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CTV News
26-05-2025
- CTV News
N.S. woman banned from owning new animals after allowing 15 rabbits to ‘be in distress'
A woman has been sentenced for allowing 15 rabbits to be in distress, under Nova Scotia's Animal Protection Act. Karie Pye, 46, of Fletchers Lake, N.S., is prohibited from owning any new animals for six years and must make a $50 donation to the Nova Scotia SPCA. Pye is allowed to maintain custody of her four cats, but she must abide by terms and conditions for their care, including inspection rights for the SPCA. The sentence comes after SPCA officers found 15 rabbits 'living in unsanitary and poor conditions' following an animal cruelty complaint in early 2023. They later seized the animals after the owner failed to follow through on orders to improve their living conditions. 'Owning an animal comes with responsibilities to care for them,' said Kevin Strooband, chief inspector for the Nova Scotia SPCA, in a news release Monday. 'Clean water, food, shelter, and veterinary medical care are required; this is taken seriously in our province. Pet owners are encouraged to reach out for assistance before it becomes too overwhelming.' The Nova Scotia SPCA has the authority to investigate, lay charges, seize animals and issue orders related to animal cruelty and neglect under the Animal Protection Act and relevant sections of the Criminal Code. The charitable organization says it helped 24,000 pets in 2024. For more Nova Scotia news, visit our dedicated provincial page
CTV News
20-05-2025
- Health
- CTV News
Protecting pets from ticks
Atlantic Watch The Nova Scotia SPCA shares important tick tips on protecting your pets from the parasites.
CTV News
06-05-2025
- General
- CTV News
Leave a Legacy with the SPCA
May is Leave a Legacy month in Canada and the Nova Scotia SPCA explains how you can help animals in need for generations to come.
