August 15, 2023The BC SPCA strongly encourages people to leave pets at home in hot weather. However, if you do have customers who have brought pets with them, here are some of the ways you can help. Some businesses might be limited by municipal bylaws, but there are still opportunities to keep pets out of warm cars. …
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August 14, 2023The BC SPCA is caring for Tilly, a ten-week-old kitten who was found by a good Samaritan along the shore of Dragon Lake in Quesnel, fighting to stay alive. “The finder was looking out of her bedroom window when she spotted what she thought was a kitten,” says Colby O’Flynn, BC SPCA’s senior manager, North …
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August 2, 2023Charlie, a German shepherd pit bull mix, was a stray who came into the BC SPCA’s care after being picked up by Prince George Animal Control in June of 2022. “Sadly, no one came to claim him,” says Kristen Sumner, animal centre services manager, North Cariboo. “He was in foster homes, foster to adopt homes …
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August 2, 2023The local dog park is a great place for you to play with your four-legged friend and enjoy the outdoors together. It’s also an opportunity for your pupper to connect with other dogs and socialize, and maybe for you to meet other dog-lovers in your community. In theory, everyone gets along at the dog park. …
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August 2, 2023With so much conflicting information about dog training online and the fact that dog training is unregulated in B.C., trying to find reliable dog training information can be overwhelming. That is why we bring you the five elements of humane dog training. Learn to recognize them for a happier dog and a happier you. “I …
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August 1, 2023Walking your dog is a daily activity, usually enjoyed by all parties involved. However, some pups are better at pulling than walking relaxed on a loose leash. Sound familiar? We reached out to AnimalKind accredited trainers to talk about why dogs pull and asked them to share humane training tips to help you teach your …
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