Category: Animal custody appeal
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Decision: Chandler v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Appeal of seizure and costs regarding four dogs, two goats, and one cat in Quesnel due to unsanitary living conditions, untreated medical issues including a goat with a broken leg and a dog with dental problems, and inadequate veterinary care.
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Preliminary decision: Davison v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
An appeal concerning the seizure of one dog. The appeal was dismissed following the appellant’s withdrawal.
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Decision: Balcilek v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Appeal of seizure regarding 77 cats in Squamish due to inadequate space, poor ventilation, unsanitary conditions, and untreated medical issues including eye, nose, and ear discharges, and reproductive concerns. The cats were kept in two motorhomes with high ammonia levels and insufficient litter boxes.
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Decision: Harris v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Appeal of seizure regarding one dog in Abbotsford due to conditions including physical abuse, malnourishment, and distress. The dog exhibited signs of anxiety, fear, and physical discomfort, and was observed being mistreated by the appellant.
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Decision: Booker v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Appeal of seizure and costs regarding one horse in Chilliwack due to conditions including being underweight, untreated parasite infestation, and overgrown hooves. The horse was kept with inadequate shelter and was at risk from being housed with a stallion.
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Decision: McAnerin v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Appeal of seizure regarding two dogs in Baker Creek due to conditions including inadequate shelter, unsanitary living conditions, and neglect. The dogs were found in undersized crates with poor ventilation and had untreated medical issues such as overgrown nails and fleas.
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Decision: Foulds v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Appeal of seizure and costs regarding 67 dogs and puppies, 27 horses, and 3 cats in Princeton due to conditions including inadequate food, water, shelter, unsanitary conditions, untreated medical issues, and malnutrition. The animals exhibited various health issues, and there was a history of past seizures by the BC SPCA.
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Decision: Taboulinskaia v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Appeal of seizure and costs regarding three dogs in Vancouver due to conditions including inadequate shelter, unsanitary living conditions, lack of food and water, and untreated medical issues such as overgrown nails and dental problems. The dogs exhibited aggressive behaviour and were kept in a small apartment with insufficient care.
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Practice directive on document disclosure for PCAA appeals
Sets out approved methods for parties to deliver documents and evidence in animal custody appeals.
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Decision: E.M. v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Appeal of seizure and costs regarding 17 cats, 1 dog, and 8 chickens in Duncan due to unsanitary living conditions, untreated medical issues including upper respiratory infections, roundworms and flea infestations, and malnutrition. The appellant had a history of past seizures by the BC SPCA.