Backpack

Adult
Male
Extra Large

Domestic Short Hair

Backpack

Current Location

Coquitlam, BC

Breed

Domestic Short Hair

Physical Traits

Behavior

House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:

Yes

Vaccinated:

Yes

Special Needs:

Yes

Declawed:

Backpack's Compatibility

This pet has good compatibility with kids.
This pet has unknown compatibility with dogs.
This pet has unknown compatibility with cats.
This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

Adoption Fee

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Backpack's Story

Backpack was named after the 2026 Fat Bear Week winner and we think it's obvious why. This hefty boy arrived as a stray even thought we can't imagine he managed to waddle too far from home, no one came looking for him. He is a sweet and affectionate cat who clearly has lost a lot of weight but is still a big guy. We had his bloodwork checked and it's great so it appears Backpack just ate too much of the wrong food (we can all relate!). <br/><br/>Backpack should get some more weight off to help his joints and overall health. We have just moved him into our adoption room and will let him settle before we introduce him to the other cats. Backpack might have some issues with stairs so that should be something potential adopters consider.

Backpack was named after the 2026 Fat Bear Week winner and we think it's obvious why. This hefty boy arrived as a stray even thought we can't imagine he managed to waddle too far from home, no one came looking for him. He is a sweet and affectionate cat who clearly has lost a lot of weight but is still a big guy. We had his bloodwork checked and it's great so it appears Backpack just ate too much of the wrong food (we can all relate!).

Backpack should get some more weight off to help his joints and overall health. We have just moved him into our adoption room and will let him settle before we introduce him to the other cats. Backpack might have some issues with stairs so that should be something potential adopters consider.

Consider Backpack for adoption?

How To Adopt

Backpack was listed as Adoptable by City of Coquitlam Animal Shelter

How can I adopt Backpack?

Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with City of Coquitlam Animal Shelter. They may then ask for more details or an official application prior to an adoption. If you're a match, they'll reach out with next steps and timing.

How can I find out if Backpack is a good fit for me?

Click the "See How You Match" button, answer a few simple questions, and see how you match up! It takes less than a minute to complete. You can also reach out directly to City of Coquitlam Animal Shelter for details on the pet.

When can I meet Backpack?

If you've submitted an inquiry, City of Coquitlam Animal Shelter will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Backpack, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.

What if I have more questions about the adoption process?

Just reach out directly to City of Coquitlam Animal Shelter, and they'll be happy to help!

City of Coquitlam Animal Shelter's Adoption Policy

Thank you for choosing to adopt an animal! Adoptable Animal Viewing Hours Monday to Friday, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. Saturday, Sunday and Holidays, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Closed all Statutory Holidays To ensure the best for the animals in our care, dog viewing is only available by approved application. If you see a pet you are interested in you can send in an application or email for more info. Applications are available at coquitlam.ca and can be emailed to adoption@coquitlam.ca. All the animals that arrive at the Shelter are stray. The information that we have on the animals has been gathered since their arrival at the Shelter. and with the help of our volunteers. We do our best to assess the animals and disclose everything we know regarding health and temperament to interested adopters We do not adopt outside of BC or ship animals. We acknowledge with gratitude and respect that the name Coquitlam was derived from the h?n?q??min??m? word k?ik?????m (kwee-kwuh-tlum) meaning “Red Fish Up the River”. The City is honoured to be located on the k?ik?????m (Kwikwetlem) traditional and ancestral lands, including those parts that were historically shared with the sq??c?iy?a?? t?m?x? (Katzie), and other Coast Salish Peoples