Feeding wildlife can do more harm than good.
Huckleberry, Siya, and Raspberry
A huge thank you to the 1st Vernon Girl Guides for their wonderful donation of DIY supplies! This amazing, kind-hearted group of youths hand-crafted all sorts of toys and fun things for the animals in care to play with.
Please enjoy this video of Jeff enjoying one of the incredible hand-made snuffle mats (Jeff is an expert snuffler, we recommend sound on!):
Today may be National Sugar Cookie day, but sugar cookies got nothin' on our Thomas here!
If this is your first time seeing #TerrificThomas, you may be wondering who this ADORABLE young man is! Well, Thomas is a 3 1/2 year old Sharpei, Mastiff cross who has been in our care for 174 days. 😲
We think that's 173 days too long! Just look at his adorable scrunchable face!
He is looking for a home where he will be the only fur baby so he can always be center of attention.
We are hoping with his own hashtag, #TerrificThomas, he can find his very own home!
Please share far and wide!
adopt.spca.bc.ca/pets/480300/
You might be ready to train your dog to walk on a loose leash, but are they?
Get tips for getting your dog ready for loose leash training by AnimalKind accredited trainer Vanessa Kursan (Evolve Dog Training Inc. .) Vanessa walks you through how to teach your dog to focus on you and get them into position so they are ready for training as much as you are.
Towards the end of the video, Lynn Gagnon of Stoked Dogs - Dog Training ogs shares helpful information on when to start your loose leash walk to make it a success!
You can find all the tips and information shared in the past two weeks in one place at https://animalkind.ca/all-about-leash-walking/
Is dog pulling causing you stress? This on is for you!
Training your dog to walk on a loose leash is possible and, in some cases, simpler than you might think.
Watch AnimalKind dog trainer Stephanie Champagne of Wild Tails as she demonstrates a basic 2-step method that will help you teach your dog to walk on a loose leash and turn daily walks into a happy and relaxed event everyone enjoys.
Find more tips and learn about loose leash walking, including how to train your puppy to walk on a leash at https://animalkind.ca/all-about-leash-walking/
Do you have the right equipment for loose leash training? According to dog trainer Maren Bruun of Paw In Hand , there are 3 essentials for loose leash walking: a long leash, a well-fitted harness and a treat pouch. But before you go to buy a harness, note that not all harnesses are created equal. In this video, watch AnimalKind accredited trainer Lynn Gagnon of Stoked Dogs - Dog Training explain why considering a two-attachment point harness is a good idea. Then, learn how to properly fit a harness following the steps by dog trainer Lisbeth Plant of Cowichan Canine Behaviour & Training Ltd.
Check out all the information you need about loose leash training at https://animalkind.ca/all-about-leash-walking/
📣 Puppy pawrents working on leash training! Watch this video treat for #nationaldogweek on how to train your puppy to walk on a leash. AnimalKind accredited dog trainer Valerie Barry (Dog Partners rs) walks you through the first steps of loose leash training a puppy, followed by Julia Lomb (Neighborhound Dog Training ) who demonstrates "the following exercise," which you will make you want to start leash training your dog right away!
Going for a walk with a dog who pulls on the leash can be frustrating. So start early with these helpful tips on loose leash training: https://animalkind.ca/all-about-leash-walking/
Here is a scenario you might be familiar with:
Your dog pulls on the leash. You pull back. They pull forward. You eventually follow them, and ta-da! Your dog learns pulling does take them where they want to go.
So, how can you stop the cycle? AnimalKind trainers Carol Millman (Wag the Dog) and Heather Fox (Proud of My Dog) share methods and activities that help you stop your dog from pulling in a fun and effective way!
Check out more training advice about loose leash walking at https://spca.bc.ca/news/stop-dog-from-pulling-on-leash/
#nationaldogweek
Adoptable Biscuit is hopping in to let you know that our Vernon branch is closed today for staff training. Regular business hours will resume tomorrow.
If you are interested in adopting this handsome boy, submit an online application:https://spca.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/BC_SPCA_Rabbit_Matching_survey.pdf
🤔 Have you heard the term balanced training? Balanced training describes training that uses both rewards and aversive methods like physical punishment. That means balanced training uses tools and methods that cause pain and fear in dogs.
Is balanced training more effective? No. Compared to a reward-based approach, balanced training is not more effective.
Learn the differences between balanced training and reward-based training at https://animalkind.ca/balanced-training-vs-reward-based.../
#animalkind
World Veterinary Day!
It's #WorldVeterinaryDay! Today we applaud, woof, meow, chirp, oink and neigh for all the incredible veterinarians and their teams who continue to perform life-saving work to protect our families during these uncertain times.
Do you know an awesome vet you want to acknowledge? Tag them and let them how much you appreciate their help in the comments ❤️.
BC SPCA Lottery for animals
It's baaaaaaack! The BC SPCA Lottery for animals is here and it's bigger than ever. Since the 50/50 SOLD OUT last year, we have increased it to a whopping $300,000 pot!
Get your ticket now!
https://lottery.spca.bc.ca/
When you play, the animals always win.
Know your limit, play within it. 19+
Pudding and Scotch have been waiting for 40 days to find their new forever home, could you be their perfect match? These beautiful ladies love munching on fresh greens and long afternoon naps. For more information check out our website or visit the Vernon & District Branch.
Meet Bryan, Bob and Jannis! These adorable three month old siblings are super sweet and playful.
Stop by the BC SPCA Vernon & District Branch to meet them, they're just waiting for somene to take them home and play with them!
#adoptdontshop #BCSPCA #kittensplaying
Pluto's Treat
Ready for your daily dose of adorable? Check out one of our adoptable rats, Pluto, enjoying a blueberry! Pluto and his brother Neptune are currently looking for their forever home. Come visit them Tuesday - Saturday 12-4pm!
*UPDATE* - Feb 21/17 - Zak has been adopted!! :)
Border Collies are working dogs who have often been used for herding livestock on farms and ranches. They are highly intelligent and need homes that can properly stimulate them. Meet adoptable Zak, he is looking for his perfect match; in the mean time he has found himself a job here at the shelter as our toy tidying extraordinaire! Please share his story and help us find him his perfect match!
Meet Joe! This playful boy always meets you with a toy in his mouth and full body wags! Joe is looking for an adult family that can give him plenty of exercise and playtime, he would prefer to be the only dog in the household but would likely tolerate an easy going female. Check out this adorable video of Joe playing his favorite game of keep away
Leelo is loving all the warm weather; especially because she gets to lounge in her pool! Check out this video of her playing in the water looking for just the right ball to play fetch with <3 #LovableLeelo
