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150 years of being there for the animals
As we near the close of 2023, a significant milestone marking the 150th anniversary of the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society, we take a moment to reflect on the ways you have helped us change the lives of animals. Over 4,000 animals adopted Over 4,000 dogs, cats, and small animals found their forever families through […]
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December 14, 2023
Adopting a puppy: What to expect
Congratulations on adopting a new puppy! This is an exciting time for both you and your puppy. The first day after bringing your furry friend home can be exciting but also overwhelming, especially if this is your first time parenting a puppy. Here are some things to expect on day one: For tips on how […]
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December 12, 2023
Tips to help improve your dog’s recall
Do you feel like your dog isn’t listening when you call their name? If you’re having difficulty getting your dog to respond when you call them, this blog is for you! Why your dog may not be responding First, it’s important to consider what may be impacting your dog’s recall. Here are a few considerations: […]
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December 11, 2023
Making a paws-itive impact on pet overpopulation with accessible spay/neuter
As we commemorated our 150th anniversary, the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society marked significant milestones in 2023 toward our goal of reducing pet overpopulation. Notably, we celebrated the completion of our 150,000th spay/neuter procedure since opening high-volume spay/neuter services to the public in 2009. This achievement has prevented an estimated 4,010,640 unplanned kittens and 2,816,280 […]
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November 30, 2023
Cold weather pet safety tips
With the winter season upon us, it is important to remember that our furry friends can also get cold. If it’s too cold for you, then it’s too cold for your companion animal! When the temperature drops below freezing, animals should not be left outside for extended periods. Cats, short-coated dogs and puppies are particularly […]
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November 20, 2023
Puppy training basics: 5 key building blocks every puppy parent should know
Bringing home a puppy is a big life change – for you and for them! In this blog, we’ll be sharing five crucial areas to focus your efforts when training your puppy to set them up for success in their new home. Socialization Your puppy is constantly making associations with new experiences, places, things, and […]
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November 16, 2023
Volunteers have been at the heart of the Ontario SPCA for 150 years
Over the past 150 years, volunteers have and continue to play a pivotal role in helping the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society improve the lives of animals. In 1873, a group of animal-loving volunteers came together to form the Ontario Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. After 46 years of lobbying, the government […]
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November 7, 2023
Reduce your pet’s cancer risk factors
November is National Pet Cancer Awareness Month, a time to reflect on the risk factors our animal friends face and what we, as their caregivers, can do to help them avoid a cancer diagnosis. Early detection can save lives. There are lifestyle factors we can control to help our animal buddies avoid a cancer diagnosis. […]
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October 26, 2023
How to handle a high energy dog
It’s the end of the day. You think your dog has had a full day of playtime and activities, and now you’re ready to sit on the couch and relax… but your dog still has a ton of energy! What gives? It turns out you may be missing out on a few simple things to […]
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September 22, 2023
How to handle attention-seeking barking
There are a lot of times where dogs barking is helpful. When they tell us they need to go outside, or they need more water, or there’s a raccoon digging in your garden! But what do you do when your dog is barking for attention? We share helpful tips from our friends at the ASPCA. […]
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September 21, 2023
How to train cats to do agility courses
In North America, when you think about pet agility courses, you may think only of dogs jumping over bars and through hoops. In reality, many other pets can also do agility courses, and do them well! In today’s blog, we discuss agility courses, and how your cat can be trained to do them. Finding motivation […]
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September 18, 2023
Celebrating the first underdogs adopted from the Provincial Dog Rehab Centre
The Ontario SPCA Provincial Dog Rehabilitation Centre is now a reality and, since launching in June, we are thrilled to celebrate our 16th adoption (and counting!) These are 16 special dogs –who struggled to find a family to love them due to their own unique challenges. Their stories now have a happy tail, thanks to […]
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