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Update: Over 4,500 people signed the pledge to speak out against a new rodeo in the Township of Langley. This pledge demonstrates that rodeo does not align with the values of many British Columbians. In June, we submitted a letter to the Mayor and Council of the Township of Langley also expressing our concerns with …
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What do you know about pigs? There are many misconceptions about pigs, but one thing is known for sure – they are far from ‘boaring’! Here is a list of 10 fun facts you may not know about these amazing farm animals. 1. Pigs don’t sweat Sweat like a pig? While this is a common …
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The National Farm Animal Care Council has released Canada’s first Code of Practice for the Care and Handling of Farmed Salmonids (salmon, trout, charr). We know that fish are sentient and have the ability to feel pain, fear, and stress. This is an exciting and necessary step towards improved fish welfare on land and sea-based …
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For many people, fireworks are an exciting and fun experience. But for animals, including those on farms, fireworks can be extremely frightening. Unlike our dog and cat companions, farm animals can’t be brought into our homes to be comforted and protected in the same way we would with our cats and dogs. This means that …
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For the past 10 months, you have been helping the BC SPCA shine a light on the inhumane mink farming industry, which presents a serious risk to public health in a pandemic. But for two wild mink on Vancouver Island, their rehabilitation story reminds us what is at stake. When an orphaned young mink in …
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Backyard chickens have become increasingly popular among those looking for a sustainable source of cage-free eggs. Just like cats and dogs, chickens need physical and mental stimulation to live happy and healthy lives. Providing enrichment to chickens has many benefits, including: Provides the opportunity to perform natural behaviours Keeps chickens engaged, reducing boredom and building …
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While cats and dogs may be the first animals that come to mind when you think of the BC SPCA, we also work to protect and enhance the quality of life for farm animals. From horses and pigs to goats and chickens, farm animals are among the thousands of animals we help each year. The …
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The Earth’s climate is changing at an alarming rate due to the global warming crisis, resulting from greenhouse gas emissions.1 Greenhouse gases, such as carbon dioxide and methane, are air pollutants that absorb sunlight and trap heat, causing the planet to warm. The consequences of global warming include severe drought, water shortages, wildfires, flooding, rising …
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The BC SPCA is encouraging horse guardians to plan ahead in the event of a disaster, such as wildfires, floods, power outages or earthquakes. Good planning can make all the difference in an emergency. This disaster preparedness checklist outlines key things you will need to ensure your horses are safe if a disaster strikes. …
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The BC SPCA is hoping you can give Charlie a new leg up on life. The twenty-year-old gelding came to the BC SPCA’s attention through a cruelty investigation earlier this month. In addition to coming into care underweight and having suffered from rain scald, Charlie has a chronic hind leg injury, and is recovering from …
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