When a beloved cat slipped out just days after a family moved to Prince George, BC, hope seemed slim. But thanks to a registered microchip and a deep bond between pet and guardian, this story had a heartwarming ending. Learn how the BC Pet Registry helped Amanda bring Loakie home
When a beloved cat slipped out just days after a family moved to Prince George, BC, hope seemed slim. But thanks to a registered microchip and a deep bond between pet and guardian, this story had a heartwarming ending. Learn how the BC Pet Registry helped Amanda bring Loakie home
Looking for a secure and trustworthy microchip registry in British Columbia? This article explores why the BC Pet Registry is the province’s only non-profit, locally
Table of Contents The Day Miss Molly Disappeared Amalie had just settled into a new home when her curious kitten bolted. On the afternoon of
On July 20, BC SPCA Vancouver together with the BC SPCA Vancouver Hospital hosted a free microchip clinic, welcoming pet guardians from across the Lower
On July 12, 2025, the BC Pet Registry joined Friendly Paws Society at Sunset Beach in Vancouver for PawsFest. Over 100 families engaged with our team, and we scanned more than 100 pets. While 86 had microchips, 21 were not registered—meaning a potential reunion would be nearly impossible if they
Table of Contents Coco’s Disappearance April first discovered five-pound Coco at a BC SPCA shelter and felt an instant bond that made adoption inevitable. A decade later, on what began as an ordinary afternoon, she left the now–senior Yorkie with a friend for a short twenty-minute errand. The friend’s yard
Georgia the cat’s story is a touching example of how even a microchipped pet can stay lost if the chip isn’t registered. Found wandering downtown Vancouver, this sweet boy had a microchip—but no registration to lead him home. Read on to learn why microchip registration is just as important as
Table of Contents Pets Are Joining the Workday Like Never Before 😽 In 2025, more Canadian companies are redefining the workplace to support not just employees, but their pets too. From dogs snoozing under desks to cats perched near laptops, pet-friendly offices have become more common than ever. While this
On July 12, 2025, the BC Pet Registry joined Friendly Paws Society at Sunset Beach in Vancouver for PawsFest. Over 100 families engaged with our team, and we scanned more than 100 pets. While 86 had microchips, 21 were not registered—meaning a potential reunion would be nearly impossible if they
Table of Contents Coco’s Disappearance April first discovered five-pound Coco at a BC SPCA shelter and felt an instant bond that made adoption inevitable. A decade later, on what began as an ordinary afternoon, she left the now–senior Yorkie with a friend for a short twenty-minute errand. The friend’s yard
Georgia the cat’s story is a touching example of how even a microchipped pet can stay lost if the chip isn’t registered. Found wandering downtown Vancouver, this sweet boy had a microchip—but no registration to lead him home. Read on to learn why microchip registration is just as important as
Table of Contents Pets Are Joining the Workday Like Never Before 😽 In 2025, more Canadian companies are redefining the workplace to support not just employees, but their pets too. From dogs snoozing under desks to cats perched near laptops, pet-friendly offices have become more common than ever. While this
All microchips registered with the BC Pet Registry are traceable internationally via the American Animal Hospital Association’s (AAHA) universal pet microchip lookup, petmicrochiplookup.org. This partnership means that you and your pet can travel with confidence!
The BC Pet Registry is owned and operated by The British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (BC SPCA). All proceeds from this program support the life-saving work performed everyday at BC SPCA locations throughout the province.
