Amidst the evolving animal welfare movement and public awareness of other species deserving of at least some status in society I am amazed that the BC SPCA would continue to partner with Petcetera. The pet trade is rife with utter misery and to exploit and market lives for financial gain is an abuse of the worse sort. I believe that by aligning oneself with such a business the BC SPCA is somewhat culpable (indirectly, and through lack of action) in maintaining the suffering of many animals, just as are the purveyors of the "product."

There has been considerable constructive input, proposals, and strategies given to the BC SPCA over the years in regards to addressing and remedying the ongoing issues pertaining to this industry.

Carmina Gooch