November 2, 2018Lonely, tethered and without adequate outdoor shelter: it’s what one young dog in the Capital Regional District experienced before finally receiving the much-needed protection and care he desperately needed. This was thanks to a team effort between concerned citizens, BC SPCA special constables, and one municipality’s bylaw officers. What’s more, the persistence of those involved …
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November 2, 2018What better way to spend your holiday than extending the holly jolly cheer to all creatures, big and small? Compassionate gifts that give twice, your donation to the animals will be put to work immediately to support the BC SPCA’s lifesaving work. Ask for donations instead of gifts For the person who can’t think of …
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November 1, 2018Gary Kenneth Bob of Lantzville has been banned from owning or having custody of an animal for five years and fined $250 after allowing his terrier-cross dog to suffer from a near-fatal flea infestation. The senior dog, named Rascal, was suffering from severe blood loss due to thousands of fleas when he was seized by …
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October 30, 2018There’s no doubting little Sylvester’s resilience: this four-month-old kitten has already been through so much in such a short period of time. That’s why staff at the BC SPCA’s East Kootenay Branch hope you’ll be able to help this little guy heal. Donate Now » “When Sylvester first came into our care, it was apparent …
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October 17, 2018Many of us will blink our eyes without thinking, but for one dog in the West Kootenays, just one blink can be a struggle. Staff at the BC SPCA’s West Kootenay Branch are hoping you’ll help them help Odin, a sweet, one-year-old shar-pei mix get the surgery he needs so he can see without pain. …
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October 5, 2018The BC SPCA has been coping with a massive intake of cats and kittens right across the province, including 111 cats surrendered to the BC SPCA’s South Okanagan Similkameen Branch in Penticton. “A total of 111 cats and kittens came in from the same owner, at a location in the 3600-block of Airport Road in …
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