Teaching loose leash walking
Walking politely on leash can be one of the most challenging behaviours to teach a dog. The good news is that by gainin…
Empathy for animals is what makes Ontario SPCA volunteers shine
Empathy is at the heart of Volunteer Canada’s National Volunteer Week, which runs from April 24-30, 2022 and it’s a…
Living with wildlife: Skunks
Skunks are shy animals, known for their offensive odour and distinctive black and white markings. They are nocturnal …
The Man Shoppe Donation Program – Lennox & Addington
The Man Shoppe will donate 5% of sales to the Ontario SPCA Lennox & Addington Animal Centre! All you need to do…
Q&A: Get the inside scoop on the Ontario SPCA Provincial Dog Rehabilitation Centre
Construction of the Ontario SPCA Provincial Dog Rehabilitation Centre is currently underway, with an anticipated openin…
How to handle jumping
Jumping is a common training challenge and is usually attention-seeking behaviour. Unknowingly we might "teach" our dogs to jump up on us by rewarding them each time they do so.
10 foods that are harmful to dogs
Have you ever been eating a meal at home and your dog has begged for food? Or perhaps you’ve dropped something on the…
Poisonous plants and flowers
Plants and flowers often add life and colour to our home. However, these same plants can cause serious harm to our belo…
Spring pet checkups: What you need to know!
Spring is on its way! With that comes more outdoor time with our furry friends, which also means it’s time to plan a …
After being chained for years, Duke has a new lease on life
Before his new life, Duke spent his days chained outside with his sister. The husky-mix had no chance to run, chase toy…
Removing tree sap from your pet
Discovering tree sap on your cat or dog is no fun for anyone. For your animal, the sap can cause debris like rocks or p…
10 tips to take pawsitively purrfect pet photos
Looking to snap some memorable portraits of your furry friends but don’t know where to start? Getting a good photo of…