Did you know that 12.8% of Canada’s population is 65 years and older? That’s 3,979,249 (2001 stat) people! How many of these people are no longer able to care for their pets and have had to surrender them to shelters, new homes, family or friends?

by Ellen Shay and Shauna Shipley
Because of the many health benefits of companion animals, allowing pets in the workplace can create a workforce that is happier and less stressed. Being able to bring your pet to work is considered a desirable employment benefit by many people. This can translate to less employee turnover and a more committed workforce.

Cats are protected by law, are free to roam and know no boundaries. However, problems can arise when cats are attracted to newly sown seedbeds, bird tables, neighbour's gardens, etc. Here are some useful tips for trying to prevent or solve these problems.

I love animals, and being fair to them, I usually wait a week before naming them (so they can "show me" their name).

By Amber Turnau, Record reporter

Easter brings visions of happy little bunnies with bows and chocolate eggs, but there is an underlying tale of neglected, abandoned and injured rabbits that will shatter those idealistic images.

"I'm dreading Easter, I'm just dreading it," said Lisa Hutcheon, volunteer foster co-ordinator at the SPCA.

Oh, like you don't Lambada with the puppy when nobody's looking? For its Pet Owner's Survey, the American Animal Hospital Association interviewed 1,200 Americans about their relationships with pets. Here's what they said:
* 65% of pet owners have sung or danced with pets.
* 89% believe their pet understands all or some of what they say.
* 76% talk to their pet in a different voice.
* 83% said they are somewhat to very likely to risk their life for their pet.
* 28% of dog owners have dressed their dog in clothing.
* 56% have sent or 'received" a greeting card from the pet.