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News - November/December 2008

2008 was a remarkable year for animals in British Columbia, thanks to the tremendous efforts of BC SPCA supporters, staff and volunteers. Click here for a holiday message from the BC SPCA...

• SPCA offers New Year’s resolutions for animal lovers - read the Dec. 31 Press Release

• One of five emaciated horses rescued in Langley dies, despite 24-hour care - read the Dec. 15 Press Release

• Take extra care protecting pets from winter’s wrath - read the Dec. 15 Press Release

• Man charged for shooting dog - read the Dec. 12 Press Release

• Former petting zoo operators charged with animal cruelty - read the Dec. 12 Press Release

• Dog breeder fined, banned from owning animals for 10 years - read the Dec. 11 Press Release

• Emaciated horses surrendered to SPCA after owners arrested - read the Dec. 11 Press Release

• Pets and the Holiday Season - read the Dec. 5 Press Release

• SPCA seizes neglected dogs from suspected puppy mill in Mission - read the Dec. 2 Press Release

• Repeat animal abuser sentenced to jail and prohibited from keeping animals - read the Dec. 2 Press Release

• Woman charged after dog thrown - read the Nov. 28 Press Release

• Man charged in stabbing death of cat - read the Nov. 28 Press Release

• 8 bunnies stolen from Surrey shelter - read the Nov. 18 Press Release

• SPCA strives to send pets 'Home 4 the Holidays' - read the Nov. 17 Press Release

• Help birds make it through winter with flying colours - read the Nov. 13 Press Release

• Nov. 6: Province story filled with errors and inaccuracies - Forgotten Felines vet report posted on line, click here

On this page - Anim@ls E-Newsletter: New spay/neuter clinic announced for Kamloops BC SPCA seeks expressions of interest for Board of Directors We're Pawsitive they'll love it BC SPCA to partner in new Maple Ridge Animal Centre Is there a child in your life who loves animals? Charges pending after dog poisoned with antifreeze Who put the dog out? The truth about cats & dogs Be a humane holiday host or hostess All they want for Christmas is a home Clarification of Province story

November 2008
New spay/neuter clinic announced for Kamloops

The BC SPCA has announced a major initiative to save thousands of animal lives in Kamloops and surrounding regions. Craig Daniell, chief executive officer of the BC SPCA, says the society will open a Spay/Neuter Clinic in Kamloops in the spring of 2009 to help the region deal with its overwhelming pet overpopulation crisis.

The new clinic, which will perform between 3,000 and 4,000 surgeries per year, will be modeled on the BC SPCA's successful Spay/Neuter Clinic in Prince George. Click here for full details...

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November 2008
BC SPCA seeks expressions of interest for Board of Directors

The British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (BC SPCA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to protecting and enhancing the quality of life for domestic, farm and wild animals in B.C. Through its 36 branches and its provincial office located in Vancouver, the BC SPCA provides a wide range of services for nearly 42,000 homeless, injured and abandoned animals around the province.

The BC SPCA is currently accepting expressions of interest from individuals resident in British Columbia wishing to serve a three year term on its volunteer Board of Directors.

The Board of Directors oversees the affairs and business of the BC SPCA and establishes policies, rules and regulations to carry out the obligations and powers of the BC SPCA pursuant to the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act.

Board directors are required to become members of the BC SPCA. In addition, they should demonstrate a commitment to advancing the cause of animal welfare in British Columbia and embrace the integral role of volunteers in accomplishing the mission of the BC SPCA.

Board members must be prepared to attend seven board meetings a year, the majority of which are held in Vancouver, as well as teleconferences as required. Board members are also required to participate in standing committees of the board. Additional information, including a director recruitment profile can be found at www.spca.bc.ca/volunteering/BOD.asp.

Individuals interested in serving on the Board of Directors are requested to .

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November 2008
We're Pawsitive they'll love it

Looking for the perfect and most meaningful gift for the animal lover on your list? This holiday season, you can make your gift-giving Pawsitively rewarding, thanks to the BC SPCA's Pawsitive Gift program, which lets you direct your gift exactly where you want it - from feeding a puppy and neutering a homeless cat to rehabilitating a river otter and investigating animal cruelty. You can even help farm animals by supporting the SPCA Certified program!

In addition to getting your shopping done early, the Pawsitive Gift program also rewards your generosity with a tax receipt. How's that for bringing joy to the world? Click here.

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November 2008
BC SPCA to partner in new Maple Ridge Animal Centre

The BC SPCA and the District of Maple Ridge have announced plans to build a state-of-the-art community animal centre. The new facility, which will be built on the site of the existing Maple Ridge shelter, will be approximately 6,000 square feet and will incorporate modern animal-welfare designs and multi-purpose space for humane education and training programs.

For more information, click here.

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November 2008
Is there a child in your life who loves animals?

A membership in the BC SPCA Kids Club is the perfect gift this season for the young animal lover in your life! Members learn about animal care and welfare and how they can take action to make a difference.

Membership is just $15 a year and includes a membership card and package; four issues of Bark! magazine; monthly e-Kids email newsletters; and opportunities to enter contests to win prizes.

What better way to show your support for animals than to touch the heart and mind of a child?

Click here to order your BC SPCA Kids Club gift membership now!

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November 2008
Charges pending after dog poisoned with antifreeze

Charges of animal cruelty are pending against a Cranbrook man after he allegedly poisoned a neighbour's dog with antifreeze. On Oct. 6, the dog's guardian rushed the Great Pyrenees to a veterinarian after he became seriously ill. Sadly, the dog was diagnosed with kidney failure and was euthanized due to his condition.

"Several neighbours gave us formal statements that the accused had bragged to them about deliberately poisoning the dog," said BC SPCA special constable Eric Enkirch. "We obtained a Criminal Code search warrant and found containers of antifreeze in the accused's possession. He admitted to soaking pieces of meat in antifreeze and leaving it out near the dog, hoping he would eat it," said Enkirch.

Click here for further information.

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November 2008
Who put the dog out?

Dogs are social creatures who need to be part of a family, and banishing them to life on a chain is both cruel and dangerous.

The BC SPCA highlights the plight of tethered dogs and how people can help break the chain of cruelty with new online resources. Click here.

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November 2008
The truth about cats & dogs

If you're you thinking about acquiring a puppy, make the BC SPCA your first adoption option. Why? Because if you choose to purchase a puppy from a pet store, over the Internet or through anyone other than a rescue organization or reputable breeder, you could be inadvertently supporting a puppy mill.

A new SPCA campaign takes aim at puppy-mill cruelty. Click here.

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November 2008
Be a humane holiday host or hostess

At the BC SPCA, we put farm animal welfare at the top of our "wish list" by certifying farms that meet our high standards of humane care. It's easy to support SPCA Certified farmers and enjoy your favourite holiday foods at the same time. Click here for a list of fabulous holiday recipes.

Most farmers markets are winding down at this time of year, but many SPCA Certified products are still available directly from the farm.

For a complete list of our farmers who sell at the farmgate, as well as grocery stores, click here.

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November 2008
All they want for Christmas is a home

BC SPCA branches across the province are busy taking part in the Iams Home 4 the Holidays international adoption campaign, which strives to find homes for a million pets around the world this holiday season.

Families who adopt animals during the campaign, which runs until Dec. 31, will be sent home with adoption starter kits from Iams that include food samples and pet care information. Click here for more details.

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November 2008
Clarification of Province story

You may have read a recent story in the Province newspaper about the BC SPCA seizure of 49 sick cats from an organization called Forgotten Felines. The story contained a number of serious factual errors. For a clarification, please click here.

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