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Construction Update: September, 2023

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept 20, 2023 PEI Humane Society to pause construction of new animal shelter   The PEI Humane Society has had to make the difficult decision to pause construction on its...

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Surrendering a Pet: Step-by-Step

What does it mean to surrender a pet to the PEI Humane Society? How does it work? Why does it sometimes take a few days?   Depending on the time of year, capacity of the shelter, and your pet’s...

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FAQ: Kitten Season

What is Kitten Season?   Each year, early in the year, un-spayed female cats go into heat. By the spring, their babies begin to arrive, which is why shelter workers refer to this time of year...

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PSA: Panleukopenia found in PEI cats

The PEI Humane Society is limiting intakes of cats to their facility due to an outbreak of Panleukopenia. Those who have adopted cats from the shelter within the window for potential infection will...

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Fireworks & Your Pet

  The PEI Humane Society would like to remind the public of the stress that loud, sudden noises like fireworks can have on companion animals.   When planning an outdoor celebration, it is...

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PSA: At-Home Castration is Not Safe

Since the start of the year, the PEI Humane Society has seen an increase in animals displaying signs of attempted at-home castration. The shelter wishes to inform Islanders that the practice of...

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The PEIHS Dog Park is Closed

The PEI Humane Society’s dog park will remain closed ahead of capital build The PEI Humane Society has decided to keep their dog park closed ahead of the expected start of their capital build,...

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What Do I Do If I See a Dog in a Hot Car?

Each summer, the PEI Humane Society received hundreds of calls about dogs in hot cars. A dog that is left in a hot car on a hot day can suffer from heatstroke in a matter of minutes. Animal...

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