Sweet boy Elvis seemed all shook up when discovered by folks in Bella Bella. But there will be no heartbreak hotel for this cool cat … He’s getting all patched up at the RAPS Animal Hospital and we...
Chonky cats get diet advice
Who doesn’t love a chonky cat? They’re adorable … but, just as in humans, obesity is a risk factor for a vast range of health issues, including shortened lifespans. Giving our pets treats and...
Cat Sanctuary Donations: Can you help?
Next time you go shopping, consider picking up a thing or two for the resdients of the RAPS Cat Sanctuary Do you have a cat? Maybe you have two or three. We have hundreds! Can you imagine the amount...
Noel loses a leg but gains a life
After tragedy, feral cat has leg amputated, but adapts and can’t get enough lovin’ Volunteers who humanely trap cats in the Fraser Valley discovered a farm where a number of ferals were living. The...
A Holiday Ghost Story
We have a holiday ghost story but it’s not what you think. In late October, a gentleman emailed the RAPS admin office requesting immediate help. He had rescued four cats that were living in a...
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...
How does RAPS’ adoption process work?
Ever wonder about RAPS’ adoption process? How do animals come to us? How do we decide which home they will be adopted to? What do we do with challenging animals, such as those with behavioural...
Toby’s Very Happy Ending!
Despite extremely rare condition, Toby is back to normal and expected to have many more years One family is relieved and thrilled after their 11-year-old cat experienced an incredibly rare health...
Microchipping is a Must
Millions of dogs go missing each year. Unfortunately, many are ever reunited with their guardians. Many of them become and remain strays. Others are taken to pounds or shelters, where they are...
July 10 is National Kitten Day!
Happy National Kitten Day! We know … for some of us, everyday is National Kitten Day. Still, let’s take a minute to think about the felines in our lives. National Kitten Day is intended to...