Over 100 animals waiting for homes in Vancouver Island and Sunshine Coast regions

The BC SPCA are currently caring for over 100 animals across the Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast region. 

Staff and volunteers are looking to connect these dogs, cats, birds, rabbits and guinea pigs with forever homes, after having them in the BC SPCA’s care for more than 100 days. 

The organization says that this year, there are far more animals in need of homes than in 2025, particularly kittens and puppies.

According to the BC SPCA, the reasons these animals had to enter their care varied. 

Some were found as strays or came into care through animal protection investigations, while many were surrendered because their owners could not afford their care, had more animals than they could manage or faced challenges finding pet-friendly housing.

“Pets reduce loneliness and help people make important social connections,” said Sarah Herring, senior officer, government relations for the BC SPCA. 

“Pet restrictions in rentals and strata make systemic housing barriers even more challenging, and force people to make the heartbreaking choice between a member of their family and a roof over their head.”

The BC SPCA have highlighted a small number of the animals in their care across the two regions that need a home. 

Some of these animals on Vancouver Island include:

• Victoria: Kiya is a senior girl who for a long time, was not properly cared for and deserves to live the rest of her life pain free and surrounded by love 
• Nanaimo: Ozzie is a handsome, goofy Husky mix who is happy, snuggly and ready to find an experienced forever family to call his own
• Comox: Kota didn’t have an easy start in life, missed out on important experiences and life skills dogs typically learn when they’re young and needs a patient, confident owner who can provide structure, guidance and love

“We always want to see animals who are ready for adoption getting out of the centres and into their new homes as soon as possible,” said Leon Davis, regional manager, animal care services for the BC SPCA. 

“Not only is this, of course, better for the animals, but it also helps us free up space in our centres for the next vulnerable animal who needs our help.”

Davis added that people do not need to limit their search to just their nearest Community Animal Centre, but can also explore other BC SPCA centres to find the right animal companion for them.

Those interested in adopting can find available animals via the BC SPCA’s adopt page. 

Fostering is also an option for those who have the capacity to help. Find out more on fostering online here.