December 27, 2019
A service dog for Christmas: How Sheeba and Brianna found each other
Sheeba needed a home. Brianna needed a friend to help her cope.
When Sheeba rushed to Brianna’s aid when the young w…
December 26, 2019
Celebrate Boxing Day with family time!
Do you have the day off for Boxing Day today? Why not make it a day to remember!?
Here are some fun family time acti…
November 5, 2019
Shades of Hope Wildlife Refuge: Finding injured wildlife
The chill has come back to the air, the leaves are beginning to fall, and we know the impending winter is on its way! I…
October 24, 2019
Behind the scenes: What’s that smell?
We're getting back into our Behind the Scenes Thursday content and we're excited to talk scents and smells today!
No…
August 9, 2019
Five books for pet lovers
In honour of Book Lovers Day today, we want to share some classic pet-related books! If any of them stand out to you, t…
May 23, 2019
What to do if you find a baby squirrel
Spring is the season for seeing wildlife out and about - and coming across baby animals.
Shades of Hope Wildlife Ref…
April 25, 2019
How to pet-proof your new home
Moving is one of life’s great stressors. First the packing, the chaos, the boxes, the logistics and then the unpacking, the renovating, the organizing, and the decorating! It overwhelms the best of us, but imagine how it makes our pets feel! Read on for tips from the ASPCA’s blog post: Moving Your Pet.
March 29, 2019
Ontario SPCA Nutritional Fact Sheet
Feeding your pet a high quality premium diet will contribute to their overall health including, general well-being, wei…
March 21, 2019
Lost Pet Recovery 101
As loving and devoted pet owners, we rarely expect to lose a pet. Yet each year, more than 10 million pets go mis…
March 11, 2019
Travelling Safely with Your Pet
Whether you plan to travel with your pet by plane, train, automobile or boat, taking appropriate precautions and maki…
March 3, 2019
Choosing a Pet Sitter
Pet sitters are professional, qualified individuals paid to visit your house and spend quality time with your pet. A …
February 21, 2019
9 ways to save money on your pet’s medical care
When adopting a pet, it’s important to know the costs that may incur from their medical care – so how can you prepa…