In April, the Alberta SPCA took into care 16 shivering and frightened dogs from northern Alberta —the result of an irresponsible breeder. Sadly, this situation is far from unique. Cases of large seizures of neglected animals are growing across the province, creating what feels like an endless stream of animals in urgent need.
As the landscape of animal welfare evolves in our province, we need to change as well. On our 66th anniversary, we’re unveiling a new look, along with a renewed commitment to protecting animals across Alberta.
Our new identity is more than just a logo — it reflects the full scope of our work. We’re Alberta’s only organization solely dedicated to enforcing animal protection laws province-wide, for companion animals and livestock.
Little Jimmy was one of 16 small breed dogs removed from a rural property in spring 2025.
Getting Animals Help Faster
A key part of the refresh is our new, redesigned website. AlbertaSPCA.org is now easier to navigate and more accessible. One of its most powerful features is a new decision tree tool, designed to help Albertans quickly determine what to do when they’re concerned about an animal’s welfare.
Knowing who to call when you’re worried about an animal can be confusing. Whether you’ve found a stray, witnessed signs of neglect, or are worried about livestock in distress, the tool helps guide Albertans on who they should be contacting for their specific animal welfare issue — ensuring animals get the help they need, fast.
Protecting All Animals — Pets and Livestock Alike
As the only organization with authority to enforce animal protection laws across the entire province, our team is ideally positioned to help find solutions for the root causes of the animal welfare crisis. We’re investing to understand and address those root causes — aiming to create long-term change that prevents suffering before it starts.
Recently, we hosted the inaugural Animal Welfare Symposium, bringing together thought leaders, municipal decision makers and animal welfare advocates to discuss the challenges we all face. The goal? Keeping animals from experiencing distress, or having to go into shelters, in the first place.
New Lives
The 16 dogs that we took into care this spring did go into the shelter system where they received the veterinary care they desperately needed. Eventually, they were adopted by compassionate families and now live in safe, loving homes. They don’t have to worry about their next meal, and they get to experience kindness and companionship every day.
The story of these dogs is a powerful reminder of why this work matters. And thanks to the support of Albertans, our organization will continue to be here for the thousands of animals across Alberta that need help each year.
Some of the 16 small breed dogs removed from a rural property in spring 2025.