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Four tips from the BC SPCA for emergency preparedness With the unseasonably warm and dry weather seen by much of the province this winter, many British Columbians are wary of increased wildfire activity this summer. In recognition of Emergency Preparedness Week, the BC SPCA is sharing tips to remind pet guardians how to keep their entire family safe. Have a pet-specific “go bag” …
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News Category: Pet care
Good planning can make all the difference in the event of a disaster. Don’t forget to include your pets in the plan. Make your emergency exit more efficient with these tips. Download our evacuation checklist below. Prepare & Prep Emergency Sticker: Put a sticker on each entry of your home so first responders know what …
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News Category: Pet care
As temperatures increase it’s important to remember that dogs are susceptible to illnesses and injuries related to warm weather, like dehydration and heat stroke. Some dogs are more vulnerable to the heat than others, including those with thick fur coats, flat-faces, are obese or elderly. Below are the types of dogs who need to be …
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News Category: Pet care
Every year, the BC SPCA responds to nearly 1,000 calls to rescue animals left in vehicles on hot days. While we know pet owners love their animals and would never intentionally endanger them, pets can quickly suffer from heatstroke and even death when left in a vehicle during warm weather. The good news is, preventing …
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News Category: Pet care
National Pet ID Week, which runs annually from April 17 to 23, serves as a reminder to pet guardians of the importance of permanent identification and having it registered to a database like the BC Pet Registry. In 2025, more than 5,000 lost pets came through the doors of BC SPCA community animal centres. Unfortunately, approximately 85 per cent of the cats and 40 per …
News Category: Pet care
Cats are commonly believed to be low maintenance, independent pets. Provide them with food, water, a litter box and perhaps a scratching post and some toys, and they’ll amuse themselves, right? Not so fast! While they may not need long walks in the park, cats require interaction and stimulation — just like dogs do — …
Continue reading “Five tips for introducing a puzzle feeder to your cat”
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In honour of National Pet Day on April 11, FIRST UNITED and the BC SPCA are calling on the provincial government to join them in improving conditions for tenants and their animal companions by fulfilling Premier David Eby’s promise to prohibit no-pet clauses in multi-rental unit housing. Both FIRST UNITED and the BC SPCA have witnessed the heartbreaking impacts of a lack of pet-friendly housing. …
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News Category: Community, Pet care, Take action
Small animals such as rabbits and guinea pigs love fresh greens to eat. Why not stretch that food budget a little further by growing your own, right at home? Fortunately, you don’t need a ton of space to get gardening — a balcony, a porch or even a windowsill will do. Herbs and dark, leafy …
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News Category: Pet care
Dogs and peanut butter are almost as synonymous as peanut butter and jelly. It’s as if your dog has a sixth sense about the nutty spread. No sooner do you open the jar and your furry friend is there, waiting for a lick. A number of pet guardians give their dog a snack of peanut …
Continue reading “Get the scoop! Is peanut butter toxic for dogs?”
News Category: Pet care
February is dog training education month! This month is dedicated to highlighting the importance of positive reinforcement training also known as reward-based training for you, your dog and your bond! To celebrate dog training education month, we reached out to Allison Painchaud, an AnimalKind accredited trainer, who shares her tips on training adult dogs. What …
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