November 22, 2025On November 21, a breeder in Clearwater plead guilty to animal cruelty charges contrary to section 9.1 (2) of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (PCA) Act for causing or permitting an animal to be in distress. Following her guilty plea, Milligan received 12 months’ probation, including a curfew for a period of six months. Milligan may not own, have custody or control of, or reside in the same premises as no more than 15 dogs for …
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News Category: Animal cruelty, Ways to help
November 14, 2025WARNING: Graphic Images On November 4, a BC SPCA animal protection officer, responding to a complaint received, discovered a four-year-old golden retriever mix tethered with a heavy chain wrapped around her neck on a remote property west of Prince George. The chain appeared to be embedded in the dog’s neck, but the true extent of …
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November 12, 2025An elderly out-of-province couple struggling with their own health issues recently became overwhelmed with the care of their 21 cats before concerned family members were able to step in to get support for both the couple and the cats in need. The family embarked on an interprovincial journey in a recreational vehicle, intending to relocate …
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November 10, 2025The BC SPCA Quesnel community animal centre will no longer serve as the pound keeper for the City of Quesnel’s animal control services once existing kenneling service agreements end on December 31, 2025. “Over the past few years, the BC SPCA Quesnel community animal centre has experienced a significant increase of animals coming into care through emergency response and cruelty investigations, which …
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November 6, 2025Ongoing disease management efforts at Universal Ostrich Farm have been a very emotional and stressful time for all involved, including the significant number of animal lovers across the country who have been following this case. This morning, the Supreme Court of Canada has issued a decision  related to the Universal Ostrich Farm, dismissing the motion …
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News Category: Animal cruelty, Farm
October 31, 2025At the BC SPCA, we believe every companion animal of any age deserves a place that feels like home. Seniors are often passed over in favor of younger pets, yet they bring so much to the table: calm companionship, a known personality, and the gift of being loved through their golden years. Here are three …
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