Need farms and stables!

This is a call to all: we need to find large spaces to place several cats that cannot live normally in a house. We receive many cats that cannot really adapt to life in a house. These cats are often too active to stay indoors or are not very socialized to humans, without being aggressive….

10 December 2024

Canola and Maximus, two extraordinary destinies

Canola, the scent of trauma In June, Nancy, our counsellor, received a call from a couple from Longueuil who had found a little cat lying in front of their house. They said she looked like she had fallen out of a swimming pool because her fur was all wet. Since she wasn’t moving, they put…

10 December 2024

chat qui se regarde dans un miroir

7 Persistent Myths About Pets

A dog needs a pack leader Many scientific studies have proven that there is no hierarchy between two different species. Dogs do not seek to dominate humans. So there is no need to think that our dog needs an owner with a strong character and “who does not let himself be pushed around”. The important…

10 December 2024

chien dans le froid et la neige

How to protect our animals from the dangers of winter?

As winter is finally here, it brings with it a myriad of dangers that can pose serious threats to our pets. Here are the situations to watch out for and the precautions to take. Hypothermia and frostbite: Falling temperatures in winter can put our pets at risk of hypothermia and frostbite. Smaller and short-haired breeds…

Claws and declawing

The new regulation on the welfare and safety of domestic pets and equines will come into force on February 10. This means that it will be officially prohibited to perform non-therapeutic surgeries including: declawing, ear and tail cropping and devocalization. In addition, it will be prohibited to use the gas chamber for euthanasia of animals!…

3 chiens dans une pension

Holidays are coming soon! Find the right boarding house for your pet

Going on vacation is a time of relaxation and enjoyment, but for pet owners, it can also be a source of stress. Finding a good pet boarding facility to look after your pet while you’re on vacation is crucial to ensuring the well-being of your four-legged friend. Here are some tips to help you choose…

un chien qui s'amuse à la plage

Activities to do with your pet this summer

Summer is finally here! Here is a list of activities you can do in the area with your pet. 1. Day at the beach For those looking to cool off, some beaches in the area are open to dogs, such as the Cap-Saint-Jacques Nature Park, the Magog Townships Beach or Sandy Beach in Hudson. Perfect…

10 December 2024

un homme et son chien face à la mer

Most Common Mistakes New Pet Owners Make

When adopting a pet, many new owners make mistakes that can affect the well-being of their new companion and make cohabitation more difficult. Here are the most common mistakes and how to avoid them. 1. Not learning enough about the animal Many new owners adopt a pet on impulse, without doing any in-depth research into…

10 December 2024

Animal cohabitation

We often think that our pet will quickly get along with another congeners. But welcoming a stranger into your territory can be difficult for your companion. Most of the time, if an introduction is made too quickly, the relationship between the two animals can start off on the wrong foot and be difficult to recover…

25 January 2021

How to build a stray cat shelter

During winter, temperatures can drop very low and very quickly. These extreme conditions can make daily life and survival difficult for stray cats. Have you seen a kitty around your home? Would you like to help her and give her warmth and security during the winter? Here are a few steps to help you build…

7 April 2020