Tag: Animals

  • Canadian re-elected to lead INTERPOL Wildlife Crime Working Group

    Canadian re-elected to lead INTERPOL Wildlife Crime Working Group

    Paris, France  – The Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, announced today that Sheldon Jordan, Director General of the Wildlife Enforcement Directorate, has been re-elected as Chair of INTERPOL’s Wildlife Crime Working Group. “I would like to congratulate Mr. Jordan. His re-election to this internationally recognized and respected organization highlights the commitment made by the…

  • 2015 Canadian Angus Gold Show Winners

    2015 Canadian Angus Gold Show Winners

    ROCKY VIEW COUNTY, AB – The Canadian Angus Association is pleased to announce the winners of the 2015 National Gold Show Program. The 2015 Black Angus Show Bull of the Year receiving champion aggregate status is PM THUNDERSTRUCK 22’13 owned by Ryan Currie of Bristol, QC, Tanya Belsham of Houston, BC and Peter & Andy…

  • First Aid Kit for Horses

    First Aid Kit for Horses

      “What should be put into an equine first aid kit?” I’m an old Pony Clubber, so I’ve put together some equine first aid kits in my day.  Everyone is different, and my list won’t be the same as every single vet.  I’ve broken the list down into “essentials” and other items that are nice…

  • Let’s Talk Turkey: know the restrictions on poultry products before crossing the border

    Let’s Talk Turkey: know the restrictions on poultry products before crossing the border

    Woodstock, New Brunswick – The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) would like to remind travellers that, due to the discovery of highly pathogenic avian influenza in certain parts of the United States, Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) restrictions regarding poultry products are currently in place. All raw poultry and all poultry products and by-products as…

  • Pets Aid in Healing

    Pets Aid in Healing

    Studies have shown that pets can improve our emotional and physical well-being. Young Matteo Lantermilch gets a few licks and a lot of love from his new doggy pal, McDuff during a PALS pet therapy visit to Alberta Children’s Hospital. McDuff is one of the many furry canine PALS volunteers that visit the hospital on…

  • Celebrate all Creatures Big and Small this Holiday

    Celebrate all Creatures Big and Small this Holiday

    TORONTO/CNW/ – Unwrap tangled turtles from discarded fishing nets, deliver a festive feast to a recently freed bear and give stray dogs comfort and joy this holiday.  You can do all this and more with a World Animal Gift from World Animal Protection. We all know the important role animals play in our lives.  Our pets become…

  • PetSmart: Keeping Your Pet Healthy During the Winter

    PetSmart: Keeping Your Pet Healthy During the Winter

    Whether it’s curling up by the fire, brewing hot beverages, or bundling up in a soft sweater, seasonal comforts help us through brisk autumn days and cold winter nights. Throw in flu season with holiday chaos, and it’s a wonder we make it through the winter at all. Just as we have learned how to…

  • Southern Alberta Dog Breeder Surrenders 41 Animals

    Southern Alberta Dog Breeder Surrenders 41 Animals

    Calgary, AB – During an Alberta SPCA investigation at a Southern Alberta rural property, 41 dogs were taken from the property and brought into the care of Alberta Animal Rescue Crew Society. The animals include 40 small breed dogs and a border collie ranging in age from puppies to 11 years old and included a very…

  • Winter Care for Your Horse

    Winter Care for Your Horse

    Horses are animals that are well-adapted to cold Alberta temperatures; however they do need special attention to ensure we are meeting their food, water and shelter needs. With some simple management practices your horses can be safe, healthy and comfortable during the cold winter months. Water Horses may require up to 45 litres (10 gal)…

  • Millarville Racing Association: Fair Report for November

    Millarville Racing Association: Fair Report for November

    The 2015 Fair is officially complete. The English Light Horse, Western Light Horse, Gymkhana and Horse Costume classes ran over the weekend of September 26 and 27 in much better weather conditions than we experienced on Fair day. Saturday started out a bit chilly and wet, but the weather improved steadily. Sunday was a beautiful…

  • Millarville Saddlesores 4H Rides Into Another Year

    Millarville Saddlesores 4H Rides Into Another Year

    Nyla Wright, Club Reporter Millarville Saddlesores held their first meeting September 18th.  Our first ride was September 26th with Cassandra Day instructing.  On October 17th, we elected our officers with Marty Blatz as President, Jeff Blatz is our General Leader, and Marilyn Collard is Assistant Leader. The club is pleased to have Lachlan Bell returning…

  • University of Calgary Zoology Professor Uncovers Gecko Species with Evolved Foot Structure

    University of Calgary Zoology Professor Uncovers Gecko Species with Evolved Foot Structure

    Researcher Tony Russell finds a gecko species showing transition from grippy to sticky abilities By Erin Guiltenane Geckos, tiny lizards with an ability to adhere to nearly any surface, even with their heads facing downward, have long captured the interest of researchers and the public alike. Their special ability to stick to objects has been…

  • Vet Med Students from across Canada meet Alberta’s Feral Horses

    Vet Med Students from across Canada meet Alberta’s Feral Horses

    Faculty of Veterinary Medicine hosts unique EcoHealth National Rotation for students from five veterinary schools   The fresh dusting of mid-September snow in the foothills near Sundre did not dampen the enthusiasm of 14 veterinary medicine students in the final week of their elective course in ecosystem health. Fourth-year students from across Canada hiked through…

  • Two Mass Seizures Puts Calgary Humane Society Over Capacity

    Two Mass Seizures Puts Calgary Humane Society Over Capacity

      By Calgary Humane Calgary, AB — As a result of two mass seizures by Calgary Humane Society Peace Officers in just the last two weeks, the shelter is extremely full, especially with cats and birds. The first seizure involved 35 cats, while in the second seizure, Peace Officers brought in 27 birds. This year is…

  • Province Extends Closures of Cadomin and Wapiabi Caves to Protect Alberta Bats

    Province Extends Closures of Cadomin and Wapiabi Caves to Protect Alberta Bats

      The Cadomin and Wapiabi caves will remain closed for another five years to keep bat populations healthy and prevent the spread of White-nose Syndrome. Since 2010, Cadomin and Wapiabi caves have been closed to the public. The Alberta government is extending this closure in order to protect this critical hibernation site for bats. “Bats…