Tag: Animals

  • Another Gentoo Penguin Chick

    Calgary Zoo – On Friday, July 4th, a gentoo penguin egg hatched in Penguin Plunge! This is the second to hatch this year and the second young one for parents Giselle and Lachlan. They had their first chick, Una, last July. The penguin pair have been checking on their new arrival regularly and sharing the…

  • Protect yourself against rabies, report all wild animal bites

    Following the confirmation of rabies in a bat found in the Lethbridge-area, Alberta Health Services (AHS) is reminding ALL South Zone residents that wild mammals – bats, coyotes, raccoons and skunks – may carry the rabies virus, and pose risk to human health. Rabies – which attacks the central nervous system of warm-blooded animals, including…

  • Black Diamond Warns Residents and Visitors to be Safe Around Local Wildlife

    Here in the beautiful Town of Black Diamond, we reside along the peaceful Sheep River valley. Encountering wildlife is a natural part of everyday life in this area of the Foothills. At different times of the year, you could be fortunate enough to see deer, moose, elk, bear, cougar both in and around Town, as…

  • Hay Quality & Selection

      This article is courtesy of The Horse Industry Association of Alberta Even though most of our horses will eat whatever we put in front of them, all hay is not created equal and there are a number of things to consider when selecting it. Following are some general considerations for selecting hay. All hay…

  • Calgary Zoo 100% Open

    The Calgary Zoo was pleased to ‘put in the last nail’ on its flood recovery, last weekend, with the opening of Grazers, a brand new dining experience featuring locally sourced ingredients, wines and our own unique customized Zoo Brew! The new restaurant is the final piece – new animals and exhibits, and restored public areas…

  • Okotoks Reminds Residents Please Do Not Feed the Deer

    Feeding wildlife, especially deer, has become more common and problematic recently in some areas in Alberta. Okotoks has a significant population of deer in our area and could be subject to future problems if residents or visitors begin feeding them. Problems linked to feeding wildlife arise when animals pursue people and occasionally threaten public safety.…

  • The Cowley's Rafter Six® Back In The Saddle!

    Cowboy Logic: “When you get bucked off, you learn how to get up, dust yerself off and get back in the saddle!” After a long and challenging winter, the Cowley’s faith, hospitality & heritage are intact and “Back In The Saddle Again!” The Cowley Family are pleased to announce that Rafter Six® is once again…

  • What is Feel and Rhythm When Pertaining to Horses

    This article is courtesy of the Horse Industry Association of Alberta By Pat Ross Feel and rhythm is usually something people have or they don’t have when it comes to many things but especially with horses. With careful instruction, it can be taught. Basically, feel is connecting with the horse and knowing what they are…