The Alberta Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) released a statement regarding the seizure of animals in Mountain View County on April 23.
The Alberta Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) released a statement regarding the seizure of animals in Mountain View County on April 23. (Photo credit to The Alberta Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA))According to the SPCA, they were asked to assist the RCMP during an investigation on a property in Mountain View County.
"Once on site, Alberta SPCA Peace Officers determined the animals on the property were in distress. As a result, 82 animals were seized and taken into care," a release stated. "All animals are currently being medically assessed at caretaking facilities. We want to thank our partners who help shelter and care for animals in situations like this."
The animals seized include:
• 56 dogs
• 10 sheep
• 9 llamas
• 4 chickens
• 3 geese
The Alberta Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) released a statement regarding the seizure of animals in Mountain View County on April 23. (Photo credit to The Alberta Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA))The SPCA stated that the animals from this most recent seizure were added to an extensive list already in the care of the Alberta SPCA. Since the beginning of March, approximately 250 animals have been seized by (or surrendered to) Alberta SPCA Peace Officers, most coming from four investigations.
"Our team, and the animal welfare community as a whole, is facing unprecedented pressure this spring," said Alberta SPCA Executive Director, Leanne Niblock. "Rising costs of living, lingering impacts of the pandemic, and climate change leading to drought and wildfire just exacerbate the already desperate situation. These large rescues add enormously to the pressure, and to be blunt, to our expenses."
The SPCA added that most shelters and rescues in Alberta are at capacity, and all need help.
"Many organizations are looking for foster families to care for animals until they can be adopted to forever homes. If fostering is not an option, please consider making a donation to help ease the financial stress Alberta’s animal welfare organizations face."
Charges are being considered in all recent cases, pending the investigations.
The Alberta SPCA enforces the Animal Protection Act in all areas of Alberta outside Calgary and Edmonton.
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