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In North America, domestic cats injure or kill hundreds of millions of wild birds and mammals each year. But with a few simple changes, it’s possible for cats and birds to coexist! Did you know that even a small scratch from a cat will likely kill a bird? Cats have bacteria in their mouths that …
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News Category: Wildlife
Social media has made exotic animals more accessible than ever. Just search for “unusual pets” on TikTok or YouTube, and you will be inundated with videos of prairie dogs being walked outside on leashes, servals roughhousing with house cats and capybaras lounging on beds eating watermelon. Most people would never seriously consider keeping a prairie …
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News Category: Wildlife
Spring is here once again and, with it, a new baby season. Across the province, wild animals of all kinds are busy starting families. Sadly, these families are vulnerable to attacks from cats venturing outdoors to enjoy the warmer weather too. Cats are natural hunters With their keen eyesight and agile bodies, cats are built …
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News Category: Wildlife
As we head outside to tend our yards and gardens, an unseen — and often underappreciated — world of work is happening all around us. Beneath our feet and overhead, insects of all kinds are busy helping to propagate and protect plants. “There’s an astonishing diversity of insects here in British Columbia,” says Nadia Xenakis, …
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News Category: Wildlife
Delving into the world of backyard habitats not only offers joy and fulfilment, it also fosters a deeper connection with the vibrant wildlife thriving in your very own neighbourhood. Learn how to create a backyard habitat that helps nurture local wildlife and brings birds and animals to your backyard. Whether you live in the city …
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News Category: Wildlife
UPDATE: Health Canada has announced a complete ban on strychnine use in Canada after consulting the public and stakeholders. All uses of strychnine will be illegal by September 7, 2024 and all registrations of strychnine will be cancelled. While this decision is a very positive outcome for animal welfare, this ban does not apply to …
News Category: Take action, Wildlife
Suppose you are looking out at a green space near your home and spot an interesting bird. Grabbing your phone, you open a bird identification app and log your observation. The day you logged your observation coincides with the Great Backyard Bird Count and you have joined people all around the world submitting their bird …
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News Category: Wildlife
As we say goodbye to 2023, the BC SPCA’s Wild Animal Rehabilitation Centre (Wild ARC) is already preparing for this year’s busy season. Thanks to the dedication of staff, volunteers and our community, Wild ARC was able to care for 2,132 animals last year from 131 different species, each with their own unique diet, treatment …
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News Category: Wildlife
What happens when someone can no longer keep their exotic pet? Unlike cats or dogs, exotic pets can’t be brought to just any animal shelter. Many shelters don’t have the facilities or expertise necessary to provide for their needs. Few rescue groups take in exotic animals, and those that do are often already at capacity. …
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News Category: Wildlife
The BC SPCA is aware of sightings and reports of a purported wolf-dog hybrid in the Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN), including a recent situation involving a young French Bulldog who was allegedly killed by the animal while walking on leash with its owners. With limited information on the animal and recognizing that the Society …
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