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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
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
Organize a fundraising event
Want to make a difference for Proanima? We need your help! Organizing a fundraiser is a wonderful commitment to our shelter. We encourage you to set up an activity that motivates you, and we’ll guide you through the process! Steps to follow to organize an activity 1) Choose an activity that inspires you. Visit our…
3 October 2024
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
What to do? Have you lost your pet?
Losing a pet is a stressful experience for both you and your animal. We want to help you find your pet as soon as possible!
19 April 2023
Puppy socialization: even before birth!
When you adopt a puppy, you already know that there will be a lot of socializing to do in the months following adoption. Exposure to different stimuli, desensitization, puppy-to-puppy socialization, etc. What you may not know is that the socialization process begins long before your mate is born, and that the people responsible for mating…
15 June 2022
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
Is That Cat Lost or Not?
You’re probably familiar with the many Facebook posts about cats wandering around in people’s yards, titled, “Is this your cat?” Rain or shine, many cats wander around our neighbourhoods. Cats are opportunists at heart, and may even go so far as to beg for food from friendly neighbours. ‼️ However, we must be careful not…
12 April 2022
How do I find a new home for my pet?
It’s never easy to have to part with your pet. First and foremost, we strongly suggest that you read our advice articles on keeping your pet in the family. If you can’t find the information you’re looking for, please write to us at info@proanima.com so that we can advise you properly. If you find it…
28 January 2022
3 Mistakes to Avoid to Successfully Potty Train Your Puppy
When it comes to potty training our puppies, we tend to listen to everything we hear online and from those around us. However, by doing so, we can unintentionally make things worse and slow down a puppy’s learning process. It is therefore important to know the basics of canine behaviour and to be equipped with…
28 January 2022
Bite prevention: how to protect our children
“A dog bit a child in the face “A man was bitten on the neck by his neighbor’s dog. “A woman was seriously bitten by her dog” Shock phrases like these appear regularly in the media. And yet, we can’t help thinking the same thing over and over: “my dog will never bite, he’s much…
14 July 2021
Travelling with your pet: ideas and advice
The vacation season is finally here! It’s time to plan a nice trip or just activities and outings with family and friends. What about your pet? Depending on the animal’s behavior, it may be more or less advisable to bring your pet with you. Some will be more anxious than others about change and transport….
14 July 2021
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Help our Animals
Your financial aid is indispensable, this is especially true during our present global predicaments. We aspire to continue our mission for the well-being of animals and their humans. For this to happen, we need you.
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Sterilization
Programs
Our sterilization program aims to control the cat population, while improving their health and quality of life. Help us reduce animal overpopulation by participating in this program.
Sheltering of an animal during an emergency
If you notice a neglected or mistreated animal let us know at Proanima. We help protect vulnerable animals and ensure their well-being.
Wildlife
Animals
What to do if you find a wildlife animal or a hurt animal. Found a baby squirrel… Need transport… we can assist you!
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Since 2012, Proanima has placed animal welfare and the highest level of service at the heart of all actions and decisions. Our non-profit organization implements animal management and prevention processes for partnered municipalities and their citizens while providing advice, assistance, and resources to greatly limit animal abandonment.
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