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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 …
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News Category: Pet care
This spring caring people across B.C. have the chance to win big, while helping vulnerable animals. The BC SPCA Lottery for animals in need is back March 3 with 30 daily cash prizes, plus its biggest spring 50/50 yet – up to $1,100,000! Last spring’s big 50/50 winner, animal lover Shannon W. from Ladysmith, took home an incredible $500,000 cash prize. “This money is life changing,” says Shannon. “I can travel, …
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News Category: Ways to help
World Wildlife Day is a day to celebrate the incredible wildlife that we have here in B.C. and beyond, to reflect about the importance of coexisting with our wild neighbours, and to learn more about how to protect the many vulnerable species that are admitted for care at Wild ARC. In 2026, the theme for World Wildlife Day is “Medicinal …
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News Category: Wildlife
Following the decision of the City of Port Alberni, the BC SPCA will no longer provide animal control services to the Port Alberni community as of March 1, 2026. Starting March 1, 2026, members of the public should check the City of Port Alberni website for: Assistance with stray animals Concerns about dangerous or …
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News Category: Community
The BC SPCA generally doesn’t recommend feeding wildlife – but what about bird feeders? Backyard bird feeding is the most widespread and popular form of human-wildlife interaction worldwide – but did you know that bird feeders are a common place for birds to get sick? Wild ARC commonly admits birds suffering from conjunctivitis – an …
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News Category: Wildlife
