BC SPCA
What was the first animal helped by the BC SPCA?
A horse!
What are the names of the two cats we got to interact with in the shelter?
Ruby and Nike
Which farmed animal uses mud as sunscreen?
Pigs!
What animals do we help at the BC SPCA?
Domestic animals (pets)
Farmed animals
Wild animals
What happens in the animal intake room?
Health checks - check for any injuries, give the animal medication, weigh the animal, check for microchip
Which farmed animals have friends they prefer to play with?
Cows, horses, pigs, and chickens!
What are two of the five freedoms?
Freedom from hunger & thirst
Freedom from pain, injury & disease
Freedom from distress
Freedom from discomfort
Freedom to express natural behaviours
What are two different items that can be donated to the BC SPCA?
Pet food, pet treats, toys, blankets, towels, and more!
How many BC SPCA barns are there?
Three!
What is the wildlife rehabilitation centre on Vancouver Island called?
WildARC
What are two things you (and your family) need to consider before adopting a pet?
Time (how long the animal lives, how much time it takes to do certain tasks like cleaning litter boxes, etc.)
Money (the adoption cost, vet costs, food, toys, etc.)
What label should we look for on food (eggs, meat, and dairy products)?
Certified organic
What does BC SPCA stand for?
British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
How many cats can be at the West Kootenay Animal Centre at a time?
18 cats!
What's the difference between free run and free range?
Free Run: Animals are raised cage-free and indoors. This label is only applicable to egg-laying hens in Canada
Free Range: Animals are raised cage-free with outdoor access, weather permitting, but does not guarantee suitable or usable pasture or guarantee a certain amount of time outdoors.