The Ontario SPCA delivers vital pet care to underserved families in Midland
IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Midland, ON (Aug. 25, 2025) – In an effort to help protect pets and support pet families, the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society hosted a vaccination clinic on Aug. 23 at Royal Canadian Legion Branch 80 in Midland. The clinic provided free wellness resources and core vaccinations to 18 pets whose families may otherwise face barriers to veterinary care.
With funding support from the County of Simcoe and Tay Township, as well a sponsorship from Pet Valu’s Companions for Change™ program, the event was open to individuals referred through social service agencies, and those on a subsidized income who do not have regular access to veterinary care, or don’t have a veterinarian.
In addition to vaccinations and basic wellness exams, administered by the team from the Mountainview Veterinary Clinic in Midland, attendees also had access to vital outreach services for their pets. A total of 250 lbs of pet food was distributed at the event, as well as essential pet care supplies like leashes, collars, brushes, bowls and more, ensuring that pets are not only protected, but also supported with the essentials they need to thrive. Nail trims were also generously provided by The Groomers in Midland.
A second clinic will be held at the same location on Sept. 20 to provide booster shots. Vaccinations and wellness examinations will also be available at that event for those who qualify and were unable to attend the August clinic.
“The Ontario SPCA is committed to helping keep animals with the families who love them, and one of the ways we are doing that is by ensuring underserved communities can also access the care they need for their furry family members,” says Victoria Hiorth, Central Regional Manager of Community Outreach Services with the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society. “By providing accessible veterinary care, we’re helping animals stay happy and healthy, while also supporting the well-being of our community. When pets thrive, families and communities do, too.”
For more information on how to support community outreach efforts, visit ontariospca.ca/communitysupport
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Media Contact:
Krista Grant
Community Outreach Coordinator,
Ontario SPCA Midland & District Animal Centre
705-534-4459 x 374
About the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society
The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society is a registered charity that has been changing the lives of animals for over 150 years. The Society provides care, comfort and compassion to animals in need in communities across Ontario. It values all animals and advocates to treat them with respect and kindness. The Society strives to keep pets and families together and does so through a variety of community support services, such as sheltering and adoptions, including emergency sheltering, feral cat management programs, animal transfers, food distribution, humane education, animal advocacy, and spay/neuter services.
The Ontario SPCA does not receive annual government funding and relies on donations to provide programs and services to help animals in need. To learn more, or to donate, visit ontariospca.ca. Charitable Business # 88969-1044-RR0002.
The Ontario SPCA Midland & District Animal Centre is located on land which is the traditional and treaty territory of the Anishinabek people, now known as the Chippewa Tri-Council comprised of Beausoleil First Nation, Rama First Nation and the Georgina Island First Nation.
