This week has been National Dog Week! To celebrate, we are sharing a story of a very happy ending! In July 2017, Faye came to the RAPS City of Richmond Animal Shelter as a stray. She was found...
Homeless veteran needs help for dog injured in crash on way to food bank
After a serious car crash on the way to a Richmond food bank last week, a veteran is waiting to find out what his best friend’s future is going to look like. READ ARTICLE
RAPS needing help to save homeless Richmond man’s dog
The no-kill charity that runs Richmond’s animal shelter is asking for the public’s help after a homeless man’s beloved dog was badly hurt in a car accident. The Regional Animal Protection Society...
‘It scares me, but I do have hope’: Coast Guard veteran hopes to save paralyzed dog
A homeless veteran of the Canadian Coast Guard is pleading for help after being involved in a serious car accident along with his dog, Rocky. Gregory Wright and his terrier were on their way to a...
Huge thanks to Cowell Auto Group
Huge thanks to the team at the Cowell Auto Group, exceptional volunteers who have devoted (and continue to devote) hours every month to support the animals of RAPS! Three times every month, between...
Kitten Adoption Event
UPDATE: We are now at capacity for the Cat Sanctuary Adoption Event. Thank you to everyone who filled out applications. We will be taking adoption applications at the Richmond City Shelter for more...
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...
Big improvements at RAPS Cat Sanctuary
The RAPS Cat Sanctuary, Canada’s largest cat sanctuary, is undergoing some exciting upgrades and improvements. The RAPS Cat Sanctuary was built to provide a home for rescued, homeless and...
Make a plan to be safe
Natural or other disasters can be catastrophic, but planning ahead reduces the likelihood of death or injury. Keeping your family safe and preparing for a natural or other disaster requires some...
Help the RAPS Animal Hospital Open 24/7
When your pet needs care, they can’t wait. We can turn the RAPS Animal Hospital into a 24/7 facility. Will you help? Since last year, we have been incredibly fortunate to have the RAPS Animal...