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The Alberta SPCA is a leader in animal welfare and care. We are proud to help improve the lives for thousands of animals every year, and to share important information about animal care and best practices.

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    Recent News

    Stay up to date with what’s new, what’s next and what’s making a difference for animals across our province.

    What Happens After a Rescue?
    As the front line of animal protection, the Alberta SPCA has the unique role of rescuing animals in distress in every region of the province.  Caring for the animals after they have been seized or surrendered is just as important to their wellbeing. 
    Supporting Caregivers and Animals: A Cat Rescue Story
    When people are struggling with mental health issues, animals often bear the brunt of their pain. 
    New Toolkit Aims to Support People’s Well-being Along With Animal Welfare
    A new toolkit will help Alberta SPCA peace officers aid not only animals in distress, but also their owners, through University of Alberta research.
    Bill 22: The Animal Protection Amendment Act
    For the first time in two decades, Alberta is strengthening its animal protection laws. Here’s what’s changing.

    Publications

    2025 Annual Report

    A Year of Courage, Compassion and Community

    Our 2025 Annual Report is now available! Learn more the impact of the Alberta SPCA, the animals we have helped, the communities we serve and how you can get involved!

    AnimalKind

    Our general newsletter is mailed to members, donors, volunteers and other supporters of the Alberta SPCA. It provides updates on the activities of our Education and Pet Safekeeping programs, and Animal Protection Services, to keep you updated on how your support is helping animals province-wide.

    Photo of the cover of AnimalKind newsletter including a photo of a dark brown horse

    Previous Editions of AnimalKind

    • The Importance of Modern Animal Bylaws
    • Working Together: Protection in Action
    • Using Social Media to Engage and Educate Albertans
    • Exploring Animal Needs: A New Classroom Poster

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    • Inaugural Animal Welfare Symposium a Success
    • Speaking for Those Who Can’t: Alberta SPCA Gives Neglected Dogs a Voice in Court
    • This Year’s Education Focus is Friendship

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    • Improving Animal Protection Through Effective Prohibition Orders
    • New Stock Trailer Plays Big Role in Removing Horses from Property
    • New Student-Designed T-Shirts Available for Purchase

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    • Marking 10 Years Since Milk River Dogs Seizure
    • Animal & Farmer Well-being Pilot Project
    • New Animal Heroes Lottery

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    • Celebrating 65
    • Connecting with Partners
    • Back to School for Dogs in Our Care

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    • Poppy's Path
    • Introducing Our New Van
    • Looks Can Be Deceiving

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    • Lenny's New Life
    • Deaf Dog Finds Loving Home Thanks to Alberta SPCA Partners
    • Prohibition Order Issued for Cattle Owner

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    • New Executive Director Appointed
    • Foster Families Needed
    • Surrender vs Seizure

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    Strategic Plan

    Our strategic plan outlines how we will fulfill our mission to protect, promote, and enhance the well-being of animals in Alberta. It defines our priorities and goals, guiding us in our continued efforts to make a lasting difference for animals, communities, and the province.

    Audited Financials

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    Abused or neglected animal

    Under the Animal Protection Act, peace officers have authority to investigate concerns of animal abuse or neglect if there is reason to believe that an animal is:

    (a) deprived of adequate shelter, ventilation, space, food, water or veterinary care or reasonable protection from injurious heat or cold,
    (b) injured, sick, in pain or suffering, or
    (c) abused or subjected to undue hardship, privation or neglect.

    Does your concern meet these requirements?

    Animal that is in immediate danger
    Who to call

    In Edmonton:
    311
    Edmonton Animal Care & Control Centre

    In Calgary:
    403-205-4455
    Calgary Humane Society

    On a First Nation or Reserve:
    Contact Band leadership or the RCMP

    Outside Calgary, Edmonton, or First Nations:
    1-800-455-9003 or complete online
    Alberta SPCA

    What you need when you call:
    Address, details (must be firsthand), date and time, description of owner and animals

    What next

    If your concern is regarding intentional cruelty to
    an animal, contact your local police or RCMP. If the
    animal is in immediate danger, call 911.

    If not, start again.

    Abandoned animal

    Stray animals and abandoned animals are different.
    An abandoned animal has been intentionally left behind by their owner or caretaker, without proper care or intention to return.

    A stray animal may or may not have an owner or caretaker, and is wandering at large (off the owner or caretaker’s property).

    Wildlife

    Contact a wildlife organization near you.

    Who to call

    In Edmonton:
    311
    Edmonton Animal Care & Control Centre

    In Calgary:
    403-205-4455
    Calgary Humane Society

    Outside Calgary and Edmonton:
    1-800-455-9003
    Alberta SPCA or complete online

    Is the stray animal injured?
    Who to call

    Companion Animals
    In Edmonton:
311
    Edmonton Animal Care & Control Centre

    In Calgary:
311
    Calgary Animal Services

    Outside Calgary and Edmonton: 
Contact municipal enforcement / bylaw office

    Livestock
    Contact Livestock Identification Services at 1-866-509-2088.
    After hours, contact your local non-emergency police line

    Short-term pet care during crisis

    Review our materials

    Surrendering an animal

    Contact your local animal shelter.