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Recommendations to improve the welfare and protections of farmed animals in B.C. presented to Ministry of Agriculture and Food

March 27, 2024

In 2023, the BC SPCA participated in a committee formed by the Ministry of Agriculture and Food to review and recommend improvements to the farmed animal welfare framework in British Columbia. The committee developed recommendations that touch on training, transportation and processing sectors, along with integrating and prioritizing farmed animals in emergency response. They also …

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Pigs as pets – what to know before adopting a mini pig

March 5, 2024

Mini pigs have grown in popularity and are often advertised as easy-to-care-for house pets. The reality is that caring for a pet pig comes with many challenges, and some so-called mini pigs may only stay mini for a short time! Consider these important points before adopting a mini pig. What is a mini pig? A …

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Support the bill to end the live export of Canadian horses for slaughter

February 12, 2024

Update: The bill to ban live horse export for slaughter from Canada has passed the House of Commons Agriculture Committee! Bill C-355 will now go for a final vote in the House of Commons before moving to the Senate. The bill is another step closer to hopefully becoming law. Thank you for speaking up for horses …

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From timid to trusting: Promise’s rehabilitation journey

December 13, 2023

For Monika, a dedicated BC SPCA foster guardian, the benefits of positive reinforcement training for horses are clear. She has volunteered her time to rehabilitate horses rescued through our Animal Protection Services so they can have successful adoptions. “Positive reinforcement training motivates the desired behaviour,” says Monika. “It involves adding something rewarding to the horse, …

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Food label “fowl” play: the free-run myth

September 27, 2023

With so many labels on meat and eggs, it can be challenging to know what each means regarding animal welfare. Free-run and free-range can be particularly confusing labels on poultry products. It’s important to first define these labels in general terms to understand what they mean for farmed poultry. Free-run: animals are raised cage-free but …

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10 fun facts about cows

July 7, 2023

Cattle (often informally called ‘cows’) are among the most common and well-known farmed animals. People who have spent time with them will likely agree that cows are valuable individuals with unique personalities. Here are ten fun facts about these intelligent animals you may not know! 1. Not all cattle are cows Cattle are often called …

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