BC SPCA Tri-Cities

08/23/2026

🦝 Are you seeing more juvenile raccoons on the move?
In August, young raccoons begin to leave their den and explore their local neighourhood. This is a good time to ensure that any food or attractants around your home are removed and to give these young animals plenty of space as they learn how to be on their own in the wild.

🦝 Learn more about raccoons today and how to prevent conflicts with these cute and crafty neighbours: https://spca.bc.ca/programs-services/wild-animal-programs/wildlife-coexistence/learn-about-bc-wildlife/raccoons/

Photo credit: Sandra Bowie

08/22/2026

✨ ** : Tyrion!** ✨

We just received the happiest update about **Saga — now Tyrion**, our once‑wobbly wonder bunny. His **adopters** have been working hard to help him build strength, and it shows — Tyrion is *thriving*.

He now runs full **“Bunny 500s”** up and down their 18‑foot hallway runner, proving he’s become quite the little athlete. And through it all, he’s still the same **lovable, snuggly boy** he’s always been — zoomies followed by cuddles is his perfect routine.

Here’s to Tyrion, showing us that with love, patience, and a little training, every bunny writes their own perfect endings… **and beginnings.** 💛🐇✨

Thank you to our incredible supporters, community, and adopters for making moments like this possible.

08/20/2026

No one should have to leave a beloved pet behind to find safety.
Through the BC SPCA's Safekeepers Program, pets receive temporary foster care while individuals fleeing interpersonal violence access the support they need. When the time is right, families are reunited because keeping pets and people together matters. 🐾

Learn more about this important program and how it's changing lives:
https://spca.bc.ca/programs-services/community-work/safekeepers-program/

08/17/2026

Between August 17 and August 23, Royale is generously matching donations to the BC SPCA Tri-Cities Animal Centre up to $500❤️

Give today to have your loving gift to the animals doubled: https://spca.bc.ca/locations/tri-cities/?form=donationstri-cities

Thank you ROYALE Kittens / Chatons❤️

08/16/2026

Does your dog get over-excited on walks? 🐕
Over-excitement in dogs is quite common, and it might make walks a little challenging.

Here are helpful tips from AnimalKind-accredited trainer Lynn Gagnon of Stoked Dogs:
“If you think your dog is simply over-stimulated and not anxious, the best thing to do is to try and change the environment, go to a calmer environment to help set your dog up for success, and start walking them on a longer leash (a leash over the standard 6 ft).

Here is why: A calmer environment coupled with a longer leash will allow them to explore, sniff, and let loose a bit more than a restricted 6 ft leash in a highly over-stimulating environment.”

See all the tips on the AnimalKind website >> https://animalkind.ca/kind-corner-walking-overexcited-dog/

🐾If you think your dog is anxious and their anxiety is driving how over-stimulated they get, seek help from a professional dog trainer and your veterinarian. 🐾

08/13/2026

Will you help us fill our pet food bank? We are especially in need of dry and wet cat food this summer. All donations will go straight to families in need in the Tri-Cities. Any type of unopened, unexpired pet food is welcome! Items can be dropped off at our BC SPCA Tri-Cities location at #1 - 2565 Barnet Highway (at Falcon Drive) from 10:30 am to 5:30 pm every day.

The animals in our care are treated to food provided by our generous partner, Hill’s Pet Nutrition, and we hope with your help that other pets in our community can feel nourished and healthy too! Thank you always for your love and support ❤️🐾

08/11/2026

08/11/2026

As air quality advisories come up across the province due to wildfires, it’s worth taking precautions to ensure our pets are as comfortable as humans are in the haze and summer heat. When air quality advisories are issued, many of the same warnings for humans tend to apply for cats, dogs and other animals.

Get our tips for helping your pets in an air quality advisory through the link below:
https://spca.bc.ca/news/how-to-help-pets-air-quality-advisory/

08/08/2026

✨ ** : Maisie!** ✨

Maisie’s adopter sent us the sweetest update, and it’s clear this little girl has truly blossomed in her new home. She’s settled in beautifully — happy, playful, and full of zoomies.

Her adopter was nervous about introductions, but Maisie has been welcomed with open paws by resident cats **Emma and Felix**. The three now share the home peacefully, and their growing friendship has been heartwarming to watch.

Maisie has completely stolen her adopter’s heart. She loves snoozing on the bed during work hours and has become such an important part of the family that her adopter “can’t imagine home without her.”

We’re so grateful to everyone who helped Maisie get to this moment — our supporters, community, and adopters make these happy endings possible. 💛🐾

08/04/2026