Leo came in to the shelter rather matted so had a great hair cut and seems pretty proud of how he looks. He will always come out for a cuddle! His coat is slowly growing back and will need gentle grooming. Leo is also a polydactyl which means he has extra toes on each foot. He is very affectionate and laid back. Leo loves the company of other cats.
The numbers are in! The East Kootenay Shelter is proud to announce that our live release rate for 2015 is an amazing 94% for a second year in a row!
This means more animals are finding forever homes. It is often rumoured that the SPCA euthanizes animals that are brought into our care. Nothing could be further than then the truth! We are in the business of saving animals! Our live release rates are much higher than most No Kill Shelters. The small percentages of animals that don’t make it are due to illness that can’t be treated or if the animal is deemed unadoptable due to aggressive behaviour.
Sam Steele Days, The BCSPCA, & Fitness Inc’s Strong Man Classic Raffle
Be sure to purchase your raffle tickets for your chance to win a Flat Screen TV courtesy of Aaron’s and a golf trip for two courtesy of Mountain Spirit Resort and Trickle Creek Golf, $1500 off any sprinkler system from Happy Duck Sprinkler, $1900 advertising package from Summit 107FM. Tickets can be purchased at the shelter, Fitness Inc., Aaron’s and the Chamber of Commerce. All funds raised will go towards the animals of the East Kootenay Branch. Draw date will take place June 18th at the Strongman Classic located at the Sam Steele Days Central Fair Grounds. Thanks a million to Fitness Inc., Aaron’s, Happy Duck Sprinkler, Trickle Creek Golf, Mountain Spirit Spa, and Summit 107FM!
Flopsy is a beautiful young tortoiseshell cat. She is a very affectionate girl! Flopsy is full of energy and loves to play, she is okay with most other cats. Flopsy would be happiest in a home where she is allowed both indoors and outdoors.
10 Minutes to Disaster!
With the temperatures already soaring please leave your pets at home when running errands around town. Dogs (and cats) cool themselves by panting and by releasing heat through their paws. On warm and hot days the air and upholstery in your vehicle can heat up to high temperatures that make it impossible for pets to cool themselves. The risk is real! If it is 26C outside, inside a car, even with the windows cracked, the temperature can reach 37C in 10 minutes and 43C in 20 minutes. If your dog’s temperature reaches 41C cell and organ damage begins to occur. Please leave your animals at home when running out to do errands. If you do spot a dog or any animal in a car on a hot day please call the BCSPCA hotline at 1-855-622-7722 or the local RCMP immediately.
BCSPCA East Kootenay’s Most Wanted Kennel Lock In & Beers For Barks Pub Night
June 2016
Simba is a beautiful young male cat, he is good with most other cats. Simba is an amazing mouser and would do best as an indoor outdoor cat as he loves to be outside. This cat is a bundle of energy! He loves to play and is curious about everything. Simba is sure to keep you entertained and let you know when you are not paying enough attention.
Please watch for details on the BCSPCA locking up the East Kootenay Most Wanted to raise funds for the animals in need! Our goal is to raise $20,000 to go towards medical costs at our shelter. Last year our costs exceeded $85000. This is going to be a great day! Details coming soon!
BCSPCA Recycling Program – Do you have bottles or cans cluttering up your home or shop? Why not donate them to the BCSPCA? Please drop them off at the shelter or give Gail and Richard Balance a call at 250-489-2450 and they will come and pick them up.
Penny is a beautiful young girl. She is a cross breed. Penny is a little shy but soon comes around. She is looking for a home where she can have lots of walks and play time. Penny may suffer from some separation anxiety so would benefit from someone being around a lot with just short periods of time spent alone. She likes bones and treats. She hasn’t worked out how to play yet but is very happy to cuddle up and relax. Penny is spayed and up to date on her vaccinations. Please visit her at the shelter.Diesel is a Yellow lab cross. He has lived peacefully with dogs and cats. Diesel knows his basic commands but does need to work on his walking on a leash. He is a little underweight so we are feeding 3 times a day and he really enjoys his food. So Diesel is looking for an active family that will give him the attention he deserves.
Black Jack has long black fur and is a bundle of fun. He has lots of energy and needs time for long runs and play. He enjoys being around people and other dogs. If you have time, energy and enthusiasm this is the boy for you. Please come and visit Black Jack here at the shelter I guarantee you will fall in love.Mia is looking for her forever home. She has been and is still very loved indeed. She came in to the shelter with her brother and she is the calmer of the two and looks to him for guidance. We are hoping to give her some time away from him and see how she develops. She will benefit from lots of walks as she is a bit overweight.
Munchkin is a 8 year old black and white girl. If you are looking for a cat that is affectionate, friendly, loves to be petted and pampered? This is definitely the cat for you! She is sure to keep you entertained and let you know when you are not paying enough attention. Munchkin is very sociable and affectionate. She will enjoy lots of attention. She has lived happily with other cats, a bird and children.Bobby is a senior Black and white medium hair male. He is looking for a gentle caring new home. Bobby is looking for a home with no children as he likes the quiet life. He is playful on occasion but is fearful with new people. Just needs time and space to adjust.
Duke is a young Shepherd Mastiff cross. He enjoys hanging out with his kennel buddy. Duke enjoys his walks but does need some leash work. He knows some basic commands, sit, come and down. Duke was quite hesitant when he first arrived at the shelter but his confidence is building. He has lived peacefully with cats and dogs.
