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More than 30 years of commitment to animals: An exceptional volunteer story

Shawna Willan with cat
January 7, 2020

As 2020 marks the BC SPCA’s 125 anniversary we want to take this opportunity to celebrate all the wonderful people who believe in our mission and work tirelessly to improve animal welfare.  Shawna Willan has always loved animals and is passionate about helping them find loving homes. Willan started supporting the SPCA in the 80s …

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Looking back: Here’s 125 years of advocacy wins

January 6, 2020

“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” – Margaret Mead. It began with a few concerned individuals who were disheartened at the cruel treatment of horses used to haul heavy materials in B.C.’s pioneering days. In 1895, this small, committed …

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Poor Judy is a victim of neglect and needs loving care

Judy the Shih Tzu
January 6, 2020

The BC SPCA’s Nanaimo & District Branch is asking for your help with the costs of surgery for an eight-year-old Shih Tzu named Judy. This little dog was surrendered into SPCA care during a cruelty investigation. “Judy has suffered from an untreated eye infection that has left her completely blind,” says Nanaimo SPCA branch manager …

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A happy new year ahead for 13 puppies adopted from the SPCA

Dudley
December 30, 2019

The first months of life were difficult and painful for 13 Saint Bernard/Great Pyrenees puppies living on a property in northern B.C. Their owner was an aspiring breeder, who could not provide them with adequate food and shelter. The owner reached out to the North Peace SPCA for help and surrendered the puppies. The older …

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Puppy who survived drug overdose enjoying life with new family

puppy
December 29, 2019

  When Bear, an 11-week-old husky puppy, was surrendered to the Vancouver SPCA earlier this year, staff noticed he was not acting like a normal energetic puppy. The vet conducted a toxicity test, which revealed that Bear had high levels of THC in his tiny body.  This puppy received life-saving medical treatment and it took …

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