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The BC SPCA has been advocating for the protection of wild cats for decades, especially for exotic cats who have been bred and sold as pets and for public display. Lately, exotic cats have been trending for all the wrong reasons and we want to answer your questions to help protect these majestic animals in …
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News Category: Wildlife
Last week, news of a wolf being shot in a legal hunt on Vancouver Island shocked many – not only because wolf hunting here could be legal, but tragically this was the wolf found in Victoria who had been recently relocated by Conservation Officers. The wolf previously spent years living alone on Discovery Island, just …
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News Category: Wildlife
Did you know that humans are largely responsible for the spread of rats around the world? 2020 marks the Year of the Rat, so now is the perfect time to take a closer look at these resourceful rodents. Rats have had a close relationship with people for a long time. Our cities draw them in, …
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News Category: Wildlife
It’s not always easy to tell when wild animals need help, and the internet is full of information that is sometimes more harmful than helpful. For a wildlife rehabilitator, the worst outcome is losing a patient because someone waited too long or got bad advice, instead of seeking professional help. Even giving food and water …
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News Category: Wildlife
As 2019 comes to a close, the BC SPCA’s Wild Animal Rehabilitation Centre (Wild ARC) is reporting another successful season. In 2019, Wild ARC successfully reunited more than 100 baby animals with their wild moms including fledgling birds, deer fawns, raccoons, goslings, squirrels and rabbits during its busy season from May to September. More than …
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News Category: Awards and accreditation, Wildlife
Dr. Adrian Walton, owner of Dewdney Animal Hospital has provided veterinary care to owned servals for years. The hospital also has a special permit that allows them to rescue and treat animals on the provincial controlled alien species (CAS) list. Unlike other exotic cats like lions and tigers, servals are not currently on the prohibited …
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News Category: Take action, Wildlife
What could be better than enjoying a nice glass of wine? Saving B.C. wildlife at the same time! The BC SPCA is delighted to partner with Northern Lights Estate Winery in announcing the launch of “The Bear”, a new Pinot Gris-style wine with a purpose. The wine is made using surplus apples sourced from local …
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News Category: Ways to help, Wildlife
The BC SPCA is praising the passing of Bill S-203 after a final debate about the new legislation in Ottawa today. Nicknamed the ‘Free Willy’ bill, S-203 bans keeping whales and dolphins (cetaceans) in captivity in Canada. “Bill S-203 not only bans the capture and confinement of whales and dolphins, it also criminalizes the breeding …
News Category: Wildlife
With World Oceans Day coming up on June 8, now is the perfect time to shine a spotlight on one of the most feared and misunderstood creatures in our waters: sharks. Are they really the mindless predators we make them out to be? Find out the truth behind some common shark myths. Myth: Sharks are …
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News Category: Wildlife
On March 30, the BC SPCA received a Clements Award for “Outstanding Organization” for our AnimalKind accreditation program for pest control companies. AnimalKind also accredits dog training businesses. The Clements Awards were created by The Fur-Bearers, one of Canada’s oldest wildlife protection organizations, to acknowledge individuals and organizations who have contributed to the welfare of …
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News Category: Wildlife
