New Brunswick SPCA Animal Protection
P.O. Box 1412 Stn A E3B 5E3 Fredericton, NB, Canada

Today is Bell Canada's Let's Talk Day. Mental health is a very important topic for those involved in animal welfare. Compassion fatigue and PTSD are particularly prevalent in those directly involved in helping animals like Animal Protection Officers. Please considering supporting this initiative. by texting, calling, tweeting or TikTok video using #BellLetsTalk, social media video view and using the Facebook frame or Snapchat filter.

Neutered male found in an empty apartment on Waterloo St, Saint John. Workers are not sure how he got in there. If you know who owns this cat please contact the officer at 506-977-0345

Neutered male found in Hatfield Point on Saturday. Has been treated for injured paws. If you own this cat please contact the officer at 506-977-0345

Congratulations to Sue Ross who was this week's winner of Rabid Bob's online 50/50 who is splitting $1148 with Bob! Don't forget to get your tickets for next week's draw. https://nbspca.thelottofactory.com/

Yesterday in Moncton court, Kevin and Donalda DONAHUE of Calhoun, NB, pled guilty to charges of failing to provide adequate food and care to their animals and operating a Pet Establishment without a licence. The charges stemmed from an investigation by the NBSPCA in October 2019 following a complaint of animals being kept in unsanitary conditions. Upon investigation multiple animals were seized due to poor condition from malnourishment and being confined in their own filth. ...One young puppy that was seized did not survive. Donalda DONAHUE also admitted to selling her dogs without a Pet Establishment licence. Donalda DONAHUE had previously been convicted of wilfully failing to provide care to her animals following an investigation by the NBSPCA and RCMP in March of 2013. A total of 52 animals were seized from her residence in Calhoun at that time following the execution of an entry warrant. The animals were found to have been left unattended with inadequate food and water and in unsanitary conditions. Having a previous conviction of animal cruelty and neglect certainly impacts the severity of the sentences imposed by Judges for consecutive convictions. Kevin DONAHUE was prohibited from owning animals for 5 years with the exception of 2 dogs he currently owns. Donalda DONAHUE was sentenced to 6 months house arrest and prohibited from owning animals for the remainder of her life, with the exception of 2 dogs currently owned. As their two dogs’ natural lives expire, only 1 pet is allowed. Animal cruelty must be taken seriously and sentenced appropriately to properly deter society from these terrible acts. Please report any animal neglect or cruelty in New Brunswick, or suspected ownership of animals by a person who is prohibited from doing so, to our hotline at 1-877-722-1522. We would like to remind the public once again that it is the courts who determine the sentences, prohibitions, etc. NOT the NBSPCA. See more

How would you like a chance to win over $560 and help support the NBSPCA? The pot for tomorrow's (January 26th draw) for Rabid Bob's online 50/50 is now up to $1122!!! https://nbspca.thelottofactory.com/

This week's draw produced a non-winner, which means that this week's pot carries over to next week. It's up to $390 so far, so Bob wants to remind you to renew your numbers or purchase new tickets for next week! https://nbspca.thelottofactory.com/

COURT UPDATE Upcoming court dates: - Saint John November 3, 2020 Appearance/plea (permitted dogs to run at large, failed to attach tags to dogs collars) LEAVITT, Candie... - Edmundston November 5, 2020 Trial (failed to provide food, water, shelter, and/or care; permitted dog to run at large) MARTIN, Jeannette - Fredericton November 19, 2020 Trial (failed to provide adequate food) BOYER, Monique - Miramichi November 23, 2020 Appearance/plea (failed to provide care) LOCKWOOD, Kevin - Fredericton November 23, 2020 Trial (failed to provide adequate food) KERVIN, Perry - Woodstock December 2, 2020 Trial (tethering violation) DAYE, Valerie & PELKEY, Andrew - Moncton January 4, 2021 Trial (failed to provide care, operating a pet establishment without a licence) DONAHUE, Kevin & Donalda - Woodstock January 7, 2021 Trial (permitted dog to run at large) DUNLEVY, Jodie - Fredericton February 4, 2020 Trial (failed to provide care) COULTER, Chancey - Woodstock February 5, 2021 Trial (failed to provide care, permitted dog to run at large) DOUCETTE, Rayna - Saint John February 12, 2021 Trial (failed to provide food, water, shelter, and/or care) LOGUE, Norman - Woodstock February 24, 2021 Trial (failed to provide adequate food, permitted dog to run at large) PHIPPEN, Charles & BELL, Jennifer - Miramichi April 13 + 14, 2021 Trial (failed to provide care) COUTURE, Eric - Saint John July 12, 2021 Trial (failed to provide medical care) ROBINSON, Michael Convictions: - On September 17th in Woodstock court, Priscilla SAPPIER was sentenced to a $500 fine and prohibited from owning animals for a period of 2 years, following a guilty plea to a charge of failing to provide adequate food, water, shelter and/or care to an animal. - On October 5th in Woodstock court, Dwayne SAPPIER was found guilty at trial to a charge of failing to provide adequate food to animal. No fine was imposed by the Judge, but he was prohibited from owning animals for a period of 3 years. We also have many files under investigation and pending crown approval.

Studies show that women often put off leaving an abusive relationship in fear of what will happen to their beloved animals once they are no longer around. Thank...s to Safe For Pets Too: In Transition With You, New Brunswick women will no longer have to worry. Safe For Pets Too launched on February 9, 2011, to provide temporary shelter and veterinary care for pets of women who are leaving an abusive relationship and who have concerns about the safety of their animals. Sheltering is provided through animal hospitals, animal shelters and private homes, giving animals a place to be taken care of for up to 30 days while the owner searches for pet-friendly housing. This service is available for domestic house pets, and some farm animals on a case by case basis. Women can access the program through transition houses, domestic violence outreach offices or the police/RCMP during an emergency. Pets are transported by an NBSPCA officer, and will be examined by a veterinarian before being placed in temporary foster care. While the pet is in the care of their foster families they will be well treated and safe from the possibility of being hurt in an act of revenge. Safe For Pets Too provides abused women in New Brunswick with a critical service, while highlighting the bond between people and their pets and the link between animal abuse and family violence. Development and administration of the program is a cooperative effort of many different individuals and agencies. Committee members represent the New Brunswick SPCA, New Brunswick Veterinary Medical Association (NBVMA), police, New Brunswick Chiefs of Police Association, New Brunswick Department of Agriculture, Aquaculture and Fisheries, transition houses, outreach offices, Public Legal Education and Information Service of New Brunswick, as well as many individuals. For more information on the Safe For Pets Too program, please contact us by email at: [email protected]

We're down to the final hours before the next draw for Rabid Bob's 50/50 Bonanza. Bob is looking especially cute today and would like nothing more than to share this $200 (and hopefully bigger!) pot with you! https://nbspca.thelottofactory.com/

The two little piggies that we reported were found running at large have been unclaimed, so they will be going to Valleyfield Farm Sanctuary on PEI to live out their lives.

We are sad to report that a short haired grey cat with white markings was found deceased on Maple Avenue in Sussex (no microchip or collar). The remains were taken to Dairytown Vet if the owners wish to retrieve them.

The next draw for Rabid Bob's NBSPCA 50/50 bonanza is tomorrow (November 17th). Tickets are only a twoonie! https://nbspca.thelottofactory.com/

Since our office is closed to the public due to COVID, most were not able to see this beautiful flag hanging in our main entrance. Thinking of all those both 2 and 4 legged who served. So many gave their lives so we could live ours. We remember.

Winner winner chicken dinner! Congratulations to Viola Mosco who is now $221 richer thanks to playing Rabid Bob's NBSPCA Online 50/50 bonanza! Don't forget to get your tickets for next week's draw! https://nbspca.thelottofactory.com

Congratulations to Kathy Cromwell who was this week's winner of Rabid Bob's 50/50 Bonanza! Don't forget to get your tickets for next week's draw (November 17). https://nbspca.thelottofactory.com/

If you are a current/active member of the NBSPCA (meaning that you made a minimum of a $20 donation AND submitted your membership form) and plan to attend the AGM on Saturday, November 7th, you must send an email to [email protected] by no later than 4:00pm on Wednesday, November 4th to RSVP. Pre-registration is a requirement and NO exceptions will be made. Only current/active members are allowed to attend the meeting and there will be NO walk-ins admitted at the door, even if you are a member and/or we are below max. indoor capacity. Thank you for your cooperation in ensuring that we follow strict COVID 19 safety protocols and keep everyone safe.

Get your tickets before 2pm today (Nov 3) for Rabid Bob's 50/50! For only $2, you have a chance to split Bob's pot AND help animals in need in NB (that's a win - win!) https://nbspca.thelottofactory.com/

Only one more day to get your tickets for the next draw for Rabid Bob's NBSPCA 50/50 Bonanza. Don't miss out - this week's pot is up to $426! https://nbspca.thelottofactory.com/

Two piglets found running at large in Saint John in the Heather Way/Wyatt Cr area. Owners please contact the Oromocto SPCA at (506)446-4107

Happy Halloween from Dracula Bob! And don't forget to get your tickets for his 50/50 bonanza! https://nbspca.thelottofactory.com

Happy National Black Cat Day from this handsome feline (Bob made me write that)!

This was another non-winner week for Rabid Bob's 50/50 draw which means that this week's pot will carry over to next week's draw (November 3rd). It's already up to $350 so don't forget to get your tickets! https://nbspca.thelottofactory.com/

Don't forget to get your tickets for today's 2:00pm draw (Oct 27) for Rabid Bob's 50/50 bonanza! The pot is currently sitting at $190. https://nbspca.thelottofactory.com

Bob says that Friday afternoons are for napping...and also for buying tickets to his 50/50 Bonanza! https://nbspca.thelottofactory.com