What are the Five Freedoms of Animal Welfare?
For the past 150 years, the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society has provided care, comfort, and compassion to animals in ne…
How to make food puzzles for your cat
Food puzzles are a great way for your cat to receive enrichment while enjoying a snack! Today we'd …
Training tips: Play biting and mouthing
If you’re the proud parent of a puppy or kitten, chances are you’ve been on the receiving end of some play biting. …
Back to school enrichment for animals
It’s time to head back to school and return to your family’s regular activities, which means your animal may be alo…
Cat body language: What is your cat saying?
Knowing how to understand your cat’s body language is valuable. This information can help you understand what the cat…
Inside the family living room at the Provincial Dog Rehabilitation Centre
The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society celebrated the grand opening of its Provincial Dog Rehabilitation Centre in June 20…
Snip, snip, hurray! We’ve reached our 150,000th spay/neuter milestone
It’s a special year for the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society. Not only are we celebrating our 150th anniversary in 202…
Pandemic puppies: Adult dog socialization tips
The first three months of a puppy's life are important to its development as during this time, they are learning, going…
Snip, snip, hurray! The Ontario SPCA performs its 150,000th spay/neuter procedure
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Stouffville, ON (Aug. 8, 2023) – As it celebrates its 150th anniversary, the Ontario SPCA and …
More bark than bite: Changing dogs’ barking habits
A dog's bark can be very useful; for showing their human something they want or need, or to warn of a possible intruder…
Behind the scenes of helping VIP animals find forever homes
You may have noticed the “VIP” status on our adoption page, which stands for “Very Important Paws.” These furry…
What your rabbit’s body language is telling you
If you’re considering adopting a rabbit, or if you already have one in your home – it’s important to understand r…