Baking and eating cupcakes has never been so sweet. During the month of February, you can join thousands of fellow animal lovers across B.C. and Canada by hosting a cupcake party at work, home or school to fundraise for animals in need for National Cupcake Day™, celebrated on Feb. 29. It’s a delicious way to ‘bake’ a difference for animals!
The fix is in: February is Spay/Neuter Awareness Month
February is Spay/Neuter Awareness Month and the BC SPCA is calling on all British Columbians to take action and help end pet overpopulation throughout the province. While there has been a significant decline in the number of unwanted companion animals, there are still so many more, and prevention through sterilization is the most effective and human solution that helps save lives.
What does ‘certified organic’ mean for animal welfare?
The revised Canadian Organic Standard, which outlines required practices for certified organic farmers in Canada, was published in November. The new standard saw improvements for animal welfare: for example, organic dairy farmers can no longer use tie stalls for lactating cows in new or renovated barns. What else does that label mean for farm animals? Read on to find out.
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It can be a smelly situation when Fido gets sprayed by a skunk. Find out how you can help your furry companion with a helpful Tip Tuesday story and video.
Mia is a sweet, affectionate, senior cat looking for her new forever home. She is friendly with other cats and has lived with a dog. Come meet Mia and see why older cats are the best!
Once an unclaimed stray dog with an uncertain future, Laney, now known as Abbey, meets the match of her lifetime. Read his heartwarming "tail" of love, determination and companionship.
With a new federal government in place, it’s time for Canadians to check in with our parliamentarians and ask our MPs to show Canadian animals some love! Tell your MP to support important animal issues such as ending the importation and sale of cat and dog fur in Canada.
Horses were still the primary mode of transportation when Mary Colman first supported the BC SPCA a hundred years ago, and in 2016, we celebrate her 30th year as a PAW Plan monthly supporter! Learn more about Mary and her unwavering support for animals.
The British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (BC SPCA) is a non-profit organization funded primarily by public donations. Our mission is to protect and enhance the quality of life for domestic, farm and wild animals in British Columbia. BC SPCA Charitable Registration No. BN 11881 9036 RR0001
