Keep pets cool in the summer heat
…when it’s cooler, reducing the chances of your pet getting heatstroke. Be prepared: When hiking, camping or going to the beach, make sure you bring along a water bowl and…
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Top tips for protecting your pet’s paws from hot pavement
…on a warm day. Cats and dogs have sensitive paw pads that become vulnerable in the heat. Surfaces such as pavement, asphalt and artificial grass can become searingly hot causing…
How to keep small animals cool in the summer
…as this can make heat stroke worse Contact your veterinarian Note: An episode of heat stroke can predispose animals to future problems with heat stress. More Like This: 12 things…
Easy ways to keep your pet cool at home
…against both cold and heat, so keeping it clean and well-maintained helps regulate their body temperature. Brushing removes excess fur and prevents mats that can trap heat and moisture, potentially…
How to keep your pet safe in the summer heat
…top 5 summer pet hazards Helping your pets in an air quality advisory How businesses can help with pet summer heat safety Tips for keeping pets cool Easy ways to…
BC SPCA seizes dog strapped in crate on RV during heat wave
A dog who was spotted in a crate strapped to the back of an RV driving along Highway 1 during a record heat wave on June 28 has been seized…
How businesses can help with pet summer heat safety
The BC SPCA strongly encourages people to leave pets at home in hot weather. However, if you do have customers who have brought pets with them, here are some of…
BC SPCA Urges Public: Keep Animals Out of Hot Vehicles
…vehicle can heat up to dangerous levels, putting animals at risk of fatal consequences,” says Eileen Drever, senior officer protection and stakeholder relations for the BC SPCA. “We also tend…
Animal cruelty charges laid after dogs left in truck in Chilliwack
A man who left three dogs tied in the back of a parked pickup truck in the heat of summer has been charged with animal cruelty. William Hayward faces charges…
BC SPCA seeks public’s help to solve case of deceased dog left in dumpster
…the case suggest the young, female boxer-cross likely died from hyperthermia before being tossed in the dumpster. “Based on the necropsy results we believe the dog died from extreme heat…
A guide to helping outdoor animals
…ventilation, light, space, exercise or veterinary care i) kept in conditions that are unsanitary ii) not protected from excessive heat or cold b) injured, sick, in pain or suffering, or…
5 Tips to keep your pets safe from summer hazards
…paws. Aim for walks during the early morning or late evening when temperatures are cooler. Learn to recognize signs of heatstroke. Symptoms of heatstroke in pets include excessive panting, drooling,…
What is kitten season?
Kitten season is the time of year when the most kittens come into SPCA care. Female cats go into heat when the days get longer and can have multiple litters…
What to do if you see a coyote
…indoors at night. Spay and neuter your pets. Coyotes are attracted to and can mate with unspayed or unneutered dogs. Unspayed female dogs in heat will attract male coyotes and…
How to appreciate wildlife in your own backyard
…baths and running water sources are considered relatively low-risk for HPAI. During times of extreme heat, provide water sources with caution. Water sources must be emptied, cleaned, and refilled regularly….