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North West Animal Shelter We are a registered charity. Our mandate is to operate an animal shelter to serve the Bulkley Valley, to rehome abused and abandoned animals.

What do you actually do for animals? We work with the Town of Smithers to rehome impounded dogs that are not claimed. We foster and adopt rescue dogs and cats both locally and throughout BC and Alberta. We have sent dogs to new homes as far away as Philidelphia and Juno. We fund raise to make sure our programs are funded and money is available to operate the shelter. We provide outreach to the com

munity by visiting schools and providing education about animal welfare. We offer spay and neutering assistance program to those who would otherwise not be able to afford the full cost. We have formed relationships with nine outside rescue groups who post available animals on their web sites, and/or take them into their programs, or connect us directly to adoptive families. We assist to screen potential adopters. We assist with photos, transportation to the airport and to veterinary appointments. We help to assess, exercise, train, and bathe rescued dogs.

FOR ADOPTION: ARTEMIS’s KITTENS are our last litter to be coming available for the time being. These babies were born, w...
13/06/2025

FOR ADOPTION: ARTEMIS’s KITTENS are our last litter to be coming available for the time being. These babies were born, while in our care, to a feral semi momma and raised in a committed and loving foster home. Despite their mom’s feelings towards most people this litter are sweet, cuddly babies. They are a good mix of fun and playful with sweet and cuddly. These babies have had limited exposure to children and are currently nervous around small and rowdy kids but could learn to live with respectful kids. They are quite comfortable with small dogs as they lived with one in their foster home and they are open to the idea of making friends with larger dogs. They are also interested in making buddies with other cats. They are still quite small and will require very easy access to their litter box, or even better a few litter boxes throughout the home, to finish up their litter training. They are up to date on vaccinations and parasite control and will come with spay or neuter contracts in place. If you’ve been looking for an adorable little fluff ball apply today at www.NWAS.ca for a chance to meet one of the ARTEMIS KITTENS

The "Dark Things" are currently residing at Total Pet. Go say hello and get some snuggles! The “Dark Things” litter was ...
11/06/2025

The "Dark Things" are currently residing at Total Pet. Go say hello and get some snuggles!

The “Dark Things” litter was aptly named by their young foster human.
Licorice - female: the boldest of the bunch, she leaps into your arms and loves to snuggle on shoulders.
Jet - female: She's a little quieter than her siblings. She won't force herself upon you but does instantly start purring as soon as you scoop her up.
Ash - male: Here is another that will climb into your arms to snuggle to day away.
Crow - male: This boy is a great mixture of snuggles and exploration.
They were born March 8th.

These babies were found abandoned when they were approximately 3 weeks old and have been bottle fed by a team of caring people. Being bottle babies, this litter is incredibly people oriented and friendly. They are eager to cuddle and honestly haven’t met a stranger. They are up to date on vaccines and parasite control and will come with a spay or neuter contract in place. If you’re looking for a new kitten apply today at www.NWAS.ca

FOR ADOPTION: BEVERLEY is a stunning approximately 18 month old female that is looking for a fun loving forever family. ...
11/06/2025

FOR ADOPTION: BEVERLEY is a stunning approximately 18 month old female that is looking for a fun loving forever family. This lovely girl came into our care while heavily pregnant and as part of a fairly large family group. She has raised her babies in a loving foster home and they have all since been adopted. Beverley’s foster home had a large calm dog in the family whom Beverley was able to live with quite amicably. She’s a little on the dominant side but has been able to get along well with all of the cats we’ve introduced her to, she just takes some time to warm up to brand new friends. Beverley is also quite comfortable with respectful children and would make an excellent family cat. Beverley does have an enlarged heart which we got checked out via cardiac ultrasound in Prince George. The ultrasound came back clear and this is something she does not require medication for and it does not effect her life expectancy etc at this time. It has been recommended by the specialist for Beverley to have her heart rechecked every year to couple of years to ensure it stays the same but at this time they have no worries for her future Beverley’s enlarged heart just means she has more love to go around! She loves pets and cuddles, loves exploring her space and loves to play! Beverley is a fairly active young cat and would do well in a mentally and physically stimulating home. If you enjoy entertaining cats, this is the girl for you! She would do well indoor only in an enriching environment, she’s a great candidate for harness training for walks, could love a catio and could do well indoor/outdoor in a safe environment. Beverley is spayed, vaccinated and up to date on parasite control. If you’ve been looking for a fun and affectionate family cat apply today at www.NWAS.ca for a chance to meet BEVERLEY

MISSING in SOUTH HAZELTON. If you’ve seen this beautiful boy please call his parents asap, they are worried sick.
11/06/2025

MISSING in SOUTH HAZELTON. If you’ve seen this beautiful boy please call his parents asap, they are worried sick.

Here comes the next litter of kittens available for adoption. The Grandoarent kittens were born in our care to a semi fe...
10/06/2025

Here comes the next litter of kittens available for adoption. The Grandoarent kittens were born in our care to a semi feral momma and grew up in a loving and dedicated foster home. While in foster care these babies learned to love humans, that cuddling is awesome and how to explore their home. They are used to having a large, calm dog around and are comfortable with other cats. They have had limited exposure to children but recently did very well with a grade 6 class that came out to visit the shelter. If you’re oooking for a kitten apply today at www.NWAS.ca for a chance to meet the GRANDPARENT Kittens

09/06/2025

Check out the amazing animals that found their happily ever after in May!

Fia did well at the recent Canadian Association of Rally Obedience Virtual Trials. She achieved her Elite Subdivision ...
09/06/2025

Fia did well at the recent Canadian Association of Rally Obedience Virtual Trials. She achieved her Elite Subdivision 1 title in the Working division performing exercises like Directed Jumping, Barrel Racing (pictured here) and Retrieve on the Flat. She's come a long way from the scared little shelter dog adopted 3 years ago from NWAS.

FOR ADOPTION: TORI is a fun and friendly year old female that is looking for a forever family to shower with her affecti...
04/06/2025

FOR ADOPTION: TORI is a fun and friendly year old female that is looking for a forever family to shower with her affection. This girl was found as a stray and surrendered to our care after no one claimed her. She has been friendly, forward and affectionate since the moment she arrived in our care. Tori loves to be loved. She could cuddle all day and will happily follow you and assist with chores if you’re busy. She’s great with people of all ages including busy children. Tori is quite comfortable with other cats. She does set her boundaries but is happy to hang out with the other cats at the shelter during her free time. Tori has also been completely non reactive towards dogs. She is quite happy indoor only with lots of cuddle time and stimulation or she could adjust to catio life or being indoor/outdoor in a safe environment. Tori is spayed, vaccinated and up to date on parasite control. If you’ve been looking for an adorable new cuddle buddy apply today at www.NWAS.ca for a chance to meet TORI

Complimentary post, these dogs are not in the care of NWAS and all representations are those of the pet guardianEcho (Bl...
04/06/2025

Complimentary post, these dogs are not in the care of NWAS and all representations are those of the pet guardian

Echo (Black) and Daisy are looking for a new home, due to allergies in the household. Both are females, litter mates, about 10 months old. They are super friendly, great with toddlers, older kids, cats and other dogs (for the most part. Echo is definitely a bit timid but she has come a long way.)

They are lab x Australian shepherd x border collie, so they love to run and play.

They are crate trained and have gone through basic obedience training. Super smart and catch on very quickly once they know the expectations. They walk beautifully on short leads. Their vaccinations are all up to date, and both spayed and micro chipped. No rehoming fee. If you are interested in the dogs please email [email protected]

We are a few days late on putting up a banner photo contest for June. This one will be a fast and furious voting period....
31/05/2025

We are a few days late on putting up a banner photo contest for June. This one will be a fast and furious voting period.

June is the start of summer so we want to see your NWAS alumni enjoying their favourite summer activities.

The photo with the most likes by 8pm Monday June 2nd will be our contest winner.

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