Author: Darrel Pratt

Entering Canada With A Pet The owner will need to pay an inspection fee at the airport (about $30 + tax for the first pet and about $5 + tax for each additional pet). Pets arriving from the US are exempt from inspection fees. How much does it cost to fly a dog from USA […]

Want to bring your dog or other household pet with you on a trip to Niagara Falls State Park? It’s a pet-friendly park, so you can share the experience with your furry friend. Pets are permitted along the green space and footpaths at Niagara Falls State Park, including within view of the falls. Can you […]

First, you’ll have to have your dog vaccinated for rabies within two weeks of your arrival. Then you’ll have to take the vaccination record to a Canadian Food Inspection Agency office. In addition to the vaccination cost, you’ll incur administrative fees for each animal. These fees are due when you cross the border. Is it […]

Inconsistent laws in Canada also mean that certain wild animals can be legally kept as pets in some provinces but not in others. For example, 85% of the servals kept as pets in Canada can be found in British Columbia and Ontario – both provinces allow ownership of these animals. Can sables be pets? Even […]

The dog will need a Rabies Vaccination Certificate signed by a veterinarian that clearly identifies the animal. The dog must have been older than 3 months at the time of vaccination. If you are hiring a transportation company to transport your dog a formal customs entry will be needed. How can I bring my dog […]

Your dog or cat will need either proof of current rabies vaccination (EU Pet Passport is accepted) OR a health certificate in English or French and completed by a licensed veterinarian. Can cats fly without shots? Most airlines require a valid health certificate for travel completed by your veterinarian in order for your cat to […]

I use these to describe the five deer species in Canada: White-tailed deer, Mule deer, Caribou, Moose, and Wapiti. What is the most common deer in Canada? white-tailed deerThe 2 most common deer in Canada, white-tailed and mule deer, are closely related species of the genus Odocoileus. Both occur in many subspecies including dwarf island […]

The budget spent by Canadians on their pets has increased by 17.1% in 3 years Year Average spending / year Evolution rate 2018 $2,075$ / 2019 $2,272 9.49% 2020 $2,395 5.41% 2021 $2,430 1.46% How much do Canadians spend on dogs? Once you’ve purchased your pooch, it’s important to know how much of your annual […]

It is a crime in Canada to injure or kill a cat or dog. It is also a crime to endanger a cat or dog, cause unnecessary suffering to a dog or cat, and to cause damage or injury to a dog or cat while they are being driven or conveyed. What animals are illegal […]

Feeding can do more harm than good, Ministry of Natural Resources says. Ontario’s Ministry of Natural Resources is reminding people that feeding deer can do more harm than good. The province’s Ministry of Natural Resources is reminding people not to feed deer or to let dogs run after them. Is it legal to feed deer […]