Best 2025 Gifts for Animal Lovers in Canada
Discover The Social's curated list of the absolute best gifts for animal lovers in 2025. Shop unique ideas with CTV Shopping Trends' Canadian guide.
Discover The Social's curated list of the absolute best gifts for animal lovers in 2025. Shop unique ideas with CTV Shopping Trends' Canadian guide.
Spanish authorities are investigating a potential laboratory leak as the source of a recent swine fever outbreak. Health officials confirm all possibilities are being examined.
Feeling the grind? HuffPost's weekly roundup of the funniest pet posts from Bluesky, Instagram, and X is here to deliver pure joy. These Canadian-friendly animal antics are the perfect digital pick-me-up.
The Ontario Veterinary College launches a dedicated grief support centre for pet owners in Guelph, offering vital resources for coping with the loss of a companion animal. Learn about this new service.
A miniature horse, once severely injured in a dog attack, now brings joy to seniors at a Carstairs centre. Her story is one of remarkable recovery and new purpose.
Hope for Wildlife announces a new sanctuary dedicated to rehabilitating orphaned black bear cubs in Nova Scotia, marking a significant expansion for wildlife rescue.
A curious baby fur seal waddled into a Richmond, New Zealand pub, leading to a unique rescue. Conservation rangers were already tracking the young seal, which was safely released on a dog-free island. Read the full story.
Pet Valu's Companions for Change philanthropic program has raised over $4.3 million in 2025, supporting emergency relief, capital projects, and shelters across Canada. Learn how the initiative helps pets in need.
Edmonton's PAWS for a CAUSE drive is collecting pet food donations for families in need. Learn how you can contribute and help local pets this December.
A raccoon broke into a Virginia ABC Store, smashed bottles, and was found passed out in the bathroom. The animal was safely released after sobering up. Read the hilarious story.
Claude, the iconic albino alligator and star attraction at the California Academy of Sciences, has died at 30. Discover his legacy and impact.
Calgarian Shannon Fox is on a mission to collect over 700 stuffed animals for the Calgary Hitmen's annual Teddy Bear Toss on December 7. The event aims to gather 30,000 bears for charity.
A B.C. man is banned from owning animals for life after the SPCA seized a severely matted and injured dog. The organization described the pet's condition as 'abhorrent' and 'heartbreaking'.
A Golden Retriever named Raiya was abandoned in an Okotoks park with a note, underscoring severe strain on Alberta's animal rescue system. Advocates call for urgent action.
A British Columbia man has been handed a lifetime prohibition on owning animals after his Shih Tzu was discovered in a state of severe neglect. Learn the details of the case and the court's ruling.
New research reveals how infected ants perform a final altruistic act, leaving their colony to die alone and protect their nestmates. Discover the science behind this extreme social immunity.
The booming exotic pet trade is driving a surge in illicit online sales, prompting urgent calls for stronger regulations to protect wildlife and public safety in Canada and globally.
The Windsor-Essex County Humane Society is raising funds to renovate its cat intake facilities. Learn how the community can support this vital project for animal welfare.
Amlan International appoints Dr. Edwin Chow as Technical Service Director for Asia-Pacific to drive innovation in animal health and feed additives, leveraging his 15+ years of expertise.
An Edmonton animal rescue issues an urgent call for foster homes as winter approaches. Learn how you can provide a temporary haven for a pet in need.
Meet SUNshine Girl Dee, a Toronto animal enthusiast with a menagerie of pets who uses her positive outlook to inspire and heal women from difficult backgrounds.
BC SPCA investigates after deceased dog found tethered to tree near Penticton. Authorities seek information about animal cruelty case. Help prevent animal suffering.
A Georgia man faces rabies treatment after being bitten by a rabid raccoon he tried to rescue. Learn about rabies risks and proper wildlife handling procedures.
The Regina Humane Society kicked off its annual Home for the Holidays campaign with an open house at their new facility, helping pets find loving families this season.
A deer found with a plastic toboggan stuck on its head in Okotoks prompted a unique wildlife rescue operation. Learn how residents and authorities worked together to free the animal.
Looking for a laugh? Check out this week's funniest pet posts from across social media featuring dogs, cats and their hilarious antics. Perfect Canadian pet content!
An Ottawa police constable rescued an injured owl in Stittsville on November 28, 2025. Read about this heartwarming wildlife rescue operation in our community.
Meet SUNshine Girl Kassey, a 5-foot-6 competitive dancer specializing in ballet, pointe, hip hop, and contemporary. She shares her life with two beloved dogs, Karly and Oreo.
Canadian veterinarians are pushing for regulatory reforms to address growing medication shortages affecting animal care. Learn about the impacts and proposed solutions.
Groundbreaking genome research uncovers pivotal moment in feline domestication history. Discover how cats became human companions and what this reveals about our shared past.