“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! B…
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. …
Halloween costume safety
This Halloween, you may be planning on dressing up your furry friend to take part in the festivities with you. But how …
Keep wildlife in mind when you’re on the road
Every year, thousands of wild animals are taken to wildlife rehabilitation centres across the province because they req…
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 …
Get active this fall with your pets!
Fall can be a great time to get out and get active. With cooler weather, there are plenty of perfect opportunities to…
What to do when you encounter wildlife in your community
As our cities expand, it’s becoming increasingly common to spot raccoons, skunks, squirrels, foxes and other wild…
Celebrate Thanksgiving with your furry friends
For many people, the Thanksgiving holiday is a time to get together with friends and family to enjoy a delicious meal t…
Adopting a small animal
Small animals also require their daily dose of fun and excitement outside of their enclosures to help keep them healt…
5 fall pet hazards you wouldn’t expect
As we step into fall, with the crunch of leaves beneath our feet and our pets’ paws, it is important to be aware of s…
Meet Julie, the new manager of the Ontario SPCA Orangeville & District Animal Centre
We’re so excited to officially welcome Julie Woods as the new manager of the Ontario SPCA Orangeville & District …
How to prevent counter surfing in dogs
If you’ve ever walked into the kitchen to find your dog with their paws up on the counter and a missing sandwich, you…