The irresponsible breeder was housing the animals in a garage with poor sanitation, no ventilation or A/C.
The Pomeranians were seized from a breeder who were housing the animals in a garage with no ventilation or A/C.
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If anyone is looking to give a fluffy pup a loving home, the SPCA has several of them in need of fostering.
The BC SPCA seized 36 Pomeranian dogs and puppies from a home in Vernon on Saturday, Aug. 3.
The irresponsible breeder was housing the animals in a garage with no ventilation or air conditioning on the property. Three of the adult dogs are pregnant, as the seizure took place after four puppies sick with canine parvovirus were surrendered to the SPCA.
Two of the four puppies have died.
“Canine parvovirus (parvo) is a highly contagious disease that requires intensive around-the-clock veterinary care,” said BC SPCA senior officer, Eileen Drever. “Puppies are particularly susceptible and even with the best treatment, a good outcome is not guaranteed.”
According to Drever, vaccinations and proper hygiene are key to preventing the diseases, however, the owner of the Pomeranians kept groups of dogs in pens that were not cleaned and sanitized, with feces on the floor.