A Little About What We Do
We’re different than other shelters
Bide Awhile is special. It’s a place where animals can feel safe and cared-for while they wait for their permanent home. We’re different than other shelters. We believe that difference is our respect for and commitment to our relationships with our animal companions. These ideals not only provide the foundation for our values and our mission statement, they’re evident in everything that we do.
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January 5th, 2024
Nova Scotia has some big temperature swings during the winter that can cause your pets to have some discomfort both in the environment and in their own skin. Here […]
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December 10th, 2023
A message from our Executive Director: Why is it so hard to get a kitten? We realize your frustration in trying to get an appointment to adopt a kitten. […]
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September 14th, 2018
At Bide Awhile Animal Shelter, we applaud the changes made to the Animal Protection Act in this province. Changes include the banning of unnecessary cosmetic procedures such as tail […]
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Bide Awhile Featured Adoptions
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Female | 6 Year Old Lacey is an adorable 6 year old female who likes to spend her days curled up in a nice blanket. She’s a sweetheart who […]
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Male | 6 Year Old Lou is a chatty 6 year old male who adores being the center of attention. He’s pretty vocal and likes to sing when he […]
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Female | 3 Year Old Charlotte is a sweet three year old female who loves to show off to get attention. She’s a real lovebug who likes to knead […]
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Male Long Hair Kitten
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Male Long Hair Kitten
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Female Long Hair Kitten
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Female | 2 Year Old Bedford is a loving 2 year old female who wants all the attention at all times. She’s a social girl who meets you at […]
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Female | 11 Year Old Ella is a beautiful 11 year old female who likes to be the queen. She knows her worth and will be happy to tell […]