One of the oldest horses that was seized in a recent BC SPCA cruelty investigation has found a new loving home. Thor is one of 27 neglected horses who were rescued from a farm in Langley on Dec. 15, 2018. The horses had been living in unsanitary and unsafe conditions, suffering from lice, lack of …
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TransLink and BC SPCA tackling the pigeon problem
Pilot project introduces avian birth control to reduce pigeon population near SkyTrain stations in a humane way VANCOUVER, BC — TransLink and the BC SPCA are teaming up to humanely reduce the pigeon population at VCC-Clark SkyTrain Station. An automatic bird feeder is dispensing birth control for a pilot project to control the pigeon population. …
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News Category: Wildlife
These animals are living their best lives thanks to your donations
We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your support and highlight how your donations have helped animals recover and live life to the fullest. Read on to see how animals we featured in 2018 are now thriving and living their best lives. Mini Mini arrived into our care as the result …
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News Category: Animal cruelty, Ways to help
Cat colony populations decline with BC SPCA grant program
Returning for its seventh year, the BC SPCA community animal spay neuter grant program is accepting applications for grant funding to address cat overpopulation in communities across B.C. The program has seen demonstrable impacts in seven years, including decreased colony sizes, increased community partnerships and improved health for the cats currently in colonies. In 2018, …
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News Category: Pet care
South Okanagan/Similkameen and Kelowna SPCA Branches caring for large intake of cats from hoarder
The South Okanagan/Similkameen and Kelowna Branches of the BC SPCA are caring for a large intake of young cats surrendered to the BC SPCA on Jan. 30. The cats came from the same individual who has previously surrendered 164 cats and kittens to the SPCA. “Thirty cats were brought into our care, suffering from upper …
News Category: Animal cruelty, Ways to help
New BC SPCA accreditation program helps dog owners find the right trainer
The BC SPCA has launched an innovative program to accredit dog-training businesses in British Columbia. The AnimalKind program sets out science-based training standards to ensure humane treatment for dogs and peace of mind for their owners. “Each year, the BC SPCA gets hundreds of calls from dog owners seeking guidance on how to find a …
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News Category: Pet care