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Bide Awhile

Bide Awhile is a not-for-profit, no-kill shelter that rescues and rehomes animals. Bide Awhile Animal Shelter
67 Neptune Crescent P.O.
(85)

Box 50029,
RPO Southdale Dartmouth NS B2Y 4S2

Tel. (902) 469-9578
Fax. (902) 463-6173

08/17/2024

24 Kittens - 24 Olympians.

When we learned that 24 kittens would be making their way to our shelter late last week, there was a lot of discussion around naming. With the Paris Olympics wrapping up at the same time as their arrival, plus the strength and determination of these kittens - there was no other choice.

Each of the 24 were named after Canadian athletes who represented the country in the 2024 Olympics. Over the next week, we will be introducing these kittens on our social media.

Meet the Men's 4x100 Relay Team: Aaron Brown, Andre De Grasse, Jerome Blake, and Brendon Rodney 👟

Don’t forget to check out our 50/50 Raffle! Funds raised will be helping us provide care for these 24 kittens and more: www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/bideawhile

*THESE KITTENS ARE NOT CURRENTLY AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION*

08/16/2024

Check out our newest cuties on Furbaby Friday with Hot Country Halifax! 🐾✨

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If you would like to join our kitten waitlist - please contact us during business hours to make arrangements at 902-469-9578. For more information and to check adoption statuses, visit our website at www.bideawhile.org.

08/16/2024

24 Kittens - 24 Olympians.

When we learned that 24 kittens would be making their way to our shelter late last week, there was a lot of discussion around naming. With the Paris Olympics wrapping up at the same time as their arrival, plus the strength and determination of these kittens - there was no other choice.

Each of the 24 were named after Canadian athletes who represented the country in the 2024 Olympics. Over the next week, we will be introducing these kittens on our social media.

What better way to start the introductions than our three Nova Scotians - Sloan Mackenzie, Wyatt Sanford, and Ellie Black!

Don’t forget to check out our 50/50 Raffle that launched TODAY! Funds raised will be helping us provide care for these 24 kittens and more: www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/bideawhile

*THESE KITTENS ARE NOT CURRENTLY AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION*

08/15/2024

Today is National day!

Anna Mona-Pia is here to remind you that having up to date information connected to your pet’s microchip is important as it helps reunite animal and owner in any lost or found situations.

Can’t remember when you last updated your pet’s microchip information? Then it’s time to check the chip and get in touch with your microchip provider!

All companion animals adopted from Bide Awhile are microchipped and information is done through 24Petwatch 🐾

08/14/2024

Stay until the end for Bumble’s update! 🥹❤️

08/13/2024

We've received numerous calls and messages interested in our 24 latest arrivals at the shelter. While they're not available for adoption right now, take a look at some of our current companions that are!

Bentlee: www.bideawhile.org/adoptions/current-animals/bentlee/
Murphy: www.bideawhile.org/adoptions/current-animals/murphy/
Tommy & Mic Mac: www.bideawhile.org/adoptions/current-animals/tommy-mic-mac/
Shadow: www.bideawhile.org/adoptions/current-animals/shadow/

08/12/2024

To say we are grateful for our community would be an understatement. ❤️

Since Friday evening, we've been able to raise close to $10,000 for the 24 kittens we took into our care. Thanks to the generosity of our community, not only will these kittens experience the best care, but additional funds raised are helping us to bring in the additional cats in need.

We wanted to extend our deepest thanks to everyone who has offered support through donations, offers to foster, and interest in adoption. When our community comes together, there is no limit to what we can do.

Link to donate: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/103410

08/12/2024

Cat Yoga is back with KITTENS! 🐈

Get a purrrfect evening of some beginner yoga and kitten cuddles at the shelter on August 21st. Registration fills up fast, so don't wait.

Get your spot: https://bideawhile.org/fundraisers-and-events/cat-yoga/

08/12/2024

UPDATE: OWNER FOUND

Do you recognize me?

Stray cat brought to Bide Awhile from Dartmouth. If you think this is your cat, please call our office at 902-469-9578.

08/11/2024

Second Chances: The Tale of Two Bonded Cats

Bide Awhile has always stood behind their cats and we always say that we will take them back no matter what. Even if it’s ten years later, like the case of Shaneaki and Milkia.

Adopted from Bide Awhile as a kitten, Milkia lived a life full of love with her original owner. Sadly, in November of 2023 we received a call that Milkia would need to return to the shelter due to a personal situation where they were no longer able to care for her.

However, with Milkia came a 12 year old Siamese, Shaneaki, who loved her adopted sibling and could not be separated from her. Without hesitation, we agreed to take both and promised them a life together.

Upon arrival Milkia and Shaneaki were quite shy because of the big life change. It was soon determined that both cats would require a two week treatment for mycoplasma, a bacterial infection which can cause symptoms such as anemia. They were placed in the office of our Executive Director and within a few weeks started to blossom in personality and seek attention from staff.

With both girls being older, we wondered how quickly they would be adopted. A young bonded pair can be hard enough to find an appropriate home for, let alone two seniors. We were determined to keep them together and would not give up on the duo.

After three months of residing in our care at Bide Awhile and countless potential adopters backing out, our wish came true and both girls were adopted to the same home.

08/10/2024

Adoption Update: Sophie & Annie (Now Pyper & Bailey)

"They have settled in quite well and seem quite comfortable here. They are eating and drinking well and get outside for a walk and just to hang out while we are working out in the yard. All in all they are very well behaved and seem to be responding well to their environment, barking only to alert us when they spot something "suspicious".

We are thankful to have been chosen as their humans!"

08/09/2024

This is the reality of rescue, and the reason we are here.

We were contacted earlier this week with a desperate plea for help with 24 kittens, all from the same home. A kind-hearted lady who formerly ran a private cat rescue had offered to take “some kittens” from someone in their community, but they did not anticipate what they would be walking into.

“I never thought there would be this many. I have never seen this many kittens."

The late-night request for help was quickly received by office staff, and there was no question about our decision. We told them we could take all 24 and care for them until they can find their new homes. We had two days to prepare for their arrival.

While 24 kittens may sound like a room full of fun, it throws a huge wrench in our funding for animal care. The veterinary procedures for these kittens alone is going to cost over $5,000 – which does not even account for any additional medication, food, exams, or housing.

We have been 100% community funded since our beginnings in 1969, and we have helped tens of thousands of animals over our 54 years. We have helped connect thousands of families from all over the province and beyond with their beloved pets. We’ve helped offer medical procedure, supplies, food, and pet housing to those in need.

Now we need your help. There are 24 little lives relying on us to find their happy endings.

Even the smallest donations can help us care for these kittens and help us continue to care for the countless others in need: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/103410

08/09/2024

This week we have a double Furbaby Friday with Hot Country Halifax!

🐕 Murphy 🐕

Murphy is an energetic 8 month old labrador retriever mix who is looking to join an active family to meet his needs. He’s a sweet boy who loves people and likes to explore. He’s a high-energy dog who will need someone with time to make sure his high-energy needs are met.

🐾 Bentlee 🐾

Bentlee is a spunky 8 month old labrador retriever mix who loves to play and go for long walks. He’s a bundle of energy and would be best suited for an active home where he has lots of opportunities to get his energy out.

These dogs are not bonded and would do best in their own homes. Both dogs do well with other dogs but have not been tested with other animals. They are currently working on their basic commands and leash manners.

Puppy classes are highly recommended to set them up for the best possible future.

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If you want to book an adoption appointment to meet our companions - please contact us during business hours to make arrangements at 902-469-9578. For more information and to check adoption statuses, visit our website at www.bideawhile.org.

08/09/2024

Introducing Glenda, Eleanor, Chidi & Mindy who are all now ready to find their forever homes! 😻

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If you want to book an adoption appointment to meet our companions - please contact us during business hours to make arrangements at 902-469-9578. For more information and to check adoption statuses, visit our website at www.bideawhile.org.

08/08/2024

From now until August 26th, every dollar donated up to $500 will be matched by ROYALE Kittens / Chatons in their Home for Every Pet Project!

Make your donation DOUBLE: www.bideawhile.org/donate

08/08/2024

Life is expensive and we want to help. Each donation of school supplies or pet supplies from now until August 17th receives 15 minutes of kitten cuddles! 🍎😺

We’re super excited to be joining the Royal Lepage Anchor - School Supply Drive and FX 101.9 TODAY'S COUNTRY as a Dartmouth drop off location for their school supply drive. Check below to see some of the most needed school supplies.

Drop off your donation ahead of time at Bide Awhile – 67 Neptune Crescent, Dartmouth.

08/08/2024

It's one of our favourite days - International Cat Day 😻

Since the beginning of 2024, we've adopted over 380 cats! Do you have a Bide Awhile Alumni? Tell us about their adoption story in the comments!

08/07/2024

Adoption Update: Tanya (Now Sadie)

"We have had her for over a month now, and she has settled in very quickly. She is curious, gentle, and gets along well with our older dog. Thank you Bide Awhile!"

08/06/2024

Often times when you hear "bonded pair" you think of littermates or cats who have come from the same home. In this case, it's neither.

Tommy is a shy, one year old male who came from a feral colony. Due to his shyness and his G3 Heart Murmur, he has spent more time with us than usual. We strive to make sure every companion in the shelter has the most comfortable environment while experiencing as little stress as possible. Tommy spent some time in the main cat room but we did not feel as though he fit in, so we moved him to the kitten room and that's where Tommy met Mic Mac.

Mic Mac is a quiet, 6 month old kitten who was adopted in May but returned to the shelter only two months later. While she left the shelter as an outgoing, friendly kitten; she's now a shy little girl who spends her days cuddled up with her new friend.

It was love at first sight between Mic Mac and Tommy. They immediately started to spend their days curled up together in a cat tree. When one is out and about, the other one is too. They walk side by side, headbutt each other constantly, and rely on one another for comfort.

When Tommy had to be moved from the kitten room and into an office to socialize with people, Mic Mac joined him. After seeing the love between this unlikely duo, we knew that they needed to find a home where they can stay together.

Since their last move into our PR office, they've blossomed into loving cats. They're still shy at first, but after some time they've come around to the idea of people and now love a cheek scratch or weaving in between your legs as you work.

To say that these two are obsessed with each other would be an understatement. They're looking for a quiet home where it can just be them and an adult human or two.

If you think you could be the right home for this lovable duo, please call our office at 902-469-9578 to schedule an appointment to meet them. If you don't think you're the right home but still want to help, share their story with your friends and family.

We know their forever home is out there somewhere. ❤️🐾

08/05/2024

Happy Natal Day! 🇨🇦

We’re proud to call Nova Scotia our home. While we’re located in Dartmouth, we assist individuals and other rescues across our beautiful province.

08/04/2024

Adoption Update: Pam & Amanda (Now Millie & Aela)

"We're so happy we got two; they are inseparable, crazy, funny and adorable.

They're officially sisters, when one doesn't know where the other is they meow for them. Sleep together, play all day, nap together. They eat our youngest daughters curly hair. What a joy they've brought to us. They adjusted very quickly.

Thank you each for the kindness and care you provide to animals and adoptees."

08/03/2024

Adoption Update: Luna

"It has been almost a year since I adopted Luna from your wonderful shelter, and I wanted to let you know how she’s doing , and how much joy she has brought to my life.

She came to me last August as a friendly, but scrawny little kitty who had a rough life for her first 3 years. Within an hour, she made herself at home, and within a day, she owned the place! She sleeps on my bed, and claims my lap space whenever I’m sitting. Whether I’m out for 5 minutes or 3 hours, she’s waiting on a bench in the hall when I open the door. She’s the most loveable of any cat I have owned.

Unfortunately, she hasn’t outgrown her protein allergy, but thrives on her special kibble diet. I crush her steroid pill in protein-free soft food, and she loves that more than life itself! As a result, she has blossomed from 5.3 to 10.4 lbs! I had to buy an automatic feeder because the steroids make her so hungry, she was waking me at 4:00am wanting breakfast!

Despite (and because) of all that, she filled a space in my heart that was lonely after my husband passed away. She makes me laugh, she always wants to be in the same room as I am, she loves to play, and can be quite chatty. I don’t know what I would ever do without her!

Thank you for the wonderful work that you do, and especially for Luna."

08/02/2024

It's Furbaby Friday with Hot Country Halifax and this week we have Shadow!

Shadow is a super sweet 16 year old, diabetic female. She loves humans and would make a fantastic movie watching partner. Shadow has an abundance of love to give her new family.

She is a diabetic and requires bi-daily insulin injections and a diabetic management diet. This sweetheart is looking to find her forever retirement home full of love.

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If you want to book an adoption appointment to meet our companions - please contact us during business hours to make arrangements at 902-469-9578. For more information and to check adoption statuses, visit our website at www.bideawhile.org.

08/01/2024

Meet our Halifax Drag Queen Kittens! .monapia

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If you would like to join our kitten waitlist - please contact us during business hours to make arrangements at 902-469-9578. For more information and to check adoption statuses, visit our website at www.bideawhile.org.

07/31/2024

Happy National Mutt Day to our favourite shelter "breed"! 🐕

07/31/2024

Congratulations to Janice Jessome from Timberlea on winning $3,537 in our July 50/50 for Bumble! 🐝

07/31/2024

Bumble's 50/50 raffle ends today at 3PM! The jackpot is already over $6,000 so don't miss out on making a difference. ❤️

Tickets: www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/bideawhile

07/31/2024

It's baby time! 🐈

Tang, our fictional kitty, gave birth to four cute little kittens.

Thanks to everyone who followed along on Tang's journey while we raised awareness for our Spooks Memorial Program. With the generosity of the community, we were able to raise $6,098 to go towards low cost spay & neuter!

You can learn more about Spooks Memorial on our website: https://bideawhile.org/ways-to-donate/spooks-memorial/

07/30/2024

Thanks for stopping by FX 101.9 TODAY'S COUNTRY to showcase our adoptable, Simba! This sweet boy is ready to find his Furever Friend.

And don't forget to check out our July 50/50 raffle for Bumble: https://www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/bideawhile

07/30/2024

Look at that stretch and those STEPS! ❤️

Bumble got a visit from our vet today and her progress is going well. She’s now even able to take some steps all on her own. 🥹

The raffle fundraiser closes tomorrow at 3PM and we’re hoping to raise all the money we can to help her recovery. For as little as $10 you can be entered to win some cash and help Bumble!

Get your tickets: www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/bideawhile

Address

67 Neptune Crescent
Dartmouth, NS
B2Y4W4

Opening Hours

Tuesday	10am - 5pm
Wednesday	10am - 5pm
Thursday	10am - 5pm
Friday	10am - 5pm
Saturday	10am - 2pm

Website

http://www.bideawhile.org/

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Videos

Bumble’s Update

Stay until the end for Bumble’s update! 🥹❤️ #bideawhile #adoptionthatfits #nevergivingup

The collab we KNEW we needed! 😻

Meet Simba on Furever Friends

Thanks for stopping by FX 101.9 TODAY'S COUNTRY to showcase our adoptable, Simba! This sweet boy is ready to find his Furever Friend. And don't forget to check out our July 50/50 raffle for Bumble: https://www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/bideawhile

Look at that stretch and those STEPS! ❤️ Bumble got a visit from our vet today and her progress is going well. She’s now even able to take some steps all on her own. 🥹 The raffle fundraiser closes tomorrow at 3PM and we’re hoping to raise all the money we can to help her recovery. For as little as $10 you can be entered to win some cash and help Bumble! Get your tickets: www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/bideawhile

Bumble Update 🐝

Bumble is on the MOVE! We're so happy to see her making progress and are thrilled to report that she's now able to move around on her own. She's still got a long road ahead of her, and your support of her journey is greatly appreciated. Every dollar makes a difference! ❤️ We’re raising funds for our animal care through monthly 50/50 raffles. For as little as $10, you can help make a difference for Bumble. Get your tickets here: www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/bideawhile

Meet the Makers - Spooks Memorial

"It was a life that deserved to be remembered." Learn how Chris and Peter created a legacy in the name of their late cat and went on to help thousands more. 🐾 Help support our Spooks Memorial Campaign: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/101856

BUMBLE UPDATE: We have movement! 🐝 Three weeks ago, Bumble became paralyzed completely out of the blue. With no conclusive diagnosis, we opted to give her one last chance with a trial plan of antibiotics, fluids, and pain management. This week, Bumble is now able to move her front legs and shoulders! We’re hopeful for recovery but she’s not out of the woods yet. We need your support. We’re raising funds for our animal care through monthly 50/50 raffles. For as little as $10, you can help make a difference for Bumble. Get your tickets here: www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/bideawhile

Happy National Kitten Day 😺 #HereForTheCats

Way down in Kokomo 🎶😸 #thebeachboys

Thousands of unwanted animals are born each day. Shelters across the country are operating at capacity and cannot take any more. Spooks Memorial was created to help put an end to unwanted euthanasia and stop over-population by providing spaying and neutering for those in need. Help us solve the problem – spay and neuter your pets, consider donating to the Spooks Memorial Campaign, or purchase a raffle ticket to help provide a spay or neuter for an animal in need. ❤️ June 50/50 Cash Raffle: https://www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/bideawhile Spooks Memorial Campaign: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/101856

The installation of our second hive with Greenfield Hives & Honey! 🐝

Frankie & MJ from FX 101.9 TODAY'S COUNTRY stopped by the shelter yesterday to learn more about Penny and some of our other companions! Thanks to Pet Valu Baker Drive, Pet Valu Timberlea, Pet Valu Tantallon, NS, Pet Valu Spryfield, NS, @petvaluyoungandkempt & Invisible Fence Brand Nova Scotia for making this Furever Friends possible!

We’re not crying, you’re crying 🥹 Our longest resident, Lara, has been approved for adoption after 382 days at the shelter. #adoptionthatfits #bideawhile #bideawhileanimalshelter #halifax #adoptdontshop #novascotia #adopted #newbeginnings

LOOK AT ALL THAT LITTER 😻 A huge thank you to Amazon their donation of supplies to our shelter!

Our Kenny Street Water Station for the full and half @bnmarathon!

Happy Mother’s Day to all the mothers out there, furry or not! ❤️

Mr. Ginger's New Home

Next time you adopt, don't forget about the seniors. ❤️ A follow-up visit with one of our most known adoptions of 2023, Mr. Ginger. Taylor speaks to us about her adoption process and what drew her to adopting a senior, FIV+ cat.

Happy's Story

Meet Happy – our Rafflebox feature kitty for our April raffle. Happy arrived at Bide Awhile unexpectedly on March 12th, 2024. She was handed off to a staff member who was told she fell from her cat tree one day and had “jumped funny” since the incident occurred. Noticing the cat was in discomfort, we took her into our care and began to assess the situation right away. She was limping on her right back leg and was missing teeth. Our veterinarian recommended taking an x-ray to determine why she was limping. This x-ray revealed that Happy was “jumping funny” because she has a broken pelvis causing movements to be painful. Recovery for Happy is going to take months. She will need to remain on kennel rest to ensure she does not reaggravate the injury. During her recovery, she’s on plenty of pain medication to keep her as comfortable as possible. The vet visits, medications, treatments, and general care are going to cost a lot for our shelter which has already seen a huge increase in animal care costs. Bide Awhile is 100% community funded and receives no government assistance. We are asking our community to help support us by taking part in our Rafflebox 50/50 Cash Raffle and sharing Happy’s story. Funds raised by this raffle will go directly to animals like Happy. For as little as $10, you can help us save the lives of innocent animals and have the chance to win some extra cash for your own pocket: https://www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/bideawhile

Smith’s got those high heels 👠 #BideAwhile #AdoptionThatFits

Less than 48 hours left to get your raffle tickets! For as little as $10 you have help us care for hundreds of kittens and have the chance to put over $2,000 back in your own pocket: https://www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/bideawhile 🔈 Audio up for some Nosey snores! 🔈