Susan’s fostering story
June 10, 2022 - A note from Susan, one of our Foster Homes. SCARS is a privilege and an adventure to work with. Following another volunteer's inspiration, our household started ....
Student’s raise awareness about SCARS with “Race to Give”
SCARS would like to thank some amazing students for choosing SCARS to benefit from their "Race to Give" school projects! We are inspired by their messages ... see below. ....
New kittens born safely in SCARS’ care
June 10, 2022 Meet our Days of the Week Crew. This mom came into our care last weekend very pregnant. Introducing mama Arianna, Friday (ginger male), Saturday & Sunday (almost ....
Dolly had a severe eye injury (warning: graphic images)
July 1 update... After spending time in her foster home, Dolly was recently rushed back to the vet. She developed a big hematoma that required monitoring. Thank you to Westlock ....
Gumball
May 29, 2022... Meet Gumball! When life tries to chew you up, a name like Gumball seems fitting. And, like my namesake, I am very sweet! Despite my rough appearance, ....
Quill emergencies
May 31/22... It’s been call… after call… after call… Our intake team responding to back to back to back emergencies. We have 3 dogs at Westlock Veterinary Centre emergency tonight ....
We love engaging with communities!
One of the communities that SCARS works closely with is Wabasca, which is located in the MD of Opportunity. For many years they had no options for stray and unwanted ....
How SCARS reduces pet overpopulation
Preventing pet overpopulation is a big part of what we do. SCARS actively works within northern Alberta, partnering with First Nations and Métis communities, where there is a lack of ....
Young cat and her new kittens
It seems like the Neverending Story. We rescue some, only to have more needing help. And then we do it again. Kitten season continues. ——————————————————— Our latest intake is just ....
Moo needed veterinary care
SCARS first met Moo as a part of our Spay-Neuter-Return program. This program allow us, with the support of community leaders, to help dogs and cats that otherwise have no ....