Bailey came to RAPS as a stray in July 2019. We can never understand how or why some people do not claim their sweet animals, but no one came for her. Bailey was not in ideal physical condition when...
Do you recognize these Muscovys?
The RAPS City of Richmond Animal Shelter is usually the temporary home to cats, dogs, rabbits, small mammals, birds and the occasional ferret or other less common companion animal who has...
George finds happy home for later years
Finding a family to take on an older animal can be a challenge. Older cats and dogs often come with health challenges and folks who foster or adopt understand that, unlike with young pets, they will...
Take 5 To Help RAPS
Thanks to you, RAPS was named Best Community Organization and the RAPS Animal Hospital was named Best Veterinarian in the Best of Richmond 2020 Awards! We need your support again! Please vote in the...
It’s Animal Wellness Week!
It’s Animal Wellness Week! October 4 – 10 is a time to reflect on the health and well-being of our companion animals. There are a few things that are obvious – getting your pet to a vet at least...
RAPS gone wild! Domestic animals aren’t the only ones we care for
While our adoptable animals at the RAPS Animal Shelter typically include dogs, cats, small animals and occasionally domesticated fowl, we also receive our fair share of injured or orphaned wildlife....
Tika Finds Forever Home
Tika was brought to the RAPS City Shelter by RCMP as sadly Tika’s owner had passed away. Sweet Tika arrived in very poor condition due to the unfortunate situation, pretty much on the brink of...
Sweet reunion! Runaway pup gets in a jam, but RAPS helps family reunite
RAPS Animal Shelter staff received a special visitor bearing gifts on Sunday when 11-year-old Isabelle Chen dropped by to thank RAPS staff for reuniting her with...
‘He’s my rock’: Plea for donations to help Metro Vancouver homeless veteran’s support dog
Meet Rocky, he’s an eight-year-old Staffordshire terrier with big brown eyes that will melt your heart. He is also a support dog for a Metro Vancouver veteran suffering from post-traumatic stress...
Volunteer of the Month – Marty Kramer
Our Volunteer of the Month is Marty Kramer, who volunteers at the RAPS Animal Hospital Thrift Store on Francis Road. Marty is hard-working funny and is one of our experts – he knows everything about...