BC SPCA Tri-Cities Education & Adoption Centre
1-2565 Barnet Highway V3H-4E2 Coquitlam, BC, Canada

Looking for a clowder to call your own? Contact the BC SPCA Richmond Branch for more information!

Mia's so cute & sweet, we couldn't help but share the entire collection of photos her new family sent in of this happy, playful little girl. Enjoy!

Tip Tuesday Stray and community cats struggle through the winter months to find enough food, water and shelter. Are there outdoor cats in your neighbourhood? Learn how to help them as temperatures drop including a DIY winter cat shelter! https://spca.bc.ca//four-ways-to-keep-community-cats-saf/... #TipTuesday

Calling all animal loving kidsthe BC SPCA is hosting workshops on Nov 20th & 27th! Our popular school holiday workshops are now available to anyone in BC. For only $15 ($10 if you register early) you get live interactive sessions with youth educators, guest speakers where you can play games and learn all about animals. For more information, visit: https://spca.bc.ca//f/workshops-summer-camps-youth-events/

This little guy might need to work on his hide & seek game - but he did find a wonderful new family! They sent us the following update: "Just wanted to thank you for connecting our family with Hunter last week. The kids recently saw a Charlie Chaplin movie and wanted to rename him Charlie because of his little moustache. He doesn’t seem to mind. He’s still living in the basement while we work on getting our senior cat used to him, but he’s getting lots of love and has a nice warm room to curl up in at night."

In order to protect our staff, volunteers and members of the public during the COVID-19 pandemic, it has become necessary for us to significantly restrict public access to our SPCA shelters, effective immediately. Except for appointments for adoptions and emergency surrenders, there will be no public access to SPCA facilities. However, staff and volunteers will continue to be on site caring for the animals, and to provide emergency treatment and on-going care for animals who come into our custody through cruelty investigations. For full details and regular updates: https://spca.bc.ca/news/covid19/

Winter is coming... so it is time for some pre-winter workshops for animal-loving kids! Our humane education team is running Pro-D day workshops on November 20 & 27, with different themes for 8-11 year olds and 11-14 year olds. Go to our website for more details at https://spca.bc.ca/.../workshops-summer-camps-youth-events/

If you're interested in fostering or adopting Rocky please e-mail the West Vancouver branch directly at [email protected] with the title "Interested in fostering/adopting Rocky" Please help Rocky by sharing this post! Maybe someone in your circle can help

We have another happy tail to brighten your day! Dylan was a scared kitten that had gotten hurt and was having seizures when he was brought into the care of the BC SPCA. After spending a few weeks with our foster volunteer, he is now in his "furever home." We just received a wonderful update from his new family: "I named him Braylon which means a gift from God. It seems that he looks scared and awkward a bit when he first came to my place, but now he let me touch and even pi...ck him up. Bray is very playful, more so than any other cats I have ever seen, and has an incredible jumping skill! I am still trying to gain his trust and finally today he purred and snuggled up to me. And I love how active and affectionate he becomes especially in the late night and early morning hours. Thank you so much for giving me a great opportunity to adopt him, and I am very glad to have him as my new family member." See more

Just like you and me, our pets need daily exercise to stay happy and healthy, but what can you do on days you're spending more time inside due to smokey skies or really bad weather? Well, we've got you covered! We've compiled some of our favourite indoor activities for you to do with your favourite fur friends. From Hide and Seek to scent games, we've got a variety of activities to keep your fur friend active, mentally and physically! Check out our Pet Exercise: Thinking Inside the House activity for instructions and ideas! https://spca.bc.ca//youth-activity-pet-exercise-inside-the

Ever wonder what your furry friend is thinking? Understanding their body language is a step in the right direction! Print out our cat observation activity sheet and watch our "cat mind reading" video. At the end there is a cat observation challenge! Have your activity sheet ready and see if you can pinpoint certain behaviours and understand how these cats are feeling! Activity can be found here: https://spca.bc.ca//up/youth-activity-cat-observations.pdf... Kids can check their answers here! https://spca.bc.ca//youth-activity-cat-observations-answer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rDtXpfEyJP8&feature=youtu.be

Alumni Update Meet Tessa the Cat. Sweet Tessa was adopted from our centre around 2 years ago and we are so excited to get an update from her guardians. "She loves our home , my 4-year old daughter, her big cat tree, and is often trying to escape into the hall to visit her boyfriend (my neighbour's cat, Waffle).... We couldn't be happier with our pet and wanted to thank all of you who look after these animals and find them their forever homes !" Thank you for the wonderful update and pictures - Tessa looks quite comfortable in her chair! We've so happy Tessa is doing great and loving her 'essentials'. Thank you for choosing to adopt! #AlumniUpdate #AdoptDontShop

Time for an amazing update. Grab a cup of tea or coffee & settle in for this one: Champaign was living her life outside as a stray in William’s Lake when she wound up pregnant! She must have sensed her babies were about to arrive because she went out of her way to make herself known to a nearby house who was concerned for her and let her come inside their home. After her three kittens were born, the family was then brought in to receive the best possible care. After receiv...Continue reading

These two found their furever home & their soulmate! Victor (aka Patrick) and Takshido (aka Ember's) family sent us an update with some super cute pictures - these two clearly love each other, & their new home!

Tip Tuesday Coyote sightings are common in both rural and urban communities across B.C. Just like dogs, coyotes are smart, playful and social. But their role in the ecosystem as scavengers and rodent predators can present dangers for cats and small dogs. Learn more: https://spca.bc.ca/news/keep-pets-safe-coyotes/... #TipTuesday

Alumni Update Oki and his siblings were found on a farm in Abbotsford. They spent some time in foster care with our wonderful foster volunteers and now have all found their #furevehomes. Here are recent photos - getting along so well with his feline brother "Yin Yang" and the rest of the family. ... #AlumniUpdate #AdoptDontShop

Adorable kitten alert! Little Bronson was recently adopted, & is obviously loving life being spoiled in his new home. His new owner shared these super cute photos, & says he is doing amazing, & a super active boy!

Tip Tuesday Get your DIY hat on and try out these fun rabbit treat toys! Prevent bunny boredom and keep your rabbits entertained. These are easy to make, fun for your fluffy companion, and easy on the wallet. For more about rabbit care visit: https://spca.bc.ca/faqs/small-pet-care/... #TipTuesday #rabbit

Do you want your dog to be happier, & more relaxed? Humane training can help! Learn to recognize the 5 elements of humane training for a happier dog, & a happier you!

Are you looking for a meaningful gift for someone in your life, or another way to help out? Our adopt-a-kennel program could be the answer! Your gift will help the animals in our care for a whole year. To learn more: https://shop.spca.bc.ca/collections/tri-cities

Happy Tails : Jasper! We received a wonderful update from Jasper (formerly Lyle), who is now well settled in his #fureverhome. "He spends the day following us around, very playful. When we sit down to rest, read, or watch TV or internet, he is the first one to accommodate himself on our laps. He loves to cuddle which is amazing because we do too! At the window of my son’s room, he appreciates the outside and gets some sun. He also loves his new toy and his bathroom mann...ers are fantastic! No accidents at all! No scratching furnitures (only his scratching pole). He has already gained some weight and had his last dose of vaccine done. We could not be happier! His presence in our lives brought some kind of more unity to our family; now we spend time just being around him as a family." Thank you for choosing to adopt! It's great to hear Jasper is comfortable and happy in his new home! We hope your family and Jasper will continue to have lots of cuddle time and beautiful family moments together.

Tip Tuesday Surfaces such as pavement retain heat over time and can become dangerously hot. Our furry companions have sensitive paw pads that can receive burns on a warm day! Keep these tips in mind before you reach for the leash:... https://spca.bc.ca/news/protect-pets-paws-hot-pavement-2/ #TipTuesday #BCSPCA #summer

Meet Merve & Daryl! If you love rats, you will love these beautiful boys. Merve is approximately 6 months old & Daryl is about 1 year old. They are currently being housed with one another & would like to find their "furever" home together. They are getting closer day by day and we have even found them sleeping next to each other on occasion! Merve is a real adventurer and Daryl loves to come say hi to you as you walk by. ... They would do best in a rat-savvy home that would continue with their daily socialization. Learn more about them here: https://adopt.spca.bc.ca/pets/112926/?from_search=true

Adoption Update : Blaze (formerly Earl) This is just too cute! How adorable is he? Here is a wonderful update from his guardians: "We take a lot of pics, as he is so cute! Blaze is a really good natured kitten who loves to play, use the house as formula 1 track and then climb on us for a nap. He is very trusting and loving - lots of kisses for us and doesn't scratch, bite or hiss: a very happy little guy. Our family members are all enamoured with him! Thank you, again, f...or choosing us as a home for him." Thank you for choosing adoption and sharing this lovely update with us! Blaze is such a handsome fellow and he looks so happy at his #fureverhome! #AdoptionUpdate #HappyTail

Tip Tuesday With summer vacation plans shifting to B.C. based adventures, many pet guardian’s plans include their four-legged family members. But have you considered the special preparations you’ll need to keep your pets safe and happy on the road? Check out our top 10 essential travel tips for pets: https://spca.bc.ca/news/safe-summer-pet-travel-tips/... #TipTuesday

Get rid of those Monday morning blues, we've got another Happy Tail for you! Grete (now Rosie) came to us with her mother and siblings and was put into the care of one of our wonderful foster volunteers. The entire litter ending up having health issues and it was a little tricky at times, but they are now all adopted into their "furever" homes. Her new owner writes that "She is a happy girl, very easy going " and is growing so quickly with long, rabbit-like feet. Awww!

Congratulations to In Partnership Dog Training! They received their AnimalKind accreditation and are the newest member of the AnimalKind dog training community. They join a growing list of dog trainers who use science-based, positive reinforcement training and work hard to make punishment-based training a thing of the past. Find In Partnership Dog Training and the complete list of accredited trainers at https://spca.bc.ca//animalkind-dog-t/animalkind-companies/

Cat fosters needed! We are opening up intake for foster volunteers for the BC SPCA Tri-Cities branch. Please note that we are currently seeking volunteers who have the time and resources to work with mom cats and their litters. This is usually an 8 week commitment, but can sometimes be for much longer. Please do not apply for this role if you have upcoming summer vacation plans. Often fostering requires a lot of work, time, and commitment. Animals may need to be transported ...back and forth to the shelter for weekly checkups, and may require vet exams on short notice. All supplies will be provided to you throughout the fostering period. We are so appreciative of your time and help with providing the mother cats and their kittens with the care that they require. We often have adopters interested in this type of opportunity so they can find someone to adopt, but those interested need to know that not all foster animals may be available for adoption. We are also in need of fosters who can make a long-term commitment to the program. Fostering for us can be fun and rewarding and is a labour of love! You will play a key role in the animal's pathway to their forever home. If you are interested in fostering and can help with this, please apply with the subject line "Application to Foster for Tri-Cities" to [email protected] and we will provide you with further information. Thank you and we look forward to meeting you!