Holiday Hours 2022

We will be closed to the public from Friday, December 23rd to Monday, January 2nd, inclusive. The shelter will reopen to the public on Tuesday, January 3rd at 9:00 […]

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Cold Weather Tips for Your Pets

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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Remembrance Day Hours 2022

In observance of Remembrance Day, we will be closed on Friday, November 11. We will reopen again on Saturday, November 12 at 10:00 am. Please take a moment of […]

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Updated Hours: Closed September 24-26, 2022

  Due to the impending storm, Bide Awhile will be closed on Saturday, September 24, reopening on Tuesday, September 27,  (conditions permitting). We have made all the necessary preparations […]

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Bide Awhile’s Covid Policy

Due to the COVID-19 virus, Bide Awhile will be restricting access to the public and volunteers until further notice. We want to ensure the health and safety of our […]

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2021 Bide Awhile Open House Postponed

If you have the 2021 Pet Photo Calendar you will see our annual Open House scheduled for this Sunday, December 5. As we are still observing Covid protocols, our […]

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Annual General Meeting: September 18, 2021

Our Annual General Meeting (AGM) is coming up and we want to hear your voice. The AGM is scheduled for Saturday, September 18. The meeting will begin at 10:00 […]

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Adoption Fee Increase Effective April 15th, 2021

Effective Thursday, April 15th, our adoption fees for cats will be increasing from $180 to $200. This increase will help subsidize the rising costs associated with their care. Our […]

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