The SPCA is going to build a new animal behaviour centre in Duncan.
Construction of the first-of-its-kind facility is expected to start in the next few weeks.
The Vancouver Island Animal Behaviour Centre will assist fearful, under-socialized animals in need of significant behavioural support become prepared for life in a new home.
Leon Davis, BC SPCA’s Senior Manager of Animal Care Services for the Island and Coastal Region, says letting them spend time in a calmer environment with dedicated animal behaviour specialists gives them a better chance.
The new centre will replace BC SPCA’s Cowichan community animal centre at its existing location.
The facility will be temporarily closed to the public for approximately 16-18 months beginning on October 6th, but is already limiting its animal intake.
Davis says they have leased an office space to be the home base for staff in Cowichan.
People in need of support with animal surrender are asked to first contact the BC SPCA Animal Helpline at 1-855-622-7722.
