July 11, 2023Before adopting a rabbit, it is important to know the amount of effort and work that goes into these furry friends on a daily basis. Regular care, attention and enrichment is key to a rabbit’s life, so read below on all the items you’ll need! Space & Enclosures Rabbits need lots of space to roam …
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News Category: Pet care
July 7, 2023He was one of the faces of the BC SPCA’s evacuation from Fort St. John. PJ was a tiny, black, and white kitten who was in the BC SPCA’s care when the order came down to leave the area because of an uncontrolled wildfire. In total, staff and volunteers worked quickly to evacuate 21 animals …
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News Category: Animal Stories
July 7, 2023B.C.’s amateur wildlife photographers made it tough for the judges of the BC SPCA’s 15th annual Wildlife-in-Focus photography contest to pick the top three winners in each of two categories! In addition to the top picks, there were also spectacular photos that received honourable mentions, plus the People’s Choice Award. Participants competed in two categories: …
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News Category: Events
July 6, 2023Of the 21 cats and eight kittens surrendered into the BC SPCA’s care from a property in Powell River, Pinky, a three-month-old, white kitten, was in the worst shape. “She looked terrible,” says Tara Daniels, manager of the BC SPCA’s Powell River animal centre. “Many of the cats were underweight and had eye issues, but …
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News Category: Animal Stories
July 6, 2023Two Blue Tails Dog Walking and Training, a local company located in Squamish, has received BC SPCA’s AnimalKind accreditation, making it the only company based in the region to hold the accreditation. The company is owned and operated by Squamish resident Hilary Webster. Webster’s interest in dog training began with her own experience as a …
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News Category: Awards and accreditation
July 6, 2023Richmond company Daisy Dog Training has received BC SPCA’s AnimalKind accreditation, making the company the second in the city to receive the recognition. Owner and trainer Sandy Reichert says, “I am honoured to be a part of the AnimalKind accreditation program and to join other amazing trainers in our common mission of promoting humane, evidence-based …
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News Category: Awards and accreditation