News Items tag as: Animal Rescue

BC SPCA seizes 43 German shepherds from neglectful breeder
August 01, 2024 - 12:30 PM

Animal protection officers seized 43 German shepherds from an abusive breeder southeast of Prince George.
Beagles used for testing in labs will feel sunshine for first time in Kelowna
April 12, 2024 - 6:00 PM

A charity has rescued 10 beagles from laboratories and plans to set them up with loving homes in Kelowna.
Shuswap llama sanctuary getting ready to welcome cats
April 06, 2024 - 6:00 AM

A llama sanctuary in the Shuswap is expanding its operations and will soon be taking in cats.
Llama sanctuary rescues four, seeks support for rehabilitation and adoption
March 02, 2024 - 7:00 AM

Tappen's Llama Sanctuary has just rescued four llamas and is encouraging sponsors to donate and visitors to come to the sanctuary to help them out on their road to recovery.
Emaciated dog found in North Okanagan woods finds forever home
January 05, 2024 - 3:30 PM

Fish, a dog rescued by the BC SPCA animal centre in the Shuswap, has just found his forever home and is happy as ever.
Elderly dog in rough shape found wandering alone recovering in Kelowna
December 01, 2023 - 10:35 AM

A seven-year-old black Labrador retriever was found wandering in the West Kootenay recently and was found to be in serious need of dental surgery.
Volunteers picking up pieces after Vernon SPCA's withdrawal
November 20, 2023 - 7:30 AM

Local rescue organizations are preparing to step up and close the gaps now that Vernon SPCA Animal Centre has announced its closure.
Housing crisis in Okanagan impacting humans and their pets
November 18, 2023 - 6:00 PM
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Many people are facing hardships due to the housing crisis in the Okanagan and pets are feeling the effects.
BC Mounties always get their... alpaca?
November 10, 2023 - 7:00 PM

Cops get called for all sorts of adventures and that includes, apparently, herding livestock.
Eddie the alpaca in high spirits after rescue by Shuswap sanctuary
October 10, 2023 - 1:01 PM

A neglected alpaca is on the mend after arriving at the Llama Sanctuary in the Shuswap and receiving much needed care, including a major hair cut.
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