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A continued threat to birds: Window strikes soar during fall migration

A continued threat to birds: Window strikes soar during fall migration

Window collisions are a leading cause of death for migratory and resident birds across the world. Here's how you can make a difference.
Gene mapping to target infectious brain disease in B.C. deer

Gene mapping to target infectious brain disease in B.C. deer

Scientists aim to map the movement and interaction of deer populations in the Kooteneys before they are infected with 'zombie deer disease.'
Chihuahua euthanized after alleged abuse; B.C. man pleads not guilty

Chihuahua euthanized after alleged abuse; B.C. man pleads not guilty

Randeep Singh Ghataura allegedly hit the nine-pound dog with a shoe.
Pond in Campbell River to be cleared of invasive goldfish

Pond in Campbell River to be cleared of invasive goldfish

The city began receiving reports about goldfish in the pond last year, which raised concerns because goldfish have a high reproductive rate
Roosters often bear the painful brunt of amateur backyard farmers

Roosters often bear the painful brunt of amateur backyard farmers

Two roosters dumped on a logging road last week were found, but one had already been attacked and died.
Pit bulls in B.C. pet mauling tested positive for meth, cocaine, says city

Pit bulls in B.C. pet mauling tested positive for meth, cocaine, says city

Three pit bulls involved in a deadly attack on another dog last month in Kamloops, B.C., tested positive for methamphetamine and cocaine, and the city is going to court to have them put down.
North Vancouver RCMP members rescue raccoon family stuck in dumpster

North Vancouver RCMP members rescue raccoon family stuck in dumpster

‘Operation Trash Panda’ was a success, a North Van RCMP spokesman said about the unusual call they received Sept. 29
Bears eating more and sleeping less in qathet region now

Bears eating more and sleeping less in qathet region now

Black bear sightings increase in October
Duncan to be home to new first-in-Canada animal behaviour centre

Duncan to be home to new first-in-Canada animal behaviour centre

The group says an increasing numbers of cats and dogs are arriving in care fearful, under-socialized and needing significant behavioural support
Chocolate labradors from qathet prepare for next competition

Chocolate labradors from qathet prepare for next competition

Dock diving is an increasingly popular sport for dogs in North America