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Five awesome animal moms

May 8, 2023

Just like the human world, the animal world is filled with amazing moms. They teach, nurture, feed and protect their offspring until they are ready to fend for themselves. In some cases, and I think some moms reading this can relate, the offspring never leave and rely on their mom for food and protection well …

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Cat found in box originating from China at Vancouver International Mail Centre   

May 2, 2023

A cat mysteriously found in a parcel is now in the care of the BC SPCA. Prescious Cargo, as she was named by the SPCA, was found in a parcel originating from China that was being examined by Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) officers at the Vancouver International Mail Centre in Richmond. “The officers noticed …

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Number of puppies in BC SPCA care continues to rise in 2023

April 5, 2023

The BC SPCA has seen a marked increase in the number of puppies surrendered to its care this year. “We have had almost 350 puppies come into care so far, compared to 200 at this time last year,” says Eileen Drever, the BC SPCA’s senior officer for protection and stakeholder relations. Most recently, a breeder …

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Dog found tied to railing will be taken care of forever in his new home

March 31, 2023

He was found tied to a railing in front of a building in downtown Prince George. He had a large, protruding mass on his leg and a heartbreaking note on his collar asking someone to take care of him. Thankfully, a Good Samaritan found him and took him to the BC SPCA where he was …

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Emaciated mom found chained to wall gives birth to seven healthy puppies!

February 4, 2023

BC SPCA animal protection officers found her in a freezing cold basement with no heat or insulation, chained to a wall. The Australian shepherd was emaciated and very pregnant. “This poor mom was in an area of the basement that had been separated by plywood and fencing,” says Eileen Drever, senior officer, protection and stakeholder …

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