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February 5, 2019, marks the start of this Lunar New Year. A centuries old tradition, the Lunar New Year is celebrated in many countries across Asia and around the world. In Chinese culture, each year in the 12 year lunar cycle is represented by a different animal and – according to the Chinese zodiac – …
Continue reading “2019 is the year of the pig”
News Category: Farm
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
The BC SPCA is seeking help to provide on-going care and loving new homes for a large number of horses seized in a cruelty investigation last month. On Dec. 15, 2018, 27 neglected horses were rescued from a Langley property suffering from lack of nutrition, lice infestation, overgrown hooves, rainscald from inadequate shelter and lack …
News Category: Animal cruelty, Ways to help
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 …
Continue reading “New BC SPCA accreditation program helps dog owners find the right trainer”
News Category: Pet care, behaviour, prevention and education
Whether you enjoy zipping over fields on a snowmobile or tramping through the woods in snowshoes, British Columbia is a spectacular place to explore during the winter. Winter is tough on wildlife Though beautiful, winter is a harsh season for wild animals throughout the province — and we can unknowingly add to their troubles. Recreational …
Continue reading “Winter recreation the responsible way”
News Category: Wildlife
Kamloops is taking a big step in turning the tide on cat overpopulation thanks to a $50,000 grant from PetSmart Charities® of Canada. With the funding provided, the BC SPCA will be able to provide 400 free spay and neuter surgeries to cat owners in need. “We’re thrilled to have received this generous grant that …
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News Category: Pet care, behaviour, prevention and education
The BC SPCA’s East Kootenay Branch in Cranbrook is seeking your help with medical costs for an adorable nine-year-old Shih Tzu who came into SPCA care suffering from a number of medical issues. “When Shelby arrived at the branch she was covered in matted fur and we could tell right away that something was wrong,” …
Continue reading “Sweet Shelby needs your help”
News Category: Ways to help
My dog doesn’t give me the ball back when we play fetch. How do I fix this so I’m not playing a game of chase? There are ways to teach dogs to drop the ball consistently. More importantly, teaching a dog to “drop” or “share” goes a long way to prevent resource guarding. Dogs should …
Continue reading “Ask the SPCA: Preventing resource guarding in dogs”
News Category: Pet care, behaviour, prevention and education
Who knew saving animals could be so sweet? The most delicious week of the year – the BC SPCA’s Treat Week™ – is almost here. Treat Week™ is an opportunity for animal lovers to provide delicious treats for family, friends and colleagues in exchange for donations to help B.C. animals in need. This year Treat …
Continue reading “Treat yourself and change the lives of animals with Treat Week™!”
News Category: Ways to help
Tickets are now available for the first Canadian Animal Policy Symposium in Victoria on March 1, 2019, hosted by the BC SPCA. The event, to be held at the Comfort Inn and Suites Victoria (3020 Blanshard Street), will bring together policy makers, industry stakeholders and policy and administration students from across the country to discuss …
Continue reading “Tickets now on sale for the BC SPCA’s first Canadian Animal Policy Symposium”
News Category: Events
