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Join the BC SPCA with a monthly gift, and help us create sustainable plans for animal care, education and rescue. Monthly giving is easy, convenient and flexible - and, with fewer administrative costs it means more money goes to help animals in need.
Do you have bored kids underfoot? There is still space in many of the BC SPCA summer day camps around the province!
“Kids tell us it is the best summer camp they have ever attended,” says Leiki Salumets, BC SPCA education coordinator.
Space is still available in many locations: Nanaimo, Penticton, Kelowna, Victoria, Surrey, West Vancouver, Richmond, Abbotsford, Maple Ridge, Port Coquitlam, Surrey and Vancouver. Register today!
Municipalities urged to hop on board plan to prevent rabbit overpopulation
The University of Victoria is moving ahead with plans to cull most of the 1,600 rabbits currently occupying its campus, despite the BC SPCA’s plea to have the university consider more creative non-lethal methods to address the problem. The BC SPCA has no legal authority to stop the cull.
"This problem is caused by the irresponsible sale and abandonment of rabbits,” says animal welfare manager Geoff Urton.
“Municipalities need to enact bylaws immediately that regulate rabbit sales." You can help by asking Greater Victoria municipalities to comply.
German shepherd gets new leash on life
Sage, a young German shepherd confined to a filthy bathroom in Boston Bar 24 hours a day, has a new leash on life with a loving family after being rescued by SPCA cruelty investigators.
Sage’s former owner, Delbert Margetts, has been charged with animal cruelty. Read the full news item online.
Your summer BBQ isn’t complete without SPCA Certified meat! SPCA Certified farmers follow BC SPCA-developed standards of welfare and offer a range of high quality meats perfect for summer BBQs. Top off your burger with award-winning cheese from Little Qualicum Cheeseworks, SPCA Certified since 2005. Products are available direct from the farm and at stores across B.C.
Public opinion sought on wildlife in B.C.
Pollution, climate change, human encroachment...
Wildlife have to navigate many harms, including the impacts of direct or indirect and intentional or unintentional activities that can greatly affect their conservation and welfare.
What is your view? Researchers at UBC want to understand what British Columbians know, believe and value about wildlife. Learn more here about how to participate in this confidential survey.
Now, he joins Sarah McLachlan as a voice for abused animals through our widely acclaimed television commercial aimed at increasing awareness and raising much-needed funds to support homeless, injured and abused animals. Thank you, Jason!
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Did you know that the temperature inside a parked car at this time of year can climb to well above 38 degrees Celsius (100 degrees Fahrenheit)? This is hot enough to seriously harm your dog. Learn how you can keep your pet safe in the heat.
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