Pawsperity is developing fecal tests to make disease detection less invasive, faster, cheaper and easier. Says RAPS CEO: “If there’s one thing we have plenty of, it’s cat turd!” A partnership...
Humans of RAPS: Alisa Verwoerd
Everything RAPS does is about the animals. But everything we achieve is possible because opf the amazing humans who work and volunteer with us! This week, meet Alisa Verwoerd! What is your role at...
Don’t Pass This Buck!
Buck is one big pup. Weighing in at about 100 pounds, this one-year-old Caucasian Shepherd/Sarplaninac/Lab Mix is a big boy with a big personality. He’s headed to RAPS from northern B.C. in the next...
Giving Tuesday: Richmond animal charity offering free veterinary care
In the spirit of Giving Tuesday, a Richmond-based animal welfare charity will choose a worthy recipient every Friday in December to receive 100 per cent subsidized in-hospital care to pets whose...
Pets and human safety around coyotes
Changes in human behaviour lead to changes in coyote routines Springtime is breeding season for coyotes, as it is for many other animals. By and large, coyotes coexist mostly uneventfully with...
Regional Animal Protection Society COVID-19 Update
Regional Animal Protection SocietyLatest Update – March 30 We hope that you and those you love – humans and other animals – are staying healthy at home and maintaining social distancing. We want you...
Pets, People and COVID-19
Regional Animal Protection Society Steps Up for Families and Companion Animals in Need Services mostly uninterrupted Sanitization standards intensified Veterinary service with social distancing...
No Pets as Presents at Christmas
As the holidays approach, a reminder: Never purchase a pet for someone else – whether it’s a close relative or an even closer friend. By Nomi Berger With the approach of the holidays, everyone’s...
Stay safe and happy this Thanksgiving
It’s almost Thanksgiving. This is a time when we humans tend to overindulge at the table a little bit. We may also be tempted to share the bounty with our animal companions, but there’s a few things...
24 ways to celebrate RAPS’ 24th birthday
The Regional Animal Protection Society turns 24 on September 7! For 24 years, we have been saving and improving the lives of animals – because of your support, volunteerism and generosity! The lives...