C.A.W.E.S.
Animal Protection & Care Since 1997
CAWES (Coast Animal Welfare & Education Society) is a registered charity that has been dedicated to animal welfare on Bowen Island since November 2000. CAWES mission is to care for any abandoned domestic animals, and assist any injured or distressed animal, including wildlife. CAWES strives to promote, inform, and educate the community on the human guardianship of all animals.
There is no SPCA or wildlife rescue group on Bowen Island. CAWES manages to fulfill a much-needed animal advocacy service to the Bowen island community by…
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Controlling the overpopulation of felines through sterilization.
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Minimizing any impact on wildlife by feeding stray and abandoned cats.
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Offering ongoing support and advice to animal lovers and educating them in the care and welfare of their companion animals.
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Providing financial and moral support to families in need who have sick companion animals.
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Reuniting lost companion animals with their families.
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Finding forever homes for companion animals that have been abandoned or given up for adoption.
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Reducing the number of stray animals through our foster and adoption activities.
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Helping to sustain our natural environment by participating in and supporting wildlife rescue activities.
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Education about wildlife and all issues through community events, social media, the website, and direct contact with CAWES board members.
What C.A.W.E.S does for animals
As an active Animal Organization since 2000, CAWES is committed to protecting animals from cruelty and neglect. The more people get involved, the stronger we are. Check out how you can help today.
Feed, Trap and Alter Feral Cats
Our goal is to find a home for every abandoned or feral cat on the island. We humanely trap cats that are frequent visitors to our feeding stations, attempt to identify them and return them to their home where possible. If the cat is deemed too feral to adapt to a home life CAWES will ensure it is spayed or neutered and returned to the area it was caught. This way we can continue to provide food and shelter for the cat.
Assist Island Residents With Veterinary Costs
Everyone needs a little help some time. CAWES will arrange for both emergency and non emergency care of an animal until the animal's family can afford to pay for the service. We encourage recipients of funds to arrange fundraising campaigns and will also allow for a payment plan.
Help With Wildlife
CAWES captures and transports injured wildlife to the appropriate Wildlife Rescue/Rehabilitation Organization.