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Claire Nielsen: For the love of a dog

Claire Nielsen: For the love of a dog

Dogs were among the first animals to be domesticated by humans, dating back tens of thousands of years. This long history of coexistence has resulted in a deep bond between the two species.
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See orcas in Howe Sound

See orcas in Howe Sound

Squamish's Gerald Wolfe spotted orcas while hanging out at the beach in Furry Creek on May 2.
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Boaters warned not to approach young orca that was subject of rescue effort

Boaters warned not to approach young orca that was subject of rescue effort

First Nations in the Zeballos area say too many boaters are interacting with the young orca that recently swam free from a lagoon.
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Guilty plea expected in B.C. dog cruelty case

Guilty plea expected in B.C. dog cruelty case

Glen Affenzeller allegedly picked up a dog by the head, slammed it onto the concrete and punched it multiple times.
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Conservation officers rescue bear from leg-hold trap along popular Coquitlam trail

Conservation officers rescue bear from leg-hold trap along popular Coquitlam trail

The bear was tranquilized and moved to a wilderness location away from the city.
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First goslings hatch amidst rising concerns of high-rise nesting

First goslings hatch amidst rising concerns of high-rise nesting

Everything you need to know about urban nesting geese.
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Watch: Woman helps duck family waddle through West Van traffic

Watch: Woman helps duck family waddle through West Van traffic

The woman led the mother duck and her flock of babies across roads, highways and train tracks to get them to safety at the Ambleside Park duck pond.
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Garden guardians: 10 plants that spell trouble for your furry friends

Garden guardians: 10 plants that spell trouble for your furry friends

If in doubt, ask your plant nursery professionals.
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A chariot awaits if Emerson the wayward elephant seal decides to hit the road

A chariot awaits if Emerson the wayward elephant seal decides to hit the road

Fisheries and Oceans Canada on Tuesday delivered a shiny new trailer designed with Emerson in mind to Oak Bay Marina
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Here's how to prevent birds from colliding with windows

Here's how to prevent birds from colliding with windows

Millions of feathered creatures are injured or killed every year due to window strikes
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