Pets Need Protecting & Comfort from Thunderstorms & Fireworks
"Animal companions who are frightened of loud noises and bright flashes react in any of a number of ways," says Michael O'Sullivan, HSC Executive Director. "Some pets become anxious or nervous while other are terrified and try to escape – running the risk of becoming lost or injuring themselves," suggests O'Sullivan. "These animals need comforting and to be protected from potential harm."
Read more: Pets Need Protecting & Comfort from Thunderstorms & Fireworks
Floating Solar Plants
Floating solar arrays are becoming increasingly popular in Australia, the United States and now Japan, the arrays have advantages over solar panels on land as they can be built under fewer regulations for structures built on reservoirs, water treatment ponds and other bodies of water not used for recreation and the fact that they can be hidden from view along with the added benefit of being cheaper than renting or buying land to build on. Read the full story here.
Mexico's Vaquita Porpoise Extinction Warning
Study conducted believes it is our last chance to save Mexico's endangered Vaquita population. Vaquita bladders sell for large sums in the United States and Asia, and ultimately the responsibility for their survival lies with these three countries and better enforcement measures, read the full story here.
Feeding Birds Benefits Everyone Says HSC
Cold weather and snow is making its’ seasonal appearance over much of Canada making it increasingly difficult for birds to find enough food. The Humane Society of Canada (HSC) says that people and birds can both benefit when humans assist their feathered friends by supplying them with a continual supply of quality bird feed.
Have a Heart for Animals on Valentine’s Day Asks The Humane Society of Canada (HSC)
February 11, 2016, VANCOUVER – If you are looking for a unique Valentine’s Day gift for that special person or furred, feathered or finned someone in your life, you might consider doing your shopping at The Humane Society of Canada’s (HSC’s) Online Adventure Store. Not only will you be surprising the recipient with a thoughtful present, but your gift will be helping animals and the environment as well!
Read more: Have a Heart for Animals on Valentine’s Day Asks The Humane Society of Canada (HSC)
Protect Pets From Cold Weather and Hazards
February 11, 2016, TORONTO - "The arrival of biting winds, brutally cold temperatures and snow is putting some pets at risk," warns HSC Chairman & CEO, Michael O’Sullivan.
Feeding Birds Benefits Everyone
Cold weather and snow is making its’ seasonal appearance over much of Canada making it increasingly difficult for birds to find enough food. The Humane Society of Canada (HSC) says that people and birds can both benefit when humans assist their feathered friends by supplying them with a continual supply of quality bird feed.
More Plastic than Fish in Our Oceans
The increasing consumption rate of plastic is exasperating the fact that almost a third of all plastic disposed of escapes collection and the material has one of the lowest reuse rates compared to other commonly consumed industrial materials, clogging up infrastructure and our oceans. By 2050 experts at the World Economic Forum predict that pound for pound plastic will outweigh fish in our oceans. Click here to read more.
New Satellite Application Used to Target Illegal Fishing Vessels in Remote Marine Areas
With about one in five fish around the world being caught illegally, satellite systems are proving to be effective in tracking and policing vessels in remote waters. Read the full story here.
Oman Shows Leadership on Marine Mammal Issues
Experts are hailing Oman's efforts to help save endangered sea mammals such as dolphins and whales by increasing effective stranding and entanglement response. Read the full story here.
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