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Dogs that saved owners’ lives inducted in Hall of Fame

September 28, 20246 min

That many animals, dogs in particular, make for loving and loyal companions for humans is no secret. What may not be so well known is that when the occasion arises, some of these extraordinary animals can go above and beyond to protect and save their human companions, performing acts of courage and quick thinking in life-threatening situations. Earlier this month, two such pets became this year’s inductees into Purina’s Animal Hall of Fame, one of...

by Staff Reporter

All About Pets

Open Farm, ‘sustainable’ pet food company, certified as B Corp

July 14, 20246 min

Open Farm, a privately held company based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, and focused on ethically and sustainably sourced pet food with a mission to “Do Some Good for Animals and the Planet”, has announced that it has been officially certified as a B Corporation. The company offers a range of premium pet food products, including dry and wet foods, bone broths, treats, freeze-dried raw, gently cooked meals, and nutritional supplements, all formulated with a focus...

by Staff Reporter

WaterWorld Wild & Wonderful

Animal welfare group slams Marineland’s plan to continue whale display

May 5, 20245 min

Animal welfare group World Animal Protection Canada has slammed Ontario’s themed zoo and amusement park Marineland’s announcement that it would continue its display of beluga whales during the 2024 season while shutting down its other animal attractions. “Marineland is doubling down on its so-called ‘Friendship Cove’, which is nothing but a substandard venue for innocent beluga whales to be exploited for entertainment,” said Melissa Matlow, campaign director for World Animal Protection Canada. “Animal welfare groups...

by Staff Reporter

Animal Farm

Mounties’ contest to ‘Name the Foal’ is back

April 10, 20243 min

The storied Royal Canadian Mounted Police’s much-loved “Name the Foal” contest for children is back, giving young humans an opportunity to participate in the process of picking names for these gorgeous animals. The contest, which began on Sunday, ends on April 26. Canadian children up to the age of 14 years can suggest names for the newborn horses. The only criterion is that all names submitted have to begin with the letter ‘A’. Around a...

by Staff Reporter

WaterWorld Wild & Wonderful

Animal welfare group calls Ontario’s Marineland a death trap

April 8, 20243 min

Marineland, a themed zoo and amusement park at Niagara Falls in the Canadian province of Ontario, has become the site of more than a dozen deaths of precious marine animals, World Animal Protection said in a press release. The multinational non-governmental organization, which works to end animal suffering, has now initiated a drive to shut the place down. Melissa Matlow, campaign director, said, “Sixteen beluga whales and one orca [killer whale] have died at Marineland...