SPCA seizes 54 animals from North Okanagan property

The B.C.SPCA has seized 46 horses, four dogs and four hogs from a Vernonproperty after receiving complaints that the animals were not being cared for.

Senior SPCA officer EileenDreversaid society constables met with the distressed animals' owner earlier this month and issued orders around providingadequate food, water and shelter.

"We have monitored the situation and requested daily documentation that the orders were being met," said Drever.

"Unfortunately,we were not satisfied that the owner had made the necessary changes andsought a warrant to remove the animals."

Theanimals were seized on Monday and are currently being housed at an undisclosed locationin theOkanagan, where they are being examined by veterinarians and receivingcare.

"All animals are dependent on their caregivers to provide them with the basic necessities," said Drever.

The B.C. SPCA continues to investigate.