August 2, 2024It is hard to forget the photos of the badly matted poodle-mix dogs as they were being assessed at the BC SPCA’s Kelowna animal centre. Thirty-one dogs in total were surrendered by an irresponsible breeder in Clearwater after they were found living in a dark building without adequate heating, bedding or veterinary care. One of …
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News Category: Animal Stories
August 2, 2024Patio season is here, and many breweries, restaurants, and cafes have welcoming decks and outdoor spaces where dogs can hang out with their guardians. But bringing your dog along to these places is only a good idea if you know your dog will enjoy it as much as you would. We asked AnimalKind accredited dog …
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August 1, 2024BC SPCA animal protection officers have seized 31 adult German shepherds and 12 puppies from an irresponsible breeder who was housing them on a property southeast of Prince George. “The conditions these dogs were living in were horrible,” says Marcie Moriarty, the BC SPCA’s Chief protection and outreach services. “The plywood floors in their outdoor …
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News Category: Animal cruelty, Ways to help
July 26, 2024Summer has us flocking to backyard swimming pools to cool down and beat the heat. We are not the only ones drawn to pools to cool down — bodies of water are also attractive to wild animals. Unfortunately, pools can be dangerous to wildlife, particularly small animals, when they find themselves stuck with no way …
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July 26, 2024Many dog guardians can relate to the difficulties of living with dogs who bark too much. Excessive barking can affect you, your neighbours, and for some, even your work. Stopping your dog from barking is an important skill to develop. Here is how: Understand why your dog barks The first step to stop those noisy …
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