Thursday , 28 March 2024

Tag Archives: Animal Cruelty Laws

Dakota, rescued from a Korean dog meat farm, needs your help

The holidays are fast approaching and in addition to this being a time of preparations for family reunions and celebrations, it is also the time of year that charities and nonprofit organizations fundraise heavily to help advance their causes. This is, after all, a time for sharing and giving. Your generosity is probably sought everywhere (good causes are not lacking …

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Now Hiring! Do you have what it takes to work at our emergency rescue shelter?

I feel truly blessed to have the job I have. So many people want to help animals, and the prospect of getting paid to do so is a dream come true. So it is with much enthusiasm and some fanfare that I announce an opportunity not to be overlooked! Humane Society International/Canada assists the Quebec Government (MAPAQ) in running and …

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The Commercial Dog Meat Trade Is Real, and It Has To Be Stopped

Supporting and fighting for animal welfare can be upsetting. When you love animals, it is all the more disturbing when confronted by images or footage that depict cruelty, neglect, and suffering at the hands of humans. This can certainly be applied to companion animals, like cats and dogs. That’s not to say cats and dogs are more important than any …

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April: Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Month

April is Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Month. Each year, the ASPCA urges supporters across the country to support their efforts and Go Orange for Animals in honor of the signing of the ASPCA’s charter in 1866. In 2011, they celebrate 145 years of fighting against animal cruelty. It should be an effort by animal rescues and local animal groups …

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National Puppy Mill Awareness Day: September 17

Today, September 17th, has been designated Puppy Mill Awareness Day. It’s been started by a group in the US, but with yesterday’s puppy mill seizure near Shawville, QC – and the fact that Quebec has the disgraceful title of “Puppy Mill Capital of North America”, we feel it’s an important day to recognize here as well.         …

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NDP: Their opinion on Animal Welfare issues.

On their site, The World Society for the Protection of Animals (WSPA) sent a survey to Canada's 5 main political parties about important animal welfare issues in the country

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Liberal Party: Their opinion on Animal Welfare issues.

On their site, The World Society for  the Protection of Animals (WSPA) sent a survey to Canada’s 5 main political parties about important animal welfare issues in the country.The (WSPA) encourages people to review their responses before making a decission at the time of voting Animal Cruelty Legislation Canada’s animal cruelty laws were amended recently to increase maximum penalties for …

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