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CTV News
2 days ago
- Health
- CTV News
Task Force Animal Hospital opens
Calgary Watch A not-for-profit animal hospital officially opens in Calgary offering accessible and affordable vet care to people feeling financial challenges.
CTV News
2 days ago
- Health
- CTV News
Non-profit animal hospital opens in southeast Calgary
An animal hospital dedicated to affordable treatment for pets opened Saturday in southeast Calgary, and business is already booming. The Task Force Animal Hospital officially opened its doors Saturday, offering accessible and affordable vet care to people who might otherwise not be able to afford to take their pet to the vet. 'It's really the first hospital like this in Alberta right now," said Canadian Animal Task Force executive director and co-founder R.J. Bailot. Bailot said the group originally started to support Indigenous communities with dog management practices, setting up spay and neuter clinics but could see the need to broaden its reach. 'Over the years, we've kind of shifted and expanded programs to now have our own brick-and-mortar space in Calgary, so that we could actually help Calgarians as well," Bailot said. Task Force Animal Hospital Task Force Animal Hospital offers low-cost veterinarian care to Calgary pet owners who are financially-challenged. (Tyson Fedor, CTV Calgary) He said the group did a soft launch to try to gauge demand ahead of the official opening. 'Within a few days, we had over 300 applications,' he said. 'We know we're going to be slam busy. 'The sad reality is there's such a huge need for services like this,' he added. 'There was recently a study that was published that 50 per cent of Canadians are not bringing their animals right now to veterinarians, and cost is one of the largest factors.' Bailot said the group is trying to complete its capital campaign, with every dollar donated up to $100,000 being matched by a longtime donor. 'That will really help us get to our goal to really complete this capital campaign,' he said. The animal hospital is at 3610 Burnsland Rd S.E. For information, go here.
CBS News
10-08-2025
- General
- CBS News
Rare burrowing owl rescued after found with damaged wing on Broward roadside, officials say
A rare and threatened species of owl is recovering in an animal hospital after it was found with an injured wing on the side of the road in Broward County on Saturday, officials said. On Saturday evening, Broward Sheriff Fire Rescue responded to a call from a concerned resident reporting an injured burrowing owl near the intersection of Weston Hills and Royal Palms Boulevard in Weston. According to BSFR, the caller said they found the small bird on the side of the road and unable to fly. Upon arrival, firefighters found the owl had a damaged wing, "likely the result of a vehicle strike," BSFR said. So, crews carefully secured the owl, providing it immediate care to ensure its safety and comfort. BSFR said the bird was kept under "close observation" throughout the night before it was taken to the South Florida Wildlife Center in Fort Lauderdale on Sunday morning for specialized evaluation and treatment. The burrowing owl is a protected species in Florida, known for nesting in open and treeless areas, BSFR said. "These small, ground-dwelling birds are a rare and valued part of South Florida's ecosystem," the agency added. According to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, the burrowing owl is designated by the state of Florida as a threatened species because of continued loss of habitat due to human and domesticated animal development and harassment. Other threats to the owl's survival include heavy floods that destroy its burrows, increasing predators and vehicle strikes. Though it doesn't have an international designation, burrowing owls are also protected by the federal Migratory Bird Treaty Act, the FWC said.
Daily Mail
24-06-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
Pablo the cat's unbelievable one hour washing machine ordeal
A Burmese kitten has remarkably made a full recovery after its owner accidentally put on a front loader washing machine not noticing the feline was curled up inside. The owner said the nine-month-old cat, named Pablo, was napping inside the tub at their Gold Coast home after the door was left open. Pablo was tossed around over 55-minute tub clean cycle, which did not contain any clothes. When the owner opened the door after the cycle was done, they were horrified to find the beloved pet in critical condition. They rushed him to the Small Animal Specialist Hospital (SASH) for emergency care. SASH staff member Ella Yarsley told Seven News that Pablo had suffered a 'brain injury, lung injury', and 'lost several toes'. 'He was probably in the most dire condition I've seen in a case in a long time,' she said. 'Not many have seen cats go through a whole cycle and survive … it was pretty close to a miracle.' The vets wrote online that similar incidents were more common than many believe. 'A big thank you to Pablo's family for allowing us to share his story and raise awareness about the dangers of one of the favourite hiding spots for cats,' they wrote. 'Believe it or not, this is a relatively common occurrence we see at SASH.' Pablo is now reportedly 'almost back to full health'. A similar incident occurred on Queensland's Sunshine Coast in July 2020, when a two-year-old Burmese cat named Oscar became trapped inside a warm cycle. He had also climbed into the machine for a nap before enduring a 12-minute wash with detergent. In 2019, Poppy, a six-month-old kitten from Launceston, Tasmania, was pulled from the front-loader machine after a 30-minute cycle. Her horrified owners, who did not realise Poppy had made her way into the machine, rushed the kitten to the CBD Animal Medical Centre for treatment. Poppy was disorientated and suffered bruising but luckily escaped without serious injury.
Associated Press
05-06-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Inspire Veterinary Partners Acquires Central Florida Animal Hospital
Acquisition will add approximately $1.8 million in annual revenue and increases network of animal hospitals to 14 VIRGINIA BEACH, VA / ACCESS Newswire / June 5, 2025 / Inspire Veterinary Partners, Inc. (Nasdaq:IVP) ('Inspire' or the 'Company'), an owner and provider of pet health care services throughout the U.S., announced today it has acquired 100% ownership interest in DeBary Animal Clinic in DeBary Florida, north of Orlando. The acquisition marks the Company's fifth in the state and is projected to add up to approximately $1.8 million in annualized revenue to Inspire's growing veterinary clinic network. The multi-doctor general practicewith an established history in the community offers a full range of services for companion animals, including surgical procedures, dental, and wellness care. Inspire's veterinary clinic network already includes hospitals across eight states: California, Colorado, Florida, Indiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Ohio, and Texas, with more planned for the near future. 'The addition of our fifth location in the vibrant Florida pet care market is an important milestone in our growth strategy as we continue to demonstrate the value of the management and operational efficiencies associated with our expanding network of hospitals,' said Kimball Carr, President & Chief Executive Officer of Inspire. 'Our belief that the number and quality of potential animal hospitals looking to join the Inspire network has grown and will continue to grow based on our unique approach to supporting clinics operations and we look forward to additional acquisitions throughout the United States in the near term.' About Inspire Veterinary Partners, Inc. Inspire Veterinary Partners is an owner and provider of pet health care services throughout the US. As the Company expands, it expects to acquire additional veterinary hospitals, including general practice, mixed animal facilities, and critical and emergency care. For more information, please visit: Facebook | LinkedIn | X Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains forward-looking statements regarding the Company's current expectations. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Factors that could cause actual results to differ include, but are not limited to, statements by the Company relating to the completion of the offering, the satisfaction of customary closing conditions related to the offering, the intended use of proceeds from the offering, receipt of Stockholder Approval as well as risks and uncertainties related to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions related to anticipated acquisitions, or factors that result in changes to the Company's anticipated results of operations related to acquisitions. These and other risks and uncertainties are described more fully in the section captioned 'Risk Factors' in the Company's public filings made with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its Annual Report on Form 10-K and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q. Forward-looking statements contained in this announcement are made as of this date, and the Company undertakes no duty to update such information except as required under applicable law. Investor Contact CoreIR Matt Blazei 516-386-0430 [email protected] Press Contact CORE IR Matthew Cossel [email protected] General Inquires Morgan Wood [email protected] SOURCE: INSPIRE VETERINARY PARTNERS, INC. press release
