How to teach appropriate greetings when your dog meets a stranger

It’s common for many dogs to be unsure and wary of new people. Teaching your dog how to appropriately greet a strange…

National Shelter Appreciation Week: Here for the animals

Nov. 3-9 is National Shelter Appreciation week, a time to acknowledge the effort and dedication of shelters, and the ha…

Adopting a dog with hip dysplasia: What you need to know

At the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society, we often see dogs come into our care for rehoming due to behavioural issues tha…

Fostering benefits extend beyond animals to the volunteers

Some animals find the transition to an animal centre environment challenging. Other animals may need to remain in our c…

Comedy night in support of the Ontario SPCA will have you howling with laughter

IMMEDIATE RELEASE Stouffville, ON (September 26, 2024) – Bark your calendars for Wednesday, Oct. 23, and get ready…

6 styles of play for your cat

Did you know that while a cat’s natural instinct is to hunt and play, not all cats play the same way? To help encoura…

How to reduce the risk of feline urinary tract disease (FLUTD)

Sponsored by Royal Canin Did you know that there are multiple causes of urinary tract disease? Stones and crystals c…

Barrie Pet-Oberfest promises to be a howlin’ good time to help animals in need

IMMEDIATE RELEASE Barrie, ON (September 16, 2024) – Get Ready for barks, brews, and a howlin' good time at Ba…

Maximus never gave up hope

For 262 days, Maximus waited for his forever home. For those nearly 9 months, the care team at the Ontario SPCA Midland…

My dog has just come into heat. What should I do?

Spaying is a surgical procedure that removes some of the reproductive organs in a female dog to prevent unwanted pregna…

9 Things to Know Before Adopting a Bunny

Aren’t bunnies just the cutest? Although they make great companion animals , some considerations must first be taken …

Beyond basics: Teaching your dog new cues

Has your dog mastered basic cues like “sit,” “down” and “come”? These are the most common cues most people …