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It’s common for older pets to get overlooked at shelters with kittens and puppies also hoping for their forever homes. Cats and dogs are considered “senior” or “mature” at around the age of seven. “Often what we’ll see in the shelters is these young little puppies and kittens coming in, and everybody runs to them,” …
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We know our four-legged friends make our hearts happy, but did you know that they can also keep us heart-healthy? During this time of self isolation, our pets are especially important to the health of our hearts and minds. A recent review by Mount Sinai endocrinologist Dr. Caroline Kramer found that dog ownership was linked …
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News Category: Adoption
2020 marks a milestone for B.C.’s oldest animal charity as the British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (BC SPCA) celebrates 125 years of rescuing and protecting animals. This year we’ll be sharing a timeline of stories from our humble beginnings to the more recent years and the inspiring people who have …
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News Category: Community
On International Dog Day we celebrate the extraordinary bond between dogs and people. The loyalty, unconditional love, companionship and joy that dogs bring into our lives is truly special. Here are 10 wonderful stories from BC SPCA staff and volunteers about how they met their canine best friend and the positive impact dogs have made …
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It may be the dogs days of summer, but it’s cats and kittens who are urgently needing homes, according to the BC SPCA. “This is always a busy time for our shelters, but this summer we are especially overwhelmed with incoming cats and kittens,” says Lorie Chortyk, spokesperson for the BC SPCA. “In addition to …
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News Category: Adoption
Found with her paw caught in a trap, six-month-old puppy Bella had a tough go for more than two days, as she’s from a rural area and the weather prevented her from getting the crucial care she needed. Once the weather cleared enough for travel, Pacific Coastal Airlines generously rushed the injured pup to Comox …
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