Common Cat Illnesses

Common Cat Illnesses

by | Oct 27, 2021 | Cats

Like us, cats can suffer from a variety of different illnesses; cats can get sick from ingesting something they shouldn’t have, from a genetic illness, from their environments, etc.. Of course having an indoor cat means lessened risks for some diseases, but it doesn’t...
Cosmetic Procedures

Cosmetic Procedures

by | Oct 1, 2021 | Other

We as human beings have a tendency to modify and change things that don’t necessarily suit our lives, and that has extended to modifying our animals as well. In this case, I’m talking about ear cropping and declawing — two controversial practices that were once...
Preparing for a New Kitten

Preparing for a New Kitten

by | Jul 10, 2021 | Cats, Other

Bringing a kitten home is one of the most exciting things you can do! Much like puppies, or really any baby animal, they do require preparation and awareness. Kittens are so sweet and playful, and in some ways they’re easier to deal with than puppies, but they still...
Parvo

Parvo

by | Jun 10, 2021 | Dogs, Other

The word “parvo” may seem harmless to the average person, but to anyone working with animals, it’s synonymous with “definite cause for concern”. Parvo is a highly contagious virus that causes an infectious gastrointestinal illness in puppies generally, but also often...
Preparing for a New Puppy

Preparing for a New Puppy

by | May 10, 2021 | Dogs

Bringing a new puppy home is certainly an exciting task, however many people underestimate just how much preparation and care has to go into this venture! There are also a number of expectations that either have to be met, or sometimes even relinquished (such as the...
Pets and Mental Health

Pets and Mental Health

by | May 9, 2021 | Cats, Dogs, News & Animal Updates, Other

Mental health is something that has affected each and every single one of us since the start of the pandemic. According to Statistics Canada, youth have experienced the most significant decline since the pandemic has started, and those who were already suffering from...
Thank You Volunteers and Foster Homes!

Thank You Volunteers and Foster Homes!

by | Apr 21, 2021 | Other, Volunteers

Hello AARCS Family! As many of you are aware, each year AARCS hosts an Annual Volunteer Appreciation Event. This event gives us the opportunity to get together and celebrate the previous year by acknowledging some of you who have gone above and beyond. Unfortunately,...