Wild rats have a pretty bad reputation. Filthy, pest, vermin – you name it, they’ve been called it! When people think about rats, they might not think of words like … Read more Meet your urban wildlife neighbours: the secret lives of wild rats
On the road 2022 – Meet us at these events!
In-person events are back, and we couldn’t be happier! The AnimalKind team will be attending a few events this year, with giveaways, fun activities and the always popular “Ask … Read more On the road 2022 – Meet us at these events!