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.

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 >

Cured through drug trial, 'odd fellow' finds new home as barn cat

Levi came to Barrie’s Street Cats Rescue last January and things weren't looking good, but he's since been taken in by Ralphy’s Retreat Animal Sanctuary

Nov 28, 2023 7:30 PM Read more >

Community fundraisers make 'huge difference' for Barrie SPCA

Friday Night Social happening this week at Waterfront Fitness and Pilates Studio; 'We are very big on helping out the animals,' says organizer

Oct 25, 2023 7:00 PM Read more >

Pet-care seminars keeping furry friends safe, one school at a time

OSPCA’s AnimalSmart program looking for volunteers to go into schools and teach kids more about humane treatment of animals

Sep 29, 2023 7:00 PM Read more >

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