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Man convicted of animal cruelty sent to jail after breaching conditions 

February 9, 2026

Clearwater resident Kurtis Elliot has had his conditional sentence order terminated after failing to comply with the terms of his sentence.   Elliot was found guilty of animal cruelty in May 2025 after the BC SPCA removed 15 dogs and puppies from his property. The animals were discovered to be living in distress amongst built-up feces, suffering from frostbite due to being kept outdoors in subzero …

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2025 in Review: Taking Action so Animals and People Can Thrive Together

February 6, 2026

Last year, the British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (BC SPCA) launched its 2025-2030 strategic plan with the vision where animals and people are thriving together across the province: through addressing the root causes of animal suffering, while continuing to be a safety net for the most vulnerable animals. “In 2025, …

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Five tips to help teach “old” dogs new tricks

February 6, 2026

February is dog training education month! This month is dedicated to highlighting the importance of positive reinforcement training also known as reward-based training for you, your dog and your bond! To celebrate dog training education month, we reached out to Allison Painchaud, an AnimalKind accredited trainer, who shares her tips on training adult dogs. What …

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