As we welcome 2025, many of us are setting resolutions for the year ahead. While personal goals often focus on self-improvement, there’s a wonderful opportunity to extend our kindness to those in need. This year, consider making a wish come true for a furry friend waiting in a shelter. Here are some incredible shelter pets looking for their forever homes, each with a heart full of love and a wish for a fresh start.
Portia: Future best friend
- Age: 5 years old
- Animal Centre: BC SPCA Richmond
Portia is a sweet and affectionate dog looking for a new family after her previous owner could no longer care for her. This lovable girl thrives on human companionship, adores belly rubs, and enjoys playing in the yard. With her size, she needs ample space to roam comfortably. Eager to please and motivated by treats, training with Portia is a delightful experience. She would be happiest in a home without children, where she can receive the love and support, she deserves. If you’re ready to welcome a loving and resilient companion into your life, Portia is waiting for you: Portia’s profile.
Toffee and Cheesecake
- Age: 11 months old
- Animal Centre: BC SPCA Victoria
Meet Toffee and Cheesecake, a sweet guinea pig duo seeking an experienced, adult-only home. Toffee, the social butterfly, has a beautiful mix of white, brown, and black, while shy Cheesecake is mostly white with charming black spots and a cute brown bum. These young pigs are skittish due to limited early interaction and need a dedicated family to build their trust.
We’re looking for applicants over 19 who understand the needs of nervous guinea pigs and are ready to invest time and care. If you’re up for the challenge, Toffee and Cheesecake can’t wait to meet you! Toffee and Cheesecakes’s profile.
Lasanga: The handsome heart-melter
- Age: 5 years old
- Animal Centre: BC SPCA East Kootenay
Meet Lasagna, the charming cat who’s sure to warm your heart! With his big round head and easygoing personality, this chatty feline is as lovable as a homemade dish. Lasagna adores all living things and would be a fantastic addition to any family. Due to some early care issues, he’ll need dental food and a teeth cleaning in the coming year. If you’re looking for a cozy companion to keep you warm for years, bring Lasagna home today—he’s the perfect comfort food for the heart! Lasagna’s profile.
Garth and Galinda: 450 days in care
- Age: 2 years old
- Animal Centre: BC SPCA Richmond
Meet Garth and Galinda, two charming and intelligent white rabbits! They’re very social and excited to see you, often standing on their hind legs for attention. Once they trust you, they’ll nudge you for more love!
Food motivates them greatly, and they enjoy fresh hay, greens, and pellets. Both are doing well with litter box training and are becoming tidier every day. As a bonded pair, they need to go to a new home together. When they’re not eating or napping, they love exploring, playing with boxes, and doing binkies! Learn more about this adoptable duo here.
Charlie: The lovable laid-back boy
- Age: 3 years old
- Animal Centre: BC SPCA Nanaimo
Meet Charlie, a lovable, laid-back boy who enjoys both playtime and snuggling with his favorite people. He’s great with other dogs, has made new friends at the park, and is fantastic around kids with the right guidance. Charlie is still mastering crate training but is making progress. He thrives in active homes where he can enjoy long walks, puzzle games, and mental stimulation. Charlie is also a pleasure on a leash, though he’ll need reminders not to chase small animals. If you’re ready for fun adventures and cozy snuggles, Charlie could be the perfect fit for you!
Each of these wonderful pets has a wish for a fresh start this year, and you have the power to make their dreams come true! Here’s how you can help:
- Adopt: If you’re ready for the commitment, consider adopting one of these amazing animals.
- Foster: If adoption isn’t possible right now, fostering can provide these pets with the love and care they need while they await their forever homes.
- Spread the word: Share their stories on social media or with friends and family to help raise awareness about the need for loving homes.
By opening your heart and home to a shelter pet, you’re not only making their wish come true, but you’re also enriching your own life with unconditional love and companionship. This New Year let’s work together to create a world where every pet has a loving home. Who knows? One of these furry friends could be the perfect addition to your family!