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Adoption tips: Dog-to-Dog Introductions
Planning to bring home a new dog? Here are some helpful adoption tips for dog-to-dog introductions. Introducing two unfamiliar dogs can be a stressful event for all involved. Luckily, with a solid plan in place, you can help things go smoothly and facilitate a lifelong friendship. Important tips: Step 1: Introductions/Getting Started: Take a walk […]
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August 31, 2020
Emergency care for your pet
Just like people, our furry friends can become ill or get injured. During an emergency, every second counts, so it’s essential to have a plan in place so everyone is prepared and knows what to do. The first step is to find out if your veterinary clinic is open 24 hours and if they have […]
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August 7, 2020
How to make your indoor cat happy
Sponsored By Ursula Leonowicz ©2020 Postmedia Network Inc. A couple of weeks ago I noticed that Glam, my tuxedo cat, was less frisky than usual. He’s a pretty active cat and never says no to play time, so when he wasn’t up for a game with his favourite toy crocodile, I knew something was wrong. […]
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July 21, 2020
Dog Enrichment: DIY Cereal box kibble dispenser
Empty cereal boxes can act as great dog enrichment tools when turned into kibble-dispensing devices. They can also provide the ripping and tearing that some dogs enjoy. Without enrichment, heavy chewers can get frustrated and chew things they shouldn’t. As a result, they can swallow parts of objects that are left in their kennels. Some […]
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July 7, 2020
DIY cat food puzzles
While we’re all spending more time with our pets, why not create some DIY enrichment toys for you pets? (especially with extra TP around!). Food puzzles Puzzle feeders, toys or devices that contain food encourage your cats to engage in predatory behaviour. Manipulating the device provides stimulation and exercise. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for […]
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June 4, 2020
Helping your cat maintain a healthy weight
As we begin to resume more of our more pre-pandemic routines, our schedules are likely quite different than they used to be. The same thing holds true for our animals. They may be fed at new times, and they may be consuming more food and snacks. Their playtime and physical activity might also be different […]
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May 28, 2020
Calming Anxiety in Pets – with their sense of smell!
The COVID-19 pandemic is a stressful and anxious time for everyone in our households, even our pets, who must adjust to our new day-to-day routines. We need to do our best to check in on how they are doing physically, mentally and emotionally during this challenging time. Did you know an animal’s sense of smell is one of its most powerful senses? We can use this to our advantage when trying to calm their anxiety levels and make them […]
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May 25, 2020
The joys of kittenhood: Socialization tips for you and your kitten
Our new online tool, Shelter Health Pro, has a wealth of information on all kinds of things – including kitten socialization! We’re going to highlight here a few key tips you can use. For more great information, visit our website! The following has been adapted from material on the ASPCApro website. To ensure that kittens […]
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May 18, 2020
Victoria Day activities for you and your pets
Victoria Day may be looking very different for us this year, but it doesn’t mean we can’t celebrate in our own way! Here are a few activities you can do with your family and pets today. Activities to do this Victoria Day Make some homemade treats for your pet There are lots of great recipes […]
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April 30, 2020
Commonly Asked Questions Regarding Spay/Neuter: Quarantine edition
Listening to health professionals and the Government of Canada, the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society made the decision in mid-March to close our animal centres and spay/neuter clinics to the public until further notice slow and stop the spread of COVID-19. As our clients wait for clinics to reopen, we have received many questions about […]
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April 27, 2020
Choosing the training treats for your pet
If you have a food-motivated dog, you’ll know that nothing quite compares with a good treat to make training that much easier. Initially, food should be used to train the animal, but you should gradually decrease the frequency of food rewards and replace them with other types of rewards. Many animals are poor generalizers and […]
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April 13, 2020
Pet Care Isolation Check List
Guest post by Jennifer Toof, Manager, Programs and Education, Ontario SPCA and Humane Society As much as staying home during COVID-19 can be a difficult adjustment for many people, our companion animals may also be finding the change of routine challenging. Pets are truly an essential part of the family for millions of people, and it’s important that the entire family stays healthy during this time – both physically and […]
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