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Walking Your Pet Near Green Spaces? Lets Keep It S.. 24th Feb 2025, by SPCA Singapore
Walking your pet near green spaces? Let’s keep it safe for everyone — humans, pets, and wildlife alike! Our Wild Neighbours (OWN) has put together a helpful guide with simple tips for harmonious coexistence.
Reminder: Pets are not permitted in certain nature parks and reserves with rich biodiversity, so stick to designated pet-friendly areas.
Swipe through to learn how to keep your walks safe and enjoyable while protecting Singapore’s rich biodiversity!
Images by ourwildneighbours.sg
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On 24 April 2024, Little Aslan Arrived At The Spca.. 17th Feb 2025, by SPCA Singapore
On 24 April 2024, little Aslan arrived at the SPCA when he was just 4 months old. This sweet boy had been hit by a delivery van, leaving him with a femoral head (hip joint) fracture in his left hindlimb, fractured digits, and painful infected wounds on his pelvic region and both hindlimbs.
Our clinic team promptly began Aslan’s intensive treatment: He was placed on antibiotics to combat infection, and his wounds tended to daily — bandaged with manuka honey or managed meticulously in areas ...
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Happy Tails Ahsoka. Previously Known As Bonnie. On.. 12th Feb 2025, by SPCA Singapore
HAPPY TAILS: AHSOKA
(Previously known as ‘Bonnie’)
Once the star of our shelter tours, Ahsoka charmed everyone with her affectionate nature, perching on shoulders and nuzzling everyone who visited her. But despite stealing hearts, her severe ulcers and medical needs kept her from finding a home. Often overlooked by potential adopters, Ahsoka waited – until Ingrid, an ex-SPCA staff member and now a lead volunteer, couldn’t bear to see her in pain any longer. Ingrid took her home, and the...
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Pet 101 Vaccinations For Cats. Vaccinations Are A .. 10th Feb 2025, by SPCA Singapore
Pet 101: Vaccinations for Cats
Vaccinations are a vital part of protecting your cat from preventable illnesses and ensuring they lead a healthy, happy life. Diseases like feline panleukopenia, calicivirus, and herpesvirus can be life-threatening, but the good news is -- they are preventable with the right vaccinations!
The SPCA strongly advocates for all owned cats to be kept strictly indoors. And yes, they still need vaccines! Many diseases can spread through indirect contact, so even homebodi...
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On 26th December 2024, The Spca Received A Report .. 3rd Feb 2025, by SPCA Singapore
On 26th December 2024, the SPCA received a report about birds being trapped in a coffee shop. Our Animal Rescue Officers (AROs) were immediately dispatched to the scene, where they discovered two mynah birds confined in separate traps set up by the coffee shop manager.
When questioned, we learnt that this was not the first time the manager had trapped birds and sprayed paint on them before releasing them, evidenced by the red-stained traps. Although he had intended to release the birds much lat...
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Find Your Pawfect Match With Spca X Gaigai. Join U.. 1st Feb 2025, by SPCA Singapore
Find your pawfect match with SPCA x GaiGai!
Join us for an evening of fun, furry friends, and maybe even a spark of romance ✨
Date: 1 March (Saturday)
Time: 3:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: SPCA Singapore, 50 Sungei Tengah Road, Singapore 699012
Registration Fee: $60/pax | Come with a friend! Doubles pricing: $100 for 2 pax
Light snacks and a cover drink will be provided. Please bring your own bottle.
Don’t miss this unique way to connect with fellow animal lovers and support a great cause.
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Many Families Consider Starting With A Rabbit, Gui.. 31st Jan 2025, by SPCA Singapore
Many families consider starting with a rabbit, guinea pig, or hamster when they feel their kids aren’t ready for the responsibility of a cat or dog.
However, an animal’s size or lifespan should not diminish our responsibility towards their well-being. Every species has unique needs and potential health concerns that require dedicated care.
Small animals can be wonderful companions for informed and responsible owners. While often seen as low-maintenance, they are not and need just as much c...
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Pet 101 Vaccinations For Dogs. Vaccinations Are Es.. 27th Jan 2025, by SPCA Singapore
Pet 101: Vaccinations for Dogs
Vaccinations are essential for your dog’s health and safety! Following the Singapore Vaccination Guidelines, vaccinations help protect your pup from preventable diseases like parvovirus, distemper, and leptospirosis, keeping them happy and healthy.
🐶 Core vaccinations are a must for all dogs
🐶 Non-core vaccinations may be recommended based on your dog's lifestyle and risk factors -- consult your vet to find the right fit!
This is the first in our Pet 101 ...
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Spca Times 2025 Is Here. Here Is Our Latest Biannu.. 20th Jan 2025, by SPCA Singapore
📣 SPCA Times 2025 is here!
Here is our latest biannual publication featuring:
- A special cover designed by one of the SPCA's youth ambassadors
- A deep dive into the Cat Management Framework
- An op-ed by Dr. Liang Xutian from West Coast Vetcare on shock collars
- Rescue and cruelty case stories
- Profiles of some of the animals waiting for their forever homes
- A round-up of highlights from 2022-2024
... and more!
SPCA Times is packed with insights and updates for all animal lovers.
Read...
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Foster Appeal. Name Mia. Gender Female. Age 10 Yea.. 13th Jan 2025, by SPCA Singapore
💡FOSTER APPEAL💡
Name: Mia
Gender: Female
Age: 10 years old
Once a community cat, Mia was brought to the SPCA in July 2024 after her regular feeder noticed she had sustained injuries. Upon her arrival, it was discovered that she was anemic, had a flu, and was suffering from multiple fractures — a fractured right ilium and a fractured sacroiliac joint, which links the pelvis to the lower spine.
Thanks to the care she received at the SPCA, Mia recovered from her injuries while on cage re...
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The Spcas 2024 Animal Cruelty And Welfare Report. .. 7th Jan 2025, by SPCA Singapore
THE SPCA’S 2024 ANIMAL CRUELTY AND WELFARE REPORT
In 2024, of the 1,109 reports that the SPCA received and investigated, there were 961 confirmed cases of cruelty and welfare, involving a total of 2,190 animal victims. This is the highest number of cases recorded in 12 years.
That’s an average of five animals suffering or losing their lives every day. Tragically, many more never make it into these statistics, as their suffering goes unnoticed, unreported, and many of them do not survive lo...
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An Urgent Christmas Appeal. We Are Still 280,000 A.. 23rd Dec 2024, by SPCA Singapore
AN URGENT CHRISTMAS APPEAL
We are still $280,000 away from our reaching our goal, and your contribution can change the lives of animals in urgent need.
Your donations directly fund critical care, including surgeries like luxating patella repair, limb and jaw fracture treatments, monthly preventatives, vaccines, CT scans, pain relief meds, and so much more.
Here's how you can help:
Donate: Every dollar counts. Even $10 can contribute towards the cost of expensive life-saving treatments. You ...
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