March 15, 2024Fay, as named by BC SPCA staff, is a 10-month-old cat who was brought to the BC SPCA’s Sunshine Coast animal centre in desperate need of veterinary care, along with her two-day old kitten, Ray. “The owner brought us an extremely sick cat and her very young kitten. The cat was pregnant and in clear …
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March 6, 2024The BC SPCA Lottery for animals in need is back March 6 with a chance for animal lovers to win exciting cash prizes. It’s the biggest spring 50/50 yet with a pot up to a jaw-dropping $850,000. Plus daily prizes in June totalling $150,000. Not only could caring British Columbians win big, they’ll also be …
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February 29, 2024Nemo, as named by BC SPCA staff, is a one-year-old orange tabby who was found at the corner of Cariboo Road and Gaglardi Way in Burnaby by a Good Samaritan. “The BC SPCA’s Night Emergency line got the call about an injured stray cat and dispatched a staff member to transport him to a 24-hour …
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February 20, 2024The BC SPCA has taken 31 dogs into care from a property in Clearwater, B.C. The dogs include dachshunds, poodles, Mini Schnauzers and various poodle-mix breeds, all of varying ages. The dogs were surrendered by their owner after an animal cruelty investigation was conducted by the BC SPCA. “The dogs were owned by an irresponsible …
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February 6, 2024Lulu is a nine-month-old Bantam bulldog puppy who was brought to the BC SPCA’s Alberni-Clayoquot community animal centre by her owner who could no longer care for her. She has a number of health issues. “Poor Lulu has a condition commonly known as cherry eye in both of her eyes,” says Leon Davis, the BC …
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January 29, 2024Is there an animal who fills your heart with love? The annual BC SPCA Calendar Contest, presented by Hill’s Pet Nutrition, is back Jan. 30 and looking for 12 exceptional pets to star in its 2025 calendar. From Jan. 30 through Feb. 17 pet parents are invited to share their furry family member’s photo and …
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January 19, 2024The BC SPCA has seized seven dogs from a property in Cherryville: two four-year-old standard poodles, a five-year-old Australian shepherd, a four-year-old cocker spaniel and three five- month-old Australian shepherd poodle mix puppies. “A concerned citizen called our animal helpline about the living conditions of these dogs,” says Eileen Drever, senior protection officer and stakeholder …
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January 17, 2024Honey, a two-year-old pit bull terrier mix, was seriously injured and laying on the side of Highway 16 in Fort St. James, unable to move. Thankfully, her cries for help were heard by a Good Samaritan who stopped their car to investigate and brought her to the BC SPCA’s North Cariboo animal centre in Prince …
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January 5, 2024It is hard to believe how much Peggy’s life has changed in just a few short weeks. In early December, a Good Samaritan saw her limping horribly and brought her to a local cat rescue. Because of her injury, she was surrendered to the BC SPCA’s Kamloops animal centre where she would receive the veterinarian …
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January 5, 2024The BC SPCA extends our sincerest thanks to the incredible 190,000 individuals who joined us in 2023 to improve the lives of farmed, wild, and companion animals across the province. The power of your voices echoed through various channels, from petitions and surveys to heartfelt comments. “Together, we have sent a clear message that the …
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