Paws off claws: Why cats’ claws are important
As a cat parent, it can be frustrating coming home to a couch that's been scratched up, or a new rug that has some more…
Ceva pheromone products, Feliway and Adaptil, help comfort animals awaiting adoption
At the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society, ensuring that the animals in our care remain happy, healthy and calm while they…
Ontario SPCA partnership ensures pets and their people stay warm this winter
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Midhurst/January 27, 2025 – The County of Simcoe and the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society have part…
Understanding “play aggression” in cats
Play aggression in cats happens when a cat becomes overstimulated during play, leading to potential aggressive behaviou…
Adoption tips: Dog-to-dog introductions
Planning to bring home a new dog? Here are some helpful adoption tips for dog-to-dog introductions.
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How much company does my rabbit need?
Rabbits are naturally sociable animals, and they enjoy the company of other rabbits if introduced properly. To prevent …
Thinking of adopting a VIP animal? Read the FAQs about VIPs
If you’ve been thinking of adopting an animal from the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society, you may have noticed the VIP …
Dog rehab program transforms Porter from frightened to flourishing
All Porter needed was one special person to give him a second chance. Thankfully, this fearful dog found a whole team o…
Cold weather pet safety tips
We want to make sure you start the winter season off on the right foot – or should we say, paw? Here are some cold we…
How to teach appropriate greetings when your dog meets a stranger
It’s common for many dogs to be unsure and wary of new people. Teaching your dog how to appropriately greet a strange…
National Shelter Appreciation Week: Here for the animals
Nov. 3-9 is National Shelter Appreciation week, a time to acknowledge the effort and dedication of shelters, and the ha…
Adopting a dog with hip dysplasia: What you need to know
At the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society, we often see dogs come into our care for rehoming due to behavioural issues tha…