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The APLB is happy to announce the launch of our new project collecting heartwarming stories about people’s pets for publication on our website, in our

By Tara Yarlagadda | MOURNING THE LOSS of a pet is difficult, but social stigma can make the process even harder and leave individuals to grieve in silence.

By Dr. Michelle Crossley and Colleen Rolland |  Abstract During the COVID-19 pandemic, individuals found themselves spending more time with their pets and relied on

An informal handbook that answers all questions about the sterilization of stray dogs (Animal Birth Control programme) and emphasizes its benefits towards creating a rabies-free

THE FRENSHE EDITORS This Is the Healthy Way to Cope With Pet Loss On a purely rational level, most of us understand that the cute

  COVID19 Update Dear Valued Clients, As this world seems to continue to endure turmoil and tragedy, the fact that the pandemic seems to finally

We have started a new Facebook group for when you need to tell your story and connect and share with others and our chatroom isn’t

By Lyndsay Duncombe · CBC News · Posted: Apr 03, 2022 4:00 AM ET | Last Updated: April 4 Dr. Karissa Mitchell knew something was

Pets are part of the family, changing our lives with their unconditional love. It’s for this reason and more that losing them can feel unbearable.

By Jess L. of dognerdz.com |   If you’ve ever thought about adopting an adult dog some of the tips here will come in handy.

By Elemy Pediatric ASD Behavioral Health | For children on the autism spectrum, pets can be immensely helpful. The lessons learned by caring for a

By Bo Evans | It’s not easy watching loved ones get old. “We don’t know if she’ll be here another day, another year,” said Mary

By Harry Baker | The decision comes after a new study reviewed hundreds of scientific papers on pain reception among the invertebrate groups. A number

By Camille Labchuk | CALGARY—The Alberta Court of Appeal today confirmed the need for Canadian courts to protect animals from violent crimes when sentencing those

By Wendi Weiner | On October 19, 2021, just five days after I wrote my article, Career Lessons I’ve Learned From My Senior Rescue Dog,

By Jackie Sharkey | In a trend that is being seen in many countries, the pandemic-inspired surge in pet ownership is leading to difficulties accessing

By Karen Jaques | Pet Loss Grief Counselor, APLB Chat Host |    We talk a lot about losing a pet through death, but not