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Keeping the coast clear

Sea turtle swimming with plastic bag in mouth
May 6, 2025

In preparation for World Ocean Day, which is celebrated every year on June 8, learn about risks to aquatic environments and how you can prevent them. World Ocean Day commemorates and acknowledges all that the ocean provides us with. The ocean, which covers 70 percent of the earth’s surface, produces at least 50 percent of …

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Abused puppy seized by BC SPCA animal protection officer

May 1, 2025

Animal Protection officers seized a six-month-old cocker spaniel puppy in Kelowna after receiving reports of alleged physical abuse. “The investigating officer was informed the puppy was being kept in a crate in a closet,” says Eileen Drever, BC SPCA senior officer protection and stakeholder relations. “This puppy endured both physical and psychological abuse. She was …

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BC SPCA investigation results in an irresponsible breeder surrendering four Ragdoll kittens and four adult cats in shocking condition

April 23, 2025

The BC SPCA has taken custody of eight Ragdoll kittens and adult cats surrendered to an animal protection officer from a property in Nanaimo on April 10, 2025. “This case of neglect was brought to our attention by an individual who   purchased a kitten from a local breeder,” says Eileen Drever, the BC SPCA’s …

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