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Understanding Petting Agression in Cats
Understand and manage petting aggression in cats with our detailed guide, offering practical strategies, behaviour insights, and tips to help your cat feel safe and comfortable.
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November 30, 2025
Understanding Out-of-Box Elimination in Cats
Learn how to manage and prevent inappropriate elimination in cats with our comprehensive guide, including causes, behaviour tips, and practical solutions for a happy, healthy home.
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November 28, 2025
“Cool” test: How to tell if your dog is too cold
No matter what the weather, your dog probably enjoys having a romp outside – and that includes during the winter! But as their caregiver, it’s important you know when your dog is too cold and needs to get back inside. Remember to never leave your dog unattended inside a car at any time of year, but especially in the […]
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November 24, 2025
Congratulations! You’ve Adopted a Rat.
Learn essential care tips for your newly adopted rat, including housing, nutrition, enrichment, and vet guidance to ensure a happy, healthy pet.
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November 24, 2025
Congratulations! You’ve Adopted a Guinea Pig.
Discover essential care tips for your newly adopted guinea pig, including housing, nutrition, enrichment, and veterinary guidance for a happy, healthy pet.
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November 24, 2025
Congratulations! You’ve Adopted a Rabbit.
Learn essential care tips for your newly adopted rabbit, including housing, nutrition, enrichment, and vet guidance for a happy, healthy companion.
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November 24, 2025
Protecting pets from the silent threat of carbon monoxide
At the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society, we know that pets rely on us to protect their safety, and carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning is an often overlooked risk. Because animals may show signs before pet parents, they can act as early warning signs for your household. Protecting your pet from CO not only keeps them […]
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November 3, 2025
Supporting families through the rehoming journey
At the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society, every adoption represents a second chance for both the animal and the adopter. Our rehoming process is designed to ensure every animal is placed in a loving, suitable home where they can thrive. But we also recognize that the decision to rehome an animal can be incredibly difficult. […]
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October 27, 2025
How do I stop my dogs from marking territory indoors?
One of the questions we receive at our animal centres is how to stop dogs from marking territory indoors. We have some simple tips you can follow to help avoid this from happening in your home! Why do dogs mark indoors? If you are a dog parent, you may be familiar with the term “marking.” […]
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October 14, 2025
Commonly asked questions about RVT’s
Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVTs) play a crucial role at the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society, bringing compassion and care to the animals who depend on them. October is RVT Month and we are excited to have an entire month to celebrate them! It’s no secret that an RVT is an integral part of any animal […]
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October 6, 2025
How to feed your cat for health, happiness, and play
Learn the specific needs of cats with our friends at Royal Canine Canada to help your parents look after your cat properly and make sure she eats well. Playing and hunting are closely linked activities for cats, and a toy is often identified as prey. To respect her instinct, keep her fit, and make her […]
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September 29, 2025
Intermediate Presentations (Grades 7-8)
AnimalSmart™ is the Ontario SPCA’s humane education program, teaching compassion, empathy, and responsible animal care to children and youth. Book a presentation for grades 7-8.
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