A missing pet is heartbreaking for any family. However, for many seniors, a pet may also be their closest companion. Every year, BC SPCA shelters care for thousands of lost animals. Some appear healthy, loved, and well cared for, yet nobody comes to claim them. Could some belong to seniors
A missing pet is heartbreaking for any family. However, for many seniors, a pet may also be their closest companion. Every year, BC SPCA shelters care for thousands of lost animals. Some appear healthy, loved, and well cared for, yet nobody comes to claim them. Could some belong to seniors
One of the hardest parts of losing a pet is not knowing what they’re doing. “Are they trying to come home?” “Are they hiding?” “Have
Moving to Canada with a pet involves more than travel paperwork and vaccinations. Many immigrants and newcomers arrive with pets that already have microchips implanted.
For many pet owners, getting a microchip feels like checking an important box. The appointment is booked. The chip is implanted. Everyone breathes a little
Microchip Scanning at Stanley Park, Vancouver The BC Pet Registry team was thrilled to participate in the 11th celebration of RunGo’s annual Dash for Dogs fundraiser at Stanley Park’s Brockton Pavilion on February 23, 2025. This local event invited Vancouverites to complete a 2k, 5k, or 10k run or walk,
Losing a pet is one of the most stressful experiences a pet owner can face. The uncertainty, fear, and endless searching can be overwhelming. But what actually happens when a lost pet is found and taken to a shelter? Many pet owners assume that the process is simple—scan for a
Pet owners rely on microchips to help reunite them with their beloved companions if they ever go missing. However, a microchip is only as good as the registry behind it. When a pet registry unexpectedly shuts down, pet owners and finders can be left without access to critical information that
When it comes to identifying lost pets, microchip lookup plays a crucial role in reuniting animals with their guardians. Experienced vets and shelter staff often rely on microchip lookup tools and databases to trace the owner. While microchips are widely used, not all registries offer the same reliability. In this
Microchip Scanning at Stanley Park, Vancouver The BC Pet Registry team was thrilled to participate in the 11th celebration of RunGo’s annual Dash for Dogs fundraiser at Stanley Park’s Brockton Pavilion on February 23, 2025. This local event invited Vancouverites to complete a 2k, 5k, or 10k run or walk,
Losing a pet is one of the most stressful experiences a pet owner can face. The uncertainty, fear, and endless searching can be overwhelming. But what actually happens when a lost pet is found and taken to a shelter? Many pet owners assume that the process is simple—scan for a
Pet owners rely on microchips to help reunite them with their beloved companions if they ever go missing. However, a microchip is only as good as the registry behind it. When a pet registry unexpectedly shuts down, pet owners and finders can be left without access to critical information that
When it comes to identifying lost pets, microchip lookup plays a crucial role in reuniting animals with their guardians. Experienced vets and shelter staff often rely on microchip lookup tools and databases to trace the owner. While microchips are widely used, not all registries offer the same reliability. In this
