January 21, 2022
Anxiety, pets, and mental health
Can your companion animals suffer from anxiety? The ASPCA has a very helpful blog outlining “Can Pets Suffer from Anxiety?” and we’d like to…
January 7, 2022
Tipping the scales: what an extra 2lbs can mean for your pet
Weight management is so important for your companion animal and maintaining a healthy diet contributes to healthy weight. So what difference would…
January 3, 2022
How to protect paws in the winter
Even though it’s cold outside, our companion animals still love getting out there for their daily walks! So it’s important as animal parents to be…
December 31, 2021
4 ways to enjoy New Year’s Eve with your companion animal
New Year’s Eve can be a fun time for both you and your furry friend! With a few small tweaks, you can have the best…
December 28, 2021
Enrichment tips for your bird
Interested to know how much enrichment your bird needs, and what kind is good for them? We’ve got you covered on today’s blog!…
December 10, 2021
Three hidden costs of animal obesity
Today, Royal Canin® shares with us some helpful information about…
November 26, 2021
Cones or onesies: What’s the best post-surgical wear for your animal?
You may have heard of the “cone of shame” (or “fame” as we like to say!), but did you know there are other options…
November 25, 2021
Is a hamster the right pet for you?
Don’t let the size of a hamster fool you, there’s much more to these small animals than meets the eye! Not only are they…
November 4, 2021
Why is bloodwork needed pre-spay/neuter surgery?
A common question we receive at the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society’s two spay/neuter services locations is “Why does my pet need bloodwork before their…
October 28, 2021
Pet allergies: how to manage them
Have allergies but still want animals? This blog is for you! While allergies can be a bit of an obstacle, having a four-legged friend…
October 25, 2021
Halloween costumes: Tips for your pet
This Halloween, you may be planning on dressing up your furry friend to take part in the festivities with you. But how can you…