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About the SPCA
Protecting animals from cruelty since 1877, the Nova Scotia SPCA
is a registered charity, comprised of 11 Branches, which
relies primarily on volunteers and donations, to fund animal protection,
care and rehabilitation; advocacy; and humane education.
The act to Protect Animals and to aid Animals that are in Distress
mandates the Society to enforce animal cruelty laws, making the
Nova Scotia SPCA unique among animal wellfare organizations in the province
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The guiding principles of the SPCA No Kill model focuses on increasing live release rates
with a commitment of attaining a record of 90% or higher. All healthy and medically treatable animals
will be given every opportunity for adoption and euthanasia will be reserved only for reasons of mercy or aggression.
The model employs a strategy that focuses on increasing adoptions by removing barriers; opening admission
so that as many animals as possible are helped; providing community support systems
through collaboration and cooperation with government, veterinarians, rescue, TNR and other animal welfare organizations;
and other animal welfare organizations; increasing donor and volunteer support; adhering to high standards
of animal care; being accountable and transparent; educating the public about misconceptions
and humane and responsible pet ownership; and strong leadership committed to the model and creative solutions.