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…
February 28, 2025
Joining Paws: Updates to the Ontario SPCA’s Provincial Dog Rehabilitation Centre
We have some exciting news to share! The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society’s Provincial Dog Rehabilitation Centre (PDRC) is now able to support dogs…
December 5, 2024
Thinking of adopting a VIP animal? Read the FAQs about VIPs
If you’ve been thinking of adopting an animal from the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society, you may have noticed the VIP status on some…
November 14, 2024
How to teach appropriate greetings when your dog meets a stranger
It’s common for many dogs to be unsure and wary of new people. Teaching your dog how to appropriately greet a stranger allows for…
October 22, 2024
Adopting a dog with hip dysplasia: What you need to know
At the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society, we often see dogs come into our care for rehoming due to behavioural issues that stem from…
September 13, 2024
Explore volunteer opportunities at the Ontario SPCA Provincial Dog Rehabilitation Centre
If you’re passionate about animals and eager to make a difference in the lives of animals, the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society’s Provincial Dog…
April 30, 2024
Ontario SPCA Provincial Dog Rehabilitation Centre helps Jagger find a loving home
Jagger is a big guy, with even bigger fears. Adopted as a puppy, but then rehomed to the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society just…
November 20, 2023
Puppy training basics: 5 key building blocks every puppy parent should know
Bringing home a puppy is a big life change – for you and for them! In this blog, we’ll be sharing five crucial areas…
August 22, 2023
Inside the family living room at the Provincial Dog Rehabilitation Centre
The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society celebrated the grand opening of its Provincial Dog Rehabilitation Centre in June 2023. The centre was custom-built to…
