BC SPCA — Safekeepers Program (Pet Foster Care for People Fleeing Violence): by phone. Who it's for: Fleeing interpersonal violence; live in the Lower Mainland, North Okanagan Regional District, or Kelowna.
Categories: Pets & Animals, Victim Services
If you are leaving a violent home and can't take your pet, the BC SPCA can foster your pet for up to six months. A specially trained foster family cares for your pet so you can get safe and keep your pet. They take dogs, cats, rabbits, and small animals. ▸ Who can get this? • You are fleeing interpersonal violence • You live in the Lower Mainland, the North Okanagan Regional District, or Kelowna ▸ How to get help: 1. Email safekeepers@spca.bc.ca, or call the Animal Helpline at 1-855-622-7722 and ask about the Safekeepers Program. 2. Reach out as early as you can — finding a foster takes time. ▸ Planning tips from the BC SPCA: • Remove the abuser's name from your pet's vet, microchip, ID tag, and licence records • Get your pet's vet records • Pack two days of food and all medications • Keep proof you own the pet (adoption papers, vet records) In an emergency, or to report animal cruelty, call 1-855-622-7722.
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