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 col…
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 area…
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 Soc…
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…
Fostering benefits extend beyond animals to the volunteers
Some animals find it challenging and stressful to transition into a shelter environment. Other animals may need to rema…
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 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 …
Is foster volunteering right for you?
The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society is currently recruiting foster volunteers to assist its animal centres by temporari…
Adoption tips: Cat-to-cat introductions
Adjusting to a new home can be a frightening and anxious experience for a cat who’s not used to transitions. Then you…
Commonly asked questions about RVT’s
The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society has some wonderful Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVTs) employed within our org…
Tips for training your cat
Cats love to learn. Knowing that their actions will earn them a reward gives them a sense of control over their environ…
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 wa…