The Fur-Bearers
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The Fur-Bearers is retiring our X account and transitioning to Bluesky. We appreciate your support over the years. New account: https://t.co/IUW9wR3uAR
Vancouver, BC
Joined May 2009
After careful consideration, The Fur-Bearers is retiring our X account and transitioning to Bluesky. We deeply appreciate your support over the years. Follow our new account on BlueSky at https://t.co/8lqleD6a9K for future updates!
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1 WEEK LEFT: Sign @FurBearers's federal e-petition before January 27 to end fur farming for all species in Canada. https://t.co/IlkT43zUNR
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A polar vortex is creating a sudden cold snap across much of Canada, leaving many wildlife lovers wanting to help their furry and feathered neighbours. Here’s a few ways you can help! #arcticvortex
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"Tizzy and Me: Fifteen Ways to Love A Mink" by Dr. Nadja Lubiw-Hazard is a heartwarming chapter book that introduces young readers to animal welfare. Dr. Nadia joined Defender Radio to share the inspiration behind the story and tips for aspiring writers: https://t.co/Tp13WooBkg
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".......with more bans looming, the (fur farming) industry could be seeing more changes in the near future. https://t.co/uTxro6W7rC
#Cdnpoli #furfashion @FurFreeAlliance
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Cold temperatures… Fewer food resources… Winter may be challenging, but North American wild animals have adapted well! ❄ Our friend Ed and his team at @WCVtweets reveal how #birds, #bats, #squirrels, and more survive the winter: https://t.co/Iw0YRPe5I5
#WildlifeEducation
pbs.org
Learn how wildlife survive the often-harsh conditions of winter.
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Observations of “aggressive” coyotes are typically misunderstandings – but the consequences can be dire. Here are three behaviours people mistake for aggression in coyotes, and why coexistence is so important.
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Colorado to capture 15 B.C. wolves to reintroduce the population to the state: Biologist with B.C. environmental group @Raincoast says plan leaves her with concerns #wolves @ChelGreer
cbc.ca
Colorado officials plan to capture up to 15 grey wolves from British Columbia's hinterlands to help the Centennial State re-establish the predators' long-lost population.
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The ‘convoy of incredible people’ saving animals from California’s infernal fires https://t.co/gWbYkQcVB3
theguardian.com
As fires licked the Los Angeles landscape, a network of volunteers plunged into action to rescue pets and livestock
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Have you added your name to the petition calling for an end to fur farming in Canada? Federal e-petition e-5269 urges the Government of Canada to end fur farming for all species of animals. Your signature can make a real difference! Sign here: https://t.co/btYpO1S8Jv
#CDNpoli
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Please SHARE 🙏. Important information from Pasadena Humane Society regarding finding injured wildlife and pets etc. #CaliforniaWildfires
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Why Animals Must Have a Voice in Conservation Protocols Sentience and an individual's unique personality must be incorporated into conservation protocols. Animals are the primary stakeholders-granting them agency helps promote more ethical treatment. https://t.co/rFCQwcjMzR
psychologytoday.com
Animals are primary stakeholders in efforts to help them along, and granting agency and paying close attention to their inner lives will foster more ethical and humane treatment.
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Hibernating bats (like this #BigBrownBat) disturbed from their winter slumber are at serious risk of freezing or starving to death. If you find one out in the cold, the poor critter needs help at TWC! Learn how to safely contain them: https://t.co/zaBYy85Kxo
#TorontoWildlife
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A new study, published in the journal Zoonoses and Public Health, reveals that influenza A viruses were detected in minks on BC fur farms during the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn more and sign the federal e-petition to end fur farming in Canada below. #CDNpoli
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We're happy to announce that season 11 of Defender Radio and The Switch podcasts are going live this month! You’ll be hearing from expert scientists around the world talking about wildlife behaviour, population dynamics, and the environment.
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TAKE ACTION: @FurBearers have introduced a new federal e-petition that seeks to prohibit fur farming for all species across Canada. Can you sign and share the petition and help protect these animals? https://t.co/uHtw4cafj9
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Compassion Fatigue: Indirect Harms From Caring About Anima Conservation scientist Gosia Bryja sheds further light on the contagious and unintentional relationships between our psychological well-being and the mistreatment of other animals. https://t.co/auV0LOGE0M
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Very helpful link for people w/ pets that have been impacted by #CaliforniaFires incl lists of orgs that are helping foster care etc. Pls share. #LosAngelesFire
creators.yahoo.com
Here's a detailed list of local Los Angeles County shelters for pet owners who need to evacuate and any animal lovers who can offer support during this devastating time.
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Start planting your seeds this winter! Many beneficial native plants to Ontario require the cold winter months to germinate. Follow these steps for a beautiful garden come spring and summer! #BackyardBiodiversity is a campaign run in partnership with @leaf_org and @opg
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Good tips on how to include your pet during an evacuation. Please don't leave your pets behind. #CaliforniaWildfires #LosAngelesFires
abcnews.go.com
A Pasadena animal shelter has urged evacuees to "please take your animals with you" as they have brought in 300 animals after evacuations.
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