Opinion

How to train your dog's recall using a long lead

Training recall with a long lead is the path toward future off-leash adventures

Mar 20, 2025 5:30 AM Read more >

"Look at That" protocol turns fear to confidence

Joe explains a technique that rewards dogs for noticing their triggers, turning triggers from negatives to positives

Mar 13, 2025 5:30 AM Read more >

LETTER: Abbotsford resident charged $16 to swim in Vernon

Charging visitors an unreasonable fee to use recreational facilities sends the wrong message and will hurt the economy in the long run

Mar 10, 2025 6:05 PM Read more >

Do dogs experience shame and other secondary emotions?

Joe argues dogs don't have the cognitive complexity for social or self-conscious emotions

Mar 6, 2025 5:30 AM Read more >

Maintaining all forms of freedom of expression

Creative work and performances by minority and traditionally under-represented groups are being cancelled in the U.S.

Mar 1, 2025 2:54 AM Read more >

WOLF: Quit yelling at the refs, part 2

COLUMN: School district group forced to make tough decision

Feb 28, 2025 4:25 PM Read more >

Your dog is not being bad, she's terrified

Understanding separation anxiety in dogs is the first step to overcoming it

Feb 27, 2025 5:30 AM Read more >

WOLF: Quick, what are some of the things you miss the most?

COLUMN: Stream of consciousness exercise provides plenty of fun flashbacks

Feb 22, 2025 7:52 PM Read more >

Hidden heroes: How animal fosters are changing lives

Fostering an animal in need can be a deeply rewarding experience

Feb 20, 2025 5:30 AM Read more >

OPINION: B.C. forges ahead on wildfire resilience amid cross-border uncertainty

'One thing we can control is how we prepare for and address the wildfire threat in B.C.'

Feb 20, 2025 4:45 AM Read more >