http://www.spca.bc.ca Convio Content Management System Module en-us www.spca.bc.ca-430916505 http://www.spca.bc.ca/news-and-events/news/bc-spca-forms-new-Tisolpartnership.html The B.C. Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals has entered into a new partnership with Tisol Pet Nutrition & Supply Stores. Fri, 17 May 2013 12:33:56 -0500 www.spca.bc.ca-431003283 http://www.spca.bc.ca/news-and-events/news/rodeo-ignores-animal-stress.html A recent article in the Times Colonist outlines the Luxton Pro Rodeo’s refusal to adopt family-friendly Western-style country fair activities at their annual event. Thu, 16 May 2013 18:25:21 -0500 www.spca.bc.ca-430680820 http://www.spca.bc.ca/news-and-events/news/award-winning-campaign-cupcakeday.html In a first-ever national fundraiser benefiting SPCAs and humane societies, National Cupcake Day has raised more than $360,000 across Canada to help animals in need. Thu, 16 May 2013 11:00:18 -0500 www.spca.bc.ca-430658325 http://www.spca.bc.ca/news-and-events/news/pet-store-puppies-plight.html New research published confirms what many people have long suspected: the first few months of a puppy’s upbringing strongly influences the rest of his or her life. Thu, 16 May 2013 08:00:26 -0500 www.spca.bc.ca-426098768 http://www.spca.bc.ca/news-and-events/news/bc-spca-seeks-public-input-to.html The BC SPCA is seeking public input about pressing animal issues facing B.C. communities as it begins a strategic planning process to guide its programs and services from 2014 to 2018. Wed, 15 May 2013 15:49:31 -0500 www.spca.bc.ca-345639027 http://www.spca.bc.ca/news-and-events/news/spca-certified-and-farmers-2.html Farmers’ markets are a perfect way to give your direct support to an SPCA Certified farmer. The BC SPCA’s events calendar includes all the information you need to find a farmers’ market near you. Wed, 15 May 2013 14:22:50 -0500 www.spca.bc.ca-430596806 http://www.spca.bc.ca/news-and-events/news/bc-spca-and-community.html Top officials from The B.C. Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals will be in Powell River on Saturday, May 25 to celebrate the official opening of the region’s first-ever SPCA community animal centre. Wed, 15 May 2013 12:58:05 -0500 www.spca.bc.ca-334763750 http://www.spca.bc.ca/news-and-events/news/unnecessary-orphans.html Patience pays when it comes to handling a wild family who has made your home their home. Mon, 13 May 2013 18:53:09 -0500 www.spca.bc.ca-427320727 http://www.spca.bc.ca/news-and-events/news/Weekend2Adopt.html The BC SPCA is promoting the joy of pet guardianship with its End the Wait campaign, May 24-26 in SPCA branches across B.C. During the weekend, cats, kittens and rabbits can be adopted from a local shelter for half-off the normal adoption fees. Fri, 10 May 2013 08:03:43 -0500 www.spca.bc.ca-324671234 http://www.spca.bc.ca/news-and-events/news/early-bird-lottery-winner.html The BC SPCA would like to congratulate the early bird prize winner in the 2012 BC SPCA Lottery... for the animals. Donald and Helen Romero of Abbotsford won the early bird prize of $5,000, drawn earlier today. Thu, 09 May 2013 11:57:55 -0500 www.spca.bc.ca-424409790 http://www.spca.bc.ca/news-and-events/news/IveBeenLoved.html Celebrate the joy of pet adoption by sharing your pet pictures on Facebook and Twitter! Thu, 02 May 2013 17:12:15 -0500 www.spca.bc.ca-427004418 http://www.spca.bc.ca/news-and-events/news/2013-scotiabank-PawsforaCause.html The BC SPCA is inviting animal lovers to start registering today for the annual Scotiabank & BC SPCA Paws for a Cause walk, being hosted in 34 communities across the province. Thu, 02 May 2013 15:17:06 -0500 www.spca.bc.ca-426642028 http://www.spca.bc.ca/news-and-events/news/pesticides-and-pets.html Each spring, animals face an unnecessary danger: cosmetic pesticides. These chemicals are used to control unwanted weeds and make lawns and gardens more attractive, but it’s increasingly clear that these benefits come at the expense of human and animal health. Thu, 02 May 2013 15:05:47 -0500 www.spca.bc.ca-234496479 http://www.spca.bc.ca/news-and-events/news/celebrate-animals-with-us.html Animals enrich our lives in so many ways. They are a source of comfort, inspiration and enjoyment. So what can we do to thank them? Wed, 01 May 2013 11:01:18 -0500 www.spca.bc.ca-424156669 http://www.spca.bc.ca/news-and-events/news/youre-invited-OpenHouse-2013.html The BC SPCA invites you to visit your local SPCA for an animal-themed day of fun on May 25. Wed, 01 May 2013 06:01:27 -0500 www.spca.bc.ca-425403508 http://www.spca.bc.ca/news-and-events/news/cast-your-vote-with-animals.html Millions of farm, companion and wildlife animals call British Columbia home. None of them get to cast a ballot in the upcoming provincial election on May 14, but you do! Tue, 30 Apr 2013 17:37:54 -0500 www.spca.bc.ca-386198603 http://www.spca.bc.ca/news-and-events/news/a-christmas-miracle.html If you have ever had a beloved pet go missing, you will be touched by Kathy Zozula’s story of being joyfully reunited with her cat Neko earlier this month, more than a year after she disappeared. Thu, 11 Apr 2013 17:31:50 -0500 www.spca.bc.ca-381756713 http://www.spca.bc.ca/news-and-events/news/captain-charges-approved.html The owner of a two-year-old German shepherd who was found wrapped in a bloody blanket inside a Vancouver dumpster on July 18, 2012, entered a guilty plea yesterday in the case. Wed, 10 Apr 2013 14:37:39 -0500 www.spca.bc.ca-387777583 http://www.spca.bc.ca/news-and-events/news/binx-and-beans.html After months of rehabilitation in foster care, Binx, a kitten who was rescued from severe abuse, and Beans, a Yorkshire terrier who was found barely alive in a Burnaby park, are ready for adoption! Sun, 07 Apr 2013 14:42:40 -0500 www.spca.bc.ca-225453847 http://www.spca.bc.ca/news-and-events/news/10-ways-to-help-wildlife.html The BC SPCA is declaring April Wildlife Awareness month and urging the public to become proactive in helping protect and appreciate the diversity of species with which we share the planet. Fri, 05 Apr 2013 17:45:12 -0500