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What your rabbit’s body language is telling you
If you’re considering adopting a rabbit, or if you already have one in your home – it’s important to understand rabbit behaviour and body language. Rabbits are prey animals and timid by nature, so you need to be patient if your rabbit seems shy at first. Hand-feeding treats helps to engage the rabbit and reinforce […]
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May 23, 2023
Meet our VIPs available for adoption
Thinking of adopting? While you’re on the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society’s Animal Adoption page, you’ll notice that some of the animals are marked with a “VIP” status. This stands for Very Important Paws, and these are animals in our care who may need a little extra help. These furry friends are often located at […]
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May 15, 2023
Why does your dog whine?
All dog parents probably hear their dog whine from time to time, but some hear it more often than others. In this post, we will share some helpful tips from the ASPCA, with helpful insights on why your dog whines, and how to address excessive whining. Why do dogs whine? Appeasement Behaviour Some dogs whine […]
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May 8, 2023
Fear Free® nail trims from home
You have the “perfect” dog. He or she has learned basic cues, walks gently beside you on a leash, and they leave your slippers alone! But when it comes to trimming their nails or giving them a medication prescribed by your veterinarian, life can get difficult. If this sounds all too familiar to you, here […]
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May 4, 2023
Preparing your entire family for a newborn
Guest blog from Pet Talk. Expecting parents are often as busy as they are excited while they’re preparing to welcome a new baby to their family. In this happily hectic time, those who also have furry family members should consider how their fur babies and their new baby can safely interact when they eventually meet. […]
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May 1, 2023
Emergency preparedness
In Ontario, each of us is responsible for our own safety and survival during the first 72 hours of an emergency, we are also responsible for our pet’s safety.
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March 13, 2023
March Break pet travel safety tips
Planning a trip over March Break? If your furry friends are embarking with you on a trip this March Break, we’ve got the top five tips to help ensure you travel safely together! 1. Today, a surprising number of accommodations welcome animals. Before booking, ask about pet policies. Lodgings may have restrictions on the types […]
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March 2, 2023
What is the difference between a registered charity and non-profit organization?
This year, the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society is celebrating its 150th anniversary! As we reflect on this milestone anniversary, we are sharing some fun details and explaining what the organization does and how it operates. In this blog, we are outlining the difference between a registered charity and a non-profit organization. According to canada.ca, […]
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February 24, 2023
How much do you know about the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society?
Did you know the Ontario SPCA has been in operation for 150 years? Over the last 150 years, the Ontario SPCA has directly impacted the lives of countless animals through adoptions, community support services, humane education, animal rehabilitation, spay/neuter services and more! The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society originally started as an organization caring for […]
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January 30, 2023
Community rallies to help mother dog safely deliver 11 pups
When a local community saw a very pregnant free-roaming dog as winter set in, they reached out to the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society for assistance to get her someplace warm before she had her puppies. After multiple attempts to catch her, she was successfully live trapped and brought into the Ontario SPCA Stormont, Dundas […]
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January 24, 2023
Veterinary advice is just a click away with Vetster
Furry family members are such an important part of our lives, and it can be stressful when they aren’t feeling well. Thanks to a new partnership between the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society and Vetster, we’re adding an additional level of care for the animals at our centres. Vetster provides on-demand online veterinary appointments by […]
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January 20, 2023
Tips for exercising pets during the winter months
While maintaining your dog’s exercise requirements during the winter is important, it’s a good idea to cut your walk short and supplement your furry friend’s exercise with some indoor activities for dogs when conditions are especially cold. Here are some helpful tips for enjoying outdoor exercise with your furry friend! Remember: You shouldn’t wait to […]
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