October 1, 2023Thanksgiving is a time to be thankful for all the good things in our lives – like our pets. While Thanksgiving is a special time for loved ones and good food, it can also be a time of potential danger for our furry family members. Because Thanksgiving only comes once a year, your pet might …
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September 29, 2023Who could forget about Frank, the precious 22-year-old donkey that went viral on BC SPCA social media accounts at the beginning of September? This gentle soul garnered a lot of attention while he was looking for his forever home because of his big heart and sweet face. Frank first came into BC SPCA care when …
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News Category: Animal Stories
September 29, 2023A good Samaritan was cleaning their garage. When they moved a storage crate, they were shocked to find little Haddie trapped underneath. The tiny kitten’s leg looked badly injured. Struggling to free herself, this six-week-old kitten had twisted her leg so badly it had broken and was badly infected. She was gently bundled up and …
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September 28, 2023There’s nothing quite like the joy of coming home to an excited, happy dog. However, some dogs can become overly excited while out and about, jumping up on their guardians or others. Kim Monteith, BC SPCA manager of animal welfare, shares tips and tricks for calming your overly excited dog and helping you manage your …
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