April 5, 2024
How to keep your small animals mentally stimulated
Mental stimulation is important for the behavioural enrichment of small animals. With some small positive changes to th…
April 2, 2024
It’s that time of year! What to do if you find a baby animal
The leaves are unfurling on the trees, flowers are blooming and many woodland critters are having their young. Spring h…
March 14, 2024
What is an X-pen and why is it a good idea?
An X-pen is a pen for rabbits (or puppies) that gives them room to move about freely and safely. Everything they need i…
March 1, 2024
How animals communicate with us, and why it’s important to listen
Do animals experience the same emotions as humans? The truth is, we all use body language to express different emotions…
February 9, 2024
Socializing small animals
Small animals such as rabbits, hamsters, gerbils, guinea pigs and rats make wonderful furry friends. Like all animal co…
January 25, 2024
Adopting a small animal
Small animals also require their daily dose of fun and excitement outside of their enclosures to help keep them healt…
July 25, 2023
Why balloons are dangerous to pets and wildlife
Summer brings baby showers, graduations, wedding season and many other outdoor celebrations in abundance. These events …
June 30, 2023
Firework safety tips to keep pets safe
Everybody loves a long weekend – including our furry friends! It means more quality time with the people they love. B…
May 22, 2023
Victoria Day activities for you and your pets
It’s Victoria Day! We hope you are ready for a day filled with fun and we have a few suggestions on how you can inclu…
October 20, 2022
Everlasting love – William Wilding’s Legacy
William Wilding was a dedicated animal lover who donated generously to the Ontario SPCA and Humane society through lega…
July 28, 2022
How to include your pet in your wedding
Let the wedding planning begin! The question was asked, you said “yes!” Now you want your wedding day to be uniquel…
May 10, 2022
What will your legacy be? Jean’s future vision includes helping animals
Jean Chenevotot knows the importance of taking care of animals. As an animal lover and Ontario SPCA and Humane Society …