HAPPY BIRTHDAY CONNIE BROOKS! Most of you know about  one of the largest dog seizures in Canada last fall that resulted in 100’s of dogs being placed in temporary care in Quebec. What you don’t know is lucky for us that our leader and shelter manager was a Florida native named Connie Brooks. She took on this task like no one I have ever met …

    This past weekend was the first animal adoption clinic organized and sponsored by the city of Laval. The Centres d’adoption animaux de compagnie du Québec (CAACQ), directed by Mrs. Johanne Tasse, brought to the Samson arena several well-known rescues to promote adoption in the city. This is the first time in the province of Quebec that such an event was held. …

Every now and then, we like to share an interesting piece from our friends at The Dog Daily! Here’s one about stretching your pooch.  As we all know, our dogs enjoy a good stretch as much as we do! The Dog Daily: Safety   Stretching Techniques for Dogs By Darcy Lockman for The Dog Daily Like us, dogs benefit from …

      Marley is a 3 year old Golden Retriever from an extremely small village called Waskaganish, located on the South-East shore of James Bay.  A local woman claimed to own him without providing him with shelter or any kind of food.  As a result, most of his time was spent taking turns visiting local teachers, who welcomed him …

I never thought I would be using the power of social media to get the word out about a very important cause.  I’ll let you all guess what that is…lots of hints available:) I am a LinkedIn Trainer/Coach and passionate about the cause of animal welfare. How do the two mix?  Well,I didn’t think they did but the more I …

Bell’Anima Rescue is in current need of fosters for cats and dogs! According to their page on Petfinder.com, Bell’Anima Rescue is a foster based rescue with very big ideas. Their dream is to one day build a shelter for all of the abandoned animals. But in the meantime, here is a description of what they do: They work with committed …

UPDATE: JUNE 7TH:  We received word that Martini has been found! Apparently, a woman had her for about a week.  She received the reward and Martini is happy at home.      The following is a courtesy listing. Please contact the # listed for further details.  LOST:  6 year old female Boston Terrier, “Martini” black and white, lots of black …

We have an update on Holly – who we told you about back in early April.   This tiny Puppy Mill rescue wriggled out of her collar, bolted from her dog walker and never stopped running. Last week, we received a comment on Montreal Dog Blog from someone who had seen our post and believed they had found Holly.  Immediately, we …

  The Courrier Laval informs the following: The City of Laval will hold  an adoption clinic on Saturday, May 26,  from 11: 00 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Samson arena located at 655, rue Sylvie. Dogs, cats and rabbits will be available for adoption. They will be spayed/neutered and vaccinated . The adoption fee will vary between $100 and …

Mark your calendars folks! It’s the Amazing Beaconsfield Pet Fair in the Beaurepaire Village! Saturday, June 2nd from 11:00 am until 3:00 pm. The best pet fair in the West Island! Lots of rescue groups with their adoptable animals, face painting, prizes, contests, BBQ  and local radio station, 925 The Beat will be on site as well! So much to …