Animal Stories

Coquitlam Legion raises $20K to help train service dogs for veterans

The Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS) is grateful for Coquitlam's generosity as there's still a need for more trainers and volunteers.

May 27, 2023 1:45 PM Read more >

Drone tracks missing dog to Port Coquitlam rail yard in astonishing rescue

What started out as a weekend jaunt for a pair of Husky dogs turned into a three-day ordeal for the owner and a community of Tri-Cities animal lovers.

May 24, 2023 4:45 PM Read more >

Photos + Video: Duck family reunited after two rescues near Coquitlam's Como Lake

Coquitlam resident Caragh Robinsmith, her daughters and a city employee brought a mama duck and her babies back together.

May 20, 2023 3:45 PM Read more >

Tri-Cities wildlife complaints up as workshop aims to educate about bears, coyotes

BC Conservation Officers statistics show a jump in calls, complaints about wildlife in urban areas of Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam and Port Moody.

May 19, 2023 10:45 AM Read more >

Letter: Keep your dog leashed on shared paths in Coquitlam's Mundy Park

Around 1:10 p.m. on Friday, May 12, while riding my bike through Mundy Park, I came upon two women — each with a dog off leash, the letter writer states.

May 15, 2023 9:45 AM Read more >

Photos: These animals in Tri-Cities' care can be adopted for half the price

BC SPCA's Coquitlam chapter is recognizing National Adopt-a-Shelter-Pet Day this weekend.

Apr 29, 2023 1:45 PM Read more >

Seniors and aging pets: Elderdog Tri-Cities aims to keep Fido at home

Elderdog Canada's Tri-Cities "pawd" seeks volunteers to help seniors with dogs, or owners with mature canines.

Apr 18, 2023 2:45 PM Read more >

Video: Bears coming out of hibernation — one recently spotted in a Coquitlam home's garbage

Coquitlam officials are reminding homeowners to secure all unnatural attractants, making sure they're inaccessible for all wildlife.

Mar 28, 2023 10:15 AM Read more >

BC SPCA launches $800K jackpot for annual spring lottery fundraiser

It's the largest-ever 50/50 draw for the provincial organization, set to help rescue and feed thousands of vulnerable animals.

Mar 9, 2023 1:30 PM Read more >

Cougars are being spotted in Coquitlam at night and early morning. Here's why

Are more cougars popping up in Coquitlam lately, or do we just have more CCTV cameras capturing their nighttime jaunts?

Mar 9, 2023 12:30 PM Read more >