Vancouver Humane Society
@vancouverhumane.bsky.social
The Vancouver Humane Society is dedicated to exposing and ending animal suffering, cruelty, and exploitation.
https://vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/
https://vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/
On Dec 5, Hastings Racecourse announced the immediate end of horse racing at the province’s last track.
The VHS sat down with CBC's Stephen Quinn to share on advocacy around the racetrack and what a compassionate retirement for horses would look like.
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/podcas...
The VHS sat down with CBC's Stephen Quinn to share on advocacy around the racetrack and what a compassionate retirement for horses would look like.
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/podcas...
December 11, 2025 at 6:35 PM
On Dec 5, Hastings Racecourse announced the immediate end of horse racing at the province’s last track.
The VHS sat down with CBC's Stephen Quinn to share on advocacy around the racetrack and what a compassionate retirement for horses would look like.
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/podcas...
The VHS sat down with CBC's Stephen Quinn to share on advocacy around the racetrack and what a compassionate retirement for horses would look like.
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/podcas...
The #UBCM endorsed resolution NR75, calling on the province to regulate mobile live #animal programs and strengthen #exotic animal rules.
Now we need the #province to act. Tell the #BCgov that you support stronger #animalprotection for #exoticanimals.
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/ubcm-e...
Now we need the #province to act. Tell the #BCgov that you support stronger #animalprotection for #exoticanimals.
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/ubcm-e...
Union of B.C. Municipalities calls on province to regulate mobile live animal programs and strengthen exotic animal rules
Add your name to the VHS’s campaign asking the provincial government to take meaningful action on this issue by implementing the UBCM’s recommendations.
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca
December 8, 2025 at 9:33 PM
The #UBCM endorsed resolution NR75, calling on the province to regulate mobile live #animal programs and strengthen #exotic animal rules.
Now we need the #province to act. Tell the #BCgov that you support stronger #animalprotection for #exoticanimals.
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/ubcm-e...
Now we need the #province to act. Tell the #BCgov that you support stronger #animalprotection for #exoticanimals.
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/ubcm-e...
Many young people who love animals are drawn to industries that exploit them so they can "interact"—but those interactions can lead to unease when it becomes clear animals are stressed or controlled without choice.
From @dailyhivevancouver.bsky.social: vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/why-i-...
From @dailyhivevancouver.bsky.social: vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/why-i-...
December 8, 2025 at 7:55 PM
Many young people who love animals are drawn to industries that exploit them so they can "interact"—but those interactions can lead to unease when it becomes clear animals are stressed or controlled without choice.
From @dailyhivevancouver.bsky.social: vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/why-i-...
From @dailyhivevancouver.bsky.social: vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/why-i-...
🚨 BREAKING: Vancouver's #Hastings Racecourse announces immediate end to #horseracing.
This announcement follows recent government funding changes & increasing #animalwelfare concerns in recent years.
#BC #Canada #Horses #AnimalCruelty #AnimalRights
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/vhs-re...
This announcement follows recent government funding changes & increasing #animalwelfare concerns in recent years.
#BC #Canada #Horses #AnimalCruelty #AnimalRights
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/vhs-re...
VHS responds to Hastings Racecourse announcement of end to horse racing
The VHS has learned that Vancouver’s Hastings Racecourse is ending horse racing effective immediately. See our new blog post for details.
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca
December 6, 2025 at 1:23 AM
🚨 BREAKING: Vancouver's #Hastings Racecourse announces immediate end to #horseracing.
This announcement follows recent government funding changes & increasing #animalwelfare concerns in recent years.
#BC #Canada #Horses #AnimalCruelty #AnimalRights
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/vhs-re...
This announcement follows recent government funding changes & increasing #animalwelfare concerns in recent years.
#BC #Canada #Horses #AnimalCruelty #AnimalRights
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/vhs-re...
The B.C. government has announced it will stop providing casino slot machine revenue to Horse Racing BC in 2026.
We’re grateful for progress & hold compassion for the workers & animals affected. Every horse deserves a secure, comfortable retirement. 🐴✨
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/b-c-go...
We’re grateful for progress & hold compassion for the workers & animals affected. Every horse deserves a secure, comfortable retirement. 🐴✨
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/b-c-go...
B.C. Government ends slot machine funding for horse racing
This marks a meaningful step toward phasing out an industry that has long depended on government funding, despite declining public interest, shrinking revenues, and ongoing concerns about the welfare ...
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca
December 4, 2025 at 9:50 PM
The B.C. government has announced it will stop providing casino slot machine revenue to Horse Racing BC in 2026.
We’re grateful for progress & hold compassion for the workers & animals affected. Every horse deserves a secure, comfortable retirement. 🐴✨
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/b-c-go...
We’re grateful for progress & hold compassion for the workers & animals affected. Every horse deserves a secure, comfortable retirement. 🐴✨
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/b-c-go...
Your donation today for The Happy Herd and the Vancouver Humane Society will be matched up to $8,000!
Today you also support animals when you:
🥯 Shop at The Sprouted Oven. 2% of sales donated.
🧶 Shop at Vegan Yarn. 25% of sales donated.
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/give-h...
Today you also support animals when you:
🥯 Shop at The Sprouted Oven. 2% of sales donated.
🧶 Shop at Vegan Yarn. 25% of sales donated.
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/give-h...
December 2, 2025 at 5:37 PM
Your donation today for The Happy Herd and the Vancouver Humane Society will be matched up to $8,000!
Today you also support animals when you:
🥯 Shop at The Sprouted Oven. 2% of sales donated.
🧶 Shop at Vegan Yarn. 25% of sales donated.
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/give-h...
Today you also support animals when you:
🥯 Shop at The Sprouted Oven. 2% of sales donated.
🧶 Shop at Vegan Yarn. 25% of sales donated.
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/give-h...
Here are four ways you can eat, shop, or donate to help animals this Giving Tuesday, December 2, with the support of generous local businesses! Every dollar raised helps animals today and for years to come with the VHS and the Happy Herd Farm Sanctuary. 💙💚
November 28, 2025 at 9:40 PM
Here are four ways you can eat, shop, or donate to help animals this Giving Tuesday, December 2, with the support of generous local businesses! Every dollar raised helps animals today and for years to come with the VHS and the Happy Herd Farm Sanctuary. 💙💚
URGENT: Baby Cosmo is in pain after a heavy gate fell on him. His guardian Eva has no family support and cannot afford his emergency vet care. Cosmo is just a little kitten who deserves a chance to recover. Can you help him today? 💚 vancouverhumanesociety.kindful.com/urgentcare/c...
Click here to support Cosmo Urgent care in the Urgent Animal Needs
URGENT: Little Cosmo needs help right away
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November 27, 2025 at 11:46 PM
URGENT: Baby Cosmo is in pain after a heavy gate fell on him. His guardian Eva has no family support and cannot afford his emergency vet care. Cosmo is just a little kitten who deserves a chance to recover. Can you help him today? 💚 vancouverhumanesociety.kindful.com/urgentcare/c...
✨ Your gift for animals, doubled ✨
This Giving Tuesday, the Vancouver Humane Society is partnering with The Happy Herd farm sanctuary to help animals now and in the years ahead!
Double your impact for both organizations with a matched gift: vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/give-h...
This Giving Tuesday, the Vancouver Humane Society is partnering with The Happy Herd farm sanctuary to help animals now and in the years ahead!
Double your impact for both organizations with a matched gift: vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/give-h...
November 26, 2025 at 12:34 AM
✨ Your gift for animals, doubled ✨
This Giving Tuesday, the Vancouver Humane Society is partnering with The Happy Herd farm sanctuary to help animals now and in the years ahead!
Double your impact for both organizations with a matched gift: vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/give-h...
This Giving Tuesday, the Vancouver Humane Society is partnering with The Happy Herd farm sanctuary to help animals now and in the years ahead!
Double your impact for both organizations with a matched gift: vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/give-h...
New Mayor. New Council. New chance for compassion.
Animals are injured and killed nearly every year at the Calgary Stampede. Animals like Rider, a horse who died after a serious leg injury.
👉 Email Calgary leaders so they can hear us loud and clear.
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/time-f...
Animals are injured and killed nearly every year at the Calgary Stampede. Animals like Rider, a horse who died after a serious leg injury.
👉 Email Calgary leaders so they can hear us loud and clear.
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/time-f...
Remove deadly, inhumane rodeo and chuckwagon races from the Stampede program.
Time for change: tell Calgary’s new Mayor and Council to remove deadly, inhumane rodeo and chuckwagon races from the Stampede program.
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca
November 21, 2025 at 12:02 AM
New Mayor. New Council. New chance for compassion.
Animals are injured and killed nearly every year at the Calgary Stampede. Animals like Rider, a horse who died after a serious leg injury.
👉 Email Calgary leaders so they can hear us loud and clear.
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/time-f...
Animals are injured and killed nearly every year at the Calgary Stampede. Animals like Rider, a horse who died after a serious leg injury.
👉 Email Calgary leaders so they can hear us loud and clear.
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/time-f...
MEDIA RELEASE: The Vancouver Humane Society (VHS) is raising alarm bells as requests for emergency veterinary assistance reach unprecedented levels in 2025.
Read more: vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/vancou...
Read more: vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/vancou...
November 18, 2025 at 1:02 AM
MEDIA RELEASE: The Vancouver Humane Society (VHS) is raising alarm bells as requests for emergency veterinary assistance reach unprecedented levels in 2025.
Read more: vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/vancou...
Read more: vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/vancou...
Remi needs urgent vet care!
Six-year-old Remi is an elderly guinea pig with a painful lump on her neck. Her guardian, Kelly, is on a low income and needs help to get Remi treated and out of pain.
💚 Please donate to help Remi heal: vancouverhumanesociety.kindful.com/urgentcare/c...
Six-year-old Remi is an elderly guinea pig with a painful lump on her neck. Her guardian, Kelly, is on a low income and needs help to get Remi treated and out of pain.
💚 Please donate to help Remi heal: vancouverhumanesociety.kindful.com/urgentcare/c...
November 12, 2025 at 5:39 PM
Remi needs urgent vet care!
Six-year-old Remi is an elderly guinea pig with a painful lump on her neck. Her guardian, Kelly, is on a low income and needs help to get Remi treated and out of pain.
💚 Please donate to help Remi heal: vancouverhumanesociety.kindful.com/urgentcare/c...
Six-year-old Remi is an elderly guinea pig with a painful lump on her neck. Her guardian, Kelly, is on a low income and needs help to get Remi treated and out of pain.
💚 Please donate to help Remi heal: vancouverhumanesociety.kindful.com/urgentcare/c...
#UBCM Executive to vote on #exotic #animal protections to regulate mobile live animal programs and strengthen protections for exotic species.
💚Take action: Add your name to the VHS campaign urging UBCM leaders to stand up for animal welfare.
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/ubcm-v...
💚Take action: Add your name to the VHS campaign urging UBCM leaders to stand up for animal welfare.
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/ubcm-v...
October 28, 2025 at 5:35 PM
#UBCM Executive to vote on #exotic #animal protections to regulate mobile live animal programs and strengthen protections for exotic species.
💚Take action: Add your name to the VHS campaign urging UBCM leaders to stand up for animal welfare.
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/ubcm-v...
💚Take action: Add your name to the VHS campaign urging UBCM leaders to stand up for animal welfare.
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/ubcm-v...
#Horse carriages don’t belong on noisy, chaotic roads surrounded by cars and crowds. Cities around the world are increasingly moving away from this practice. Now it’s #Vancouver’s turn – sign the new #petition!
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/tell-v...
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/tell-v...
Protect horses - keep horse-drawn carriages off busy Vancouver streets
SIGN THE PETITION: Urge Vancouver City Council to protect the well-being and safety of horses and the public by prohibiting horse-drawn carriages from busy city streets.
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca
October 22, 2025 at 10:51 PM
#Horse carriages don’t belong on noisy, chaotic roads surrounded by cars and crowds. Cities around the world are increasingly moving away from this practice. Now it’s #Vancouver’s turn – sign the new #petition!
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/tell-v...
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/tell-v...
✨ The VHS online auction for the animals is officially live! ✨
From now until October 26, you can bid on more than 100 incredible plant-based and animal-friendly items, all generously donated by local businesses and animal lovers.
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/find-u...
From now until October 26, you can bid on more than 100 incredible plant-based and animal-friendly items, all generously donated by local businesses and animal lovers.
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/find-u...
Beautiful gifts for a great cause
Check out Vancouver Humane Society's silent auction.
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca
October 17, 2025 at 12:48 AM
✨ The VHS online auction for the animals is officially live! ✨
From now until October 26, you can bid on more than 100 incredible plant-based and animal-friendly items, all generously donated by local businesses and animal lovers.
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/find-u...
From now until October 26, you can bid on more than 100 incredible plant-based and animal-friendly items, all generously donated by local businesses and animal lovers.
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/find-u...
Since 2019, dozens of animals have died at Marineland. It’s time for Ontario to act. Join @humanecanada.ca and allies across Canada in calling on the government to protect these animals: vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/take-a...
Take action for animals at Marineland!
Humane Canada, our partner organization, needs our help to speak up for animals at risk in captivity at Marineland!
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca
October 10, 2025 at 11:33 PM
Since 2019, dozens of animals have died at Marineland. It’s time for Ontario to act. Join @humanecanada.ca and allies across Canada in calling on the government to protect these animals: vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/take-a...
✨ The countdown is on...our online auction for the animals opens next week! ✨
From October 16–26, you’ll be able to bid on incredible plant-based and animal-friendly items and experiences, all generously donated by local businesses and supporters.
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/find-u...
From October 16–26, you’ll be able to bid on incredible plant-based and animal-friendly items and experiences, all generously donated by local businesses and supporters.
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/find-u...
Beautiful gifts for a great cause
Check out Vancouver Humane Society's silent auction.
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca
October 10, 2025 at 9:38 PM
✨ The countdown is on...our online auction for the animals opens next week! ✨
From October 16–26, you’ll be able to bid on incredible plant-based and animal-friendly items and experiences, all generously donated by local businesses and supporters.
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/find-u...
From October 16–26, you’ll be able to bid on incredible plant-based and animal-friendly items and experiences, all generously donated by local businesses and supporters.
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/find-u...
URGENT: Sweet Louie is suffering from a painful urinary blockage. Without treatment, urinary obstructions can quickly become fatal for cats. His guardian, Geoff, is heartbroken. Can you donate today to help Louie get the treatment he needs? vancouverhumanesociety.kindful.com/urgentcare/c...
October 6, 2025 at 5:38 PM
URGENT: Sweet Louie is suffering from a painful urinary blockage. Without treatment, urinary obstructions can quickly become fatal for cats. His guardian, Geoff, is heartbroken. Can you donate today to help Louie get the treatment he needs? vancouverhumanesociety.kindful.com/urgentcare/c...
URGENT: Duke needs surgery! After he stopped eating, Duke’s guardian Garv rushed him to the vet. He is still drinking but keeps vomiting and is growing weaker. Surgery for a blockage is his only hope. Can you help?https://vancouverhumanesociety.kindful.com/urgentcare/cause-duke-urgent-care
September 23, 2025 at 10:35 PM
URGENT: Duke needs surgery! After he stopped eating, Duke’s guardian Garv rushed him to the vet. He is still drinking but keeps vomiting and is growing weaker. Surgery for a blockage is his only hope. Can you help?https://vancouverhumanesociety.kindful.com/urgentcare/cause-duke-urgent-care
Read the new opinion piece in @dailyhivevancouver.bsky.social from the VHS's Chantelle Archambault and World Animal Protection's Erin Ryan at vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/b-c-ne...
September 23, 2025 at 12:39 AM
Read the new opinion piece in @dailyhivevancouver.bsky.social from the VHS's Chantelle Archambault and World Animal Protection's Erin Ryan at vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/b-c-ne...
🚨 Last chance to speak up for exotic animals
From Sept 22–26, leaders at the Union of B.C. Municipalities convention will vote on a resolution calling for stronger regulations for exotic animals kept as pets and mobile live animal programs.
🚨 Ask your local council to support this resolution.
From Sept 22–26, leaders at the Union of B.C. Municipalities convention will vote on a resolution calling for stronger regulations for exotic animals kept as pets and mobile live animal programs.
🚨 Ask your local council to support this resolution.
September 19, 2025 at 10:06 PM
🚨 Last chance to speak up for exotic animals
From Sept 22–26, leaders at the Union of B.C. Municipalities convention will vote on a resolution calling for stronger regulations for exotic animals kept as pets and mobile live animal programs.
🚨 Ask your local council to support this resolution.
From Sept 22–26, leaders at the Union of B.C. Municipalities convention will vote on a resolution calling for stronger regulations for exotic animals kept as pets and mobile live animal programs.
🚨 Ask your local council to support this resolution.
URGENT: Lenny needs emergency care 💔 Carl’s beloved cat is suffering from a painful urinary blockage. “He’s my hero and I love him with my whole heart,” Carl shared. Please donate to help Lenny get life-saving treatment: vancouverhumanesociety.kindful.com/urgentcare/c...
Click here to support Lenny Urgent care in the Urgent Animal Needs
URGENT: Lenny needs emergency care
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September 17, 2025 at 8:13 PM
URGENT: Lenny needs emergency care 💔 Carl’s beloved cat is suffering from a painful urinary blockage. “He’s my hero and I love him with my whole heart,” Carl shared. Please donate to help Lenny get life-saving treatment: vancouverhumanesociety.kindful.com/urgentcare/c...
REMINDER: Don't miss your chance to speak up for horses used in racing! Call on the City of Vancouver to follow Surrey's lead and end horse racing at Hastings Racecourse.
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/petiti...
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/petiti...
September 15, 2025 at 7:14 PM
REMINDER: Don't miss your chance to speak up for horses used in racing! Call on the City of Vancouver to follow Surrey's lead and end horse racing at Hastings Racecourse.
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/petiti...
vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/petiti...
URGENT: Jack needs surgery!
“I don’t know what is wrong with Jack’s eye, and I am so worried for him," said Jennifer, Jack's guardian. Can you donate to help Jack? vancouverhumanesociety.kindful.com/urgentcare/c...
“I don’t know what is wrong with Jack’s eye, and I am so worried for him," said Jennifer, Jack's guardian. Can you donate to help Jack? vancouverhumanesociety.kindful.com/urgentcare/c...
Click here to support Jack Urgent care in the Urgent Animal Needs
URGENT: Jack needs surgery
vancouverhumanesociety.kindful.com
September 12, 2025 at 10:00 PM
URGENT: Jack needs surgery!
“I don’t know what is wrong with Jack’s eye, and I am so worried for him," said Jennifer, Jack's guardian. Can you donate to help Jack? vancouverhumanesociety.kindful.com/urgentcare/c...
“I don’t know what is wrong with Jack’s eye, and I am so worried for him," said Jennifer, Jack's guardian. Can you donate to help Jack? vancouverhumanesociety.kindful.com/urgentcare/c...
Today is Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day 🌈
Today we honour the beloved pets we’ve lost. Though their absence feels heavy, their love and joy live on in our hearts. You can make a gift in their memory to help animals in need🐾https://vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/rainbow-bridge-rememberance-day
Today we honour the beloved pets we’ve lost. Though their absence feels heavy, their love and joy live on in our hearts. You can make a gift in their memory to help animals in need🐾https://vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/rainbow-bridge-rememberance-day
August 28, 2025 at 1:05 PM
Today is Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day 🌈
Today we honour the beloved pets we’ve lost. Though their absence feels heavy, their love and joy live on in our hearts. You can make a gift in their memory to help animals in need🐾https://vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/rainbow-bridge-rememberance-day
Today we honour the beloved pets we’ve lost. Though their absence feels heavy, their love and joy live on in our hearts. You can make a gift in their memory to help animals in need🐾https://vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/rainbow-bridge-rememberance-day