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  • August 8, 2023

    Snip, snip, hurray! The Ontario SPCA performs its 150,000th spay/neuter procedure

    IMMEDIATE RELEASE Stouffville, ON (Aug. 8, 2023) – As it celebrates its 150th anniversary, the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society has reached another major milestone, performing its 150,000th spay/neuter procedure since it began offering high volume spay/neuter services to the public in 2009.   To help reduce pet overpopulation, the Ontario SPCA began offering high volume spay/neuter services […]

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  • July 18, 2023

    More bark than bite: Changing dogs’ barking habits

    A dog’s bark can be very useful; for showing their human something they want or need, or to warn of a possible intruder. But if it gets out of hand, your dog’s barking can be a nuisance to you, and your neighbours!   Reasons behind your dog barking The first step to changing your dog’s barking […]

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  • July 6, 2023

    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 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 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 12, 2023

    Pet Pantry helps family settle into new home

    The devastation in Ukraine can be felt around the world as communities welcome those fleeing the war-torn country. When one family came from Ukraine to Renfrew County, they brought their beloved cat, Mikky, with them. After everything they’ve been through, we are honoured to be able to share resources with them to keep this family […]

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