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Malakai ‘the magic mood booster’ offers calm to clients at a harm reduction clinic

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November 23, 2020

Kelsi Jessamine was not looking for a therapeutic dog when she adopted Malakai from the Vancouver BC SPCA this summer. But the husky-shepherd mix ended up being the perfect medicine for the registered nurse and her clients at a harm reduction clinic in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside. While Malakai isn’t a certified therapy dog (yet) Jessamine …

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BC SPCA warns Chilliwack dog owners about suspected toxic substances in parks

November 20, 2020

The BC SPCA is warning dog owners to keep an eye out for suspicious-looking substances while walking their dogs in local Chilliwack parks. The animal protection society has received four reports of dogs becoming ill after ingesting unknown toxic substances. “The locations we’ve received reports from include Rotary Trail, Peach Park/Peach Road, Vedder Park/Petawawa Road …

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Equine photographer releases book featuring BC SPCA’s rescue horses

November 13, 2020

Equine photographer Leanne Peniuk’s passion for horses is on full display with the release of her new coffee-style book, Rescue Me, which showcases success stories and photographs of rescued horses from British Columbia, including BC SPCA rescue alumni. “Every story in this book inspired me,” says Peniuk. “These horses have endured such hardships in their …

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BC SPCA offers online workshops on Nov. 20 & 27 for kids who love animals

November 12, 2020

Young people who love animals are invited to take part in upcoming virtual workshops being presented by the BC SPCA on Nov. 20 and 27. The workshops, which run from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., are scheduled to coincide with professional development days in school districts across B.C. “We are offering two different workshops on …

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BC SPCA seizes six thoroughbred horses from a Mission property

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November 12, 2020

The BC SPCA is caring for six thoroughbred horses following a seizure from a Mission property. The horses were suffering from malnutrition, dental issues, parasites, skin issues as well as hoof injuries. “In addition to suffering from nutritional and medical issues, the horses were living in substandard conditions, with inadequate shelter, muddy and slippery surfaces …

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