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…
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 ho…
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…
What are the Five Freedoms of Animal Welfare?
For the past 150 years, the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society has provided care, comfort, and compassion to animals in ne…
How to make food puzzles for your cat
Food puzzles are a great way for your cat to receive enrichment while enjoying a snack! Today we'd …
Training tips: Play biting and mouthing
If you’re the proud parent of a puppy or kitten, chances are you’ve been on the receiving end of some play biting. …
Back to school enrichment for animals
It’s time to head back to school and return to your family’s regular activities, which means your animal may be alo…
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 …