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Wildfire Evacuation Resources

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Find local resources for pet owners evacuating wildfires from Yellowknife and NWT.

Resources

Veterinarians Without Borders/Vétérinaires Sans Frontières Canada and partner agencies are compiling lists of resources.

Thank you to the Alberta SPCA for putting together a list of pet-friendly accommodations, and to VWB friend and former volunteer Kristen Mills for putting together a list of veterinary clinics and hospitals.

Have questions or looking for something not listed? Visit the 'Families With Pets Evacuating Yellowknife' Facebook group.

If you have edits or additions to these resources, please contact us.

Pet Services

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Boarding

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Veterinary Care

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Pet Friendly Lodging

Edmonton

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Calgary

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Northern Alberta


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