Oh dear, it's the Dog Catcher

I often run into the dog catcher, although I don't have one (a dog nor a catcher) myself. Joyce is of course, contracted by the village of Kaslo to do the dastardly deed of impounding errant dogs, of which I have observed, there ARE some in the village. (Oh?) She reminded me she is also an agent of the SPCA and whilst upon her rounds (translation: having coffee) the other day, offered a few thoughts.

First, if you have a dog issue, phone the village office at (250) 353-2311; or next, phone Joyce directly at 353-9654.

Couple of tips: a phone number on the back of the dog license/tag is most helpful, or on the inside of the animal's collar. “A collar”, says the catcher, “means the dog is owned, and not a transient”.

Dogs are nothing to chuckle about if they're a problem...but the thought of a 'transient dog' makes me L-O-L! I forgot to inquire about whether or not the dog van comes equipped with one of those old fashioned catcher net things. Now THAT would be a picture! I am still laughing out loud.

Thanks for the tips, catcherperson.