December 5, 2024Natural food sources like insects and nectar-bearing flowering plants are in short supply in winter. Nectar feeders can provide a reliable food source for hummingbirds, but they’re a big commitment. If you commit to winter feeding, you must commit fully. Non-migratory hummingbirds may come to rely on this food source and will suffer if it …
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News Category: Wildlife
December 3, 2024The BC SPCA Kamloops animal centre is currently caring for four adult cats and four kittens and is preparing for 15 to 25 more cats to be surrendered over the coming weeks from the same property. “This happens all too often when a kind person feeds a stray cat. In this case the finders began …
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News Category: Ways to help
December 2, 2024As winter temperatures drop below freezing around the province, many safety issues begin to surface. Learn how to protect your furry family member from seasonal threats. Salt on sidewalks Watch for the salt or sand used on sidewalks, which can get between your dog’s paw pads or toes. Salt and sand irritate the skin and …
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News Category: Pet care
November 28, 2024The BC SPCA has rescued eight llamas, including a four-month-old baby known as a cria, from a property in south Surrey. The llamas were surrendered to the BC SPCA’s care. “An animal control officer was contacted about llamas being at large and possibly abandoned. When they went to the site and saw their condition, they …
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November 27, 2024Following the November 10 closure of the BC SPCA’s Nelson Adoption Centre, announced in late August, the Society is pleased to share the promised community-based services model is now in place and ready to support the City of Nelson and surrounding communities. At the helm of this new model in a Community Services Coordinator role …
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