Animal Stories

Sidney Island deer cull postponed after animals caught in netting

Animals became trapped in netting installed to herd them into areas where they would be killed

Nov 7, 2024 5:15 AM Read more >

Fernwood resident knocked over by aggressive buck

It鈥檚 the second recent incident in the capital region of combative deer injuring dogs during the annual rutting season

Nov 7, 2024 4:45 AM Read more >

Southern residents lose two killer whales in blow to population

One whale born in 1993 and another calve last seen emaciated are missing and presumed dead, according to the Center for Whale Research

Nov 6, 2024 7:30 PM Read more >

New data says Burnaby is the fourth rattiest city in Canada

Burnaby is also the third rattiest in B.C.

Nov 6, 2024 7:30 PM Read more >

Petting farm in Campbell River, B.C., culls entire bird flock over avian flu outbreak

A petting farm on Vancouver Island says it was forced to cull its entire flock of about 50 chickens and ducks when they contracted the highly infectious avian flu.

Nov 6, 2024 3:52 PM Read more >

If your dog jumps up on you, is it dominant?

"Our interaction with dogs is not driven by dominance or social rank. It鈥檚 driven by reinforcement."

Nov 6, 2024 3:35 PM Read more >

Adoptable pet of the week: Bonded bunnies Garth and Galinda

Adoptable pet of the week features animals at BC SPCA West Vancouver that are in need of a forever home

Nov 5, 2024 2:01 PM Read more >

Twin grizzly yearlings shot on Lil鈥檞at reserve

The orphaned grizzlies were tracked by residents and a non-profit specialized in hazing them.

Nov 5, 2024 1:00 PM Read more >

Senior attacked in Sidney by two dogs

The Capital Regional District animal control unit confirmed late Friday it is investigating the incident.

Nov 2, 2024 5:30 AM Read more >

Aggressive deer kills dog in Oak Bay yard

The dog, a deaf husky/shepherd cross, had a puncture wound to the chest after being tossed by the deer and was euthanized.

Nov 2, 2024 4:45 AM Read more >

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