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All dogs are unique and wonderful in their own way, but some have an extra special “star quality”. This December, audiences at Gateway Theatre in Richmond will be treated to canine star-power in a new production of Annie, running from December 11 to January 3. While the beloved musical is known for its catchy songs …
News Category: Animal Stories, Community
Gramps, a stray senior Persian mix has endured so much. But that didn’t keep him from making the best first impression with his new pawrents. When he met Cheryl and her husband Dean, he immediately climbed up her leg, sat in her lap and began making biscuits. “We weren’t expecting a Persian cat with a …
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News Category: Animal Stories
Charlie, Ora and Siren were featured in our August Anim@ls newsletter. They were all senior dogs who as a group had been waiting more than 250 days to find their forever homes. The good news? All three have been adopted and are spending their senior years with the most amazing pawrents! Charlie explores the great outdoors with his …
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News Category: Animal Stories
They had been badly neglected. Left out in a field to fend for themselves, two quarter horses and three miniature horses were surrendered to the BC SPCA’s care after an animal protection investigation. Janice, one of the BC SPCA’s most trusted horse fosters, was tasked with bringing them back to health. “Taz, one of the …
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News Category: Animal Stories
Senior dogs are brought into the BC SPCA’s care for a variety of reasons. They are often overlooked because of their age, but these dogs can make the best companions! They offer so much and deserve to spend their golden years in a loving home. Ora, Siren and Charlie are three active, loving and playful …
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News Category: Animal Stories
As dog guardians, it is one of the most frightening things to think about. Especially if you spend a lot of time in B.C.’s beautiful forests and trails: an encounter with a bear. Rover, now named Rocky, lived to tell the tale, but not without battle scars. “If you are going hiking or walking in …
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News Category: Animal Stories
In June and July 2024, two orphaned otter pups were rescued just weeks apart after losing their mothers too soon. They were brought to the BC SPCA’s Wild Animal Rehabilitation Centre (Wild ARC)—the only wildlife rehab facility on southern Vancouver Island. Wild ARC treats over 2,000 wild animals each year, helping them recover and return …
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News Category: Animal Stories
As Valentine’s Day approaches, our thoughts turn to love, companionship, and the special bonds that enrich our lives. This February, we want to highlight the importance of adopting bonded pairs of animals at the BC SPCA. These furry friends share an unbreakable connection, making their adoption not only a gift to them but a heartwarming …
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News Category: Animal Stories
Ash, now named Asher, was one of 43 German shepherds rescued from an irresponsible breeder in August of last year. After a tough start to life, Asher spent his first holidays surrounded by his new family. “Asher is our family’s fourth German shepherd rescue,” says Maria, “but our first puppy. It’s been so interesting working …
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News Category: Animal Stories
It was a story that touched the hearts of people across the province. Spirit, the pregnant mare who was found on the side of the road in Fort St. John, ten kilometres down a logging road. She had lesions all over her skin, raw in some places, especially on her chest and she was also …
Continue reading “BC SPCA’s most memorable animal stories of 2024”
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