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The South Peace BC SPCA is asking for urgent support after a litter of stray pups was brought in and in need of emergency care.
Allegedly two stray dogs believed to be sisters, showed up on the property of a good samaritan heavily pregnant but in good condition. While on the property, both dogs birthed their pups, one mom had 11 while the other had 10.
“Sadly, one of the female mothers died, possibly from antifreeze poisoning, but the surviving mom and all 21-week-old puppies were brought to the shelter for care,” explained BC SPCA manager, Candace Buchamer.
BC SPCA did an emergency intake of Shadow, the remaining mom, and the 21 pups and brought them to the Dawson Creek Veterinary Clinic.
The clinic worked quickly to examine the litter to ensure they hadn’t ingested any antifreeze and determined they were not in any danger.
During their checkup, Shadow was found to be suffering from mastitis but responded quickly to antibiotics. She is in better spirits and is nursing her four smallest pups who are only a third of the size of their brothers and sisters.
With the puppies cleared by the vet, 17 dogs were in need of foster homes. According to the BC SPCA, with help from the community, all the pups were placed in foster care within 48 hours of them arriving at the shelter.
“These adorable puppies have had a rough start, especially the ones who lost their mom,” explains BC SPCA manager, Candace Buchamer.
“They will all need a lot of care and supplies over the coming weeks. They will also need veterinary treatments including deworming and spaying and neutering. Several of the pups are suffering from a bacterial clostridia overgrowth and are on medication.”
All the foster parents are reporting that the puppies, despite their tummy troubles, are growing fast and are quite sassy.
Buchamer added; “They are eager to interact with people and get snuggles; all of the puppies have a strong mischievous streak.”
The puppies will be in the BC SPCA’s care for approximately three to four weeks before they are ready for adoption, and Shadow will also be available for adoption once her pups are weaned and she is spayed.
“The care we are able to give all of these puppies so that they can live a long and happy life is one of the reasons why our donors’ generosity matters so much,” says Tess Repenning, senior manager of digital giving for the BC SPCA.
“We really hope people will consider making a donation to help animals in need across this province.”
To donate to these sweet little pups click the link here.
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