July 26, 2021The BC SPCA is encouraging horse guardians to plan ahead in the event of a disaster, such as wildfires, floods, power outages or earthquakes. Good planning can make all the difference in an emergency. This disaster preparedness checklist outlines key things you will need to ensure your horses are safe if a disaster strikes. …
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News Category: Farm
February 8, 2021The Code of Practice for the Care and Handling of Goats is being updated for the first time in 16 years. There are over 230,000 goats in Canada, and while some goats are pets, the majority are raised commercially for dairy, meat and fibre (mohair/wool). “Updating the Code of Practice is a key way to advance goat welfare in Canada. This …
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August 26, 2020A recent dog attack in Coquitlam in which a group of off-leash dogs wearing shock collars attacked a smaller dog has led the BC SPCA to issue a warning about the use of shock collars. In reference to the recent incident, Dr. Karen van Haaften, senior manager of behaviour and welfare for the BC SPCA …
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News Category: Pet care
April 8, 2020Last week we asked for you to share with us how you and your furry friends were holding up at home. We’re happy to say we received a ton of entries, there are a lot of happy pups and felines out there. To celebrate our companions who are helping us get through self-isolation, we’ve picked …
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April 2, 2020The BC SPCA has been advocating for the protection of wild cats for decades, especially for exotic cats who have been bred and sold as pets and for public display. Lately, exotic cats have been trending for all the wrong reasons and we want to answer your questions to help protect these majestic animals in …
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News Category: Wildlife
March 23, 2020We know our four-legged friends make our hearts happy, but did you know that they can also keep us heart-healthy? During this time of self isolation, our pets are especially important to the health of our hearts and minds. A recent review by Mount Sinai endocrinologist Dr. Caroline Kramer found that dog ownership was linked …
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News Category: Adoption