December 28, 2020
Urgent Animal Care Fund gives Tippy second chance
When Kim called the Ontario SPCA Barrie Animal Centre in early November, she was desperate to find assistance for her cat Tippy, who…
December 15, 2020
Healthy habits, healthy cats: Introduction to puzzle feeders
Sponsored by our friends at Royal Canin In the wild, cats use a great deal of physical and mental activity for locating,…
December 2, 2020
Chief Veterinary Officer Receives Top Honour
We are proud to announce that Dr. Magdalena Smrdelj, Chief Veterinary Officer, Ontario SPCA and Humane Society, has been appointed a Fellow of the Oxford…
November 26, 2020
Tips to help your new dog or puppy adjust to their new home
You’ve just adopted a dog or puppy from your local Ontario SPCA animal centre, and now it’s time to bring them home…
November 20, 2020
Partnership conserves and protects wetlands
This year, we’ve all learned how important it is to get outside, take in some fresh air and enjoy nature. The Ontario SPCA and Humane…
November 19, 2020
Feline good! Tips to introduce a cat to your home
Your sweet kitty cat is coming home! You and your family can’t wait for her to arrive and start playing with her new…
November 17, 2020
What is humane education, and why should we care?
Simply put, humane education focuses on nurturing compassion and respect for animals and all living things, including the Earth. It helps one understand…
November 6, 2020
Stay Curious with Mayim Bialik and Royal Canin!
Sponsored by Royal Canin Cats are endlessly curious about the world around them and that keeps us curious too. As cat parents we’re…
November 5, 2020
Meet the Animal Care Team at the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society
Our animal care team across the province works hard every day to ensure the animals in our care get the love and attention…
October 23, 2020
Fear Free® nail trims from home
You have the “perfect” dog. He or she has learned basic commands. They walk gently beside you on a leash and they leave…
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 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?…