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Dear friend,

Winter is approaching, which means it’s time to take extra care to ensure that your pets are protected from winter hazards such as toxic anti-freeze, poisonous holiday plants and de-icing substances that can harm your pet. As the holidays approach, it’s also time to start thinking about gifts for the animal lovers on your list. Check out our Pawsitive Gifts information below for details on how you can make a life-saving difference for animals this season.

Thank you for your ongoing support!

With appreciation,

Lorie Chortyk
General Manager, Community Relations

PS. You can multiply your impact! Forward this message to friends, family and colleagues.

November 2012
Issue 117

 

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Pet on the Net

 BC SPCA Pet on the Net

Mortimer arrived as an underweight stray at the BC SPCA Vancouver Branch in early October 2012.

Covered in battle wounds, Mortimer looked like he had seen better days.

Learn more about this street cat with a heart of gold…

 


 

 Happy Endings

BC SPCA Happy Ending

Leo and his siblings were surrendered to the BC SPCA Sunshine Coast Branch when his guardian could not find homes for them all.

Now Leo lives a life that a rabbit could only dream of, vacationing in Shuswap, munching on fresh veggies from the garden and hanging out with his new fur-ever family.

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Keep your pets safe this winter

Keep your pets safe this winter

They may have their own fur coats, but your pets need your help to keep them safe from cold weather and holiday hazards.

“Cold-weather conditions can pose a serious risk to your pet,” says Lorie Chortyk, general manager of community relations for the BC SPCA. “Extra caution should be taken to ensure that your pet stays safe and healthy this winter.” Check out these winter pet safety tips for your four-legged friend.

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Give Pawsitive Gifts this holiday season

Give Pawsitive Gifts

Did you know that the BC SPCA offers a whole catalogue of virtual gifts for the animal lovers on your holiday list, ranging from puppy shelter, animal rescue, emergency medical care and more?

Whether it’s for a gift exchange, a hostess gift, stocking stuffers or something extra meaningful for family and friends, you’ll find the perfect gift.

Select your gift from our online catalogue and choose a personalized printable or e-card. This year, take care of your holiday shopping early while making a life-saving difference for animals in need.

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Whistler sled dogs laid to rest

Whistler sled dogs laid to restThe 56 sled dogs at the heart of a tragic animal cruelty case will be laid to rest on Nov. 2 at the BC SPCA’s pet cemetery near Penticton.

The discovery of the mass killing at a Whistler-based sled dog tour company in 2011 sparked international outrage and launched the largest animal cruelty investigation in BC SPCA history. The former general manager of the tour company pleaded guilty to animal cruelty charges in August and will be sentenced later this month.

 

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The last lap – switch to pet-friendly antifreeze

Switch to pet friendly antifreezePicture this. A cat seeks warmth under the car you have just parked in your carport. A small leak from a radiator hose drips antifreeze into a small pool on the concrete. The cat laps up the tablespoon of liquid, attracted by its sweet taste. Untreated, this cat will die of antifreeze poisoning within 24 hours.

Make the switch to non-toxic propylene-based antifreeze, which is safe for both pets and your vehicle.

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Canadian fur farming standards open for comment

Canadian fur farming standards open for commentEach year in Canada, more than 700 thousand mink and fox are farmed for their fur. The Codes of Practice that govern their care and living conditions are now open for public comment.

Don’t miss your opportunity to speak on behalf of these animals and influence their quality of life.

 

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Kids get the news!

Kids get the newsThe BC SPCA has a free monthly email newsletter all about animals – and just for kids! E-Kids News is packed with fun facts on companion animal care, wildlife welfare and farm animal issues.

The newsletter also features youth event information, crafts and activities, contests, happy ending stories and more! Sign up a child you know today and connect them to thousands of other kids who are passionate about making a difference for animals.

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Celebrate with SPCA Certified food products!

Buy SPCA Certified foods

Food is at the heart of holiday celebrations. This year, make your holiday even better by using SPCA Certified meat, poultry, cheese and eggs.

Look through our recipes, and have fun experimenting with new cooking and baking ideas.

Put farm animal welfare at the top of your grocery list by choosing SPCA Certified products found at your local retailer.


Cozy up with wildlife films this fall

Paws and Claws Film Festival

From the comfort of your own home, get cozy with some hot cocoa this blustery fall and enjoy watching a variety of short wildlife films.

The 2012 Paws and Claws Film Festival selected 15 diverse and interesting films on everything from badgers and bison, to ducks and sharks, which are now available for viewing online.

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A special thanks to Petsecure

Petsecure

Petsecure has been a wonderful partner and supporter of the BC SPCA for the past three years.  They provide our adopters with six weeks of free pet insurance and help us promote pet insurance as an important part of responsible animal guardianship.

During this three-year term with us, Petsecure has paid out more than $63,700 in claims. We look forward to our continuing partnership in the years to come. Thank you Petsecure!

 


Pets in the City

Bosley's Pet Food Plus

Get involved to make positive changes for companion animals! Burnaby and Maple Ridge are two of the B.C. communities considering municipal animal bylaw changes.

If you are a resident of Burnaby, please join us in expressing our support to ban the sale of dogs, cats, and rabbits in pet stores. Use our Pets in the City page to send an email to Burnaby or check out what other changes are happening across the province.

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Donor of the month: Chris Stollery and Alana Amaroso-Stollery

Stollery Family

When Chris Stollery and Alana Amaroso-Stollery were married last summer, they were eager to include their rescue dogs and help other animals find homes.  

At the wedding, Chris and Alana asked their guests to make a donation to the BC SPCA if they wanted the newlyweds to kiss (raising $300!) and for their wedding favours, the couple thanked guests for support by making another $300 gift to help animals in need. Thank you and congratulations!

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Paw Patter

Countless animals have served Canada in times of war – even insects.

During the First World War, glow worms helped soldiers by allowing them to read messages and maps in the dark. Rather than lanterns, which would have tipped off the enemy,the worms’ soft blue-green light went undetected.

 


Events coming up this month:

BC SPCA Provincial Online Calendar of EventsBC SPCA Youth Fundraiser (West Vancouver)

Wine for Whiskers (Vernon)

Erin's Kilimanjaro Challenge Pub Night (Surrey)

Whistler Sled Dog Memorial (Penticton)

Let's Talk About Cats (Maple Ridge)

5th Annual BC SPCA Kelowna Gala

Whiskers Wine & Dine...a fetching affair (Richmond)

Paws and Claws Film Festival and Dinner Auction (Victoria)

Bottle Drive for Critters (Port Coquitlam)

Pub Night (Sechelt)

Liberty Wine 6th Annual "Fall into the Market" (Vancouver)

Gifts Galore Extravaganza (Williams Lake)

Youth Workshop: "Careers Helping Critters" (Cowichan), (Maple Ridge), (South Okanagan/Similkameen), (Richmond), (Victoria), (West Vancouver), (Vancouver)

Youth Event: "Creature Craft Club" (Victoria)

Quiz Night (Prince Rupert)

Pet Photos With Santa (Port Coquitlam)

Christmas Craft Fair (Kamloops)

Friends of the SPCA Christmas Sale (Vancouver)

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Our mission is to protect and enhance the quality of life for domestic, farm and wild animals in British Columbia. The Society provides a wide range of services, including cruelty investigations, emergency rescue and treatment, sheltering and adoption of homeless and abused animals, humane education, advocacy, farm animal welfare, spay/neuter programs, and wildlife rescue and rehabilitation.

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