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Exotic pets on the loose

January 23, 2024

What happens when someone can no longer keep their exotic pet? Unlike cats or dogs, exotic pets can’t be brought to just any animal shelter. Many shelters don’t have the facilities or expertise necessary to provide for their needs. Few rescue groups take in exotic animals, and those that do are often already at capacity. …

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BC SPCA seizes seven dogs from snowy, freezing conditions

January 19, 2024

The BC SPCA has seized seven dogs from a property in Cherryville: two four-year-old standard poodles, a five-year-old Australian shepherd, a four-year-old cocker spaniel and three five- month-old Australian shepherd poodle mix puppies. “A concerned citizen called our animal helpline about the living conditions of these dogs,” says Eileen Drever, senior protection officer and stakeholder …

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Severely injured dog cries for help on isolated stretch of highway

January 17, 2024

Honey, a two-year-old pit bull terrier mix, was seriously injured and laying on the side of Highway 16 in Fort St. James, unable to move. Thankfully, her cries for help were heard by a Good Samaritan who stopped their car to investigate and brought her to the BC SPCA’s North Cariboo animal centre in Prince …

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Update: Peggy the stray cat with severely fractured front leg finds forever home!

January 5, 2024

It is hard to believe how much Peggy’s life has changed in just a few short weeks. In early December, a Good Samaritan saw her limping horribly and brought her to a local cat rescue. Because of her injury, she was surrendered to the BC SPCA’s Kamloops animal centre where she would receive the veterinarian …

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