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Humane, ethical, force-free companion animal behaviour, training, and welfare social enterprise.

WFA has been training in China, Thailand and Canada for over 10 years in positive reinforcement force free training, and techniques and for animal welfare. WFA specializes in rescue companion animals and ethical, humane methods to reduce their fear, anxiety, and stress. We so by teaching the pet guardian, trainer, animal professionals, shelters and veterinarians. WFA b

elieves that working in partnerships can create a large, long-term and positive impact for animal welfare.

09/06/2025

Do you think that you can recognize the behavioural changes in an animal that indicates they’re being abused? ❤️‍🩹

There is a LINK between violence against animals and violence against people (gender-based violence), especially in the same household.

Whether you work directly with animals or a nonprofit that helps vulnerable people, such as gender-based survivors with pets, you need to know the signs of violence against animals.

Download our free resource at the link 🔗-“Animal Abuse Checklist for Veterinary Professionals” - to help you know the signs of animal abuse and what to do. Click here 👉 https://www.welfare4animals.org/free-resources-and-products

05/06/2025

Today is but not all cats want to be hugged- just like many humans! ❌🙅🏻‍♀️🐈

Some cats are touch sensitive, other cats have pet aggression, and so many senior cats have medical conditions like arthritis and are sensitive to being tightly held or touched in certain areas.

Cats often don’t like being hugged as it makes them feel TRAPPED, which puts them into fight or flight. That’s why so many cats that are being held fiercely struggle to run away.

When you’re petting your cat, give them the CHOICE! See where there want to be petted or even if they want to be petted- using a consent test.

What is a consent test? PET-PET-PAUSE then see what the cat wants.

Does your cat like being held?

03/06/2025

that Google Ad Grants has $10,000/month for eligible nonprofits to use on Google Ads?

That’s FREE marketing for nonprofits to substantially increase their reach, awareness, and services, such as dog and cat adoptions?

But…. How to get started? Google Ads and marketing can feel insurmountable. Often, the fear of not knowing stops nonprofits from accessing these grants.

I was so happy when Just Be Cause Consulting approached me to write the “Unlock Google Ads for Nonprofits” guide for her Packed With Impact bundle. In 13-pages, there’s templates, guides, and examples, to make the insurmountable- SIMPLE.

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For only $111 Canadian, you will unlock over $6K in resources and access the Packed With Impact Bundle to elevate your nonprofit- including my Google Ads guide!

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If you want event more discounts, DM me for the FRIENDS discount- 15% off!

02/06/2025

Thank you to all the organizations and groups in Manitoba who are helping people and pets stay together. Thank you for your dedication to providing evacuees and their pets with care, food, and comfort in their time of need.

Here are a few organizations doing amazing work in these provinces- in no particular order.

Give them a follow and please tag other organizations or groups that you know are helping.

Feed the Furbabies Canada Feed The Furbabies Canada
K9 Advocacy Manitoba K9 Advocacy Manitoba
Save a Dog Network Canada Save A Dog Network Canada
Manitoba Animal Alliance Manitoba Animal Alliance
Winnipeg Humane Society Winnipeg Humane Society
Red Cross Canada Canadian Red Cross
Animal Food Bank Canada Animal Food Bank

31/05/2025

Do you think that you can recognize the signs of violence against animals? ❤️‍🩹

Whether you work directly with animals or a nonprofit that helps vulnerable people, such as gender-based survivors with pets, you need to know the signs of violence against animals.

Download our free resource below 👇 “Animal Abuse Checklist for Veterinary Professionals” - to help you know the signs of animal abuse and what to do.

🔗 https://www.welfare4animals.org/free-resources-and-products

30/05/2025

What is this Animal Smile Africa dog telling you? Meet Boxer!

It was Boxer’s first time getting vaccinated. His journey to veterinary care happened when Dani heard Animal Smile Africa’s announcement about free veterinary services during one of their outreach events. Curious to learn, Dani invited his friend- and his friend’s dog, Boxer- to join.

During the outreach event, Boxer received:
🐕 responsible dog ownership education information (for Boxer’s owner)
🪱deworming
🦠 treatment for ectoparasites (fleas, lice, mites),
❤️‍🩹 a health check,
💉 and his first-ever vaccinations!

Boxer’s body language shows that he is hesitant yet curious with the interactions. His back legs and tail are neutral, while his front legs are braced and his back is slightly hunched. His ears are to the side but a bit forward showing interest, his mouth closed, and his neck is extended for the interaction. He could be more braced due to the puppies in the area who may have also been playfully interacting with him.

❤️ This is the start of responsible pet ownership for Boxer, his owner and Dani, who said, “I didn’t know dogs could be treated like this.”

Learn more about Animal Smile Africa’s work here 👉 https://www.animalsmileafrica.org/about/

29/05/2025

🥵There is a heat warning for Calgary tomorrow, with highs of 31C. Although it’ll cool off on Friday, Saturday will also see highs of 30C.

What does that mean for your dogs and cats?

Walk them during cooler times such as mornings and evenings. Keep them and YOU well hydrated! And don’t leave an animal in a vehicle. 🚗

How do you keep your dog or cat safe during hot days?

21/05/2025

When you welcome a rescue dog into your heart and your home, it won’t always be easy. There will be great days and some incredibly difficult days. But, you’ll discover a part of you that has never existed.

By helping rescue dogs, you’ll also find YOU.

Happy

17/05/2025

🐕 Do you need a way to understand how your shelter dogs will cope with toys in their adoptive homes?

❣️Do you want to gain insights into their behaviours while also improving your shelter dog’s welfare and well-being?

⬇️ Download our FREE resource “1-1 Shelter Dog Enrichment”. It has 9 pages of interaction and behaviour checklists that you can use to assess your shelter dog during a 30-minute enrichment session.

It also includes how to setup the enrichment session, and an area for you to write notes! Anyone in your shelter can use this resource to help your dogs- like staff and volunteers!

If you do use this resource- DM us so we can collect data on enrichment and behaviour.

Click here https://www.welfare4animals.org/free-resources-and-ebooks

15/05/2025

What is this Animal Smile Africa dog telling us! Meet Fuhara.

As soon as Fuhara was brought to Animal Smile Africa’s team, it was clear that something was wrong. Fuhara was weak, trembling, and struggled to walk.

Tick paralysis had taken hold, and she quickly needed help. Tick paralysis is a serious condition that occurs when the toxin from a tick’s saliva causes gradual paralysis, primarily affecting the nervous system. Symptoms often include weakness, loss of muscle control, especially in the hind legs, and difficulty breathing. With quick veterinary treatment, most dogs infected, like Fuhara, can expect a quick recovery.

Their team provided loving veterinary care such as:

❤️ Gently removing the ticks from her ears and body,
🛀🏿 Providing Fuhara with a thorough medicated bath to soothe her skin,
💉 And a rabies vaccination.

Fuhara’s body language tells us that she is very stressed, likely from the pain of her condition. Her body, legs, and tail are all tucked and close to her body. Her ears are pulled back, mouth is closed, and brow furrowed. The whites of her eyes are showing (whale eye) and her pupils are dilated.

Thankfully, Fuhara received the care that she needed. Give Animal Smile Africa a follow to see more of their life-saving work.

Learn more about Animal Smile Africa’s work here. https://www.animalsmileafrica.org/

10/05/2025

Across Canada gender-based violence (GBV) is on the rise. But what does this have to do about pets?

Some form of animal abuse is present in 89% of GBV cases. And having a pet prevents 75% of GBV survivors from leaving their abuser.

That’s why we started our Nationwide Gender-Based Violence Shelters & Programs Directory that focuses on locations that accept cats and dogs. It details the location, animals are accepted, any restrictions on animals, and contact information.

So, survivors can access the information they need for themselves and their pets with 1 easy click.

If you or your nonprofit have a shelter or program that helps GBV survivors and pets, DM us to add you to the directory.

09/05/2025

Do your shelter dogs bark nonstop at your shelter? Are you unsure of how they’ll play with toys or behave with toys in a home? Or are you interested in what toys they like?Get ready! Our “1-1 Enrichment Session for Shelter Dogs” will help you with that!

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