June 1, 2019On Father’s Day we celebrate the important role dads play in our lives. Father figures like Uncle Leo are just as vital in helping to raise the next generation. This cat has adjusted well to his new role as a foster dad. His guardian Hailey Kathler was initially worried that Leo might be territorial towards …
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News Category: Pet care
May 30, 2019The BC SPCA executed a warrant on May 29 to seize 15 badly neglected Bichon Frise dogs from a Fraser Valley breeder. The dogs, who range in age from under one year to 14 years, were suffering from a wide range of medical and grooming issues. “The dogs were very badly matted, with urine and …
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News Category: Animal cruelty, Ways to help
May 29, 2019Kelty arrived at the BC SPCA’s West Vancouver Branch with a torn knee ligament, similar to an ACL injury in humans, and needs your help to heal. This adorable 10-year-old dog will be able to enjoy his golden years in a loving home after going through surgery to mend the knee that is causing him …
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May 28, 2019The BC SPCA applauds Vernon City Council for approving an amendment to the city’s bylaws that covers basic standards of care and appropriate housing conditions for animals. “We’re so pleased on behalf of animals in our community to see these changes be approved,” says SPCA Vernon & District branch manager Chelsea Taylor. In the updated …
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News Category: Pet care
May 27, 2019The BC SPCA is warning Port Alberni-area dog owners to ensure their pets are vaccinated against parvovirus after two dogs from the north side of the city were brought into SPCA care suffering from a strong strain of the virus. Parvovirus, or parvo, is a highly contagious and often fatal viral disease that attacks the …
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News Category: Pet care
May 27, 2019The BC SPCA’s West Vancouver Branch is asking members of the public to help Ziggy, a young pug who needs eye surgery. Ziggy is a stray who came to the SPCA with a damaged eye, an ear infection and in need of dental surgery for an overcrowded mouth that makes it difficult for him to …
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