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BC SPCA animal protection officers have seized 31 adult German shepherds and 12 puppies from an irresponsible breeder who was housing them on a property southeast of Prince George. “The conditions these dogs were living in were horrible,” says Marcie Moriarty, the BC SPCA’s Chief protection and outreach services. “The plywood floors in their outdoor …
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Sweetie is a six-year-old Shih Tzu, surrendered to the BC SPCA by her guardian who was no longer able to provide the care she needs. “We are so grateful to Sweetie’s guardian for making the incredibly difficult decision to surrender Sweetie to the BC SPCA’s care,” says Angela Mather, manager of the BC SPCA’s East …
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“They’re all very playful and so affectionate,” says Natalie, their foster. “They love to swat the ball around the wheel of their play circuit toy. They are also major fans of scratch posts.” Five tiny kittens were rescued from a blaze by Port Alberni fire crews in June and brought to the BC SPCA for …
Continue reading “Kittens rescued from fire win the hearts of a community”
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With temperatures nearing 30 degrees and beyond across the province this weekend, the BC SPCA is reminding the public that leaving pets in a hot vehicle can have life-threatening consequences. “We hear it all the time, ‘I was just running into the store, I was only gone a few minutes!’ but what many people don’t …
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The BC SPCA’s Drive for Lives animal transfer program celebrates its 20th anniversary this year at a time when the need for the program has never been greater. “In 2022 we transported 4,029 animals throughout the province. In 2023 that number jumped to 4,879 and this year we are on track to move even more …
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Dave found Wilfred when he stopped to unload his mountain bike from his truck. He was getting ready to ride the trails off Postil Road in Kelowna when he noticed a light reflecting off something down the embankment by the road. “When I saw the pet carrier, I figured it was empty and had been …
Continue reading “Update: Emaciated dachshund found trapped in carrier”
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The BC SPCA’s Lock-in for Love puts the “fun” in fundraiser and it all starts right from your phone or keyboard! This one-of-a-kind event runs from June 5 through 22. Caring participants not only raise funds that will help change the lives of animals in local communities across B.C., but they also get the opportunity …
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It is another presumed symptom of the higher cost of living in British Columbia. The BC SPCA has seen an ongoing decrease in the number of donations of pet food and supplies coming into their animal centres since January 2024. “Across the province we have seen less pet food donations coming into our centres,” says …
Continue reading “Donations for the BC SPCA’s pet food bank program down across the province”
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Nemo, a young orange tabby, was spotted by a caring passerby in Burnaby who contacted the BC SPCA’s emergency night line to get some help for this severely injured stray cat. A staff member was dispatched and Nemo was immediately taken to an emergency vet. Nemo would require 48 hours of emergency care for his …
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During National Volunteer Week, April 14 through 20, the BC SPCA recognizes the contributions of the 3,479 committed, talented and generous volunteers who dedicate their time and talents to enrich the lives of B.C.’s most vulnerable animals in our animal centres and communities. “Every moment our volunteers contribute matters to an animal in need,” says …
Continue reading “Celebrating the “paw-sitive” impact of BC SPCA volunteers”
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