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BC SPCA recognizes World Spay Day by supporting 58 families with spay/neuter surgeries for their pets

February 26, 2026

In recognition of World Spay Day on February 24, the BC SPCA joined animal welfare organizations worldwide in the effort to increase access to spay and neuter services for vulnerable animals to reduce pet overpopulation and improve the health of animals across the province.   “Not only does spaying or neutering your pet help prevent accidental litters and reduce the number of unwanted animals in our community, but it can also have some pretty …

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BC SPCA Wild Animal Rehabilitation Centre in Need of Volunteers

February 23, 2026

The BC SPCA’s Wild Animal Rehabilitation Centre (Wild ARC) in Metchosin is recruiting for volunteers in a variety of roles to support the care of injured, orphaned, and sick wild animals on Vancouver Island. Thanks to the continuous support of volunteers, Wild ARC cares for more than 2,000 wild animals each year. Most of these …

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BC SPCA North Cariboo protects 49 vulnerable dogs and puppies from highly contagious parvovirus

February 20, 2026

In response to reports of canine parvovirus in the community, the BC SPCA organized a free vaccine clinic to help protect vulnerable dogs and puppies from this highly contagious virus. This free clinic was held on Saturday, February 14, at the BC SPCA Prince George Spay/Neuter Clinic, usually closed over the weekends, and was able …

BC SPCA rescues 17 cats living in horrifying conditions

February 17, 2026

On January 29, BC SPCA animal protection officers visited a property in the Fraser Valley after the BC SPCA had been alerted to cats living in horrible conditions. “The ammonia odour was so strong it permeated the air outside the home,” says Matt Affleck, regional manager animal cruelty, Lower Mainland, Fraser Valley. “When we went …

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Man convicted of animal cruelty sent to jail after breaching conditions 

February 9, 2026

Clearwater resident Kurtis Elliot has had his conditional sentence order terminated after failing to comply with the terms of his sentence.   Elliot was found guilty of animal cruelty in May 2025 after the BC SPCA removed 15 dogs and puppies from his property. The animals were discovered to be living in distress amongst built-up feces, suffering from frostbite due to being kept outdoors in subzero …

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