May 1, 2025
Promise to Prepare: Emergency planning for pet parents
When an emergency strikes, there’s no time to waste — and that includes making sure your furry family members are safe. That’s why the…
April 29, 2025
What is the “three pet rule”?
The “three-pet rule” is designed to help build trust and confidence by giving animals the agency and choice to decide whether to interact. When…
April 28, 2025
A heart for animals: Volunteers make waves
National Volunteer Week takes place from April 27 to May 3 and this year’s theme, “Volunteers Make Waves,” recognizes the powerful impact of volunteer…
April 25, 2025
Who can you call about orphaned/injured wildlife?
If you came across orphaned or injured wildlife, would you know what to do? This is the time of year when you could come…
April 24, 2025
From broken to beloved: Annie’s healing journey
In October 2024, an adorable eight-week-old kitten named Annie arrived at the Ontario SPCA Orillia Animal Centre. She was badly injured, likely from getting…
April 22, 2025
Ontario SPCA and Humane Society rolls out spay/neuter events in Renfrew County
IMMEDIATE RELEASE Petawawa, ON (April 22, 2025) – The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society hosted a spay/neuter and wellness clinic in Petawawa from April…
April 22, 2025
How to be a green pet parent
Today is Earth Day, and we thought it would be a great opportunity to share some tips and tricks to be a green parent…
April 21, 2025
Preventing suffocation: Protecting our furry friends from hidden dangers
As animal parents, we do everything we can to keep our furry companions safe, but one often-overlooked danger lurks right in our own homes—food…
April 18, 2025
Happy Easter! Pet hazards to watch out for
When you’re excited about a holiday like Easter, it can be easy to overlook potential dangers for our furry friends. This is why the…
April 17, 2025
What is Panleukopenia and why should I be aware of it for my cat?
Dr. Joey Tang, DVM What is feline Panleukopenia? Feline panleukopenia is a contagious, and potentially life-threatening viral infection in cats…
April 15, 2025
Pawsitive Packs initiative keeps pets and people together
To help support pet families in times of need, the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society offers a variety of Community Support Services, including its…
April 14, 2025
Adoption tips: Cat-to-dog introductions
Adding a cat or a dog to a home where there is an existing dog or cat can pose a challenge, but it is…