Category: Canada

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 […]

An easy way to identify the different deer of Canada is by describing what they look like, where they live and what they eat. I use these to describe the five deer species in Canada: White-tailed deer, Mule deer, Caribou, Moose, and Wapiti. Where can I find mule deer in Canada? Mule deer prefer open […]

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 […]

The average cost of adopting a cat is between $170 to $460, according to Rover’s Cost of Pet Parenthood Survey. If you have your heart set on a purebred cat, The Canadian Cat Association is a registry of listings and breeders to help you find your perfect match. How much does it cost to adopt […]

There’s a company right here in Montreal that lets you rent a puppy for the day!! The company is called Dogtime Community and the way it works is super simple. All you have to do is go onto their site, look through their list of available dogs in the city and send a request to […]

Lethocerus americanus is a giant water bug in the family Belostomatidae, native to southern Canada and the United States (north of 35°N; other Lethocerus species are found southwards). It typically has a length around 5–6 cm (2.0–2.4 in). Are there waterbugs in Canada? Giant Water Bugs are members of the order Hemiptera, true bugs. They […]

Canada could spend more than $8,000,000,000 each year on animal testing. How much does animal testing costs? Costs of Animal and Non-Animal Testing Type of Toxicity Study Cost ($US) in vitro test $20,000 Sister chromatid exchange animal test $22,000 in vitro test $8,000 Unscheduled DNA synthesis animal test $32,000 Are animal tests expensive? Animal tests […]

Ontario adopted the common loon (Gavia immer) as its official bird on June 23, 1994. The loon is a common sight on many lakes and rivers in the province. In 1987, Canada replaced its $1 bill with a coin, which featured a swimming loon on the tail side. Why is the loon a Canadian symbol? […]

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 […]

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 […]