I'll get a little personal to explain my five star review…read more.. I have a child with Autism and anxiety. I have anxiety and depression as well (to the point where I'm on disability from work). We are still functioning and find animals very relaxing. I've been a cat owner my entire life and we've also adopted rescue animals. We tried adopting through both the Vancouver SPCA and the Cat Cafe. I found the staff and volunteers were often uninformed about the animals. When we did find an animal that would be well suited to us - we were often told that it was already pending adoption. I tried to explain that it was devastating to my child (age 12) to meet and bond with an animal, only to be told it wasn't available. They refused to hold animals, so we could meet them and, if suitable, adopt without being told, "Oops, this one is already spoken for". An acquaintance of mine used to work for RAPS and often posted available cats on her Facebook page. I saw a beautiful, big black cat named "Nero". I called them and explained our unique situation and how we had found difficulty with other agencies. They invited me to submit an online application and come down to meet the cat. I did. He was perfect. They agreed to hold him for a day and a half so my son could meet him. We adopted him and he is a pleasure. My son is less anxious at night with the newly named, "Oliver" in his room and sleeps better. I hang out with him during the day. The staff were all so kind and professional to us. I can't praise or thank them enough.

I do respect RAPS for the tremendous work they do for the benefit of animals. Though I feel obliged…read moreto post a bad review after having been treated unacceptably by the person responsible for the dog kennels, I do hope that this is the only bad review they ever receive on Yelp. I visited the shelter earlier to-day as I was interested in a small poodle which was offered for adoption. The animal was presented to me held on a tight leash by the shelter person, who was standing with the pet behind a metal fenced door. The pet's look was of friendliness and curiosity. I chatted with the attendant and requested that I be allowed to hold the dog on its leash. The attendant refused saying that the dog can be aggressive and she cannot allow him being handled by a visitor. If really the shelter believes that a small pet is so dangerous that it cannot be offered for walking a few steps on leash with a potential adopter and that it must be kept behind a strong fence which only their handler can access, then in my opinion this shelter is irresponsible in offering the cute little monster for adoption. The reason I'm granting them 2 stars instead of one, is because their personnel at the reception has been kind and helpful.

The reason why it's so low is because one of your programs deserves it. sure, you guys do some…read moregreat work!!!! but to literally kick someone when they are down and desperate is horrible.... I can't get help because i am staying somewhere out of "boundaries"???? I legally live within those boundaries but just left an abusive situation and THE ONLY SAFE PLACE FOR ME is where I am until I can safely go live my life again. Disgusting!!! Absolutely disgusting

It's been almost three years since my Simon passed away (I still miss him a lot), and my husband…read morelooooooves cats, so we decided to adopt a cat, specifically an older cat, as kittens, while adorable, are a little high energy and high maintenance for us. We were planning on adopting a cat sometime this summer, when last week, I found out that the SPCA is reducing the adoption fees on older cats (not kittens) by 50% between May 25th and May 31st. So while we weren't planning on adopting a cat just yet, we decided to take advantage of the promotion this weekend -- it was the puuuurrrrfect opportunity! We had looked at the website ahead of time, and there were some cats that we were interested in, based on their description and appearance, but you really have to meet the cat before making a decision. At the SPCA, there were a couple that we liked (neither of which we had considered from the website), and in the end, we chose the oldest cat there, at ten years old. (According to his backstory, he was surrendered because a child in the family was allergic -- so sad that after ten years he was given away.) Not only is he old, but he's also really fat, at nearly 20 lbs! But he's a lovely cat, very friendly and affectionate, although a little shy. (So far, he's spent the majority of his time hiding under the couch or bed, but he purrs a lot and likes being pet, and he has come out a few times for cuddles.) While my husband and I had been discussing adopting a cat, and from where (SPCA, VOKRA, Cat Therapy & Rescue, etc), I was worried that it would be a huge hassle and that we would be rejected for some ridiculous reason. (VOKRA and Cat Therapy & Rescue seem a little intense -- I understand wanting to make sure that a cat goes to a good home, but good grief! Their rules and requirements are ridiculous!) However, we had no issues at all with the adoption at the SPCA. Once we decided on a cat, we filled out an application, a staff member asked us a few reasonable questions, as well as patiently answered all our questions about the cat, and it was done -- we had a kitty to take home! The cat's name was Seth Rogen, a name we hate (I don't even care for the actor), but it's wrong to change a cat's name when he's so old, so we tried calling him Seth. But the name just doesn't fit, and in the end, I'm calling him Beau, after Beau Nugget, an extremely obese cat whose weight loss journey can be watched on YouTube.

I've never fostered but have adopted three cats (two together and one solo) through VOKRA and have…read morebeen blown away by there care, dedication to the cats/kittens and willingness to not match a cat if they feel the fit isn't right. They are the best organization with amazing volunteers and fosterers with the felines best interests at heart. I wouldn't have traded my adoptees for the world and would hope if my cats ever got lost they'd find their way to this organization as I know they'd be safe. I donate monthly to them as I know the amazing work thy do.

I'll admit it. I had no clue VOKRA existed. I mean, why would you unless you were looking to adopt…read morea cat or were reporting a lost or found kitten? But I know of them now and I'm glad that I do. They are amazing. A friend of mine reached out to let me know about VOKRA after I had posted about finding a kitten in nearby hedges. They collected some information and even sent out a volunteer to check they area for any other kittens or their mom. What impressed me most was the follow up and care they offered. Their recommended next steps were all thoughtful and showed a true interest in the well-being of the kitten. Thank you to all those volunteering with VOKRA. I'd highly recommend their services to anyone looking to adopt a kitten or trying to reunite lost/found kittens.

I came across SlowBlink Cattery while looking for a Maine Coon breeder in the Greater Vancouver…read morearea. After a thorough search and conversations with various breeders, I stumbled upon SlowBlink. Mia, the owner, stood out with her extensive knowledge of cat health and nutrition. She was incredibly kind and patient, taking the time to address my concerns about purchasing a kitten without breeding rights. She offered me several options, and we found one that suited me perfectly. As a new cat owner, I valued Mia's ability to accurately assess the kitten's condition based on my brief description. SlowBlink's expertise and the inclusion of first-month insurance provided me with a strong support system in the initial stages of bringing home my kitten. Thanks to their guidance, I was able to confidently reserve a beautiful kitten. I wholeheartedly recommend SlowBlink to anyone searching for a trustworthy and caring place to find their new feline companion. --T and D's mum.

From the owner: Slow Blink Maine Coons is a small, family-run cattery. Our kittens come from the most healthy,…read morebeautiful, well-balanced champion bloodlines imported from Europe. They are raised in a loving environment as a member of our family. We breed healthy, big, stunning, sweet-tempered, gentle, and loving Maine Coons with striking and rare characteristics: odd-eyed, polydactyl, black smoke and shaded silver, large, well-tufted ears, squared muzzles, muscular, well-balanced rectangular bodies, long and flowing tails, impressive lion-like frontal ruff manes, and silky coats that are both smooth and shaggy. We sell Maine Coon Kittens - the perfect furry companions - and make the adoption process as easy and stress-free as possible.

Fun for all ages! I've been to Catoro a few times, but my latest visit was the first time with a…read moreminor. My cousin was visiting from Toronto and was so excited! She'd never been to a cat cafe before. The staff/owners were really nice about answering her questions, giving her tips on how to hold the cat toys to get their attention, and letting her feed the cats some treats too! Knowing how much she had been looking forward to her time in the cat forest (days of anticipation!), it was touching to see the care and attention everyone gave her. Her joy was infectious! I think this was the most fun I've had at Catoro too, because my cousin attracted so many of the cats to us, haha. She was so happy after, talking about each cat she got to play with (especially Noodle). This was the highlight of her vacation for sure. Thank you Catoro!

What a brilliant concept! They accept rescue cats,and people can spend an hour playing with and…read morecuddling them. Such a nice way to help the cats feel cared for and so lovely to get to know them! The cafe also sells bubble tea and fun cat stickers and toys! They even have movie nights, when you can watch a fun movie with a cat purring on your lap!! You have to go try the place out at least once! And, they will also consider you for adoption if you fall in love with one of these gorgeous creatures!! Staff are awesome and really care about the cats and the customers!!

I had such a good time here. I took my partner here for his birthday as he loves bunnies. I will…read moredefinitely be coming back. The place is split up into two areas- one smaller area with the cafe, 2 or 3 small tables, and a whackload of cute souvenir type items with bunnies on them, as well as a small selection of bunny-specific supplies, like treats and enclosure hides. The second area is bigger and is where the bunnies are kept. There are a handful of bunnies that stay in waist-high gated enclosures which you are allowed to enter and hang out with them. There are also some bunnies that roam 'free' in the area, and they have lots of little areas to scamper and hide if they feel scared. There is also a table off to the side in the bunny area where they have colouring pages and crayons, as well, and there is a LOT of really cute bunny art on the wall from past guests! The staff was SO friendly and kind, and you can really feel how much they love these animals when talking about them and handling them. The only thing I can caution about is due to the nature of the animals, they need to be kept on the floor and CANNOT be picked up (for their health and safety- picking up a bunny incorrectly can be fatal for the bunny!!) and so if you are physically disabled in some way or otherwise have issues sitting or kneeling on the floor, you may not have an ideal experience. There are benches and things to sit on in the bunny room, including seats that are made to also be places for the bunnies to hide, so if you can lean down while sitting you may still be able to have a good interaction with one. The price is quite affordable- it was just under $18 cdn for 55 minutes of pure unfiltered bunny joy. It's also very easy to get to on public transit- right out the gate from Commercial, a ten-minute bus ride (if that), and across the street. Lovely place. Thanks for the fun and memories!

Had a great time here visiting my first bunny cafe! The cafe and bunny area are separated in…read moredifferent rooms so patrons can choose if they just want to dine before committing to bunny visits. The cafe books the appointments in half to full hour increments. A tip I would suggest for visitors is to call ahead and book ahead of time since we didn't anticipate to stay for an hour but they did not have half hour visits left, so we paid for a full hour to get in. Visitors are given a introduction on etiquette and manners when handling the bunnies before being allowed encounter them along with a cup of greens and veg for the bunnies to munch on. I could tell the bunnies were well socialized as they were pretty well mannered and people friendly. Visitors even have the opportunity to foster and even adopt a bunny.

I arrived with no appointment on Thursday at 11:55am and they had space to let my son and I take…read morethe 12-1pm time slot. All the staff were wonderful - great at answering question and welcoming. The space is quite large for the number of cats and guests. It's also clean and well maintained. My son enjoyed reading about each cat after he pet or played with it. His favorite was Elmo, a black cat. The indoor plaza that Carfe is in has Chinatown on one side, and the edge of the stadium neighborhood on the other end. The Chinatown side is abut more dicey, but still okay (we left through that entrance/exit to go get some staples from Chinatown). If you have no need to go to Chinatown, I'd use the Keefer Place entrance, especially with younger kids.

Clean and cute cat cafe! There wasn't a lot of cats, prob some were adopted which is good. It was…read morea bit expensive and only allotted under an hour inside the cafe. No books inside but has a lot of toys for the cats.

Love the service at this location! My one frustration with Bosley's and this may not be fair, is…read morethat they frequently stop carrying the brands I buy for my kitties - one of whom has a more sensitive stomach then the other so changes are not welcome. Unlike the Bosley's on Davie St in the West End, at the time of writing, this branch still carries the 13.2oz cans of several brands of cat food. I place an order for 12 cans ahead of time to be sure but its handy to know I can run down and more than likely leave with a couple of cans in an emergency.

Update: I've now found BONES Pet Parent on Thurlow. It's Canadian, and Mikey there is just great…read more Good advice and he also recommended a really good Canadian pet foot--GO! which has a weight management formula. So all good.

Absolutely wonderful experience having the bunnies for a meet and treat for my daughter's birthday…read more Stephanie was caring, kind and passionate about her care for these rescued bunnies. This was by far the best birthday my children have ever had. We will definitely donate to the organization again in the future. Thank you for this caring and educational experience and for all your volunteering. Well done!

My daughter, her friends and I had a truly beautiful experience with our bunny 'meet and treat'…read moresession. Stephanie is wonderful: she has so much energy and kindness! She expertly wrangled the bunnies and the children, teaching plenty about bunnies and animal care. She also brought so many cute stickers! This was the most peaceful (and cute) birthday party ever :)

Such a great idea! We went for a birthday surprise to spend some time with some sweet puppies and…read morebecame fails. My son and I fell in love with a little fella named Thomas and three days later he lives at our house! I 100% recommend this place for anyone interested in spending an hour or a lifetime with a furry little ball of love.

When my partner and I visited, there was a couple kids chasing around a couple of the really…read moreanxious/shy puppies and ignoring their body language that they were nervous. I get that kids are still learning, but I'm not impressed with how the workers didn't outright tell them to knock it off. Cute concept and cute puppies, but I feel like my visit there was disappointing compared to the Neko Cat Cafe.