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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Male | 1 Year Old Bennie is a sweet 1 year old male who likes the simple things in life – a cozy bed, a quiet room, and a […]
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Female | 3 Year Old Mia is a cute 3 year old female who loves treats. She’s a curious girl who takes her time to get used to changes […]
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Female | 1 Year Old Fergie is a social 1 year old female who likes to be the center of attention. She’s an active and playful girl who seems […]
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Female | 1 Year Old Whiskey is a loving 1 year old female who adores affection. She’s a sweet girl who would prefer attention from humans rather than other […]
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Female | 1 Year Old Blossom is a curious 1 year old female who likes attention. She’s a cute girl who knows how to win you over with her […]
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Male | 1 Year Old Crash is an overly-affectionate 1 year old male who loves attention. He’s a hyper-active cat who likes to play with anything and everything, and […]
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Female Short Hair Kitten
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Female | 6 Year Old Ebby is a quiet 6 year old female who takes her time warming up to new people. She’s a true sweetheart who has a […]
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Male Short Hair Kitten
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Male | 8 Year Old Darth is an attention seeking 8 year old male who loves to be cuddled and is a professional hug-giver. He’s the center of attention kind of […]