Pets & Animals

These stories about local pets, animals and animal lovers in Elora Fergus. are made possible through the continued support of Original Home Furniture as part of our Community Leaders Program.

Pets for Alice program brings companionship for seniors and animals

Since 2011, New Hope Animal Rescue offers the Pets for Alice program, an initiative that helps to improve the lives of both pets and citizens

Nov 30, 2024 7:15 AM Read more >

VIDEO: Alpacas from Rockwood travel in style to the Royal Winter Fair

Dawson and Pacey from Rockwood's All In Alpacas are this year's Royal Agricultural Winter Fair ambassadors

Oct 31, 2024 7:30 AM Read more >

'Something About Cats' prowling around Fergus Grand Theatre Sunday

At this year's Culture Days, Jay Wilson be one of several acts to take to the Fergus Grand Theatre stage on Sunday at 10 a.m.

Sep 28, 2024 7:15 AM Read more >

Arthur Animal Rescue sees record number of surrendered cats, kittens

The rescue has 140 cats and kittens in it's care with 40 up for adoption

Sep 9, 2024 7:00 AM Read more >

Two Rockwood pigs look to find their forever home

Two potbellied pigs, Priscilla and Pepper from Rockwood, hope to find a new home, together

Jul 9, 2024 8:00 AM Read more >

Audrey's Rescue offers TLC for animals in need

Audrey's Rescue is dedicated to saving and looking after feral, stray, neglected and injured animals in Wellington County

Jun 21, 2024 7:00 PM Read more >

Wellington County bulldog goes Hollywood ... well, sort of

A country girl at heart, Ruby Red, an English Bulldog from just outside Mount Forest, has starred in her first commercial for Pet Valu

May 6, 2024 7:00 AM Read more >

Dogs are the stars of the show in Fergus this weekend (VIDEO)

The Guelph and District Kennel Club dog show runs all weekend at the Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex

Apr 13, 2024 7:00 AM Read more >

Demand soars for adults in need of autism service dogs

With rising demand, Autism Dog Services now offers service dogs for adults living with autism and other related disorders throughout southwestern Ontario

Mar 29, 2024 12:00 PM Read more >

Puslinch woman brings joy to dogs with allergen friendly treats

In December, Abby Branchaud from Puslinch launched Evelyn’s Barkery which offers dogs allergen-friendly pet treats

Feb 14, 2024 2:00 PM Read more >

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