Author: Clint Curtis

Are There Skunk In Canada?

In Canada, striped skunks can be found in ever province except Newfoundland and Labrador. This species was introduced on PEI by fur farmers in 1915 and are now a well-established species on the island. Where are skunk found in Canada? Distributed throughout the provinces, skunks are found as far north as the Northwest Territories and […]

Are There Hognose Snakes In Canada?

Plains Hog-nosed Snake (Heterodon nasicus) is one of two species of hog-nosed snakes in Canada, the other being Eastern Hog-nosed Snake (Heterodon platirhinos) in Ontario. Adults range from 45 cm to 75 cm snout-to-vent length and are stout bodied. Can you have hognose snakes in Canada? Currently, only Western hognose snakes can be legally kept […]

Is Pet Abandonment Illegal In Canada?

Abandoning your dog can be a criminal act. Abandoning your dog is explicitly defined as a crime in the Criminal Code of Canada Section 446(1)(b). Is animal neglect a crime in Canada? The current federal legislation under sections 444 to 447 of the Criminal Code of Canada includes both indictable and summary charges for animal […]

Who Owns Lynx Canada?

In the aviation industry, Tim Morgan’s name is synonymous with “pioneer.” Known as a founder of WestJet, Enerjet (now Lynx Air), Morgan Air (Air Partners), and Unity Aviation, the airline entrepreneur played a big role in laying the foundation for the ultra-low-cost carrier (ULCC) market in Canada. Which airline owns Lynx Air? Lynx Air, legally […]

Can You Bring Reptiles To Canada?

Amphibians and Reptiles There are no border inspections and you can bring your reptile or amphibian friends from any country, for any use, to any destination in Canada. However, an import permit is required for turtles and tortoises from all countries, and is only delivered to zoos and research laboratories. Can you bring reptiles across […]

Does Canada Have Pet Food Regulations?

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) regulates pet food imports and related products to prevent animal diseases from being introduced into Canada. The following products containing animal products and by-products are regulated under the Health of Animals Regulations if they are imported into Canada. Is cat food regulated in Canada? The Canadian Food Inspection Agency […]