June 1, 2023Pet guardians share a strong bond with their pets. The happiness and welfare of their cats and dogs are important to every loving guardian. However, essential services like grooming, boarding, daycare or dog walking are not regulated, so what does this mean for pets? In B.C., daycare, dog walking, and pet boarding and grooming are …
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May 31, 2023The BC SPCA is hoping you can help Finnigan, a three-year-old cat who was hit by a car in Burnaby. “Good Samaritans witnessed Finnigan being hit by a car and called the BC SPCA for assistance,” says Nicole McBain, manager of the BC SPCA’s Burnaby animal centre. “When the BC SPCA’s night emergency officer arrived …
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May 31, 2023Warmer weather brings with it a number of fun outdoor activities, including everything from days at the beach to hiking to gardening in your backyard. However, these summertime activities also bring new opportunities for potential pet exposures to harmful and dangerous substances. There are a number of items that we often use during the summer, …
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May 22, 2023Summer brings a flurry of activity. Be sure to be pet-prepared when planning your adventures. Below are our top articles on enjoying safe summer activities with your pet. Jogging safely with your dog this summer How to swim safely with your dog Safety tips for exploring the great outdoors with your pet Rev up the …
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May 16, 2023The BC SPCA is getting ready to help pet guardians impacted by out-of-control wildfires in Fort St. John. Last night evacuation orders and alerts were issued for North Peace. Today staff and volunteers worked quickly to evacuate a total of 21 animals in our care to the BC SPCA’s South Peace location. Animals in the …
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