December 8, 2023This holiday season, let’s spread cheer to all – including farm animals! Farm animals come into the BC SPCA’s care through our Animal Protection Services. Sadly, these animals are usually in poor condition due to injury, neglect, or abuse. Our goal is to ensure these animals receive the veterinary care and rehabilitation they need to …
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News Category: Farm
December 8, 2023Norman, an American Staffordshire dog, was found tied to the gate outside the BC SPCA’s Burnaby animal centre in October. He had been abandoned and left out in the cold sometime after the centre had closed. “When staff showed up to open, they were surprised and saddened to see a dog tied to our gate,” …
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News Category: Animal Stories
December 7, 2023A good Samaritan found Peggy, a stray one-year-old grey tabby, limping horribly in Barriere and brought her to a local cat rescue. Peggy’s injury was so severe, the cat rescue surrendered her to the BC SPCA’s Kamloops animal centre for treatment. “When Peggy came into the centre, we could tell her front left leg was …
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December 7, 2023In April 2022, with the help of thousands of our supporters, the BC SPCA called on the College of Veterinarians of British Columbia (CVBC) to enact a bylaw ban on canine devocalization. On November 13, 2023, veterinarians across the province voted overwhelmingly in favour of a debarking ban. This means that effective immediately, dogs in …
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News Category: Pet care, Take action
December 6, 2023As autumn turns to winter and temperatures drop below freezing around the province, many safety issues begin to surface. Learn how to protect your furry family member from seasonal threats. Salt on sidewalks Watch for the salt or sand used on sidewalks, which can get between your dog’s paw pads or toes. Salt and sand …
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December 6, 2023If staying inside during cold and wet winter days gives you cabin fever, your dog may feel the same. “Physical and mental stimulation are important for dogs, particularly for certain breeds,” says Dr. Hannah Weitzenfeld, senior manager of animal health for the BC SPCA. “But even if you can’t get outdoors as often as you’re …
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