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  • Behind the scenes of helping VIP animals find forever homes

    You may have noticed the “VIP” status on our adoption page, which stands for “Very Important Paws.” These furry friends are animals in our care who may need a little extra support finding a home. There are countless people involved in helping these VIP animals find forever homes, including animal care teams and foster volunteers. […]

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  • June 15, 2023

    7 steps to litter train a rabbit

    You’ve heard of litter training cats and dogs, but did you know you can also litter train rabbits? Today we’re sharing helpful tips for teaching your rabbit to use a litter box.  General tips  Steps to litter train your rabbit  We hope you found these tips helping on how to litter train your rabbit! For […]

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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 22, 2023

    Victoria Day activities for you and your pets

    It’s Victoria Day! We hope you are ready for a day filled with fun and we have a few suggestions on how you can include your furry friends! Here are a few activities you can do with your family and companion animals today.  Activities to do this Victoria Day  Make some homemade treats for your […]

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  • May 8, 2023

    The Ontario SPCA urges people to include pets in their emergency plans

    IMMEDIATE RELEASE Stouffville, ON (May 8, 2023) – This week is Emergency Preparedness Week and the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society and the Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs want to remind you to have an emergency preparedness plan in place that includes your furry family members. Here are five tips to keep you and your […]

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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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  • April 13, 2023

    Wishing a Happy Retirement to our dearest receptionist Diane Porter

    Diane Porter has been a friendly face and voice of the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society as a receptionist for 19 years and is ready to step into her next chapter of retirement. Getting started at the Ontario SPCA Back in 2004, Diane was hired in the veterinary clinic as an Animal Care Attendant. Diane […]

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  • March 7, 2023

    How to choose a pet sitter

    We think a lot about who to hire as a sitter for our children – but what about for our furry friends?  With March break quickly approaching, you may be considering a pet sitter as you embark on your travels. Here are a few key factors to consider when hiring a pet sitter.  What should […]

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  • February 17, 2023

    Top 3 things to consider before adopting an animal

    Have you been pondering the idea of adding a companion animal to your life? You have come to the right place! Finding loving homes for animals is at the heart of Ontario SPCA and Humane Society’s work and finding the right fit means ensuring adopters know what to expect.   Adoption is a great choice if […]

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  • January 6, 2023

    Caring for your pet rabbit

    Did you know you can litter-train your rabbit like you do with cats? Here are some helpful tips to help you care for your rabbit!  Litter box training  To train your rabbit to use the litter box, use a small cat litter box with no sides or top. Fill it with unscented recycled paper as […]

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  • October 13, 2022

    Behind the scenes with RVTs at Ontario SPCA animal centres

    October is RVT Month! This month we’re celebrating Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVTs). To kick it off, RVTs from our Ontario SPCA and Humane Society animal centres share a behind-the-scenes look at their typical day, and how their work is changing the lives of animals.   What does an RVT do?  RVTs are responsible for overseeing the […]

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  • October 10, 2022

    Thanksgiving activities to enjoy with your pet

    Looking to have some fun with your furry friend this Thanksgiving weekend? Here are some easy ideas to spend some quality time with your furry friend!  DIY pet toys  No matter the weather, enjoy your time together! Even if the weather doesn’t permit to enjoy outdoor fun, you can make your own pet toys for […]

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