Are you an RVT or a Veterinarian interested in volunteering? Check out our new roles below!

MASH (Mobile Animal Surgical Hospital) Veterinarian Volunteer

MASH (Mobile Animal Surgical Hospital) Veterinarian Volunteer

GOAL FOR THIS ROLE

Our MASH style clinic volunteers play a vital role in representing the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society in reaching underserved communities with MASH-style spay/neuter and wellness clinics.

The Ontario SPCA will provide feline and small to medium canine spay/neuter surgeries, general wellness examinations, vaccinations and end-of-life care when necessary and requested by the family.

These portable outreach events are designed to be easily packed up and transported to wherever they are needed, including remote communities where road access is limited.

This is a flexible role that would allow you to gain valuable experience working with our clinics in order to support both our local and remote communities and animals alike.

This role requires travel including to our local communities as well as more remote communities: April – October, one event per month, 3 or 4 day events (plus travel time). *A commitment to all events is not necessary but encouraged

Volunteer Role:

  • Experienced licensed Veterinarian with a love for doing surgeries, specifically spay and neuter sterilizations
  • Examining animals pre and post-op
  • Supervise the handling and recording of controlled substances by veterinary technicians
  • Ensuring that equipment, medications, and medical supplies are available and stored in a safe and appropriate manner including safe disposal of narcotics
  • Ensuring Ontario SPCA policies and procedures related to infection control are followed
  • Provide daily care and sterilization of all surgical patients and conduct maintenance of preventative health programs and medical protocols within the MASH clinic setting
  • In partnership with the MASH manager, the Veterinarian will direct the work of RVT’s and VA’s within the clinic setting

Skills Requirement

  • Licensed to practice veterinary medicine in the province of Ontario
  • Be a member of good standing of the CVO
  • Small animal surgical experience
  • Ability to perform 25 surgical sterilizations per day
  • Relevant employment experience in a veterinary clinic
  • Previous surgical experience and strong animal care knowledge preferably in a high volume setting
  • Ability to lift 18 kg (40lbs) and to stand for long periods
  • Open daytime availability including weekdays and some weekends
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Previous supervisory experience an asset

Apply at: https://app.betterimpact.com/PublicOrganization/fa76aa8d-aed7-4e79-8616-eed071c30168/2

MASH (Mobile Animal Surgical Hospital) RVT Volunteer

MASH (Mobile Animal Surgical Hospital) RVT Volunteer

GOAL FOR THIS ROLE

Our MASH style clinic volunteers play a vital role in representing the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society in reaching underserved communities with MASH-style spay/neuter and wellness clinics.

The Ontario SPCA will provide feline and small to medium canine spay/neuter surgeries, general wellness examinations, vaccinations and end-of-life care when necessary and requested by the family.

These portable outreach events are designed to be easily packed up and transported to wherever they are needed, including remote communities where road access is limited.

This is a flexible role that would allow you to gain valuable experience working with our clinics in order to support both our local and remote communities and animals alike.

This role requires travel including to our local communities as well as more remote communities. April – October, one event per month, 3 or 4 day events (plus travel time). *A commitment to all events is not necessary but encouraged

Volunteer Role:

  • Assists the veterinarians with all aspects of surgical procedures and treatment
  • Assists with general mobile wellness operations
  • General cleanliness/disinfection of the MASH clinic/equipment
  • Preparation of surgical equipment, administering and monitoring anaesthetics and post-surgery clean up
  • Handle, restrain and care for animals undergoing treatment and surgery using low stress and fear free techniques
  • Monitor and recover animals’ post-surgery
  • Prepare and administer medications and vaccines under direction of veterinarian
  • Notify veterinarian of any health problems or concerns regarding the animals
  • May be called upon to give emergency resuscitation or perform other lifesaving procedures
  • Inventory of medical supplies
  • Supports the reception team in greeting clients
  • Obtains consent and provides discharge information to owners as needed
  • Primary point of contact for clients seeking information related to medical care for their animals’ post-surgery
  • Provides accurate record keeping and documentation

Skills Requirement

  • Validation of being a Registered Veterinary Technician
  • Previous surgical experience and strong animal care knowledge
  • 1-4 years of experience as a registered veterinary technician, preferably within a high-volume animal clinic
  • Administrative experience an asset
  • Available to work weekdays and some weekends
  • Valid G license, clear driver’s abstract and must be able to travel in designated area with MASH unit

Apply at: https://app.betterimpact.com/PublicOrganization/fa76aa8d-aed7-4e79-8616-eed071c30168/2


MASH-style mobile clinics

MASH mobile clinic

The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society is reaching underserved communities with MASH-style spay/neuter and wellness clinics. These portable outreach events are designed to be easily packed up and transported to wherever they are needed, including remote communities where road access is limited.

Upcoming MASH Dates:

Date
Location/Host
Apr 15 – 17, 2025 Renfrew
May 22 – 25, 2025 Constance Lake
June 13-16, 2025 Akwesasne
July 15-18, 2025 Lac Seul
Sept 25 – 28, 2025 UCCMM/Blind River
October 23-25, 2025 Cornwall or Blind River

Apply to be a MASH (Mobile Animal Surgical Hospital) Volunteer at: https://app.betterimpact.com/PublicOrganization/fa76aa8d-aed7-4e79-8616-eed071c30168/2

2025 Spay/Neuter Fees

Fees for Ontario SPCA Spay-Neuter Services

Surgery

Subsidized Rate* Full Rate
Feline spay $148 $256
Feline neuter $119 $206
Dog spay <15 kg $288 $440
Dog spay 15 kg – 30 kg $321 $490
Dog neuter <15 kg $227 $347
Dog neuter 15 kg – 30 kg $267 $407

* The Subsidized Rate is accessible to animal rescue groups, those who receive government subsidy, or have an Indigenous status card. Proof of subsidy will be required at registration.

Note: Animals must be no older than seven years and be in good physical condition, including being an appropriate weight for our program. We do not provide surgery for dogs over 40kg (88lbs) or for rabbits. *Note: Brachycephalic (flat faced) breeds must be free of any breathing difficulties.

*Pregnancy termination – contact your local clinic
to discuss.


Large Dog Body Condition Chart
Small Dog Body Condition Chart
Cat Body Condition Chart

 

* Vaccine availability varies by location

Other Services – *Not eligible for discounts

E-collar
$20
Onesie
$37
Pre-anesthetic blood work $138 (subject to change when lab prices change)
Umbilical hernia repair (if reducible)
$60

Cryptorchid surcharge (inguinal only)

 $60
Cardboard cat carrier
$12
Ear-tips (feral cats)
No charge
Nail trim
No charge
No Show/Decline Fee for cat

$45

No Show/Decline Fee for dog

$60

Basic Veterinary Care – *50% discount will apply if proof of government subsidy or indigenous status provided

Wellness exam $50
Rabies vaccine $30
FVRCP vaccine
$30
FeLV vaccine
$30
DA2PP vaccine
$30
Bordatella vaccine
$30
Leptospirosis vaccine
$30
Microchip
$32

Neuter Scooter

cat spay neuterOur Neuter Scooter program is a monthly service that provides accessible transportation of cats to and from Ontario SPCA Animal Centres to partner clinics within our service areas to provide spay/neuter services. Check back here regularly for updated events and registration.

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Sudbury area spay/neuter and wellness services

The Ontario SPCA has also expanded its support for pet families in the Greater Sudbury area by providing additional accessible spay/neuter and wellness services. The Ontario SPCA Animal Wellness Services unit, made possible in 2019 thanks to a Pet Valu “Companions for Change™” sponsorship*, will be stationed in the Sudbury area throughout 2024.

The Ontario SPCA will provide feline and small to medium canine spay/neuter surgeries, general wellness examinations, vaccinations and end-of-life care when necessary and requested by the family. For animals requiring additional or emergency care, the family will be referred to a local veterinarian for additional treatment.

Clinic services are accessible to those who receive government subsidy, have an Indigenous status card and/or do not currently have a relationship with a local veterinarian.

To learn more about upcoming clinic dates, please email sudburywellnessservices@ontariospca.ca

*Thanks to a Pet Valu Companions for Change™ sponsorship of $175,000, the Ontario SPCA launched its SPCA Mobile Animal Wellness Services Unit in 2019, delivering wellness examinations and spay/neuter services to underserved communities. This year, Pet Valu provided an additional $150,000 Companions for Changeä sponsorship which will be used to support the Mobile Animal Wellness Services Unit over the next three years. With the help of generous donations from devoted pet lovers across the country, since 2018, Pet Valu’s Companions for Change™ sponsorships have helped animal rescues and charities across Canada achieve larger capital projects.


Mobile/MASH 2024 Impact:

Mobile Wellness Services

  • 896 spay/neuter surgeries
  • 1,267 vaccinations
  • 444 wellness appointments
  • 264 microchips
  • 52,160+ potentially unwanted offspring prevented

MASH Clinics

  • 9 community events
  • 714 spay/neuter surgeries
  • 231 microchips
  • 976 vaccinations
  • 51,040+ potentially unwanted offspring prevented

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