December 6, 2024Who could forget Sunny’s sad story. This young collie mix was seized by a BC SPCA animal protection officer after he was dragged behind a vehicle. But the best present we could give him and everyone who heard his story is this – he has found the most amazing forever home just in time for …
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News Category: Animal Stories
December 6, 2024The signs were everywhere. Mike Wazowski, now named Uno, was destined to be with his forever family. And he was meant to make their new house a home, just in time for the holidays. Ashley remembers when she first saw Uno, although she didn’t know it at the time. She was standing in front of …
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December 6, 2024After an incredible 337 days in BC SPCA care and traveling between 5 different Animal Centres to find his dream home, we are happy to announce the adoption of sweet senior Coonhound mix, Magnus. Magnus entered BC SPCA care just over 11 months ago, spending nearly an entire year waiting patiently for the right …
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November 1, 2024In the bustling world of our BC SPCA Animal Centres, stories of resilience and love often appear, reminding us of the transformative power of adoption. One such story comes from the BC SPCA Burnaby Animal Centre, where a spirited one-year-old Pitbull named Knuckles captured hearts, overcame challenges, and finally found the perfect forever home. Knuckles …
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News Category: Adoption, Animal Stories
November 1, 2024Lucky and Charm, two Labrador retriever mixes, had a tough start to life. Found as strays near Prince George, British Columbia, both dogs were in pain, with porcupine quills stuck in their faces. But thanks to a kind stranger, caring veterinarians, and the BC SPCA, their story has a happy ending. Today, both Lucky and …
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News Category: Animal Stories
October 3, 2024In the world of animal rescue, there are stories that tug at your heartstrings and remind you of the incredible resilience and potential of every animal. This is one such story—a tale of three Shih Tzu/Jack Russell Terrier puppies who came into the BC SPCA Williams Lake Animal Centre at just six weeks old, facing …
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August 2, 2024It is hard to forget the photos of the badly matted poodle-mix dogs as they were being assessed at the BC SPCA’s Kelowna animal centre. Thirty-one dogs in total were surrendered by an irresponsible breeder in Clearwater after they were found living in a dark building without adequate heating, bedding or veterinary care. One of …
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July 5, 2024Pickles story reminds us that a dog with a sad start can find happiness with some loving patience and a mischief-encouraging best friend named Boo. The 14-month-old retriever was one of five young dogs surrendered to the BC SPCA by their owner after a complaint about their living conditions was called into the animal helpline. …
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June 7, 2024A perfect match is worth the wait. Beloved long-term resident Oso has finally found his forever home after spending almost 300 days in the care of the BC SPCA’s Comox Animal Centre. Poor Oso was surrendered into the BC SPCA’s care after spending the first three and a half years of his life tethered to …
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May 3, 2024Maya, a four-year-old Pit Bull terrier, was pregnant when she came into the BC SPCA’s care through our animal protection work. She was immediately brought to a veterinary clinic where she would meet the foster who would change her life. “I was working at the clinic when Maya came in,” says Mandi. “No BC SPCA …
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