Programs
Low Cost Spay-Neuter Assistance Program
Low-income residents of Richmond can contact RAPS for low-cost spay or neuter surgeries of their cat or cats. Using this program, RAPS will arrange to have your cat spayed or neutered, and you pay a portion of the cost. The City of Richmond bylaw requires that cats must be spayed or neutered. Please contact RAPS at 604-275-2036 if you require assistance.
Education for Pet Owners
RAPS offers free educational materials available at the Richmond Shelter on how to care for rabbits, the benefits of spaying/neutering, the 'Dog's Bill of Rights' and how to care for your cat. Please visit the Richmond Animal Shelter to pick-up information or to use our reference library of books. Also, check out our online educational site on cat care.
Free Bunny Waste for Your Garden
RAPS has over 40 domestic rabbits for adoption, and they create a lot of waste. This waste is great for adding to your compost bin or adding to your garden directly. You can pick up as much as you want at the Richmond Animal Shelter. The bunny waste bins are accessible from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM daily. The bins are located on the north side of the main shelter building. Bring a box or bin, and take all you want! We'll always have more! For questions on the bunny waste distribution call RAPS at 604-275-2036.
DNA My Dog Kits Available at the Richmond Animal Shelter
Do you wonder what kind of dog you have? If so, pick up a DNA My Dog kit at the Richmond Animal Shelter. These kits instruct you on how to get a DNA sample from your dog to find out his or her breed combination. (Don't worry! It's easy and painless!) The kit and processing costs about $60.00 plus GST+shipping. (This is the same cost as if you purchased the kit from the company, DNA-My-Dog). DNA-My-Dog will donate the proceeds towards the care of shelter dogs with special medical needs. Also, after you get your results, send us an email and picture of your dog and let us know what kind of dog he or she is. Kits are available for a $10 donation to RAPS (which is included in the $60.00 plus GST+shipping). The remainder of the cost is paid directly to DNA-My-Dog.