When wildfire smoke turns skies hazy and threatens health with dangerous air quality, people should stay inside as much as possible, but what about their pets? Our four-legged friends can’t wear masks outdoors to protect them from the smoke, but many of them might still need to go outdoors during…
Ukraine counts ‘catastrophic’ environmental costs after dam blast
KYIV, Ukraine — A woman who braved checkpoints and dodged shelling to care for abandoned pets during Russia’s occupation of her hometown is now warning about the recent flooding’s devastating impact on the region’s animals. Iryna Tutyun said it was “difficult to cope” with the number of animals in need…
Elemental director Peter Sohn looks back on the Pixar characters he’s voiced
Peter Sohn doesn’t think of himself as an actor. And yet, the director behind The Good Dinosaurs and this year’s elementalswho has been working at Pixar for years in the animation and story departments, has racked up a résumé of impressive character work. “The characters that I’ve done are all…
Birchwood Clinic providing shots for Prince George pets
Immunization clinic geared to pet owners unattached to regular veterinary services due to doctor shortages Hey all you pet owners who have animals that need to get their shots, you can get that done on Tuesday afternoon, with no necessary appointments. Birchwood Veterinary Clinic, at 1741 Victoria St., is putting…
‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3’ urges us to defend real animals
US Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 lights up the box office, its glow is reaching animals who are rarely seen: those in laboratories. Through the powerful stories of the central character Rocket Raccoon, alongside Floor the rabbit, Teefs the walrus and Lylla the otter, we are urged to empathize…
Air quality: How to protect your pets from wildfire smoke
As air quality worsens due to Canadian wildfire smoke clouding Ontario, Quebec and parts of the US, residents are warning experts should be cautious of the health impacts. We already know that smoke particles can be particularly harsh on the elderly, children and those with breathing conditions — but pets…
Gift Vouchers for Aberdeen Dog Lovers!
Just the perfect Christmas present for dogs and owners. A Hairy Dog Photography gift voucher is much more than just a pretty card in a flashy envelope… It’s a long lasting reminder of happy times with the hairiest member of the family and as presents go, it’s always genuinely appreciated…
From three-legged cats to mice
From three-legged cats to mice – all the animals forgotten at the RSPCA (Image: RSPCA) Cats and dogs aren’t the only animals that can be adopted from rescue shelters – one center in Norfolk has African snails and mice that need new homes. The RSPCA mid-Norfolk and Suffolk branch has…