September 30, 2019
Pumpkin-flavoured goodies: Are they right for your pet?
The pumpkin-flavoured season is starting earlier every year! Are you and your pets ready? In this blog post, Dave Wilson, senior director of Shelter Health…
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August 20, 2019
What do you know about ticks?
Summer is a great time to enjoy the great outdoors with your pet – but with ticks and Lyme disease spreading in Ontario, how can…
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July 19, 2019
De-skunking your pet
The most common (and effective) household formulation for de-skunking animals was created by chemist Paul Krebaum in 1993. In a bucket, mix together the following…
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July 1, 2019
Pet safety tips for Canada Day weekend
We want you to enjoy Canada Day festivities with your pet this year! Follow these simple pet safety tips to ensure everyone is having a…
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June 27, 2019
Off-leash dog parks : When is my dog ready?
Summer season means lots of time to play outside and enjoy being with our pets! But what about in off-leash dog parks? How to introduce…
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June 24, 2019
How to make a stress-free vet visit with your cat
Taking your cat to the vet can be a stressful time for everyone. Your cat is being exposed to unfamiliar territory, and you may be…
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June 13, 2019
Trouble sleeping? Tips to help your pet have a good night’s rest
Some of us love having our pets sleep in our room at night. But want if your pet isn’t sleeping well? This could keep you…
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May 21, 2019
How to trim your pet’s nails – Step-by-step video!
Ever wondered how to properly trim your pet’s nails? In this video, Ontario SPCA and Humane Society Registered Veterinary Technician, Darci, walks us through how…
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May 20, 2019
Long weekend firework pet safety tips
Everybody loves a long weekend – including our pets! It means more quality time with the people they love. But there are also some safety…
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May 16, 2019
10 tips from the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society to keep pets safe this long weekend
IMMEDIATE RELEASE 10 tips from the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society to keep pets safe this long weekend Stouffville, ON…
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April 25, 2019
How to pet-proof your new home
Moving is one of life’s great stressors. First the packing, the chaos, the boxes, the logistics and then the unpacking, the renovating, the organizing, and the decorating! It overwhelms the best of us, but imagine how it makes our pets feel! Read on for tips from the ASPCA’s blog post: Moving Your Pet.
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April 19, 2019
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 pets. This is why the …
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