Category: Animal custody appeal
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Procedural decision: Moller v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Procedural decision regarding the appellant’s request for summonses for 17 individuals to testify in an appeal concerning the seizure of cats and kittens. The presiding member issued summonses for two individuals, finding their testimony relevant to the issues of distress and the return of the animals.
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Decision: Marleau v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Appeal of seizure and costs regarding 2 pigs, 1 calf, 1 llama, 4 horses, and 1 dog in Mission due to conditions including inadequate food, water and shelter, unsanitary living conditions, untreated medical issues such as lice and skin irritations, and hazards like debris and exposed nails.
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Decision: Marleau v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Appeal of seizure and costs regarding 23 farm animals and a dog in Vancouver due to conditions requiring removal and care by the BC SPCA. Both parties requested that BCFIRB reassess the care costs awarded in an earlier decision.
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Decision: Moller v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Appeal of seizure regarding 47 cats and 12 kittens in Chase due to unsanitary living conditions, inadequate food and water, poor ventilation, and overcrowding. The animals were kept in trailers with high ammonia levels, feces accumulation, and inadequate care, leading to distress and health risks.
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Decision: Tsin v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Appeal of seizure and costs regarding 29 dogs in Squamish due to conditions including confinement in vehicles without adequate water, unsanitary conditions, and untreated medical issues such as dental disease, ear infections, and emaciation. The appellant had a history of past seizures by the BC SPCA.
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Preliminary decision: Jones v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Procedural decision regarding the timeliness of an appeal filing. The appeal was deemed filed on time after determining the appellant received the decision on April 7, 2017, allowing the appeal to proceed.
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Preliminary decision: Ridland v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Summary dismissal regarding the timing of an appeal. The appeal was dismissed due to being filed late.
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Decision: Mbamy v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Appeal of costs regarding the seizure of 3 dogs. The appeal focused on the reasonableness of care costs claimed by the BC SPCA, particularly in light of one dog being adopted out prematurely due to an error.
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Decision: Hubick v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Appeal of seizure regarding one dog in Vancouver due to traumatic injury consistent with being thrown, resulting in a dislocated hip. The dog exhibited pain and required significant veterinary intervention. The appellant had a history of harsh disciplinary techniques with a previous dog.
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Decision: Unger v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Appeal of seizure regarding four dogs in Kersley due to conditions including unsanitary living environments, inadequate ventilation, and emotional neglect. The dogs were kept in areas with urine and feces, and lacked adequate social interaction and exercise.