The Stryker K-9 Care Fund

The Stryker K-9 Care Fund

The Saskatchewan SPCA Established in 1928 Animal welfare organization Head office located in Saskatoon Provincial in scope but NOT in charge of other SPCAs and Humane Societies

The Saskatchewan SPCA Changing with the times 2014 November Notified the Ministry of Agriculture that we would not be renewing our contract to enforce The Animal Protection Act We can better serve the animals and the public by focusing on education and prevention of animal cruelty

The Saskatchewan SPCA Changing with the times 2015 January Public announcement of our decision 2015 April 1 A new agency called Animal Protection Services of Saskatchewan begins enforcement of the Animal Protection Act. Call 1.844.382.0002 www.animalprotectionservices.ca

The Saskatchewan SPCA Vision: To ensure the humane treatment of animals Mission: To be the provincial voice on animal welfare

The Saskatchewan SPCA The Saskatchewan SPCA will now focus on initiatives that raise awareness of the human-animal bond, promote the humane treatment of animals, and make a difference in the lives of animals.

Our initiatives

Animal Welfare Conference

Our initiatives Animal Welfare Conference Learn Network Re-energize

Dog Bite Prevention

Our initiatives Be a Tree Dog Bite Prevention Program Reading dog body language Safe training methods Acting safely around dogs

Therapy Dog Program

Our initiatives Sponsorship of the St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog program The dogs bring joy and comfort to the sick, the lonely, and those in need of a friendly visit

Working with producers/producer groups

Registration of rescues & shelters

Registration of rescues & shelters SPCAs, humane societies, and rescue groups all play a valuable role in animal welfare Over the years, the Saskatchewan SPCA has been contacted by with concerns about the operation of a few organizations General agreement within the animal welfare sector that registration/certification would be useful

Registration of rescues & shelters Working together, we can Draft protocols Develop certification and registration process Promote communication between shelters & rescue groups throughout province Promote public awareness

Registration of rescues & shelters All types of rescues: Cats Dogs Horses Wildlife Other animals SPCAs Humane Societies If you d like to get involved, please contact Frances Wach at the Saskatchewan SPCA

Raise awareness of the human-animal bond

The human-animal bond: A mutually beneficial and dynamic relationship between people and animals... -- American Veterinary Medical Association

The dark side of the humananimal bond: Animals can be used to threaten, intimidate and silence the victims of abuse in situations involving family violence.

The Link

The Link A growing body of research demonstrates a strong connection between interpersonal violence and animal abuse.

The Link: Raise awareness When animals are abused, people may be at risk when people are abused, animals may be at risk.

The Link: Raise awareness Companion animals AND livestock may be at risk

The Link: Take action Imagine you had to leave your home because you were afraid for your safety and the safety of your children. What happens to your pets? Your livestock?

The Link: Take action The Animal Safekeeping Survey Joint project with the Saskatchewan SPCA and STOPS to Violence Survey results help create programs and services to help the animal and the human victims of violence

Stryker K-9 Care Fund

Dogs in law enforcement o o o o o Police dogs play a valuable role in law enforcement tracking person search evidence search criminal apprehension

Dogs in law enforcement o o o They are great ambassadors for law enforcement agencies visiting schools doing demonstrations at community events

On the job Working career generally 6-8 years Dog is paired exclusively with one handler

On the job Ongoing training for dog & handler

German Shepherds Valued for their strength, intelligence, teachability and obedience. Belgian Malinois Giant Schnauzer Originally bred to drive livestock, they were a popular military dog during World War I and World War II.

On the job Special bond between handler and the dog

Retired K-9s In retirement, the dog often stays with the handler as a permanent member of the family

Retired K-9s No pension for retired police dogs The handler/owner is responsible for all costs

Stryker K-9 Care Fund Saskatchewan SPCA felt it was important to help these hard-working canines The Stryker K-9 Care Fund established in 2015

Stryker K-9 Care Fund The goal of this fund is to contribute to the quality of life of retired police dogs by assisting with the costs of their routine and emergency veterinary care.

Stryker K-9 Care Fund First program of its kind in Canada Financial assistance for the care of retired police dogs that have served in Saskatchewan o

Stryker K-9 Care Fund The Stryker K-9 Care Fund helps owners with the cost of: routine & emergency veterinary care surgeries diagnostics medication

Stryker K-9 Care Fund Named in honour of Stryker Saskatoon Police Service Canine Unit: 1998 to 2005 Partner: Sgt. Lorne Ingram 2007: developed stomach torsion Three surgeries $5,000+ in vet bills

Stryker K-9 Care Fund Saskatchewan SPCA has committed $10,000 to the fund Donations from municipal police forces and associations Donations from the public www.sspca.ca

Stryker K-9 Care Fund We re pleased to introduce our very first applicant for funding under the Stryker K-9 Care Fund: Shadow who served with the Saskatoon Police Service.

Stryker K-9 Care Fund Launch June 2015: official launch event in Saskatoon o

Stryker K-9 Care Fund Launch Bite work demos

Stryker K-9 Care Fund Launch Bite work demos

Stryker K-9 Care Fund Launch Bite work demos

Stryker K-9 Care Fund Launch Substance detection Substance detection

Stryker K-9 Care Fund Launch Meet the public o

Stryker K-9 Care Fund Launch MC for the event: Board President Constance Roussel

Stryker K-9 Care Fund Launch Our thanks to SaskEnergy Corri at Evolution Presentation Technologies and our volunteers for helping with the launch o

Stryker K-9 Care Fund Launch AND a huge thank you to Sgt. Lorne Ingram of the Saskatoon Police Service for his help in establishing the fund

Saskatchewan SPCA Stryker K-9 Care Fund Contributes to the quality of life for retired police dogs by assisting with the costs of their routine and emergency veterinary care.

Questions?

1.877.382.7722 info@sspca.ca