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 | 9 Month Old Popcorn is an active and playful 9 month old female who loves to explore. She’s a social girl who likes to spend her down […]
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Females | 6 Month Olds Princess Snow White & Stormy Days are an adorable pair of female kittens looking to find a loving home together. These sweet girls are […]
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Female | 9 Month Old Kernel is a cute 9 month old female who loves a cozy bed and blanket. She’s an affectionate girl who would love to find […]
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Male & Female | 2 Year Old & 12 Year Old Thor & Princess Cinderella are an adorable and loving pair of cats who are looking to move into […]
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Male | 8 Year Old Dallas is a quiet 8 year old male who enjoys an easy life full of gentle love. He’s a bit unsure at first, but […]
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Male | 3 Year Old Charlie is a chatty three year old male who loves attention. He’s not afraid to ask for your love through his little meows or […]
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Male | 13 Year Old Alistair is a loving 13 year old male who likes to spend his days gazing out the window. He’s a pretty easy going guy […]
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Female Short Hair Kitten Feta is very reactive to other animals and will need a home where she can be the only one.
Adopted on April 30th, 2026
Female Short Hair Kitten Parm is very reactive to other animals and will need a home where she can be the only one.
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Female | 4 Year Old Princess Belle is an affectionate 4 year old diva who knows what she wants – sometimes that means all the cuddles in the world, […]