On February 25th, 2026, the PEI Humane Society’s Animal Protection Officers seized one mother dog and 10 puppies under the Prince Edward Island Animal Welfare Act. The dogs are being cared for and...
Mother Dog & 10 Puppies Seized
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57 Reptiles & Other Exotic Species Seized by PEIHS
On February 18th, 2026, the PEI Humane Society’s Animal Protection Officers seized a large number of reptiles and exotic species under the Prince Edward Island Animal Welfare Act. The PEI Humane...
Greatest Needs List
Greatest Needs List: Last updated Feb 23rd, 2026 FEB 23rd: Here’s what we need now and over the next several weeks: Gift cards to local pet stores: Global, Blue Ribbon, Ren’s, PetValu, etc....
Large Intake – 43 Dogs
On February 5th, 2026, the PEI Humane Society’s Animal Protection Officers seized 43 dogs under the Prince Edward Island Animal Welfare Act. The investigation is ongoing, so we are unable to answer...
PEI Dog Owner’s Act
The PEI Dog Owner's Act comes into effect on Prince Edward Island on November 1, 2025. This new piece of legislation aims to strengthen and clarify key issues around dog ownership on the Island. To...
A Request for Patience
August 2025 The PEI Humane Society is working under significant pressure and is over capacity. Here’s a peek behind the curtain as to why… We currently have over 200 animals in our care (229...
Reporting Process
Concerns reported to Animal Protection Officers are handled individually. When investigating a complaint, an officer may visit the home or location of the complaint. When visiting the site, if an...
Understanding the PEI Dog Act: Humane Complaints, Aggression, and Public Safety
The PEI Dog Act is a key piece of legislation that helps guide how dog-related concerns are handled across the province. At the PEI Humane Society, Animal Protection Officers are responsible for...
Inside the Welfare Complaint Process: How Animal Protection Responds
This article outlines complaint response procedures related to the Animal Welfare Act. How Animal Protection Officers Approach Complaints At the PEI Humane Society, Animal Protection Officers play...
Sign the Petition! Include Pets in Emergency Planning
The PEI Humane Society, in partnership with Humane Canada, is asking Islanders to sign a petition to advocate for pets to be included in emergency planning and funding programs. Islanders know that...
What is a Facilitated Adoption?
What is a Facilitated Adoption? A Stress-Free Way to Rehome PetsKeeping animals comfortable while helping them find new homes At the PEI Humane Society, our mission is to find loving, permanent...
Foster-To-Adopt: What does it mean?
Why Foster-To-Adopt is a Win-Win for You and Shelter PetsHelping animals heal, one home at a time Adopting a pet is a big decision—especially when you see the label “Foster-To-Adopt” on an animal’s...
