Opinion

"Look at That" protocol turns fear to confidence

Joe explains a technique that rewards dogs for noticing their triggers, turning triggers from negatives to positives

Mar 13, 2025 5:30 AM Read more >

LETTER: Abbotsford resident charged $16 to swim in Vernon

Charging visitors an unreasonable fee to use recreational facilities sends the wrong message and will hurt the economy in the long run

Mar 10, 2025 6:05 PM Read more >

Do dogs experience shame and other secondary emotions?

Joe argues dogs don't have the cognitive complexity for social or self-conscious emotions

Mar 6, 2025 5:30 AM Read more >

LETTER: Should MLAs be voting based on their feelings for a whole constituency?

Chilliwack letter writer questions Conservative MLA Heather Maahs' vote against 'Team Canada' motion

Mar 3, 2025 2:35 PM Read more >

WOLF: Quit yelling at the refs, part 2

COLUMN: School district group forced to make tough decision

Feb 28, 2025 4:25 PM Read more >

Your dog is not being bad, she's terrified

Understanding separation anxiety in dogs is the first step to overcoming it

Feb 27, 2025 5:30 AM Read more >

WOLF: Quick, what are some of the things you miss the most?

COLUMN: Stream of consciousness exercise provides plenty of fun flashbacks

Feb 22, 2025 7:52 PM Read more >

Hidden heroes: How animal fosters are changing lives

Fostering an animal in need can be a deeply rewarding experience

Feb 20, 2025 5:30 AM Read more >

OPINION: B.C. forges ahead on wildfire resilience amid cross-border uncertainty

'One thing we can control is how we prepare for and address the wildfire threat in B.C.'

Feb 20, 2025 4:45 AM Read more >

WESTNEAT: A reply from Canada: ‘We’re sorry, but apology not accepted’

‘Love it or leave it’ Americans did not disappoint, but Canada replies were the most interesting

Feb 19, 2025 9:30 AM Read more >