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An RCMP officer is walking four goats caught in the Kingston Wildfires, to safety.
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Four goats rescued during August’s Kingston wildfires.

September 19, 2025 Emma Peddle 1

A local to Western Bay is relieved that her four goats were rescued during the Kingston wildfires last month.

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Online pet scams have long-term effects in city

October 12, 2023 Madison Ryan 0

Whether it’s a fake advertisement for a dog or a call for fundraising, pet-related scams are on the rise.

Voyager, Ed Barnes' guide dog, is a black lab. He sits patiently with his owner in Tim Hortons.
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Good boy: retiring guide dogs a difficult time for man and beast

March 23, 2023 Chad Feehan 0

More than a service animal, they are companions with deep bonds to their humans.

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Giving elderly cats a second chance at a happy life

January 26, 2023 Abigail Butler 0

Too often, elderly cats spend excessive amounts of time in St. John’s animal shelters, while they watch their younger feline friends come and go. Why is this?

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Newfoundland’s one and only groundhog not likely to emerge anytime soon

February 2, 2022 Kyle Mooney 0

Nature park staff expect to see resident woodchuck in April at the earliest.

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‘It affects us monthly’: Veterinarians address mental health

March 22, 2021 Henrike Wilhelm 0

Causes and solutions for vets’ mental health problems and high suicide rates still being researched.

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Our Plastic Province

February 21, 2019 Lauren Ella Burke 0

Our planet is sick. Our waters are polluted. Marine animals off our shores  are dying because of the plastic we throw away.

Lifestyles

Essential oils and the effects for pets

February 16, 2018 Beth Penney 0

Pet owners everywhere are discussing the potential effects that essential oils can have on their furry friends.

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Winter pet safety isn’t far-fetched

November 23, 2017 Victoria Plowman 0

With low temperatures and icy weather fast approaching, many pet owners are unaware of things they should be doing to take care of their animals.

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