Tag: BC SPCA

Shattered Peace: beloved family dog fatally shot in broad daylight in PG

Community Brendan Pawliw - September 2, 2026

Arlo was rushed to a veterinary clinic where it was pronounced dead and confirmed he had been shot.

BC SPCA urge pets owners to take precaution during air quality advisories

Health Kate Brown - August 10, 2026

The BC SPCA is urging pet owners to take precautions during air quality advisories to keep animals comfortable during wildfire season.

Universal free contraception coverage a “huge win” for B.C., say study authors

Health Emily Joveski - June 13, 2026

A new study found B.C.’s universal contraception program has sharply reduced out-of-pocket costs for patients, with young adults seeing the biggest savings.

B.C. SPCA warns owners to leave pets at home as temperatures soar this weekend

Community Emily Joveski - June 12, 2026

As temperatures in parts of B.C. are expected to climb into the low 30s this weekend, the B.C. SPCA is urging people not to leave pets in vehicles and is reminding the public how quickly animals can suffer in the heat.

BC SPCA offers tips to prevent accidental “fawn-nappings” this spring

SPCA Darin Bain - March 29, 2026

The BC SPCA says they receive calls about "orphaned" deer fawns hiding in backyards every May and June, and even sometimes people bringing fawns to Wild ARC, thinking they are rescuing them.

BC SPCA puts on free parvovirus vaccine clinic in PG after reports of virus in the community

Community Darin Bain - February 22, 2026

"Parvo is such a scary virus, especially for unvaccinated dogs and puppies. It spreads very quickly with transmission happening both through other infected dogs but also sometimes through contaminated environments," said Senior Manager of Community Services Jamey Blair.

Free canine parvo virus clinic being held in PG tomorrow

Community Brendan Pawliw - February 13, 2026

The clinic is being held at the Spay and Neuter Clinic on 1909 Queensway Avenue from 11am to 5pm.

B.C. SPCA Food Bank program assisting animals within Cariboo North region

Community Brendan Pawliw - November 25, 2025

In addition to any physical donations received, the organization includes a dedicated amount in its annual budget for purchasing food and other supplies for the pet food bank program.

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SPCA seeking charges after finding dog in northern BC with severe injury

Crime Zachary Barrowcliff - November 14, 2025

The BC SPCA is recommending animal cruelty charges after a golden retriever mix was found with damage to the neck.

Traveling with pets? Keep them secured, says ICBC and BC SPCA

Community Darin Bain - July 5, 2025

ICBC and the BC SPCA are reminding drivers of the importance of keeping four-legged passengers secure this summer.

Dog recovering with new family after bear encounter in Northern B.C.

Community Darin Bain - July 4, 2025

A brave dog is now living the good life after a bear encounter in Northern B.C.. "Rocky came into the...

Prince George SPCA has arms open for rescues of Penticton evacuation

News Dione Wearmouth - August 20, 2020

Rescued animals of the Penticton SPCA are being transferred out of the area, and the Prince George SPCA is...

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Carrier Lumber under the microscope: Forest Practices Board to begin regional audit

Business October 13, 2026

Operations being audited are within approximately 100 kilometres of Prince George, extending from Bear Lake in the north to Penny in the east, Hixon in the south and the Stuart River to the west. The licence has an allowable annual cut of approximately 187,000 cubic metres.

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