Category: Animal custody appeal
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Expert witness guidance for PCAA hearings
Explains how to engage an expert witness in a BCFIRB animal custody appeal hearing, including required reports, qualifications, timelines, and cross-examination. Provides a contact form for submitting expert details.
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Fact sheet: Appeal process under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act
Explains how animal owners can appeal BC SPCA decisions to BCFIRB, including filing deadlines, fees, review requirements, and the hearing process.
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Decision: Kelpin v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Appeal of seizure and costs regarding four horses in Langley due to inadequate shelter, muddy living conditions, and untreated medical issues including pain from navicular disease and weight loss.
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Decision: Hinch v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Withdrawn appeal of the BC SPCA claim for seizure costs.
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Preliminary decision: Hinch v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Procedural decision regarding the withdrawal of an appeal concerning costs of seizure. The appeal was dismissed following the appellant’s acceptance of reimbursement for the costs.
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Preliminary decision: Golder v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Summary dismissal regarding late filing and missing filing fee for an appeal of the seizure of two donkeys. The appeal was dismissed due to not meeting the filing deadline and lacking the required filing fee.
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Preliminary decision: Golder v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Summary dismissal regarding the late filing of an appeal and missing filing fee related to the seizure of two donkeys. The appeal was dismissed due to the failure to submit the required filing fee by the deadline.
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Preparing for a BCFIRB appeal hearing
This guide explains how to prepare for an appeal hearing before the BC Farm Industry Review Board. It covers organizing evidence, preparing documents and witnesses, making an opening statement, and understanding the hearing process to effectively present your case.
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Decision: Bickerdike v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Appeal of seizure regarding one dog in Saanichton due to conditions including significant hair loss, bacterial and yeast skin infections, severe dental disease with exposed nerves, and low body weight. The dog exhibited signs of chronic pain and discomfort, and the appellants had a history of non-compliance with veterinary care recommendations.
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Decision: Binnersley v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Appeal of seizure regarding one dog in Campbell River due to untreated medical issues including a dislocated hip, muscle atrophy, and pain following an accident.