Pet-Friendly activities for the long weekend: COVID Edition
The long weekend is fast approaching and it is a perfect time to spend some quality time outside with your animal frien…
Dog bite prevention, and understanding canine body language
While some pets enjoy meeting new people and animals, others prefer their own space, and only the company of those they…
Dog and Puppy Socialization during COVID-19
Socializing a puppy with both people and animals, as well as introducing them to a wide range of events, environments a…
Dog Enrichment: DIY Cereal box kibble dispenser
Empty cereal boxes can act as great dog enrichment tools when turned into kibble-dispensing devices. They can also prov…
COVID-19 and separation anxiety in pets
We have seen many changes to our daily routines as a result of COVID-19. Whether we realize it or not, these changes ha…
Introducing Limited Contact Adoptions: FAQs
After careful consideration and research to determine the safest way to resume adoptions during COVID-19, the Ontario S…
DIY cat food puzzles
While we're all spending more time with our pets, why not create some DIY enrichment toys for you pets? (especially wit…
Loose Leash Walking: Train your dog with these easy tips!
Teaching your dog loose leash walking can be one the most challenging parts of training a dog! Though every dog is diff…
Helping your cat maintain a healthy weight
As we begin to resume more of our more pre-pandemic routines, our schedules are likely quite different than they used t…
Calming Anxiety in Pets – with their sense of smell!
The COVID-19 pandemic is a stressful and anxious time for everyone in our households, even our pets, who must a…
The joys of kittenhood: Socialization tips for you and your kitten
Our new online tool, Shelter Health Pro, has a wealth of information on all kinds of things - including kitten socializ…
Victoria Day activities for you and your pets
Victoria Day may be looking very different for us this year, but it doesn't mean we can't celebrate in our own way! Her…