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  • December 28, 2023

    Silverado gets the VIP treatment and a fresh start

    Animals of all types and sizes come into the care of Ontario SPCA and Humane Society animal centres every day. From sweet puppies to frisky cats, we love seeing the different personalities that emerge when an animal is in our care. But sometimes animals arrive who need a little extra help coming out of their […]

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  • December 14, 2023

    Adopting a puppy: What to expect

    Congratulations on adopting a new puppy! This is an exciting time for both you and your puppy. The first day after bringing your furry friend home can be exciting but also overwhelming, especially if this is your first time parenting a puppy. Here are some things to expect on day one:  For tips on how […]

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  • October 30, 2023

    5 common canine behaviours and how to modify them

    You may think at times, “my dog knows better,” but the truth is, unless you’ve taught them and they’ve practiced the training in an environment or circumstance you’re attempting to work in, they don’t know! Today we’re sharing positive training techniques to modify five common canine behaviours.  Important note: Your dog’s behaviour is trying to […]

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  • October 10, 2023

    Buddy gets his second chance after surviving abuse

    Some of the animals who arrive in our care carry burdens we can’t even imagine. One of those animals is a wonderful dog named Buddy. Buddy’s story started out with pain and heartbreak but ended in a second chance and happy ending.  A rough start in life  Buddy lived in a home where there was […]

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  • September 18, 2023

    Celebrating the first underdogs adopted from the Provincial Dog Rehab Centre

    The Ontario SPCA Provincial Dog Rehabilitation Centre is now a reality and, since launching in June, we are thrilled to celebrate our 16th adoption (and counting!) These are 16 special dogs –who struggled to find a family to love them due to their own unique challenges. Their stories now have a happy tail, thanks to […]

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  • August 25, 2023

    Kittens with special needs get the second chance they deserve

    Soon after a seemingly healthy litter of kittens was born at the Ontario SPCA Renfrew County Animal Centre, they were placed in a volunteer foster home with their mother. At the time, the team at the centre didn’t know just how crucial that foster home would be to the care of these vulnerable kittens.  When […]

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  • August 10, 2023

    Pandemic puppies: Adult dog socialization tips

    The first three months of a puppy’s life are important to its development as during this time, they are learning, going through a critical period of socialization and accepting new things. But what do you do if that window of opportunity is missed? Many puppies born during the pandemic were under-socialized due to social distancing […]

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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 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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