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Can my dog eat this? Safety of common foods for dogs
Can dogs eat human foods? Many foods that humans enjoy are safe for dogs to consume and even beneficial for their health in moderation. However, there are some fruits, vegetables, and other foods that pose a health risk to our canine companions. Below is a guide to help you determine the difference between a tasty…
Vancouver Humane Society pleading for help to save pet lives after surge in emergency veterinary funding requests
“Sammy” (name changed for privacy), one of the animals helped by the McVitie Fund program this year. Vancouver, November 17, 2025 — The Vancouver Humane Society (VHS) is raising alarm bells as requests for emergency veterinary assistance reach unprecedented levels in 2025. The organization’s McVitie Fund—which provides life-saving veterinary care for pets in low-income households across B.C.—has already processed more than…