AAS wrote the BC SPCA asking for a statement on the policy of euthanasia services, of euthanizing pets for a fee, and received this response.

Earlier this year (2003) the then Chief Operating Officer (Ms. Kim Capri) directed through her Regional Managers that all shelters were to stop euthanizing animals upon an owner's request. This was to bring their procedures in line with the Companion Animal Management Program's (CAMP) policy. Shelters are now to encourage the owner to seek veterinary input regarding their decision to euthanize. If the owner refuses they may surrender the animal to us but not for euthanasia. We will assess the animal for adoption and from that decide on what we feel is the best course of action.

To answer your question directly - it is no longer the policy of the BC SPCA to euthanize owned pets on payment of a fee.

Sincerely - Dr. Jamie Lawson