Recent Rescues

9 Bunnies

Rest.Q recently took in 9 rabbits that had been abandoned and left to fend for themselves roadside. They quickly bred and attracted other drop-off rabbits to the area. Despite limited resources, Rest.Q was able to assist with the trapping, spaying/neutering of the rabbits, and provide permanent, spacious living quarters at the sanctuary. Please consider helping Rest.Q's efforts to assist feral rabbits by donating to Rest.Q's rescue efforts.

Jason the Cat

Jason is a purebred Persian cat who came to Rest.Q after his owner died. As no family member was willing to take Jason, he was left outside and developed horrible mats. As is common with overbred Persians, Jason has difficulty breathing and his eyes weep constantly.

Loretta the Rabbit

Loretta came to us after her previous owners could no longer care for her. She is unique in that she has only three legs. She has a wonderful disposition and is very easygoing. As with many of the animals and birds here, we have no idea how old she is.

Harry the Pig

Found wandering in downtown Victoria, Harry was a former pet who was abandoned by his owners. He arrived to Rest.Q with overgrown tusks. Harry is remarkably friendly and is always on the hunt for a treat. He spends his days patrolling the farm and hanging out with William, Rest.Q's other resident pig.

Doc the Cockatoo

Doc found his way to Rest.Q after his owner fell ill and was no longer able to care for him. He is 31 years old and was likely a wild caught bird before finding his way into the pet trade. Doc is very friendly and was clearly loved in his last home. He welcomes visitors to the bird barn with a hearty "Hello!" Doc spends his days with the other cockatoos and enjoys his favorite treats of bananas and walnuts.

Eden the Pony

Rest.Q is nursing a neglected horse and other animals back to health.

Rest.Q Animal Sanctuary, a non-profit charity (#83035 9568 RR0001) provides permanent shelter to over 120 animal residents ranging from chinchillas to alpacas. Recently, Rest.Q Sanctuary took in two horses and a pig who had been neglected and arrived severely underweight. Rest.Q is committed to providing exemplary care for these animals and is in need of financial assistance to help a 28 year-old horse named Eden. As can be seen by the photos here, Eden arrived severely underweight. Under the care of our veterinarian, she is now on a weight gain program and receives regular medical attention.

Should you be able to help support Eden's recovery, Rest.Q is able to provide tax receipts for donations over $20.00. The sanctuary is seeking assistance with veterinary bills and specialized feed. Cheques may be written to:

    Rest.Q Animal Sanctuary Society
    S-13, C-5
    Mayne Island, BC
    VON 2JO

    Tel: 250.539.5791

Rest.Q helps a variety of animals who are in need of rehoming. Here, sanctuary director Dr. Ty Binfet, holds a recent arrival - one of several battery hens who recently found refuge at Rest.Q.

Rest.Q Sanctuary is active in the trapping, spaying/neutering, and re-releasing of feral cats. Feral cats are a common challenge in the Gulf Islands and with our mild weather will quickly establish large colonies. Rest.Q is home to several feral cats.

Princess arrived to the sanctuary as a feral cat and was part of a backyard breeding program where Persians were kept outside and bred for profit. She arrived severely matted and thin. She is now a happy and healthy (and moderately tame) member of Rest.Q's family.

William, a 12-year-old Pot Belly pig arrived in the summer of 2007. He was poorly cared for at his last home and arrived with his nails completely curled around making it impossible for him to walk. As such, he hobbled on his knees to get about. He's now doing much better and will take short strolls around the farm.

Penny was dropped off at the sanctuary gates with two fractures in one of her legs. She has required extensive veterinary care to repair her damaged leg. It was suspected she was stepped on as a young turkey.

For more information contact: info@restqsanctuary.org