There are too many dogs in Manitoba. There are too many cats, too. Read this article for free: Already have an account? To continue reading, please subscribe: * There are too many dogs in Manitoba.
There are too many cats, too. Read unlimited articles for free today: Already have an account? Opinion There are too many dogs in Manitoba. There are too many cats, too.
There are even too many smaller companion animals, like hamsters, rabbits and guinea pigs. There are too many pets without homes. Shelters are overflowing and rescue groups are desperately seeking foster homes and adopters.
Yet, so many Manitobans continue to buy companion animals, whether online, from breeders or from stores. If you’re one of them, you’re part of the problem. In early August, 137 dogs were removed from a property just north of Winnipeg.
This came after the Winnipeg Humane Society (WHS) already took in nearly 70 dogs removed from a Fort Richmond home in May. At one point this month, the WHS had over 600 animals in care. “We are pleading with the public to put a hard stop on purchasing animals — online or in person from puppy mills, backyard breeders, or supporting any form of sale that can hinder the progress of managing overpopulation in this province,” said WHS CEO Jessica Miller.
She added that she has “never seen hordes of animals in such inhumane conditions, resulting in medical issues and long-term care, as I have in the last few months.” She said she has also never seen the she.