May 14, 2022Looking for some big love in a small body? From May 16-31, BC SPCA shelters across the province are holding a “pay-as-you-can” adoption event for all small animals, birds and reptiles*. The “Little Creatures, Big Hearts” promotion is being presented to highlight some of the amazing animals who may get overlooked by potential adopters. “Some …
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May 12, 2022Thinking of adding a rabbit (or two!) to your family? Rabbits are the third most popular furry pet after cats and dogs. But with unique care needs and behaviours, they’re definitely not the same as cats or dogs! Here are 12 things to know before you bring a bunny home. 1. Rabbits are a long-term …
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March 4, 2022When nine-year-old Sutter Rowse, who loves cats, saw a story about Hazel and the need for care for her injuries, he knew he had to do something. He and his mom, Leslie, came up with a “sweet” way to help her…selling homemade cinnamon buns by donation. Sutter’s mom posted about the fundraiser on a community …
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February 22, 2022The BC SPCA is entering an exciting new phase in its services for animals in Richmond. “We’re very excited to be partnering with the City of Richmond at the new BC SPCA Richmond Community Animal Centre, which will be opening soon at 12071 No. 5 Road,” says Parm Takhar, chief operations officer for the BC …
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February 7, 2022Mini pigs have experienced a surge in popularity over the past few years. But are mini pigs real? “Mini pigs” is a term used to encompass any smaller breed of pig, and is often substituted with other terms like “micro-pigs,” “pocket pigs,” and “teacup pigs.” They are not a distinct breed, but rather can be …
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February 7, 2022The BC SPCA supports consumers seeking alternatives to eggs produced by caged laying hens. Raising backyard laying hens has become a popular option in both rural and urban areas. However, hens can be a lot of work and bring their own unique challenges, so they aren’t the right fit for everyone. If you are thinking …
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January 7, 2022Marigold, an Anatolian shepherd mix and Clover, a German shepherd mix, were found living loose on a property. They had never been inside a home and were not socialized. When they first arrived at the Victoria BC SPCA more than three months ago, Marigold and Clover were hand-shy and untouchable. “They are still quite new …
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January 7, 2022The first adopted animal of 2022 is Atlas, a striking large, fluffy, mixed, three-year-old, domestic longhair cat. “Atlas was a stray cat who had been living outside for quite a while,” says Kristen Sumner, manager, animal centre services for the North Cariboo District BC SPCA. “He was brought in by a good Samaritan who had …
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December 22, 2021A year ago, Captain and Maria, Akbash dogs, arrived at the BC SPCA in Shuswap, skinny, starving, nervous and as their names suggest, inseparable. “It was clear their life so far had not been easy and that these dogs hadn’t seen the best of humanity,” says Victoria Olynik, manager of the Shuswap SPCA. Captain and …
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December 20, 2021When animals are rescued from large-scale hoarding situations, their limited exposure to everyday sights and sounds can make new experiences terrifying. Jeffery, a sweet terrier mix who was seized along with 118 other dogs in a hoarding case in Fort Nelson earlier this year, has been overcoming his fears with the support of his new …
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