November 3, 2024Winter is already a harsh season for wild animals, and we can unknowingly add to their troubles. Activities like snowmobiling, heliskiing, or even just skiing and snowboarding can disturb wildlife, forcing animals to search out new places to eat and rest at a critical time when they are already under stress. Outdoor activities Before you …
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News Category: Wildlife
November 1, 2024She was heavily pregnant at the time of her rescue. Ellie, a pit bull mix, was seized by BC SPCA animal protection officers along with two other dogs named Sugar and Henry. The dogs were living in a home infested with rats, the floors covered in dog feces and urine. An x-ray determined that Ellie …
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News Category: Ways to help
November 1, 2024In the bustling world of our BC SPCA Animal Centres, stories of resilience and love often appear, reminding us of the transformative power of adoption. One such story comes from the BC SPCA Burnaby Animal Centre, where a spirited one-year-old Pitbull named Knuckles captured hearts, overcame challenges, and finally found the perfect forever home. Knuckles …
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News Category: Adoption, Animal Stories
November 1, 2024The BC SPCA generally doesn’t recommend feeding wildlife – but what about bird feeders? Backyard bird feeding is the most widespread and popular form of human-wildlife interaction worldwide – but did you know that bird feeders are a common place for birds to get sick? Wild ARC commonly admits birds suffering from conjunctivitis – an …
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November 1, 2024Lucky and Charm, two Labrador retriever mixes, had a tough start to life. Found as strays near Prince George, British Columbia, both dogs were in pain, with porcupine quills stuck in their faces. But thanks to a kind stranger, caring veterinarians, and the BC SPCA, their story has a happy ending. Today, both Lucky and …
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News Category: Animal Stories