Nova Scotia SPCA - Yarmouth Shelter

Nova Scotia SPCA - Yarmouth Shelter Rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming pets in need thanks to animal-lovers like you. We take in animals by appointment only so please call ahead. We can help.

The Nova Scotia SPCA accepts animals into its care regardless of their age or health. We also follow no-kill principles which means we do not euthanize animals for space. Unexpected life situations happen and the SPCA strives to be approachable, non-judgemental and understanding. On average, healthy and friendly animals are adopted into loving families in less than two weeks! You simply have to ca

ll and arrange an appointment so the shelter can learn about what is the most suitable type of home for your pet. The appointment also allows the shelter to prepare a cozy space for your pet to make the transition as smooth as possible. We understand how difficult it is to surrender a pet and thank all owners who are able to make the best decision for their pet.

Our mood on this Thursday after seeing this jackpot of $10,520. ๐Ÿคฉ High paw to our newest winner, Jill Joris! ๐ŸพThe new dr...
05/08/2025

Our mood on this Thursday after seeing this jackpot of $10,520. ๐Ÿคฉ High paw to our newest winner, Jill Joris! ๐Ÿพ

The new draw is now open at WWW.SPCA5050.COM! โฌ… Next Thursday, it could be you who wins thousands. ๐Ÿ˜Ž

Our weekly jackpots help us care for the pets in our shelters across the province, and your support changes a pet's story towards their happily-ever-after. ๐Ÿ’™

Good luck! ๐Ÿฅฐ

โ€ผ๏ธToday is National Animal Disaster Preparedness Day, aimed at raising awareness of how important it is to not only make...
05/08/2025

โ€ผ๏ธToday is National Animal Disaster Preparedness Day, aimed at raising awareness of how important it is to not only make an emergency plan but also to include pets in those plans.

โœ”๏ธ This is why we put together a list of how to Be Emergency Petpared. Take some time to review the list and save it to come back to as needed.

โžก If you wish to download a PDF version, you can visit www.novascotiaspca.ca/pet-safety-at-home. Scroll until you find the "Preparing for emergencies" section.

๐Ÿค” Are there any other tips you think should be added to the list?

Are you lost in Jax's eyes the same way we are?! Kind of hard not to. ๐Ÿ˜ป But we're trying to stay on track today and remi...
05/07/2025

Are you lost in Jax's eyes the same way we are?! Kind of hard not to. ๐Ÿ˜ป But we're trying to stay on track today and remind you that in 14 hours our weekly raffle draw is closing. So, buy your tickets now at WWW.SPCA5050.COM. โฌ…๏ธ

The last winner took home almost $6000, and you could be the next one. ๐Ÿพ

Don't forget that half of this raffle goes towards helping pets in need like Jax, who are on their journey to finding their happily ever after. So, the higher the jackpot, the more pets win too! Thank you for your support and for being a paw-some community! ๐Ÿ’™

Now, back to staring at Jax! ๐Ÿฅน

P.S.: Jax is up for adoption at the Yarmouth SPCA Shelter. He is bonded with his brother, Opie. Find more information at www.novascotiaspca.ca/adoptions. ๐Ÿฅฐ

Did you know May is Leave a Legacy Month? ๐Ÿค”Not a lot of people know that leaving a gift in their will to their favourite...
05/06/2025

Did you know May is Leave a Legacy Month? ๐Ÿค”

Not a lot of people know that leaving a gift in their will to their favourite charity, like the Nova Scotia SPCA, is even an option. This month is an encouragement to reflect on how you would like to be remembered and help both your family and community. ๐Ÿค—

But before getting into the nitty gritty, our friends at Epilogue have a great post about myths and wills. Give it a read at the link below:

โžกhttps://epiloguewills.com/blog/5-myths-about-making-a-will-and-the-real-scoop-youll-wish-you-knew-sooner

๐Ÿพ And if you wish to know more about leaving a gift in your will to the Nova Scotia SPCA and how your legacy helps pets like Ziggy, visit www.novascotiaspca.ca/leave-a-legacy.

**OWNER FOUND**Are you missing me??? This female dog was found in Darlings Lake. She is safe and sound at the Yarmouth S...
05/04/2025

**OWNER FOUND**

Are you missing me??? This female dog was found in Darlings Lake. She is safe and sound at the Yarmouth SPCA. If you know her, please contact us at 902-742-9767 or email [email protected].

***Please be kind. While we appreciate your compassion and empathy, we ask that you refrain from any comments that include profanity, harassment, aggression or that may be considered disrespectful or derogatory per our guidelines. We reserve the right to remove comments without warning. We also reserve the right to block or remove access to those who violate our social media guidelines.*

๐Ÿน๐Ÿ’š Meet Danika & Allison โ€“ Your Future Adventure Buddies! ๐Ÿ’š๐ŸนWhile we adore these sweet little guinea piggies, we know th...
05/03/2025

๐Ÿน๐Ÿ’š Meet Danika & Allison โ€“ Your Future Adventure Buddies! ๐Ÿ’š๐Ÿน

While we adore these sweet little guinea piggies, we know there's a perfect forever home out there just waiting for them! Danika and Allison are a bonded pair, and they come with a very special adoption fee to help them find that special someone.

Theyโ€™re full of personality and love nothing more than munching on their favorite treatsโ€”greens, apples, carrots, radishes... the list goes on! ๐Ÿฅฌ๐Ÿ๐Ÿฅ•

Come meet them in person and bring a snack or twoโ€”theyโ€™d love to meet you!

Could you be the partner in guinea pig adventures these lovely ladies have been waiting for?

๐Ÿ“ Yarmouth SPCA
๐Ÿ“… Open Tuesday to Sunday
๐Ÿ•™ 10am โ€“ 4pm
๐Ÿ“ 298 Hardscratch Rd

Itโ€™s and ! โœจWe are incredibly lucky to have hundreds of amazing animal lovers who give their talent and time. These a...
05/02/2025

Itโ€™s and ! โœจ

We are incredibly lucky to have hundreds of amazing animal lovers who give their talent and time. These are just a few of our wonder-fur volunteers across the province. ๐Ÿพ

Usually, they have their hands fullโ€ฆ quite literally. Be it in the shelters, thrift stores, or helping with community events. Which is why we wanted to let them know what they mean to us. ๐Ÿฅน

From our shelter staff, "Our volunteers make a profound impact across our entire organization. Through their time, compassion, and dedication, they are not only changing the lives of the animals in our care but also uplifting and supporting our staff in meaningful ways."

On behalf of all our furry friends, we want to thank you for your kindness, generosity and dedication to helping local animals in need. You continue to inspire and empower us. ๐Ÿ’™

P.S. We are always looking to connect with more passionate volunteers. Come see for yourself how rewarding it is. Click here: www.novascotiaspca.ca/volunteer. โฌ…

๐Ÿšจ Uh-ohโ€ฆ Laundry Emergency! ๐ŸšจOur trusty washing machine has officially thrown in the towel ๐Ÿงบ๐Ÿ’” โ€” and with all the furry, ...
05/02/2025

๐Ÿšจ Uh-ohโ€ฆ Laundry Emergency! ๐Ÿšจ
Our trusty washing machine has officially thrown in the towel ๐Ÿงบ๐Ÿ’” โ€” and with all the furry, muddy, shedding, rolling-in-who-knows-what creatures in our care, thatโ€™s kind of a big deal!

We go through a mountain of laundry every day โ€” blankets, towels, bedding, you name it โ€” and right now weโ€™re up a creek without a spin cycle. ๐Ÿ˜ฌ

If you happen to have a working washing machine you're no longer using, or know someone looking to part ways with theirs, weโ€™d be so incredibly grateful for a donation. Every bit helps us keep our animals clean, cozy, and cared for! ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿงผ

Feel free to message us here or call:
[email protected] or 902-742-9767!
Thank you for supporting the critters โ€” and our never-ending pile of laundry. ๐Ÿ’™

***STOCK PHOTO***

๐Ÿš€ Meet Peter Quill โ€“ Guardian of Your Heart! ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿ’™This 2-year-old pit bull isnโ€™t just named after a superhero โ€” he is one. ...
05/02/2025

๐Ÿš€ Meet Peter Quill โ€“ Guardian of Your Heart! ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿ’™
This 2-year-old pit bull isnโ€™t just named after a superhero โ€” he is one. With a heart as big as his muscles and enough energy to power a small galaxy, Peter Quill is the total package: loyal, loving, goofy, and ready to blast off into his forever home!

Peter is the perfect mix of play and chill โ€” your go-to guy for outdoor adventures and your ultimate cuddlebug when the skies turn gray. Rainy day movie marathons? Heโ€™s in. Long walks or weekend hikes? Heโ€™ll lead the charge (then nap like a champ).

Despite his superhero strength, Peter is a gentle giant with lovely manners. Heโ€™s been around kids 8 and up, and heโ€™s generally good with other dogs โ€” just needs a successful meet-and-greet with any current canine roommates to make sure everyoneโ€™s on the same page (or sniff).

๐Ÿ’ซ One important note from HQ: All members of the household must meet Peter before adoption โ€” heโ€™s very thorough with his team selection. After all, saving the galaxy (or snuggling on the couch) is a team effort.

If youโ€™re ready for laughs, loyalty, and a lifetime of love, Peter Quill is waiting. Come meet this lovable legend โ€” your heart may never be the same. ๐Ÿ’ซ๐Ÿถ

Yarmouth SPCA - 298 Hardscratch Rd
Tuesday through Sunday 10am to 4pm

Happy Volunteer Week! Itโ€™s been said that volunteers are ordinary people with extraordinary hearts. ๐Ÿฅฐ They offer the gif...
05/01/2025

Happy Volunteer Week! Itโ€™s been said that volunteers are ordinary people with extraordinary hearts. ๐Ÿฅฐ They offer the gift of their time and talents to teach, to listen, to help, to inspire, to comfort, to build. They expect no pay, but the value of their work is priceless. Jean Lavers is one of the amazing volunteers at the SPCA Cape Breton Shelter. And her volunteering journey is nothing short of inspiring. โœจ

Read ๐‚๐š๐ซ๐ข๐ง๐  ๐‡๐ž๐š๐ซ๐ญ, ๐‚๐š๐ซ๐ข๐ง๐  ๐‡๐š๐ง๐๐ฌ in the Paw Print here: https://mailchi.mp/spcans/the-paw-print-2025-april โฌ…

Eyes on the prize! Especially when that prize is half of this week's jackpot of $11,450! ๐Ÿ™ŒWowza. That's what we also cal...
05/01/2025

Eyes on the prize! Especially when that prize is half of this week's jackpot of $11,450! ๐Ÿ™ŒWowza. That's what we also call starting a new month on the right paw. Congratulations to Patricia MacIntyre! โœจ

โžก Visit WWW.SPCA5050.COM today!

Don't forget our raffles take place weekly, and you can buy tickets for a chance to win BIG while helping pets in need. ๐Ÿ˜Ž

Good luck! ๐Ÿพ

Are you missing me??? This handsome boy has been hanging around in Overton. He is safe and sound at the Yarmouth SPCA. I...
05/01/2025

Are you missing me??? This handsome boy has been hanging around in Overton. He is safe and sound at the Yarmouth SPCA. If you know him, please contact us at 902-742-9767 or email [email protected].

***Please be kind. While we appreciate your compassion and empathy, we ask that you refrain from any comments that include profanity, harassment, aggression or that may be considered disrespectful or derogatory per our guidelines. We reserve the right to remove comments without warning. We also reserve the right to block or remove access to those who violate our social media guidelines.*

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298 Hardscratch Road, RR#4
Yarmouth, NS
B5A5H8

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+19027429767

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Proudly following open-admission and no-kill principles, the Nova Scotia SPCA is a registered charity that helps companion animals in need. Every year, more than 16,000 pets are helped through animal rescue, progressive programs, and rehoming opportunities.

Some pets were abandoned, injured, homeless or abusedโ€ฆ but they all deserve a second chance.

We work one-on-one with them to rebuild their trust, fully vet them so they are safe and healthy, and give around-the-clock care until they find their forever family.

We do not receive any government funding for our shelters throughout the province. 100% of the money raised in each community stays in that community to help local pets in need. Donate today to make a difference here.