On Thursday, November 21, the BC SPCA, in partnership with the Quw’utsun (Cowichan) Tribes, held a heartfelt ground blessing ceremony at the future site of the Vancouver Island Animal Behaviour Centre located at 7550 Bell McKinnon Road in Duncan. The ceremony was a meaningful occasion to honor and respect the land, featuring a beautiful performance …
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Carbon monoxide poisoning and your pets—do you know the signs?
Technical Safety BC and the BC SPCA want to help British Columbians keep their pets safe Pets aren’t just companions — they are cherished members of our families, who often spend more time at home than their humans. With Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week underway (running November 1 to 7, 2024), Technical Safety BC and the …
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Giving thanks with the BC SPCA animal food bank program
It is the season for gratitude, and over the past four years, pet guardians across British Columbia have given thanks for their animals. “Our furry family members have been a gift to help us through challenging times, but at the same time, many pet owners have been severely challenged by illness, job loss, and other …
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BC SPCA prepares for upcoming construction of first-of-its-kind animal behaviour centre
The BC SPCA is preparing to build a first-of-its-kind animal behaviour centre on Vancouver Island in Duncan, B.C. with construction expected to start in the next few weeks. The new Vancouver Island Animal Behaviour Centre aims to help the growing number of animals entering the BC SPCA’s care who are fearful, under-socialized and needing significant …
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BC SPCA locations closed Sept. 30 to observe Truth & Reconciliation Day
All BC SPCA locations will be closed on September 30, as we observe National Truth & Reconciliation Day, a day to commemorate the history and legacy of residential schools in Canada. “A critical step toward reconciliation is public recognition and learnings about the atrocities experienced by Indigenous peoples and communities across Canada,” says BC SPCA …
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UBCM membership endorses resolution asking for a province-wide ban on glue traps
The BC SPCA is pleased to announce that the UBCM membership has endorsed the resolution (NR54) asking for a province-wide ban on the sale, purchase, and use of glue traps. “We’re thrilled that UBCM members have endorsed this resolution, and we hope the provincial government will act on their recommendation,” says Sarah Herring, the BC …
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BC SPCA to pilot community-based service model in Nelson
The BC SPCA has recently been advised by the landlords of its Nelson Adoption Centre that they would like to reclaim use of this space for an expansion of their local foodbank services. As the BC SPCA currently operates two full-service community animal centres serving the Kootenays, the 6-year-old West Kootenay community animal centre in …
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Dog fights: How to prevent them and how to break them up
Most dog fights or scuffles result in no injury at all. They can look and sound ferocious but they are normal and are more like an argument. “Dog fights are preventable,” says Kim Monteith, the BC SPCA’s manager of animal welfare. “Guardians need to be attentive to their dog and other dogs’ behaviour when they …
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Five amazing facts about dogs
No one is happier to see you than your dog. They are the ultimate companions, keeping us active and social, and simply making us feel better. Beyond enhancing our quality of life, there are some fascinating facts about dogs that can help us understand and care for our furry family members even better. 1. Storms …
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Maple Ridge Animal Control service changes
The BC SPCA has been contracted by the City of Maple Ridge to provide animal control to the community since 2010; however, a recent service change means the City of Maple Ridge has assumed responsibility for these services, with the exception of kennelling services which will continue to be provided by the BC SPCA, effective …
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