April 22, 2022
Living with wildlife: Skunks
Skunks are shy animals, known for their offensive odour and distinctive black and white markings. They are nocturnal …
March 31, 2022
Tick prevention
As the weather warms up, ticks are reappearing in Ontario. Here is the tick prevention information you need to know to …
March 22, 2022
Learning to be a dog: Scout’s road to rehabilitation
Scout is on his way to becoming the best dog he can be – a remarkable journey given his rough beginning.
The two-yea…
January 20, 2022
Feline fun: Advance your cat’s cues
Back in the summer, we shared some easy cues to teach your cat. Once you’ve mastered those cues and are looking for m…
September 16, 2021
Texas cats make 2,500-km journey to find forever homes
We’ve been sharing updates about dog re-homing initiatives that the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society has been organizi…
September 6, 2021
Tips for a safe Labour Day with pets
Whether you've been waiting for this weekend, or it snuck up on you, we'd like to give you tips to have a safe Labour D…
August 23, 2021
How to prepare your dog for kids going to college
The transition from summer into a school semester can be hectic for everyone involved – but what about our animals? H…
August 19, 2021
Post-COVID separation anxiety and your pets
During lockdowns in Ontario, we have spent much more time at home with our animal companions. Our fur babies offered em…
August 9, 2021
My itchy dog: When is it too much?
Guest post by Royal Canin
Every dog is an individual, with unique behaviours and habits. It’s important to remembe…
July 26, 2021
The benefits of brushing your furry friend
Fur, fur everywhere! Summer is here, and you may notice your dog shedding out their winter coat. While you may decide i…
June 17, 2021
Ontario SPCA teams up with community members in Cornwall to protect local geese
In the spring and summer, it’s not uncommon to see flocks of geese crossing roads with their goslings trailing along …
May 28, 2021
Juniper and her adopter go on the adventure of a lifetime
Juniper needed a home. Stefan was looking for someone to join him on hiking adventures. They soon discovered they go to…