Category: Animal custody appeal
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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: 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.
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Decision: E.M. v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Appeal of seizure regarding three cats in Duncan due to conditions including high ammonia levels, fecal and urine contamination, and untreated medical issues such as flea infestations and lung damage.
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Preliminary decision: Stremler v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Summary dismissal regarding the dismissal of an appeal due to the appellant’s failure to submit the required filing fee within the specified timeframe.
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Decision: Viitre v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Appeal of seizure regarding one dog in Vancouver due to physical abuse, including striking and harsh handling, and the dog’s resulting fear and distress. The appellant had a history of using forceful training methods with previous dogs.
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Decision: Zhou v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Appeal of seizure and costs regarding 67 cats and 15 dogs in Surrey due to conditions including inadequate veterinary care, unsanitary living conditions, and severe infestations of ringworm, upper respiratory infections, and giardia. The animals were housed in overcrowded and poorly ventilated spaces, with inadequate biosecurity measures and insufficient staffing to provide necessary care.
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Costs decision: Zhou v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Appeal of costs regarding the seizure of 65 cats and 15 dogs in Surrey due to conditions including contagious illnesses among cats and ringworm in dogs, requiring specialized care and quarantine.
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Decision: Keeping v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Appeal of seizure and costs regarding 124 animals in Horsefly due to inadequate nutrition, poor shelter, and lack of veterinary care. The animals, including cattle, sheep, llamas, pigs, chickens, and rabbits, were found in distress with issues such as malnutrition, unsanitary conditions, and untreated medical problems.
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Decision: Simans v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Appeal of seizure and costs regarding 88 animals, including 45 dogs, 18 cats, 1 rabbit, 1 quail, 1 red-eared slider turtle, 5 goats, 1 pot-bellied pig, 3 ducks, 3 sheep, 5 chickens and 5 pigeons in Langley due to conditions including inadequate nutrition, overcrowding, severe dental disease, and untreated medical issues.