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By Jayden Wasney Global News
Posted March 10, 2024 3:35 pm
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The BC SPCA is recommending charges against an animal rescue agency in Lake Country, B.C.
The Warren Peace Bunny Sanctuary has been in business for close to 20 years now. During that time, the rescue agency has brought in abused, neglected or unwanted animals that needed a second chance.
However, after recently receiving a complaint, BC SPCA officers visited the bunny sanctuary and said they came across several animals in distress.
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Notices were handed down to the owners after the inspection, ordered the rescue agency to relieve the animals of their distress, but the BC SPCA says nothing changed.
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“The BC SPCA applied for and was successful in obtaining two Warrants to Search, which resulted in the removal of 85 animals including rabbits, cats, and wildlife,” said Kaila Butler, the BC SPCA’s senior manager of communication told Global News in an email.
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“Several animals were also surrendered to the Society, all in critical distress, which had to be euthanized, and more than a dozen others were also surrendered directly to their veterinarian for euthanasia.”
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If convicted, the owners could face a $75,000 fine and/or two years imprisonment and/or a lifetime prohibition from owning animals.
A gofundme has been started by someone who claims to be a “good friend” of the owner and a volunteer at the sanctuary, demanding justice and funds to help pay for a lawyer’s retainer fee.
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“If you love animals and love the people who dedicate their lives to rescuing them and giving them a safe home; not only thinking about their physical lives, but of their emotional lives as well (including social groups and other friendships), and mostly, if you believe in justice, please consider donating to this fund,” said Jay Blackmore, a volunteer of seven years at the sanctuary. “Even small amounts add up and are appreciated.”
Blackmore also stated a desire to go public with what really happened, but added that a lawyer has advised against that idea.
Global News has reached out to the Warren Peace Bunny Sanctuary for comment.
Animal rights advocates rally to close Las Vegas interactive aquarium
Animal rights advocates gathered at Boulevard Mall on Sunday, calling for the closure of the local interactive aquarium. Protesters aim to raise awareness about allegations of animal neglect and abuse at the facility.
By: Isabella Martin
Posted at 7:22 PM, Mar 10, 2024
https://www.ktnv.com/news/animal-rights-advocates-rally-to-close-las-vegas-interactive-aquarium
and last updated 7:48 PM, Mar 10, 2024
LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — Animal rights advocates gathered at Boulevard Mall on Sunday, calling for the closure of the local interactive aquarium. Protesters aim to raise awareness about allegations of animal neglect and abuse at the facility.
Hani Levi, a protester, expressed the group’s desire for action. “We want the public, which is outraged about what’s going on, to actually start taking more action instead of just complaining.”
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The protest, which included animal advocates, former employees, and veterinarians, targeted SeaQuest aquariums nationwide, accusing them of exploiting animals for profit. Demonstrators gathered in front of the aquarium’s location on Twain and Maryland Parkway, sharing their concerns with the public.
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Levi highlighted the group’s persistence. “Since December 2016, since they opened, we have been protesting monthly on behalf of the animals that can’t speak for themselves.”
One of the key issues raised by Levi and others is the lack of transparency from SeaQuest. Levi mentioned, “The issue in the Las Vegas location is that they will not disclose the death list. We have been asking for them to disclose the death list log for years, but they refuse to do so.”
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The protest attracted attention from passersby, including local father Skye Carter, who had been on his way to SeaQuest with his children. Carter shared, “We decided against it, and we are more supportive towards this cause. We will be doing something else today.”
Clark County records indicate numerous complaints against SeaQuest Las Vegas to Animal Protection Services over the years, as well as a USDA investigation. While the facility passed its most recent full inspection in September, with county staff finding it clean and with sufficient staffing, an inspector noted some issues such as murky shark tanks and a deceased animal freezer containing bodies labeled as far back as April 2023.
Channel 13 reached out to SeaQuest Las Vegas for comment but did not receive a response in time for this story.
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