Animal Stories

Owner fined $500 after off-leash dog chases heron at Cadboro Bay Beach

The owner asked the Environmental Protection Tribunal of Canada to overturn the fine, which was high because the incident occurred in the Victoria Harbour Migratory Bird Sanctuary, but the tribunal upheld it

Sep 16, 2023 2:00 PM Read more >

'I had a 200-pound animal in my hands:' Island MLA recovering after battling deer

When Parksville-Qualicum MLA Adam Walker saw a buck attacking his yellow lab, he grabbed it by the antlers

Sep 14, 2023 3:38 AM Read more >

North Vancouver cat takes city鈥檚 rat problem into his own paws

With no known history of mousing, Leon has culled at least 20 rats since news broke about an infestation in North Van's Victoria Park

Sep 11, 2023 6:53 PM Read more >

Guardians of the sea: The role of whale-watching vessels in 小蓝视频

"We kind of consider ourselves to be their guardians, so to speak,鈥� says Erin Gless with the Pacific Whale Watch Association.

Sep 7, 2023 7:00 AM Read more >

Photos: See your dog's face on a beer can from this Port Moody brewery

Starting today, Sept. 5, dog owners can enter the contest by collecting as much cash as possible for the 小蓝视频 SPCA.

Sep 5, 2023 12:45 PM Read more >

North Shore non-profit aims to keep seniors and pets together at home

The group has a history of keeping seniors united with their best friends. Now they want to expand on the North Shore.

Sep 2, 2023 7:00 AM Read more >

'I had a rat climb right into my hand': Vancouver rat study reveals rodent diseases and surprising 'personalities'

If you see a rat in your area, that is likely your聽"neighbourhood rat."

Sep 1, 2023 2:15 PM Read more >

'The wasps came out in a hurry': Scary, gross and fascinating Metro Vancouver pest stories

Yuck!

Sep 1, 2023 9:09 AM Read more >

Video: Yogi yielded at Port Coquitlam business' door during coworking week

The Fountainhead Network Studios in Port Coquitlam had a surprise guest to their members' entrance while hosting a busy week of free collaboration.

Aug 15, 2023 9:45 PM Read more >

Hey, Pitt Meadows 鈥� you can pick up your stray dogs in Coquitlam

"Council is pleased that Pitt Meadows animal shelter services will be provided by a well-established municipally operated shelter that also services neighbouring communities," writes Mayor Nicole MacDonald.

Aug 15, 2023 2:45 PM Read more >