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Veterinary teams help pets lead happy and healthy lives

Dr. Kim Yuill
April 27, 2019

On World Veterinary Day the BC SPCA would like to thank all veterinary staff and partners for their vital work. Veterinary teams provide vaccines for disease prevention, perform life-saving surgery, offer basic healthcare services and more to help pets lead their best lives. BC SPCA Prince George Spay Neuter Clinic Dr. Kim Yuill is a …

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North Peace SPCA launches spay neuter program to help low-income families

Cute wide eyed orange cat being held by smiling girl
April 17, 2019

Spaying and neutering reduces the number of homeless kittens and helps cats lead healthier lives. Today, thanks to generous funding from BC Hydro Northern Development fund, the BC SPCA North Peace branch is launching a free spay/neuter program for low-income cat owners. “We are so grateful to be able to launch this much needed program …

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Top 3 microchip myths

Close up shot of husky dog being walked on a leash by a man down a neighbourhood street
April 16, 2019

A microchip is the most reliable form of permanent identification you can provide your pet. With 1 in 3 pets going missing in their lifetime, a microchip can be the difference in getting a lost pet back home to their family. But how much do we really know about them? In honour of National Pet …

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Hill’s Pet Nutrition canned dog food recall expansion

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March 21, 2019

Please note that there is currently a voluntary recall expansion on select canned dog foods produced by Hill’s Pet Nutrition. For further information, please visit hillspet.ca/productlist or contact Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Inc. at 1-800-445-5777 Monday-Friday during the hours of 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (CST) or at contactus@hillspet.com. Dry dog food, treats and all cat …

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Safety tips for exploring the great outdoors with your pet

Black dog on leash in park looking up at woman
March 20, 2019

The spring and summer months are an excellent time to have amazing adventures exploring the outdoors with your dog and maybe even your cat. Ensure the experience is a positive one by taking steps to protect your pet’s health and minimize encounters with wildlife. Here are a few things to consider.The spring and summer months …

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Ask the SPCA: Is declawing really that bad for cats?

Black and white cat wearing collar with id looking curiously forward on top of couch indoors
February 19, 2019

My cat has scratched his way through two couches so far. Is declawing really that bad? In a word: yes! The BC SPCA succeeded in prompting the College of Veterinarians of British Columbia (CVBC) to ban declawing because of the suffering caused by this painful and unnecessary surgical procedure. From stretching to climbing to playing, …

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BC SPCA ready to tackle challenging animal issues with new strategic plan

February 12, 2019

The British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (BC SPCA) has launched a new four-pillar strategic plan for 2019-2023 to take animal welfare in B.C. to a new level. The non-profit animal welfare organization, which helped nearly 48,000 animals in need in 2018, developed the plan after a year-long consultation with key …

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UPDATE: more than 150 cats taken into BC SPCA care as Houston rescue continues

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