September 20, 2019The B.C. Farm Industry Review Board has awarded custody of 13 serval cats to the BC SPCA. BC SPCA animal protection officers seized these exotic animals from breeders near Kamloops in June after the cats were found living in horrific conditions. After months of specialized care, the servals will not be returned to their former …
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News Category: Animal cruelty
June 29, 2017The City of Vancouver council voted unanimously Wednesday in favour of banning the sale of cats, dogs and rabbits from pet stores, a move applauded by the BC SPCA. “Council is standing up against the importation of puppies from mills and issues related to impulse purchases,” said Amy Morris, BC SPCA manager of public policy …
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News Category: Pet care
February 27, 2017The BC SPCA applauds the Government of British Columbia’s move to target irresponsible dog and cat breeders throughout the province. Introduced by Agriculture Minister Norm Letnick, the legislation will, if passed, provide a framework for the licensing and/or registration of commercial breeders of cats and dogs. “We are thrilled to see the provincial government take …
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