In the interest of education... I, and I am sure there are many others, would like to know why there have been so many dogs euth'd while under the direct care of the SPCA in the last week alone.

Specifically, Mr. Big from Delta, Zodie, Cola and 2 others from Nanaimo, Smiley from P.G. I know there are many more, but let's keep it simple. These dogs were all listed for adoption, and were deemed adoptable. I simply don't understand...

Did they do something terribly wrong?
Were they ill and was it recommended by a vet?
Did they need medical attention, if so, why were there no pleas for donations?
For space?
Was the order from higher up?
Were some too old?
Had they been there too long?
Why were rescue groups, who offered to help in some cases, not contacted before they were killed?

There are people who are more than willing to assist - however is is very heart-wrenching and frustrating to hear almost every day that the SPCA has killed another dog.

I would like to know why? I don't expect to hear from any of you, but if you wish, you are more than welcome to email me directly, if you are uncomfortable posting on this board.

I am an independant rescue, and I do animal control. I am realistic and I am not expecting perfection. However, I can't possibly fill out the SPCA rescue questionnaire and abide by a code of ethics (which I do on my own) when the SPCA 'appears' to be unable to abide by it themselves. What am I missing?

I would love to see all rescue groups, shelters, Animal control facilities and spcas work together professionally one day. Man.... what we could accomplish for the animals if that were a reality.

Sincerely,
Terra Vallely
Clinton, BC