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Summer is in full swing, so now is the perfect time for you and your dog to enjoy new adventures together. There are so many fun outdoor activities to try with your four-legged friend, including everything from hiking to swimming to jogging. However, it’s important to keep in mind the appropriate safety measures so that …
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News Category: Pet care
Last August, an orange kitten was brought into the BC SPCA branch in Nanaimo last year as a stray, after being attacked by a dog. His injuries from the attack were so severe that his back legs were paralyzed. He was immediately fostered, and later adopted, by Amy Hunt, a veterinary tech assistant at VCA …
Learn to recognize the 5 elements of humane dog training “I want my dog to be happy” is a common feeling among dog guardians. Wanting their dogs to walk without pulling, bark less often and politely keep paws on the ground is common too. Who wouldn’t want a dog who reliably follows cues and is …
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News Category: Pet care
A young female river otter pup was recently found crying and wandering a beach in the Victoria area. Fortunately, a kind member of the public witnessed this distressing scene and recognized something was wrong. They quickly got in touch with staff at BC SPCA’s Wild Animal Rehabilitation Centre (Wild ARC) and together it was determined …
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News Category: Wildlife
Every year hundreds of native wild animals are brought to wildlife rehabilitation centres in Canada suffering from the effects of poison. This poison was not meant for them, but was set out in bait boxes at homes, parks, and buildings across communities to attract rodents. The full scale of the problem is unknown since most …
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News Category: Take action, Wildlife
With so much going on during the week it’s easy to get a little lazy or sidetracked when it comes to keeping our dogs active. Which is why once the weekend hits, so many of us want to take advantage of our time off to hang out with our furry friend and enjoy the great …
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