Update: Incident at Thrift Store
On Thursday, an unfortunate incident occurred at the RAPS Thrift Store on Francis Road. An individual apparently experiencing a mental health crisis... Read More
Cat Found tied to post in Richmond
Bellamy is going to be fine – but so many animals face danger. Bellamy was found in an extremely dangerous situation. This... Read More
Pets in Need Get Help Indeed
RAPS and partners mobilize to provide vet care in the Downtown Eastside. Pets who don’t always get the veterinary care they need... Read More
What’s more awesome than a kitten? A pair of kittens!
RAPS judges every potential adoption on a case-by-case basis and what is best for the cat. In general, though, we favour adopting... Read More
Cat colony in very dangerous situation … eight rescued, at least five still at large
As part of an ongoing rescue operation, the Regional Animal Protection Society has saved a cat who has spent about a year... Read More
New faces: Meet Dr. Connor
We’ve got new (human) faces at RAPS Animal Hospital and we’re introducing them to you! This week, meet Dr. Connor Ward, one... Read More
New faces: Meet Dr. Tom
The RAPS Animal Hospital family keeps growing! In the coming weeks, we will be introducing you to a number of new faces... Read More
Haela Helps
Philanthropic tween bakes up treats – and donates funds to RAPS and other animal groups! Haela St-Louis aims to open her own... Read More
Willow Likes People – and Soft Food
After 12 dental extractions, this Cat Sanctuary resident is on soft food only – but she gets all the nutrition and deliciousness... Read More
Humans of RAPS: Welcome Back Daniel Lay!
Everything RAPS does is about the animals. But everything we accomplish is thanks to a team of deeply dedicated humans! We are... Read More
Elvis makes a miraculous recovery
Now Fresh premium pet food keeps him coming back to his bowl – and that makes him healthy and happy after a... Read More
Volunteer of the Month: Alexis Laughlin
Everything RAPS does is for the animals. But it’s all possible because of a small army of the most extraordinary humans! This... Read More
At-Home Euthanasia is Now an Option
RAPS Animal Hospital has been authorized to provide euthanasias at the pet’s home, ensuring families and their pet a comforting transition on... Read More
Volunteer of the Month: Nyles Ung
Everything RAPS does is for the animals … But everything we accomplish is possible because of devoted humans! Meet this month’s Volunteer... Read More
Humans of RAPS: Dr. Matin Imani
Everything RAPS does is about the animals. But everything we achieve is possible because of amazing humans. This week, meet Dr. Matin... Read More
Volunteers(s) of the Month: Tricia and Mike
October’s Volunteer of the Month is a two-fer! Couple Mike Larmour and Tricia Laughlin are devoted volunteers who have been helping out... Read More
Humans of RAPS: Val Leintz
Everything RAPS does is for the animals. But it’s all possible because of humans. This week, meet Val Leintz, a tireless volunteer... Read More
Humans of RAPS: Katelynn Kamachi
The people of RAPS are always ready to go above and beyond. But RAPS Thrift Store assistant manager Katelynn Kamachi leapt into... Read More