January 11, 2023BC SPCA animal protection officers have seized 13 starving dogs from an individual in Clearwater who was breeding and selling Cane Corso puppies for profit during COVID. Two more emaciated adult dogs on the property were surrendered into BC SPCA custody the day before the seizure. “The condition of these animals was just horrific – …
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News Category: Animal cruelty, Ways to help
January 9, 2023The #BettyWhiteChallenge is back by popular demand! The challenge runs through January 17, marking what would have been Betty’s 101st birthday and honours the actress’s lifelong dedication to animals. Funds raised help provide urgently needed care for puppies like English bulldog mix Golden Girl, named in Betty’s honour, who was found in Richmond unable to …
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January 6, 2023Sunday, January 1, 2023 is a date her new family will never forget – and neither will she! Sugarplum found her forever home on the first day of the New Year and is our first adoption of 2023! Lisa found Sugarplum, now Luna, on the BC SPCA’s website. “She was such a beautiful puppy, we …
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News Category: Adoption
January 6, 2023She was longing for love in Nanaimo and she found it just in time for the holidays! Nacho is a 16-year-old cat who had been in the BC SPCA’s care for 259 days. She was looking for a loving forever home where she could spend her final years, her wish came true! “We are so …
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News Category: Animal Stories
January 5, 2023BC SPCA animal protection officers have removed 63 neglected dogs from an individual in Mission who claimed to be operating a rescue organization. The dogs, who were suffering from a range of medical and behavioural welfare concerns, were examined by veterinarians and are now being cared for at various SPCA locations. The dogs taken from …
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News Category: Animal cruelty, Ways to help
January 4, 2023Winter weather can mean more time spent indoors. It can be a challenge for pet guardians to keep our furry family members entertained. We reached out to our AnimalKind accredited trainers for some easy activities you can do with your dog to help keep them busy and prevent boredom. 1. Snuffle Mats A snuffle mat …
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News Category: Pet care