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North West Animal Shelter We are a registered charity. Our mandate is to operate an animal shelter to serve the Bulkley Valley, to rehome abused and abandoned animals.

What do you actually do for animals? We work with the Town of Smithers to rehome impounded dogs that are not claimed. We foster and adopt rescue dogs and cats both locally and throughout BC and Alberta. We have sent dogs to new homes as far away as Philidelphia and Juno. We fund raise to make sure our programs are funded and money is available to operate the shelter. We provide outreach to the com

munity by visiting schools and providing education about animal welfare. We offer spay and neutering assistance program to those who would otherwise not be able to afford the full cost. We have formed relationships with nine outside rescue groups who post available animals on their web sites, and/or take them into their programs, or connect us directly to adoptive families. We assist to screen potential adopters. We assist with photos, transportation to the airport and to veterinary appointments. We help to assess, exercise, train, and bathe rescued dogs.

It’s time for another banner photo contest! With 2025 on the horizon we thought it would be fitting to see some photos o...
31/12/2024

It’s time for another banner photo contest! With 2025 on the horizon we thought it would be fitting to see some photos of the NWAS Alumnus doing what they hope to do more of in the New Year. The photo with the most votes by the end of the day January 4th will be the January Banner Photo

FOR ADOPTION: JEAN LUC is a very sweet 1 year old male looking for a kind and gentle forever family. Jean Luc was abando...
30/12/2024

FOR ADOPTION: JEAN LUC is a very sweet 1 year old male looking for a kind and gentle forever family. Jean Luc was abandoned with a few other lovely cats in a condemned house. They were very lucky that caring citizens took it upon themselves to rescue the cats when we had room. Jean Luc is initially a little shy with new people but once he knows you’re friendly he loves to soak up pets and affection. He’s an easy going guy that currently seems more interested in making himself cozy beds to snuggle in than engage in rowdy play. Of course, that could change as he settles into his forever home. Jean Luc Has been very good with the other cats he came in with (likely his family group) and non reactive towards new cats and dogs. He is a little overwhelmed by loud, busy children but good with calmer kids. Jean Luc is quite happy indoor only but could adjust to catio life or being indoor/outdoor in a super safe environment. He is neutered, vaccinated and up to date on parasite control. If you’ve been looking for a gentle new friend apply today at www.NWAS.ca for a chance to meet Jean Luc

FOR ADOPTION: INCA is a kind and gentle adult male looking for an equally kind and gentle forever family. Handsome Inca ...
27/12/2024

FOR ADOPTION: INCA is a kind and gentle adult male looking for an equally kind and gentle forever family. Handsome Inca is the last of the group of cats we rescued from an abandoned home in Smithers. He came to us fearful but always gentle and he quickly came around to being pet and brushed. Inca loves attention and could sit to be pet for hours on end but he will not demand you give him affection. Inca is the type to sit back and wait until it’s obvious you want to share your time with him. We do not have a great age estimate on Inca, all we can say for sure is he is over 2 years old. His teeth have all come in so we cannot age him that way and he came to us neutered so we cannot make an estimate off of his testosterone filled jowels. What we can say is, he is a polite and loving little guy that will make an easy addition to most households. Inca has been very good with the other cats he came in with and was a calm influence on when she was her most fearful. He did come in suffering from the feline herpes virus and should only live with fully vaccinated cats going forward. Inca has also been non reactive to calm, friendly dogs. He is a little weary of loud and rowdy children but could happily live with kids that are on the quieter side and know to be gentle with animals. He is neutered, vaccinated and up to date on parasite control. If you’ve been looking for a gentle, affectionate new friend apply today at www.NWAS.ca for a chance to meet INCA.

As we come to the end of Christmas Eve all of us at NWAS want to wish you a very Merry Christmas. We hope Santa Paws is ...
25/12/2024

As we come to the end of Christmas Eve all of us at NWAS want to wish you a very Merry Christmas. We hope Santa Paws is good to you all and you make some wonderful memories with your loved ones of all species!

We will not be responding to any messages or comments until Dec 27th and we will be slower than normal on responses until after the new year.

FOR ADOPTION: SAM is a super sweet two year old female looking for her forever snuggle buddy. Sam has been exceptionally...
23/12/2024

FOR ADOPTION: SAM is a super sweet two year old female looking for her forever snuggle buddy. Sam has been exceptionally well loved for her entire life and only came into our care due to her previous family’s crippling allergies. Sam is a sweet girl that is good with kids, comfortable with friendly dogs and good with other cats after a slow introduction period. Sam is so over shelter life and ready to get herself back into a loving home. This is a girl that is used to lounging all day and snuggling her nights away tucked in beside her bff and she’s looking to get back to that lifestyle ASAP. Sam has been indoor only her entire life and would be best suited to staying that way. She could also learn to love the catio lifestyle or harness training to go on some adventures. Sam is now spayed, vaccinated and up to date on parasite control. If you’ve been looking for a new BFF apply today at www.NWAS.ca for a chance to meet SAM.

We want to send a huge thank you to everyone that came out and supported our pictures with Santa Paws Event this past Sa...
17/12/2024

We want to send a huge thank you to everyone that came out and supported our pictures with Santa Paws Event this past Saturday. An extra special thank you goes to Santa Paws Himself and our sponsors Coast Mountain GM CDN K9 B.C. Dog Training and Tyhee Forestry Consultants LTD

We all had a blast, Lia, Roxy, Iggy, Squeak and Avery loved meeting Santa Paws and we raised just over $1000 to help the companion animals of the Bulkley Valley. We look forward to seeing you all again next year.

The number of animals in need in our area seems to be never ending. We do have a small but mighty foster home system alr...
16/12/2024

The number of animals in need in our area seems to be never ending. We do have a small but mighty foster home system already in place but more foster homes on file is always better. We are especially in need of foster homes able to take on dogs including mothers and pups at this time.

Applying to be a foster home does not mean you will be immediately placed with an animal, it just means you will be added to the list to be notified when there is one in need.

NWAS can cover the feed for the fosters and provide all supplies needed.

If you have room in your home and heart to help a little lost soul, or 2..3..4… apply to be a foster home today! https://nwas.ca/programs/foster/

Let us know what types of situations you would be able to help in and we will get you on the oat for the next time a call comes in.

14/12/2024

Santa Paws is ready and excited to see all your pets at Coast Mountain GM for pictures from 12-3 minimum $10 donation

Tomorrow is the day! Santa Paws is so excited to see all the critters tomorrow at Coast Mountain GM from 12-3. All pets ...
14/12/2024

Tomorrow is the day! Santa Paws is so excited to see all the critters tomorrow at Coast Mountain GM from 12-3. All pets welcome!

FOR ADOPTION: LIA is an adorable 10 month old female mixed breed looking for a fun and engaging forever family. Lia is j...
12/12/2024

FOR ADOPTION: LIA is an adorable 10 month old female mixed breed looking for a fun and engaging forever family. Lia is just under 50lbs and chalked right full of fun and adventure. Lia came into our care because her first family just could not provide for the needs of a high energy young dog. In the right hands Lia will be the best adventure buddy and overall companion. This little lady is smart as a whip and full of life. She has caught onto basic obedience very quickly with a solid sit and off. She’s making fantastic progress with other commands such as down and wait and, with consistency, her leash skills are coming along quickly. Lia has a very strong nose and would do well in tracking or scent work type training. She has energy for days and will make a great jogging, hiking, biking and skiing buddy. A strong personal bond and reliable recall will need to be in place before she tries any of those things off leash. Lia is a very friendly dog that wants to love everyone but does need a little guidance with her social manners. She loves people of all ages and has lived with children previously. She does jump up when she is excited and would do best with older, dog savvy kids who are capable of setting firm special boundaries. Lia really wants to have dog friends. She is friendly and quite submissive but when she tries to get playing it’s obvious she’s not been well socialized with other dogs yet. She is looking for a playful and patient canine companion that will see her style of play (very herding breed type) for what it is and help her build confidence and skills interacting with other dogs. Lia was quite good with the cats at the shelter upon initial testing. She is submissive to them and possibly even a little fearful. We do think that as she becomes comfortable with a cat in her life she would also attempt to play with it so lots of human guidance while she learns how to coexist with cats will be required. Lia has been well mannered indoors. She is quiet in her kennel, nondestructive and clean. She also
Seems to enjoy car rides for new adventures. She is now spayed, vaccinated and up to date on parasite control. If you’ve been looking for a smart and fun adventure tire buddy apply today at www.NWAS.ca for a chance to meet LIA

We want to send a huge THANK YOU to Olly. She stopped by the shelter today to donate her birthday money to the critters ...
12/12/2024

We want to send a huge THANK YOU to Olly. She stopped by the shelter today to donate her birthday money to the critters of NWAS. She also spent some time giving out snuggles to the cats sure loved the attention.

FOR ADOPTION: ALBUS is a handsome 6 month old male looking for a fun forever family. This beautiful flame point boy has ...
11/12/2024

FOR ADOPTION: ALBUS is a handsome 6 month old male looking for a fun forever family. This beautiful flame point boy has very surprisingly been in our care since he was just two days old. He arrived with his mother and three brothers and was lucky enough to be able to grow up in a loving forever home. Albus has seen many families come through the shelter and pick their new furry family members but none have felt exactly right for him yet. This boy is just as beautiful inside as he is outside. He is fantastic with the other cats of all ages, he gets along well with Calm and friendly dogs and he is happy with people of all ages including respectful children. Albus has been indoor only his entire life and he will do very well continuing with that lifestyle. He could also learn To enjoy a secure catio during the warmer months. Albus is neutered and up to date on vaccinations and parasite control. If you’ve been looking for a young cat that is a fantastic mix of cuddles and play apply today at www.NWAS.ca for a chance to meet ALBUS

You all may have been wondering why you’ve stopped seeing posts about Ally. It is because she has found her forever fost...
11/12/2024

You all may have been wondering why you’ve stopped seeing posts about Ally. It is because she has found her forever foster home! Ally is absolutely thrilled with her new life and happily celebrating Christmas inside with a family for the first time ever.

Here are a few words from Ally’s new momma.

“Just wanted to give up a short update on how Ally is. We have settled into a routine that is comfortable for both of us. Her personality has come out completely now and she is such loving, happy dog and I know this sounds crazy, but a great sense of humour. She is getting more confident and does try to challenge my authority sometimes but that is a good thing, she feels safe enough to do so. Nothing major, but if she does not want to get back in the truck after a ride and walk, she will sniff around for a while. I think the biggest change is she does not inhale her food anymore and eats slowly and sometimes she will walk away from it and go back. She is not a morning dog, so she just stays in our bed until she is ready to get up and does not hop up as soon as I move. We walk every day and have many adventures together and when I come home from work, I come home to the best greeting ever. Her nickname is Wiggle Butt as her tail never stops. She is blessing and gives so much love. I feel so lucky and grateful I am her human and she is loved with all my heart.

Lots of love Margie and Ally”

FOR ADOPTION: ALASDOR is a sweet, gentle and affectionate 6 month old male that is eagerly awaiting his forever family. ...
10/12/2024

FOR ADOPTION: ALASDOR is a sweet, gentle and affectionate 6 month old male that is eagerly awaiting his forever family. Alasdor came into our care at 2 days old along with his mother and three brothers. He was able to grow up in a foster home surrounded by love and security and came back to the shelter to meet families when he was 8 weeks old.Since coming back to the shelter Alasdor has met many wonderful people but none have been his special home yet. He is a gentle, affectionate, playful and charming young cat that is going to fit in well with most households. Alasdor is happy with people of all ages. He’s always down for a play session or some cuddles. He is excellent with other cats and comfortable with friendly dogs. Alasdor has been indoor only his entire life and is quite happy continuing with that lifestyle. He could learn to adventure in a harness or enjoy catio life. Alasdor is neutered, vaccinated and up to date on parasite control. If you’ve been looking for a loving young cat apply today at www.NWAS.cat or a chance to meet ALASDOR

December 9th is the International Day of Veterinary Medicine. We wanted to take a moment to acknowledge the three amazin...
09/12/2024

December 9th is the International Day of Veterinary Medicine. We wanted to take a moment to acknowledge the three amazing veterinary hospitals that service our beautiful Bulkley Valley. Without the amazing support and compassion of everyone that works at these three wonderful clinics NWAS would not be able to do what we do. So today, and every day, we thank Babine Animal Hospital, Smithers BC Vet to Pet Mobile Services and Bulkley River Veterinary Services LTD for the amazing work they do supporting all of the animals in our communities.

FOR ADOPTION: HAGRID is a large, loving, 6 month old male looking for his special forever family. Hagrid came into our c...
09/12/2024

FOR ADOPTION: HAGRID is a large, loving, 6 month old male looking for his special forever family. Hagrid came into our care with his momma and three brothers when he was just two days old. Hagrid and his siblings had the privilege of growing up in a dedicated and loving foster home where he developed his sense of adventure and love of snuggles. Hagrid has grown into an affectionate, confident and fun young cat that will be an easy addition to most households. Hagrid is happy with people of all ages including children, he is excellent with other cats and he is comfortable with friendly dogs. Hagrid has seen many other cats find there forever families over his six months of shelter life and he is so ready for it to be his turn for happily ever after. Hagrid is now neutered and he is up to date on vaccinations and parasite control. He has been indoor only his entire life and is quite happy with that lifestyle. He could also enjoy learning to use a harness and go on adventures or having a catio. If you’ve been looking for a fun loving new companion apply today at www.nwas.canoe a chance to meet HAGRID

Sweet, beautiful AVERY is the newest kitten on the block looking for her forever family. This adorable little girl was f...
08/12/2024

Sweet, beautiful AVERY is the newest kitten on the block looking for her forever family. This adorable little girl was found in the engine of a truck about 5 weeks ago with a major facial injury. Her lower lip had been pulled loose from her lower jaw. The family that found Avery reached out to NWAS and when no owner was found for her she was signed over to our care and brought into Babine Animal Hospital where she had her lip stitched back on her jaw. Avery then Spent a few weeks in foster care while she healed and she is now completely back to normal and ready for her forever home. This resilient little lady is estimated at 15 weeks old and she is so incredibly cuddly and gentle. She’s excellent with other cats and has had limited experience with dogs but could adjust to life with a calm and gentle pooch. If you’re interested in Avery you can find information on our adoption fees as well as our adoption application on our website www.NWAS.ca

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