Category: Animal custody appeal
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Decision: F. M. v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Appeal of seizure regarding 10 dogs, 3 cats, 7 birds, 7 rats, and 8 aquatic species in Surrey due to unsanitary conditions, inadequate food and water, lack of veterinary care, and confinement in cramped spaces.
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Decision: Elliot v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Appeal of seizure and costs regarding four dogs in Clearwater due to conditions including severe emaciation, frostbite, and inadequate shelter. The dogs were kept in unsanitary conditions with insufficient food and water, and exhibited signs of malnutrition and untreated medical issues.
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Decision: Latour v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Appeal of seizure and costs regarding 63 dogs in Mission due to conditions including high ammonia levels, unsanitary living conditions, inadequate veterinary care, and overcrowding.
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Dismissal: Allen v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Appeal of seizure regarding four horses and one pig. The appeal was dismissed following the appellant’s withdrawal.
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Preliminary decision: Allen v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
An appeal regarding the third-party surrender of four horses. The appeal was dismissed following the appellant’s withdrawal.
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Dismissal: A.R. v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Appeal of seizure regarding one dog. The appeal was dismissed after it was withdrawn by the appellant.
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Decision: K.R. v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Appeal of seizure regarding one dog in Vancouver due to repeated exposure to toxic drugs, including opioids, cocaine, and amphetamines, while in the appellant’s care. The dog exhibited symptoms such as lethargy, dilated pupils and bloody diarrhea.
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Decision: Irving v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Appeal of seizure and costs regarding 9 dogs and 2 cats in Cranbrook due to unsanitary living conditions, inadequate veterinary care, improper nutrition, and lack of proper shelter. The appellant had a history of past seizures by the BC SPCA.
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Decision: Martin v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Appeal of seizure and costs regarding two goats in Procter due to inadequate nutrition, lack of consistent access to water, unsanitary living conditions, and failure to provide veterinary care. The appellant was hospitalized, leaving the animals’ care uncertain, and the environment contained hazards.
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Decision: Tanaka v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Appeal of seizure regarding one dog in Princeton due to inadequate veterinary care, underweight condition, and insufficient shelter. The appellant failed to comply with notices to improve the dog’s care and did not believe in veterinary advice.