human interest

Tara’s continuing tails of Stanley’s progress…:)       Another week has passed since Stanley has been in foster with me and he’s already made a great deal of progress. One really important aspect of fostering a dog is socialization.  Stanley was found as a stray so we don’t know anything about his history.  We have no way of knowing …

Due to the great response we had to this post on Saturday after our Yoga event, we decided we would make Stanley a weekly feature on my blog until he is adopted,  in Tara’s own words. Tara Garland is the Mananger of the Emergency Shelter, Foster Program and Special Placements for the Canadian SPCA here in Montreal. She sees a lot on …

Check out this really unique, Montreal-based program, geared toward family dogs helping kids with developmental disabilities! PACCK Everyday Dog Program Description A family dog can be a great resource for a child with a developmental disability.  From everyday play, to walks, to feedings, every activity and interaction with a family dog can have life changing outcomes for a child with …

Shelly and Wayne were nominated to be a part of the “52 Montrealers” series with good reason. Shelly is not only one of our resident bloggers, but heavily involved with just about ever rescue in the city.  Her husband Wayne is there every step of the way…  Isn’t it nice to add a man to this group? Shelly Elsliger and Wayne Bennett …

*SEE THE BERGER BLANC ARCHIVES FOR CONTINUING UPDATES* About the Berger Blanc and the undercover investigation: A recent piece from The Montreal Mirror: Pet Heaven’s Waiting Room – by Elisabeth Faure read our blogger Caroline Ross’ piece about  the feral dog colonies living near the Berger Blanc watch the video of the feral dogs living behind the Berger Blanc, courtesy of …

We’ve Got Mail! Last week, Montreal Dog Blog contacted 10 local candidates regarding their thoughts on animal cruelty in Quebec. Read and send your own letter here!  Our fourth reply is from Thomas Mulcair, NDP: Dear Montreal Dog Blog, Please find attached our replies about some issues concerning animals in Quebec. Have a nice afternoon, Thomas Mulcair’s Campaign Team, NDP …

We’ve Got Mail! Last week, Montreal Dog Blog contacted 10 local candidates regarding their thoughts on animal cruelty in Quebec. Read and send your own letter here!  Our third reply is from Danny Polifroni, Green Party, Papineau: Here are some answers to your questions: Criminal Code The Green Party supports strengthening animal cruelty provisions under the Criminal Code, especially since they …

On their site, tThe World Society for the Protection of Animals (WSPA) sent a survey to Canada's 5 main political parties about important animal welfare issues in the country.

On their site, The World Society for the Protection of Animals (WSPA) sent a survey to Canada's 5 main political parties about important animal welfare issues in the country

On their site, The World Society for the Protection of Animals (WSPA) sent a survey to Canada's 5 main political parties about important animal welfare issues in the country.