Is it time for a by law in Cornwall to require commercial establishments to ensure that animals they sell have been vaccinated, fixed, and health checked prior to sale? At issue with over 1,000 people on a local social media page is a pet shop in Cornwall Square that sellsContinue Reading
OPP INVESTIGATING DOG THEFTS (BROCKVILLE, ON.) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating several thefts of dogs in the area of Leeds County, Renfrew County, Napanee, and South Frontenac County over the past few months. The pets have been taken or have gone missing while outside by themselves. TheContinue Reading
Thanks to four brave women the life of a year old Yorkshire Terrier was saved, but alas her two puppies perished. People that know dogs know that it’s never good for a dog to be preggers that young, and that toy breeds like Yorkie’s require a lot of extra care.Continue Reading
A local Animal Advocacy group wants to help bring to justice the monster that killed a young Labrador Retreiver found dead Tuesday night. Michelle Cardinal runs a local group. Another resident has offered a $500 reward as well. You can find the group’s facebook page HERE. THIS GROUPContinue Reading
Dr. Ernie Ward, Veterinarian has a web site: www.drernieward.com and in one of the links he places himself in a hot car to show us what it is like for an animal to be left in one on a hot day even with the windows open. Jamie ran it inContinue Reading
CORNWALL, Ontario – It’s always interesting to see how some media will cover a story. We generally release the police blotter as delivered by the police. We do that for many reasons; most of them good, but some other media outlets try to step into the spotlight. This was recentlyContinue Reading
CORNWALL Ontario – As I write this my strange and wonderful dog is nuzzled between myself and the back of my chair. My 26 year old cat is wandering the perimeter of my desk, my 16 year old cat is passed out on the dog bed near my feet andContinue Reading
On March 14, 2015, George Tessier, of Lunenburg, Ontario, pled guilty to two counts of animal cruelty under the Ontario SPCA Act. The charges included: Permitting an animal to be in distress Failing to provide adequate and appropriate veterinary medical attention On May 15, 2014, the Ontario SPCA Stormont,Continue Reading
(South Dundas Mayor Evonne Delegarde with the Brittons) Morrisburg – In an impressive display of community support, the Fundraiser for the Morrisburg Animal Rescue raised twice their target. Ethel and Bill Britton were the centre of attention at the fundraiser at the Royal Canadian Legion in Morrisburg yesterday. After their barnContinue Reading
CFN – Time can make things surreal. The last few weeks have been a whirlwind. My beloved Rottie, Melly, turned 14 in January after having cancer surgery to remove a fast growing mass. Fourteen is ancient for Rotties. It really is. She’s had an amazing life andContinue Reading
On February 5, 2015, Rejean Constantineau, of Curran, Ontario, pleaded guilty to one count of animal cruelty under the Ontario SPCA Act. On October 24th, 2014, the Ontario SPCA received a call concerning a Golden Retriever-type dog that was reportedly left outside all the time. It appeared to have injuredContinue Reading
Hi, my name is Joy, and I am an eight-week old yellow Labrador retriever. I need a home, but not just any home. I need someone to look after me nearly 24/7. You see, I was born to do a job. My hope is to become a guide dog forContinue Reading
On January 15, 2015, Brandon Wilson, of Cornwall, Ontario, pleaded guilty to three counts of animal cruelty under the Ontario SPCA Act after abandoning a six-month-old puppy in his apartment after he moved. The charges included: Causing an animal to be in distress Failing to provide adequate and appropriate foodContinue Reading
CORNWALL Ontario – The Standard Freeholder has cited court documents identifying Lance Burgess of Cornwall Ontario as being charged with six counts in the case including wounding the animal, abandoning it, and failing to provide care. The cat has survived and looks to have at least one of its nine livesContinue Reading
CFN– Submitted by Kim LalondeWhen Tragedy hits Our community steps.Ethel And Bill Britton are well known in their community of Morrisburg for rescuing and sheltering homeless abandoned and abused animals.They Foster for Rat Terrier Rescue Canada A Non Profit Registered Charity. These folks are truly unique in a very special way.Continue Reading
CORNWALL Ontario – Some local residents were shocked and upset after finding a gruesome discovery in a garbage bin at the Brookdale Arms Apartment complex. One was allegedly beaten to death and one cat is fighting for its life after being delivered to the local OSPCA which has not respondedContinue Reading
CFN – It’s Goliath trying to litigate David to death as $20 Billion dollar per year Nestle/Purina is suing Blue Buffalo claiming the Pet food maker is doing a shuck and jive over ingredients. Blue Buffalo founder Bill Bishop fired back with a notice himself. September 19, 2014 Dear PetContinue Reading
CFN – Eddie Cahill was killed by the pit bull he’d owned since it was a puppy on Christmas in a tragic scene. The dog, “Fat Boy” was euthanized by the family. The family owned two pit bulls. The other was apparently not part of the attack whichContinue Reading