The RAPS family is mourning the death of a sweet dog whose twisted intestine was not treated quickly enough. It’s important for people to recognize the symptoms of this too-common and...
A sad story – and a cautionary lesson
The RAPS family is sad to report an incident that took place last night. A beautiful dog that was adopted a few months ago from the RAPS-run City of Richmond Animal Shelter was brought to us in...
Foster Failure
Jacob is a handsome senior cat who was dumped outside of RAPS in an open-top carrier in the pouring rain late last spring. Jacob has had a rough go since coming to RAPS as he was very thin,...
FIV cats need special attention
An outbreak of feline immunodeficiency virus is striking fear among cat owners on Vancouver Island. The virus, shorthanded FIV and sometimes called “feline AIDS” can often go undetected...
RAPS 2017 Annual General Meeting & Volunteer Recognition Dinner
Date: May 25, 2017Doors Open at 5:30. Seating available on a first-come-first-serve basis.Time: AGM 6:00 to 7:30 pm | Volunteer Recognition & Dinner 7:30 to 9:30 pmLocation of...
Meet Artona – Two surgeries on, she’s healing and happy
Artona is a lovely eight-month-old cat who came to RAPS as a stray. She was found lying underneath a tree, and appeared to have been hit by a car. X-rays determined that she had a severely...
RAPS animal hospital: Great care and a great cause!
RAPS is proposing to open a new animal hospital. Not only can you access the finest in veterinary care for your companion animal, but all revenue generated goes into helping more animals in our...
RAPS Volunteer Appreciation Week – April 23 – 29, 2017
Each of our incredible volunteers brings with them a unique set of skills that help better the lives of the adoptable animals in RAPS’ care. Each dedicated volunteer positively impacts the...
Proposed animal hospital to help fund animal care
The Richmond Animal Protection Society (RAPS) announced Tuesday (April 25) a significant shift in the organization’s direction that has the potential to get a lot of tails wagging in delight....
Big News! RAPS Announces New Regional Animal Hospital
Capital Campaign to Create Veterinary Hospital as Heart of Unique Model of NO-KILL animal care The Richmond Animal Protection Society (RAPS) today announces a capital campaign for the creation of...