Pets & Animals

These stories about local pets, animals and animal lovers in Barrie. are made possible through the continued support of Simcoe Block as part of our Community Leaders Program.

Into the deep: Big or small, Barrie aquarium has something for everyone

'Often when people come in, they want something simple,' says Big Al's Aquarium store manager

Jul 24, 2024 7:00 PM Read more >

Barrie animal rescue 'desperately' needs more foster homes

'We’re just a bunch of animal-loving people that got together and do what we can to help who we can,' says Rescue 1 At A Time president

Jul 22, 2024 7:00 PM Read more >

Barrie's off-leash areas can be 'such a treat' for canine pals

'I love it. It was a life-saver during COVID. The dogs needed to get out for a run,' Barrie man says of Sunnidale Park's off-leash area

Jun 13, 2024 7:00 PM Read more >

Daisy duck returns to Barrie library's rooftop garden to nest

'It’s a nice shade with the shed, so she looks happy. We haven’t seen her male friend, but usually he is around,' says library CEO

Apr 25, 2024 7:00 PM Read more >

Cherished pets rescued during recent house fires in Barrie

'Any time you can bring a living creature out of a fire and give them back to their humans is a very positive experience and makes all the training worthwhile,' says official

Apr 23, 2024 7:00 PM Read more >

Walk this way: Favourite dog-walking areas in and around Barrie

'Most of our dog walking is on-leash walks so we go to the beautiful places in Barrie,' says professional walker

Apr 3, 2024 7:00 PM Read more >

Treasured family pets have more options through doggy daycares

'They are no longer just the pets — they are their babies, they’re kids, so they invest in them like they would their own children,' says Kelly Johnson from Ruff Haus

Mar 13, 2024 7:00 PM Read more >

Dogs brought in to fight back against poachers in Africa

'There's so much work to be done, but we change the world by protecting its resources,' says Elise Claridge, a head trainer with Simcoe County branch

Feb 20, 2024 12:00 PM Read more >

Horse-powered smiles: Barrie man's 'inheritance' brings joy

'Our one-hour walks can turn into three-hour talks as everyone wants to chat, ask questions and take pictures,' says owner of Oreo and Ember

Jan 26, 2024 7:30 AM Read more >

Boarding facilities mean even family dog gets 'happy howliday'

Many pets are taking winter vacations, too, so visit to dog boarding facilities suggests the image of the kennel has changed

Dec 27, 2023 7:30 PM Read more >

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