Opinion

REVIEW: The Distance: Dreams and Despair by Nelson author Judy Pollard

The Distance: Dreams and Despair is a first novel for Nelson author Judy Pollard

Apr 19, 2025 5:30 AM Read more >

CLEARING THE AIR: Saving our forests by changing the cycle

Tia Leschke writes about how West Kootenay forests are at risk

Apr 16, 2025 11:00 AM Read more >

Feral kitten season: How communities can help

Feral cat populations can be humanely managed with enough community support

Apr 10, 2025 5:30 AM Read more >

WOLF: Thanks to cellphones, I currently have the attention span of a gnat

COLUMN: Cellphones, various screens take away focusing skills

Apr 5, 2025 1:17 PM Read more >

Handling fear periods: Emma's and Bailey's story

Puppies can go through two fear periods (8-11 weeks, and 6-18 months) when fears emerge; provide positive support

Apr 3, 2025 5:30 AM Read more >

Not what you picture: Ymir resident on living with Young Onset Parkinson’s

Taylor Caron was diagnosed with Parkinson's at age 46

Apr 1, 2025 10:00 AM Read more >

It's science: Why clicker training works with dogs

Clicker training is a fast, effective and scientifically-proven method

Mar 27, 2025 5:30 AM Read more >

THE MOJ: The Vancouver Canucks season is on the line

A 6-game junket that will have a huge impact on the Canucks playoff chances

Mar 20, 2025 6:05 PM Read more >

How to train your dog's recall using a long lead

Training recall with a long lead is the path toward future off-leash adventures

Mar 20, 2025 5:30 AM Read more >

"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 >