With help from our supporters, Angel was able to receive the dental surgery she urgently needed.
Angel's guardian, Bhavna shared, “I’m so relieved and blessed… this means the absolute world to me. Just when I felt so hopeless and helpless, you guys have potentially helped me save her life.”
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URGENT: Lil Dipper needs care for severe pneumonia
Can you donate today to help Lil Dipper get the care he needs and stay by his guardian Corrina’s side?
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Minerva is back home!
With your help, Minerva the cat was able to receive treatment for an intestinal obstruction after swallowing a cat toy.
“Thank you so much. I’m so incredibly grateful,” Minerva's guardian, Kiera said. “This support truly means the world to me and to Minerva.”
URGENT: Angel the dog needs surgery and dental care
Bhavna has already spent her monthly disability cheque to pay for Angel’s testing and exams and has nothing left for Angel’s urgent surgery.
Can you help Angel? Learn more and donate:
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Wild, exotic #animals have complex needs. Frequent travel, handling & temporary enclosures can cause chronic stress.
B.C.’s #exoticanimal regulations are outdated & don't fully prioritize animal welfare or public health.
We break down the science-based policy changes needed in our latest blog.
Sweet Oliver the cat has also been diagnosed with a painful dental disease affecting his back teeth.
Could you donate today to help relieve Oliver’s pain and give him more healthy years with his best friend, Melissa? ❤️
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Long-tailed macaques are endangered, yet Canada imported 10,000+ from Cambodia between 2023-25 for experimentation. A new e-petition calls on the federal government to investigate and strengthen import controls.
If you are a Canadian citizen or resident, sign before the morning of April 28, 2026.
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Astro is back home!
Thanks to the kindness and generosity of our incredible community, Astro was able to get the surgery he needed to remove a cancerous tumour at the base of his tail.
Astro is now back home recovering with lots of rest, cuddles, and purrs alongside Cameron and his brother Poe.
A graphic with a person in front of a laptop speaking on the phone and petting a cat. Text: Now hiring: Program Coordinator for the McVitie Fund. One-year contract with possibility to renew. Email: info@vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca
The Vancouver Humane Society is hiring a Program Coordinator for the McVitie Fund! Learn more and apply for this role coordinating the organization’s veterinary assistance programs: vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/hiring...
The Equine Code of Practice guides how horses are cared for in Canada. The public comment period closes March 12, 2026.
This is your last chance to help strengthen protections for horses and donkeys.
Make a difference and submit your feedback today!
In a recent episode of The Informed Animal Ally, we looked back at Season 3, which covered areas of the VHS's work including advocacy and life-saving veterinary support.
Learn more at the link! #podcast
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When pasture and crops used for feed are added together, livestock production is the single biggest replacement of non-forest ecosystems globally. In other words: Meat and dairy simply cannot be ignored in efforts to rein in agricultural expansion and protect natural ecosystems. 9/
Thanks to the kindness and generosity of our incredible community, Frank was able to get the dental treatment she urgently needed.
“Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. This means so much to me,” Noelle shared.
Thank you for making sure Frank and Noelle did not have to face this alone.
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URGENT: Minerva needs emergency surgery after swallowing a plastic toy 🚨
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A 2024 study looked at how people in #Canada talk about exotic #pets on social media, and the findings are concerning. When content makes wild #animals look trendy or easy to care for, it can increase demand. And increased demand puts animals at risk.
👉 Read the key takeaways on our website
Your love can help Annie the curious kitten heal and get back on her paws after a bad fall at home left her with three broken toes.
To learn more and send a thoughtful Valentine's Day e-card, visit: vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/urgent...
Horse-drawn carriage rides may feel nostalgic, but Vancouver’s streets have changed.
In this video, we share recent footage from 2025 and explain why horse-drawn carriages on busy city streets no longer align with modern traffic, safety, or animal welfare standards.
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A black and white cat resting on a blanket and looking into the camera
URGENT: Astro needs surgery to remove a cancerous tumour
Can you donate today to help Astro get the urgent surgery he needs?
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🐴 Have your say on the care and handling standards for #horses and donkeys in #Canada!
The draft #Equine Code of Practice is open for public comment until March 12, 2026. Everyone can participate, even feedback on one section makes a difference.
👉 vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/have-y...
A new season of 'Fear Factor', filmed in B.C. and involving local animal handlers, raised serious animal welfare concerns and prompted the VHS to file cruelty complaints.
👉 Speak up for animals & join the VHS in filing complaints:
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Canada has the opportunity to move toward modern, humane science, but only if we act quickly.
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Frank is suffering from severe dental disease and urgently needs treatment. Without surgery, her condition could worsen.
Please consider donating to help Frank get the dental care she needs to return home to her loving guardian, Noelle. ❤️
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The new 2025 Global Report from @lancetcountdown.bsky.social offers a sobering look at climate impacts, but shows that we each have the power to make change.
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Cosmo is back home!
Thanks to the compassion of our community, baby Cosmo was able to receive the emergency care he needed after a heavy gate accidentally fell on him. He is now safely back home with his guardian, Eva. 🩵
Thank you for signing!
Great news for horses! Read about some important progress in the global move away from using horses for carriage rides, plus a quick action you can take to help protect horses in Vancouver today.
The new year brings new opportunities to stand up for animals!
As we look forward to making more progress for animals in 2026, here is a look back at the incredible milestones animal allies accomplished together in 2025.
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Trying Veganuary and worried about getting enough nutrients? Research shows you don't need to be intimidated by plant-based eating.
ALL diets require planning for nutrients, and experts say plant-based eating is an effective strategy for improving health.
plantuniversity.ca/blog-post/ma...
Last week, the Government of Canada introduced Bill C-16, the Protecting Victims Act, which moves to criminalize the distribution of animal sexual abuse images & recognizes animals as victims of coercive control.
Take action: help this bill become law!
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/suppor...
Image: Horses in a wooden shipping crate. Text: Campaign update: 4 years later, renewed calls to end live horse export for slaughter
Four years since the federal government promised to ban live horse export for slaughter. Since then, 10,700 horses have been shipped to their deaths. Join the day of action: remind decision-makers of their commitment and call for a ban, once and for all!
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