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Trees decorated with bright lights and ornaments are key part of many holiday celebrations. It’s important to protect pets from any holiday hazards and make sure everyone enjoys this annual tradition. These four tips can help pet guardians keep their furry friends safe from any accidents involving the tree. Consider an artificial tree Real trees …
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News Category: Pet care
The BC SPCA is providing care to four neglected shepherd breed dogs, who were surrendered from a backyard breeder and are looking for their forever homes for the holidays. These neglected dogs had been living in their own feces and urine among hazardous debris and garbage on a property in Maple Ridge. “This time of …
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News Category: Animal cruelty, Ways to help
Before snow is in the forecast and temperatures drop well below freezing around the province, we want to share our tips on how to keep your pet safe in winter conditions. Dog Walking Guardians might want to watch for the salt or sand used on side walks and streets to make driving and walking safer …
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News Category: Pet care, Tip Tuesday
Jack was brought to the SPCA in September by the Good Samaritans who found his weak little body and knew he needed help. Staff at the SPCA’s West Kootenay Animal Centre took Jack to the vet, who gave him a Body Condition Score (BCS) of 1, which is extremely emaciated. “There was not much to …
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News Category: Adoption
Giving a pet as a present may seem like a great idea this holiday season, but it’s important to make sure the person receiving the gift is ready for, and wants, the pet you plan to give. “It’s really important to make sure the person has the time for them, and to make sure the …
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News Category: Tip Tuesday
Last December, when SPCA constables seized 27 badly neglected horses from a Langley property, they knew the animals would need a lot of help to overcome the suffering they had endured. They also soon discovered that one of the horses named Mia was pregnant. Months after coming into care, Mia delivered a beautiful foal named …
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News Category: Animal cruelty, Ways to help
As you get ready for this holiday season, we wanted to share some great holiday gift giving options from companies that make a big difference to the lives of animals in need. Find inspiration for some last minute gift ideas or responsible holiday party items and feel good knowing your purchase is having a direct …
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News Category: Community
Coco was one of two neglected dogs seized during an SPCA cruelty investigation in June, 2019. The dogs, Coco and Jackson, were found living outdoors in their own feces with no water or food in sight. Both dogs were terrified of human contact. They were transferred to the North Cariboo SPCA and placed on a …
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News Category: Animal cruelty
As the days grow shorter and more people are driving in the dark, there is a greater risk of collisions with wildlife. In British Columbia, there are over 10,000 animal-related collisions ever year. This number is likely much higher, because it only includes incidents that are actually reported and doesn’t include injured animals that get …
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News Category: Wildlife
Travelling with your pet doesn’t have to be as daunting as you think. We’ve made a list and be sure to check it twice to help ensure pets have a nice and relatively stress-free trip. Before travelling: Make sure your pet is up to date with all their vaccinations and shots Ensure your pet has …
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News Category: Pet care
