30 dachshunds seized from Okanagan breeder
Posted September 21, 2023 11:40 am.
Last Updated September 21, 2023 11:41 am.
Thirty dachshunds have been seized from an Okanagan breeder after the BC SPCA says they were found in “terrible living conditions.”
The organization says the dogs range in age from four months to five years.
“Our animal helpline received a call from a member of the public concerned about the conditions of these dogs,” explained Eileen Drever, senior officer, protection and stakeholder relations for BC SPCA.
“An animal protection officer attended and found animals to be in distress.”
One of the 30 dachshunds the BC SPCA seized from an Okanagan breeder receiving veterinary care. The society says the dogs were found in “terrible living conditions.” (Courtesy BC SPCA)
Drever says when animals are found to “be in distress,” owners are given “an opportunity to rectify the problem.” However, she says in this case, despite notices being issued, the owners failed to do so, resulting in the seizure.
She tells CityNews a day before the seizure, “the owners surrendered three dachshunds to the society.” Those dogs were taken to receive veterinary care.
The BC SPCA says the dogs were kept in small crates. Many of them were found to be living with dental disease, overgrown nails, exposure to high ammonia levels, and were in unsanitary conditions. Their beds were “soiled with urine and feces.”
One of 30 dachshunds seized by the BC SPCA from an Okanagan breeder. (Courtesy BC SPCA)
All of the dogs are receiving veterinary care. The society says they are not socialized and are fearful.
“These dogs are not available for adoption. Any time animal protection officers seize an animal, the owner can dispute that seizure — they have 14 days to dispute the seizure,” explained Drever.
One of the 30 dachshunds the BC SPCA seized from an Okanagan breeder receiving veterinary care. The society says the dogs were found in “terrible living conditions.” (Courtesy BC SPCA)
Drever admits this seizure “is causing a huge strain” on the BC SPCA’s resources. The organization is asking anyone who is able to make a donation or foster, to reach out.
