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How to Keep Unwanted Animals Away

Living with wildlife can be a rewarding experience, but it can also pose some challenges for homeowners. What should you do if you find wild animals in your yard? How can you handle this situation in a way that is respectful of the animals and your environment? Here are some practical tips to help you….

10 December 2024

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Activities to do with your pet this summer

Summer is finally here! Here is a list of activities you can do in the area with your pet. 1. Day at the beach For those looking to cool off, some beaches in the area are open to dogs, such as the Cap-Saint-Jacques Nature Park, the Magog Townships Beach or Sandy Beach in Hudson. Perfect…

10 December 2024

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Most Common Mistakes New Pet Owners Make

When adopting a pet, many new owners make mistakes that can affect the well-being of their new companion and make cohabitation more difficult. Here are the most common mistakes and how to avoid them. 1. Not learning enough about the animal Many new owners adopt a pet on impulse, without doing any in-depth research into…

10 December 2024

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Identifying your animal: an essential step!

Identifying your pet is an essential protective measure to ensure its safety and facilitate its return home in the event of a runaway. At Proanima, very few lost animals have identification and are claimed by their owner. The municipal license: a guarantee of security The municipal license, in the form of a medal, is a…

10 December 2024

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New Partnership with the City of Montreal

We take great pride in announcing our new partnership with the City of Montreal in assuming the animal management responsibilities throughout the entirety of the City of Montreal. As of January 2026, we will operate a new shelter in the East End of Montreal with the eventual opening of a second shelter to be located…

23 November 2023

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

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Services Animaliers Rive-Sud becomes Proanima

On September 25, Services Animaliers Rive-Sud (SARS) unveiled its new identity at an event attended by dignitaries, donors, board members, volunteers, employees and the media. Our organization, which came into being in 2012, has opted for a new name, logo and slogan to reflect the evolution of its mission and services to citizens since its…

25 September 2019

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