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The BC SPCA held a special free vaccination clinic on January 22 in Oppenheimer Park after four adult (unvaccinated) dogs were confirmed to have died from parvovirus in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside. Canine parvovirus is a highly contagious and often deadly virus affecting dogs, with unvaccinated puppies being particularly vulnerable. “A building manager in the area …
News Category: Outreach
Coyotes can be found throughout most of B.C., and it is common to spot them in rural, suburban and even urban settings. Coyote sightings in the city are normal, even during the day. It can be surprising and sometimes unnerving to see them. Still, like many wild animals, coyotes are generally not interested in engaging …
Continue reading “What to do if you see a coyote”
News Category: Wildlife
BC SPCA’s Wild Animal Rehabilitation Centre (Wild ARC) has wrapped up another successful year treating wild animals on Southern Vancouver Island. Even as staff prepare for the next busy season ahead, it’s worth taking a moment to reflect on the remarkable accomplishments over the past year. Thanks to the dedication of staff, volunteers, and our …
Continue reading “Wild ARC Year in Review – 2,182 wild patients treated in 2025!”
For the first time since 2013, Canada’s Code of Practice for the Care and Handling of Equines is being updated, and the public is invited to provide input. Adding your voice makes a difference to the lives of equines. The National Farm Animal Care Council (NFACC) has now opened the public comment period. This stage of the process allows the public to review the draft Code and submit feedback …
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News Category: Farm, Take action
As we step into a new year, we’re reflecting on the incredible moments that brought our community together in 2025. From heartwarming rescues to stories that sparked conversations and inspired action, our social media channels were filled with reminders of why compassion matters. These posts didn’t just earn likes, they created connections, raised awareness, and …
Continue reading “The Posts That Stole Our Hearts: BC SPCA’s Top Social Media Moments of 2025”
When John first came into our care, the world was a scary place for him. He was rescued alongside 21 other cats and kittens from an overwhelmed home after a concerned animal lover made a call to our Animal Helpline. The officers that entered the home said they found a heartbreaking situation of animal hoarding. …
Continue reading “Sweet kitten is the first animal to find forever home in 2026!”
