Bide Awhile

Bide Awhile Bide Awhile is a not-for-profit, no-kill shelter that rescues and rehomes animals. Bide Awhile Animal Shelter
67 Neptune Crescent P.O.

Box 50029,
RPO Southdale Dartmouth NS B2Y 4S2

Tel. (902) 469-9578

Adoption Update: Bobby"He settled in as if he had always lived here. He's had fresh air through the window, catio time, ...
09/26/2025

Adoption Update: Bobby

"He settled in as if he had always lived here. He's had fresh air through the window, catio time, play time, and lots of brushing. Medications have been no issue, though he really doesn't like the gabapentin (I sneak his pill into his food).

He is relaxed and thriving. He's been exploring the house on his own, and successfully navigated all of our cat walkways (we have several along the ceiling, connecting between rooms). He loves exploring and he hates a closed door.

My other cats are intensely interested, they watched Bobby through the door and vice versa for the first few days. The older cats accepted him instantly, and after only 3 days he is now free roaming within the house amongst everyone (only when supervised). We are shocked how quickly he fit in, but that's because he's so gentle and calm.

My husband and I have taken turns sleeping in Bobby's room and he is a great snuggler. He also has chosen my husband's lap as his.

We couldn't be happier with gentle Bobby - he is such a calm soul, and loves everyone."

Meet Goulash & Yuzu - our two newest kittens ready to find forever homes! 😻-For adoption information and to check adopti...
09/25/2025

Meet Goulash & Yuzu - our two newest kittens ready to find forever homes! 😻

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For adoption information and to check adoption statuses, visit our website at www.bideawhile.org/adoptions/adoption-info/

Meet the Aristocats! 🐈These adorable characters are now ready to find their way into your heart and home. Originally str...
09/25/2025

Meet the Aristocats! 🐈

These adorable characters are now ready to find their way into your heart and home. Originally strays, these guys are looking for homes with a little extra time and patience as they adjust to their new life adventure.

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For adoption information and to check adoption statuses, visit our website at www.bideawhile.org/adoptions/adoption-info/

Looking for the purrfect evening of relaxation? 🐈Join us next Tuesday at the shelter for Cat Yoga! Registration is now l...
09/24/2025

Looking for the purrfect evening of relaxation? 🐈

Join us next Tuesday at the shelter for Cat Yoga! Registration is now live and spaces sell out, so don't wait to get your spot today.

Come hang out with the kittens: bideawhile.org/fundraisers-and-events/cat-yoga/

Burnie is a special girl; her story is a little unclear.No one knows what happened to Burnie before she arrived at Bide ...
09/23/2025

Burnie is a special girl; her story is a little unclear.

No one knows what happened to Burnie before she arrived at Bide Awhile back in 2022.

Our staff like to joke that she was abducted by aliens and returned, someone once claimed that she had a metal plate in her head, and others think she sees the paranormal.

One thing that was clear upon her arrival was that she had something going on neurologically. Burnie will often have moments where she stares off into space, she goes through fits of chasing non-existent items and attempts to climb the walls, at times her legs will move in weird ways, and she howls through the night like a werewolf.

Burnie’s weird ways prompted many veterinary visits and even after three years, we are still continuing to find new medical information that could be related to her quirks.

Her funky walk is most likely caused by hip dysplasia, her staring off into space is assumed to be absent seizures. Recently, it was discovered that Burnie has extremely high blood pressure – so high in fact, that it was literally off the charts.

Most notably, there is a high suspicion that Burnie has a central brain lesion, meaning abnormal tissue or damage to the brain.

Burnie has been part of our Palliative Care Program since 2022 as her variety of medical challenges require daily medication and monitoring. Even with her extensive list of medical issues, Burnie is a happy-go-lucky gal who enjoys spending time with her foster family and visits with the shelter staff.

Our Palliative Care Program was created to give cats like Burnie, who have medical issues preventing their adoption, the opportunity to experience the love and life of a home. While the cat does not live at the shelter, Bide Awhile still covers all medical cost and care.

Currently, Burnie is one of the twenty-one cats in the program.

As a non-profit that is 100% community funded, we need your support to help us continue to provide animals like Burnie a safe place to call home. Our monthly 50/50 Raffles are just one way to support our mission. Each ticket purchased helps to provide the compassion, care, and love that these animals truly deserve.

Draw Date: September 30th
Get Your Tickets: www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/bideawhile

Need something to do with all those empty cans and bottles? Drop them off at the Bluenose Bottle Exchange and tell them ...
09/22/2025

Need something to do with all those empty cans and bottles? Drop them off at the Bluenose Bottle Exchange and tell them it's for Bide Awhile!

All proceeds go toward helping animals in need throughout our community. ❀️🍾

Adoption Update: Outback (Now Dr. Loomis)"He has wasted no time at all making himself an integral part of the family! Ou...
09/21/2025

Adoption Update: Outback (Now Dr. Loomis)

"He has wasted no time at all making himself an integral part of the family! Our other cat, Harvey (previously Scottie at Bide Awhile), has begrudgingly taken him under his wing, and is graciously showing Dr. Loomis all the best nap spots in the house.

Lou is very cuddly, chatty, and has big purrs for such a little cat. He is a climber, and has it out for every curtain he sees.

Thanks to Bide Awhile for helping us adopt not one, but two really lovely cats!"

What better way to start your Saturday than with some new cute faces on our adoption floor! 😻-For adoption information a...
09/20/2025

What better way to start your Saturday than with some new cute faces on our adoption floor! 😻

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For adoption information and to check adoption statuses, visit our website at www.bideawhile.org/adoptions/adoption-info/

From zero to zoomies in 3.2 seconds - meet Impreza!Learn more about Impreza by tuning into Furbaby Friday this afternoon...
09/19/2025

From zero to zoomies in 3.2 seconds - meet Impreza!

Learn more about Impreza by tuning into Furbaby Friday this afternoon on Hot Country Halifax.

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For adoption information and to check adoption statuses, visit our website at www.bideawhile.org/adoptions/adoption-info/

Bacon is here to tell you two very exciting things...πŸ“† Our 2026 Pet Photo Calendars are now available for sale at the sh...
09/18/2025

Bacon is here to tell you two very exciting things...

πŸ“† Our 2026 Pet Photo Calendars are now available for sale at the shelter and online at bideawhile.org! The calendar is our longest-running fundraiser that started back in the 70's.

❀️ Bacon has officially been ADOPTED! Our staff's three-legged breakroom buddy will soon be headed off to her new home and family full of love.

Bacon loves a good game of hide and seek! πŸ‘€
09/17/2025

Bacon loves a good game of hide and seek! πŸ‘€

Address

67 Neptune Crescent
Dartmouth, NS
B2Y4W4

Opening Hours

Tuesday 1pm - 7pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm

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