Tag: BC SPCA

Stray animals will no longer be picked up by bylaw officers in Quesnel.

The BC SPCA is urging pet owners to take precautions during air quality advisories to keep animals comfortable during wildfire season.

A new study found B.C.’s universal contraception program has sharply reduced out-of-pocket costs for patients, with young adults seeing the biggest savings.

As temperatures in parts of B.C. are expected to climb into the low 30s this weekend, the B.C. SPCA is urging people not to leave pets in vehicles and is reminding the public how quickly animals can suffer in the heat.

The BC SPCA says they receive calls about "orphaned" deer fawns hiding in backyards every May and June, and even sometimes people bringing fawns to Wild ARC, thinking they are rescuing them. 

The BC SPCA seized 13 miniature dachshunds from what they say is "an irresponsible breeder" located between 100 Mile House and Clearwater. The SPCA says all the dogs were in considerable medical condition, but are now receiving attention and care at a BC SPCA centre.

The BC SPCA is recommending animal cruelty charges after a golden retriever mix was found with damage to the neck.

As summer road trips roll in across the province, ICBC and BC SPCA have one reminder for drivers: don't forget about your four-legged passengers.