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“All I want for Christmas” is protections for all exotic cats!

December 5, 2025

What a year it has been in the animal welfare space! From urging the provincial government to increase the availability and affordability of pet-friendly housing, to pushing for a nation-wide ban on fur farming (after a successful ban on mink farming in B.C.), we couldn’t have done it without the unwavering support of passionate animal …

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Humane dog training takes centre stage: bringing Sandy to life in Annie at Gateway Theatre

The actress playing Annie greets with one of the dogs cast as sandy by shaking their paw.
December 5, 2025

All dogs are unique and wonderful in their own way, but some have an extra special “star quality”. This December, audiences at Gateway Theatre in Richmond will be treated to canine star-power in a new production of Annie, running from December 11 to January 3. While the beloved musical is known for its catchy songs …

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Clearwater breeder convicted of animal cruelty charges

December 4, 2025

On November 21, Bonnie Milligan, a breeder based 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.  Early last year, the BC SPCA investigated complaints of animal cruelty after an individual purchased a dog in concerning condition from Milligan in a parking lot in Kamloops. During the investigation, …

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10 fun facts about donkeys

December 3, 2025

While domestic donkeys are not native to Canada, they have proven to be extremely adaptable to our diverse climate and ways of living. For thousands of years, donkeys have played a vital role in human life. Across many different cultures, they have been used as a primary source of work and transport. In Canada, there are over 6,000 donkeys and …

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