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There has been so much interest in the 97 animals rescued as part of a cruelty investigation near Princeton at the end of September, including the 27 horses who were rescued. At the time, the emaciated horses had to go into strict quarantine immediately. Tragically, several didn’t make it. The BC SPCA was also fighting …
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The public comment period for Canada’s first Code of Practice for farmed fish is now open, and will remain open until January 7. Be sure to submit your feedback on the draft Code to ensure that the welfare of farmed fish is protected! Here are a few key points we hope you convey along with …
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News Category: Farm
Equine photographer Leanne Peniuk’s passion for horses is on full display with the release of her new coffee-style book, Rescue Me, which showcases success stories and photographs of rescued horses from British Columbia, including BC SPCA rescue alumni. “Every story in this book inspired me,” says Peniuk. “These horses have endured such hardships in their …
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News Category: Farm, Ways to help
The BC SPCA is reminding Canadians to voice their opinions on proposed amendments to the National Farm Animal Care Council’s Codes of Practice for the Care and Handling of Pigs before the deadline next month. National farm codes, developed by multi-stakeholder committees, are updated every 10 years, with an interim review conducted after five years. …
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News Category: Farm
Chickens raised for meat, called broiler chickens, are by far the most farmed animal in Canada. To meet the demand for chicken meat, chickens are bred to grow very big very quickly (especially their breast muscles). These conventional broiler chickens reach slaughter weight at just six to eight weeks old. Today, a broiler chicken can …
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News Category: Farm
The BC SPCA is calling on Canadians to voice their opinions on proposed amendments to the National Farm Animal Care Council’s Codes of Practice for the Care and Handling of Pigs. National farm codes, developed by multi-stakeholder committees, are updated every 10 years, with an interim review conducted after five years. This week, a code …
News Category: Farm
With British Columbians self-isolating at home in 2020 due to COVID-19, communities across B.C. have seen a surge of interest in homesteading activities, such as baking, gardening and preserving. Whether it’s the desire to be self-sufficient or just having extra time around the house, more people are also expressing an interest in raising backyard chickens. …
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News Category: Farm
Goats are very curious, playful and friendly animals, that are also a common animal found on farms. See what you know about these quirky animals and learn more! There are over 200 different breeds of goats With so many different breeds, sizes vary greatly. One of the smallest breeds of goat, the Nigerian dwarf goat, …
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News Category: Farm
The BC SPCA’s Surrey Good Shepherd Barn is asking for your help to care for a three-year-old pot-belly pig called Marigold. This young pig came into SPCA care through a cruelty investigation surrender. “Marigold had overgrown hooves that caused her to walk like she was wearing flippers, causing tendon and ligament strain,” says Leiki Salumets, …
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News Category: Animal cruelty, Farm, Ways to help
Midas came to the BC SPCA in December, 2018 as a result of a cruelty investigation. This poor little pony had been left behind on a property after his owners moved. He was weak from starvation when he was seized by an SPCA animal protection officer and brought to the Surrey Good Shepherd Barn. Midas …
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News Category: Adoption, Animal cruelty, Farm
