BC SPCA reviewing evidence of possible cockfighting ring
Officials say newly expanded sections of the criminal code that target animal fighting have allowed them to better crack down on the practice. Continue reading
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BC SPCA, RCMP execute raid for possible cockfighting ring at Surrey farm
Cockfighting is a brutal blood sport in which roosters fight each other to death, and carries a maximum penalty of five years in jail. Continue reading
SPCA investigating after trio of dogs found shot dead in Prince George ditch
By Simon Little Online Journalist
The SPCA says all three appear to have been shot in the head, but their bodies have been sent for forensic pathology to learn more. Continue reading
Kelowna SPCA seeking support for pricey procedure for 3-year-old dog
Alice, a three-year-old dog, is in need of surgery to help her walk and run without pain. Continue reading
Nanaimo cat shot 5 times with pellet gun, SPCA launches cruelty investigation
By Simon Little Online Journalist
X-rays showed ‘Mystic’ has a shattered hind leg, and multiple pellets lodged in his body that need surgical removal. Continue reading
Vancouver SPCA issues warning after puppy seriously sickened by pot
By Simon Little Online Journalist
Eleven-week-old puppy Bear became sick after consuming cannabis in Vancouver last week, according to the BC SPCA. Continue reading
BC SPCA appealing for financial help, says costs mounting for seized horses from North Okanagan
The organization says the horses not only suffered from malnutrition, but many required treatment for dental and hoof problems. Continue reading
MLA secures extension to help save Okanagan fawn
However, Dr. Moshe Oz says time is of the essence, as Gilbert the deer is facing euthanasia. Continue reading
Pug puppies, French bulldogs rescued from Vancouver Island breeder recovering in foster care: BC SPCA
By Simon Little Online Journalist
The organization has shared video of four rescued pug puppies that are in foster care until they’re old enough to be adopted. Continue reading
BC SPCA takes in 21 sick French bulldogs and pugs surrendered by breeder
The dogs — which range in age from six weeks to six years — are all in need of costly medical attention. Continue reading