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P.E.I. Humane Society feeling the pinch as the price of drugs for animals climbs

Thinh Nguyen
Publié le : 06 décembre 2025
Mis à jour le : 06 décembre 2025
CBC News

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The P.E.I. Humane Society says it is doing far more fundraising than it used to, and rising expenses — including the cost of animal medications — are a big reason why.

Ashley Travis, the organization’s development and communications co-ordinator, said the price of drugs has seen a “steep increase” in recent years, from pain management products to medications used to reduce anxiety.

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