October 22, 2020
How has COVID-19 impacted SPCA Mobile Animal Wellness Services unit operations?
This year has looked very different for many of the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society’s operations, and the SPCA Mobile Animal…
October 13, 2020
Animals in War: Unlikely war heroes took to the skies
Did you know pigeons were among the animal heroes in both world wars? Carrier pigeons were used to carry messages…
October 12, 2020
Thanksgiving pet safety tips
Thanksgiving is fast approaching and if you’re planning a fall feast, remember to take precautions to keep your furry friends safe. Here are…
October 9, 2020
What is the ‘Fear Free®’ program all about?
Did you know the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society uses a special program called Fear Free® at its animal centres across the province?…
October 5, 2020
Five tips to keep your pet healthy
Sponsored by our friends at Royal Canin As with your own health, ongoing preventative care will help prevent larger problems down the road. It…
September 24, 2020
Sweat for Pets was a huge success – Thanks to you!
Our Sweat for Pets campaign was a huge success this year – thanks to you! We’re putting down the weights and dabbing the…
September 8, 2020
Lovely received life-saving care thanks to you
Life-saving procedures like the one that saved Lovely’s life are sadly not available in many remote Northern communities, where the closest veterinarian might be hours…
August 24, 2020
Sweat for Pets Week 10… the final challenges!
Doggone it… week 10 of challenges is here but you can still help animals in need! We’re almost done! Week 10 of our Sweat for…
August 21, 2020
Skunks – How to live in harmony
As their natural habitat is being destroyed, wildlife like skunks have been making their way into our backyards and neighbourhoods – and not all interactions…
August 17, 2020
Quit kitten around, join now!
The Sweat for Pets Campaign has gone to the cats…or should we say kittens! Come spring, “kitten season” becomes a very familiar term at the…
August 13, 2020
Cannabis and pets: the risks of THC
It was a typical Wednesday at the Goldson residence. Lynda was outside cleaning up the yard, while her dogs, Bruce and Jasper, played nearby.
August 11, 2020
Selling your home with pets around
Putting your house up for sale can be a stressful and hectic time for everyone. Developing a plan on how to accomplish your goal while…