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• Long weekend safety tips for your furry friend

  Do you have exciting plans this long weekend with your furry friends? Whether you’re hiking, camping, or cottaging, we have some helpful tips to keep you and your companion animals safe.   Hiking   Whether it’s a small, local trail or a provincial or national park, there are many options available for taking a hike with your […]

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• July 27, 2022

  Long weekend fireworks can spook your pet! Top tips to keep animals calm and safe

  IMMEDIATE RELEASE Stouffville, ON (July 27, 2022) – With the Civic holiday weekend approaching, the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society is reminding pet families that fireworks can be frightening to animals and to take precautions to keep pets safe. Unexpected loud noises and flashing lights can make our furry companions feel anxious, even cause them […]

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• July 19, 2022

  Keep pets cool when temperatures soar! 5 tips to keep your furry friend safe this summer

  Stouffville, ON (July 19, 2022) – With temperatures soaring, the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society wants to remind pet families to keep the safety of their furry friends top of mind. Here are five tips to keep your pets cool and safe this season:  “Our animals count on us to keep them safe,” says Dr. Stephanie Black, Chief Veterinary Officer, Ontario SPCA and Humane […]

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• May 23, 2022

  How to train your cat to wear a collar

  You may typically associate collars with dogs, but cats can also be trained to wear them. In addition to microchipping, a collar with identification tags can assist in getting the cat back home if it gets lost. 

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• May 2, 2022

  Are your pets part of your emergency preparedness plan? 5 tips to keep your furry family safe

  IMMEDIATE RELEASE Stouffville, ON (May 2, 2022) – Emergency Preparedness Week is May 1-7, and the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society and the Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs (OAFC) have joined forces to hit home an important message – everyone needs an emergency plan, and it must include your furry family members.  If an emergency […]

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• March 28, 2022

  “Cabin in the Meow-tains” among four new cat cabin designs provided by the Pet Valu Companions for ChangeTM program to Ontario SPCA animal centres

  IMMEDIATE RELEASE These elaborate cardboard boxes serve as a safe haven for cats awaiting adoption Stouffville, ON (March 28, 2022) – Cats and small critters awaiting adoption at Ontario SPCA and Humane Society animal centres now have four new themed “cat cabin” designs that are as fun as they are functional to keep the animals […]

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• March 17, 2022

  4 tips to keep pets safe on St. Patrick’s Day

  Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Time to haul out the green and festive gear for a more-exciting-than-normal Thursday! If your furry friends are going to be around for the festivities, here are a few safety tips to keep in mind. St. Patrick’s Day Safety Tips With these tips, you and your furry friends can have a safe […]

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• March 4, 2022

  Tips to deter your dog from scavenging during walks

  Do you find your dog scavenges for items to eat on your walks? If daily walks are interrupted by your dog picking up sticks, grass, or any other little treats from nature, that’s because scavenging is a natural behaviour that dogs express – some more than others. It is possible, however, to get your dog […]

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• February 17, 2022

  10 tips for a successful adoption

  Dogs are exceptional animals, and their ability and desire to form deep and loving bonds with humans is extraordinary. By adopting, you are truly giving your dog an amazing gift – a second chance. Following an adoption, it may take a few weeks or months for you and your dog to fully adjust to your […]

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• January 20, 2022

  Feline fun: Advance your cat’s cues

  Back in the summer, we shared some easy cues to teach your cat. Once you’ve mastered those cues and are looking for more of a challenge, try these more advanced moves with your feline friend. Teaching your cat cues can serve as a valuable enrichment and bonding experience! Learn more on our website, shelterhealthpro.com Roll […]

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• January 13, 2022

  How the Ontario SPCA is helping community cats

  What programs does the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society have in place to help community cats and their caregivers? Find out all about our three programs to help community cats and their caregivers, below! Three programs to help feral cats & their caregivers To assist feral cat caretakers in managing feral cat colonies, the Ontario […]

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• November 12, 2021

  Foster family earns trust of timid cat in time for litter of kittens!

  In the spring of 2021, Ms. Gray came into the care of the Ontario SPCA Renfrew County Animal Centre as a stray. She was soon placed into foster care after they found a little surprise – or should we say several little surprises – on intake. She was pregnant!   Ms. Gray was very timid and frightened when she […]

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