The impact of light pollution on wildlife and how we can help
Light pollution is often seen as a problem for humans, disrupting our sleep and spoiling our view of the night sky. How…
Understanding your dog
Ever wonder why your dog does what they do? While they can’t speak our language, dogs communicate clearly through bod…
Why you should consider spaying or neutering your pet
When it comes to responsible pet parenting, spaying or neutering your animal is one of the most important decisions you…
Get to know Crystal Brain, Manager of the Ontario SPCA York Region Animal Centre
Bringing warmth, experience, and a deep sense of purpose to her role, Crystal Brain leads the Ontario SPCA York Region …
Clicker training your cat
Clicker training is a fun and effective way to help teach a wide variety of animals, including cats and dogs. Unlike …
Tips on caring for your pet rat
Whether you’ve had a pet rat before, or you’re a first-time parent, here are some tips you need to know about food,…
Choosing the right boarding kennel for your pet
You have a trip coming up, and your beloved furry friend can’t come with you. How do you choose the right boarding …
Twix’s journey of recovery: A new life as Bo
Twix’s story began at the Ontario SPCA Stormont, Dundas & Glengarry Animal Centre, where this one-year-old Mastif…
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…
Does your pet have a food allergy? Here’s what to watch for
Just like people, cats and dogs can suffer from food allergies. While not as common as environmental allergies, food se…
Touch the target – Enrichment game for cats
Does your cat ever get the “zoomies”? Although this behaviour is quite normal, it can also be an indicator that you…
How to teach “four-on-the-floor”
Training your dog “four-on-the-floor” is helpful to prevent unwanted jumping by teaching them to have all four feet…