Choosing a Dog Breed: Fashion VS Dog Needs

In recent years, certain dog breeds have been all the rage with adopters: the Australian Shepherd, the Border Collie, the Husky and Doodle-type crosses are the public’s favorites. But is it really a good idea to choose a Doodle when you don’t know all of its characteristics or an Australian Shepherd when you’re not a…

10 December 2024

Gift ideas for your pet!

Would you like to give your pet a gift but you have no ideas? Here are several suggestions:   A bowl or interactive toy: there are several that allow your pet to work to eat. An excellent mental exercise that will promote your companion’s energy expenditure while offering him a great activity for thinking and…

10 December 2024

WAR IN UKRAINE: PROANIMA WELCOMES REFUGEE ANIMALS

Our entire team declares itself ready to welcome and temporarily house the animals of Ukrainian refugees who will arrive in Quebec to flee the war. We offer to take care of their animals as well as to offer them food, while they find a more stable solution. It should also be noted that, for the…

10 December 2024

Testimony of a colony guard

Since 2018, Proanima has been developing its CSRM (Capture, Sterilization, Release, and Maintenance) program for stray cats belonging to colonies. This program helps control feline overpopulation in our territories served. En partenariat avec nos villes et municipalités clientes, notre organisme souhaite, par ce procédé, améliorer le sort des chats de la communauté. Nous aidons notamment…

10 December 2024

Save the kittens

Fundraising Once again this year, litters of kittens are slowly arriving at the shelter. As every spring, we will quickly be overwhelmed with mothers with their litters as well as orphaned kittens. Hundreds of unweaned kittens are brought to the shelter. It is our mission to play the role of their mother by protecting them,…

10 December 2024

10 years celebrated in a good mood

This June 15, 2022, we celebrated our 10th anniversary during a warm and sunny corporate event. ☀ Gathered for this 5 to 7 were elected officials and members of the administration of client cities and municipalities, long-standing partners, our board members, donors, not to mention the employees – some of whom were already there at…

10 December 2024

Help our seniors age healthily: goal of $3,000

Since the shelter opened, we have noticed an evolution in the clientele we treat at the shelter. Now, senior animals are part of our daily lives and we want to offer them the same opportunity as our young animals. In just 10 months, we have welcomed 100 dogs aged 8 and over and 100 cats…

10 December 2024

Giving Tuesday

TUESDAY I GIVE… until next Tuesday! Giving Tuesday is an opportunity for organizations, businesses and individuals to come together for one purpose: to celebrate and give back. This day follows the consumer frenzy of Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Whether you choose to donate money, food, or do someone a favor, it’s the perfect day…

10 December 2024

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How to protect our animals from the dangers of winter?

As winter is finally here, it brings with it a myriad of dangers that can pose serious threats to our pets. Here are the situations to watch out for and the precautions to take. Hypothermia and frostbite: Falling temperatures in winter can put our pets at risk of hypothermia and frostbite. Smaller and short-haired breeds…

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Preventing diseases and health problems in our animals

As veterinary costs continue to rise, it’s important for pet owners to be proactive in preventing medical issues. Here are some tips to help keep your pets healthy. 1. A balanced diet Nutrition is the cornerstone of animal health. It is crucial to provide your pet with quality food, adapted to its species, age, weight…

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First aid kit for your pet: the essentials

Whether you’re at home or traveling, a well-stocked first aid kit will allow you to react quickly and effectively to an emergency situation. Here is a list of essential items to put in your kit: 1. Bandages and dressings Bandages are essential to protect wounds and prevent infection. It is important to have bandages of…

Things to Think About Before Surrendering a Pet to a Shelter

Whether it is because of a move, a vacation, or problems at home, surrendering an animal is something that should be carefully considered and done as a last resort. Shelters like ours are overflowing during the summer months and the number of surrenders takes up a lot of our resources. It is therefore important to…

12 April 2022