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10 fun facts about cows

July 7, 2023

Cattle (often informally called ‘cows’) are among the most common and well-known farmed animals. People who have spent time with them will likely agree that cows are valuable individuals with unique personalities. Here are ten fun facts about these intelligent animals you may not know! 1. Not all cattle are cows Cattle are often called …

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Update on Pinky! The little fighter with so much heart

July 6, 2023

Of the 21 cats and eight kittens surrendered into the BC SPCA’s care from a property in Powell River, Pinky, a three-month-old, white kitten, was in the worst shape. “She looked terrible,” says Tara Daniels, manager of the BC SPCA’s Powell River animal centre. “Many of the cats were underweight and had eye issues, but …

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Squamish dog training company recognized by the BC SPCA

July 6, 2023

Two Blue Tails Dog Walking and Training, a local company located in Squamish, has received BC SPCA’s AnimalKind accreditation, making it the only company based in the region to hold the accreditation. The company is owned and operated by Squamish resident Hilary Webster. Webster’s interest in dog training began with her own experience as a …

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Richmond dog trainer receives BC SPCA accreditation

July 6, 2023

Richmond company Daisy Dog Training has received BC SPCA’s AnimalKind accreditation, making the company the second in the city to receive the recognition. Owner and trainer Sandy Reichert says, “I am honoured to be a part of the AnimalKind accreditation program and to join other amazing trainers in our common mission of promoting humane, evidence-based …

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BC SPCA thanks Government of B.C. for $12 million in funding for capital plan

June 26, 2023

The Province is providing $12 million in funding to help build BC SPCA shelter replacements in Vancouver, Cowichan, Prince George, and Fort St. John. “We greatly appreciate this significant support from the Province for these four communities where our aging facilities are making the care and protection of vulnerable animals increasingly difficult,” says Marcie Moriarty, …

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