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The BC SPCA hotline reports deer with signs of winterkill, like frailty and fur loss. They advise against feeding them, as it could worsen their condition. More details at buff.ly/AUFq8RX #yyj @DistrictOakBay @EsquimaltBC

With spring upon us, now is the perfect time to start planning your garden! By selecting deer-resistant plants, you can create a vibrant garden with minimal damage. For tips, visit uwss.ca/deer-resistant…. Make this season your best! #yyj @DistrictOakBay @EsquimaltBC

Spring may be in the air and you might be feeling a bit like love is in the air. But we do not recommend letting your cat get kisses from deer. 😘 Video: instagram.com/pubity/ #yyj @DistrictOakBay @EsquimaltBC

Happy International Women’s Day to all the ladies in our lives and in our community! #yyj @DistrictOakBay @EsquimaltBC

The weather is finally warming up and the first flowers of spring are here! If you’d like to start planning your garden, we have some great tips on beautiful deer-proof plants ow.ly/LuE550V6s7V @DistrictOakBay @EsquimaltBC #yyj

Deer #Valentine, you're so fawn-tastic, I can't stag-ger my feelings for you! 🦌💕 uwss.ca

🍦✨ Happy National Frozen Yogurt Day! ✨🍦 Just like a fawn finding the perfect shady spot, we’re all about enjoying the little joys in life—like a swirl of froyo! Treat yourself today (and maybe add some extra toppings 🦌💚). @DistrictOakBay @EsquimaltBC #yyj

Sometimes, moving backward helps nature move forward! 🌿 This #NationalBackwardDay, let's rethink our impact and restore what wildlife needs to thrive. Learn more: uwss.ca #WildlifeConservation @DistrictOakBay @EsquimaltBC #yyj

🎉📚 Happy International Day of Education! 🌍✨ Today, we celebrate the power of knowledge and the joy of learning, and a huge thanks to our teachers! Contribute to your own learning about #urbanwildlife by visiting uwss.ca @DistrictOakBay @EsquimaltBC #yyj

With the beautiful sunshine & longer days, spring is in the air! Let’s keep an eye out for #urbanwildlife & give them lots of space. From adorable deer to playful squirrels & fluffy raccoons, we can all enjoy the wonders of spring together! #yyj @DistrictOakBay @EsquimaltBC

The holiday season may be over, but it's still cold (and wet) outside. Though humans and deer like to "hunker down" in this kind of weather, extra caution while driving is still needed. We have some tips at uwss.ca/2025/01/02/bab… @DistrictOakBay @EsquimaltBC #yyj

We wish you all a wonderful holiday season! Discover the stories of deer during this time of year: uwss.ca/2024/11/19/the… @DistrictOakBay @EsqimaltBC #yyj

Deer aren't just forest creatures; they're cultural icons! In Celtic lore, they're seen as messengers between worlds, while Native traditions often view them as symbols of kindness & balance. Discover the stories: uwss.ca/2024/11/19/the… @DistrictOakBay @EsqimaltBC #yyj

Where do you find reindeer? It depends on where you left them #dadjoke #yyj

It's #WildlifeConservationDay! In the forests around us, autumn signals the rut—a time when deer prepare for the next generation. 🦌🍁 Let’s embrace this season of renewal and celebrate the wild beauty of change. uwss.ca/2024/10/22/emb… @DistrictOakBay @EsquimaltBC #yyj

Just trying to pick up some overtime shifts before Christmas shopping? 🤣 cbc.ca/news/canada/br… #yyj

The rut: a season of transformation in the animal kingdom. 🍂🦌 It’s a reminder that nature thrives in cycles of change and renewal. Learn how deer embrace this dynamic season: uwss.ca/2024/10/22/emb… @DistrictOakBay @EsquimaltBC #yyj

Autumn isn’t just about falling leaves—it’s rutting season for deer! 🦌 A time of change, transformation, and new beginnings in nature. Discover how this season shapes wildlife behaviour and ecosystems:uwss.ca/2024/10/22/emb… @DistrictOakBay @EsquimaltBC #yyj

🦌 Heads up! It's rutting season, and bucks are on the move—and sometimes not making the smartest choices. Drive carefully and give wildlife space! 🍂 Learn more: uwss.ca/embracing-the-… @DistrictOakBay @EsquimaltBC #yyj

We're saddened by this tragic loss & our hearts go out to the pet owner. Encounters with wildlife remind us of the importance of awareness in shared spaces. Visit our site for tips on safely coexisting with urban wildlife. #yyj @DistrictOakBay @EsquimaltBC ow.ly/1z6950U2lLI