Search Results for: cat training

• August 19, 2022

  Ontario SPCA spay/neuter teams brush up on CPR emergency training

  At the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society, we not only educate about the importance of pet safety and emergency preparedness, we practice those principles. That’s why our staff at Ontario SPCA Centre Veterinary Hospital in Stouffville and Ontario SPCA Marion Vernon Memorial Animal Clinic in Barrie received veterinary CPR training  from a RECOVER certified instructor. […]

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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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• 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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• April 30, 2021

  Spring training with your dog

  Guest post by PetLink, our Animal Wellness partner for the Change for Animals Conference. It’s Spring Training! What better way to celebrate the warmer season than perfecting tricks and training with your dog? We’ve teamed up with Holly Lewis, owner of Cold Nose Canine in Milwaukee, to help give some tips (and tricks!) on how […]

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• March 12, 2021

  How to trap a cat for TNR

  Today we’re talking about how to trap a cat for TNR. Trap-Neuter-Return, or TNR, is the process of trapping feral cats and bringing them to a veterinarian to be spayed/neutered, then returning them to their original habitat. Feral cats are returned outside because they would be terrified in a home or shelter due to a […]

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• March 31, 2020

  How to clicker train your cat

  Interested in teaching your cat a few tricks while you practice physical distancing from other humans? Clicker training your cat You can use clicker training for almost any training exercise. You can teach your cats what the clicker means by pairing it with a primary reinforcer (anything the cat wants badly enough to work for), […]

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• October 22, 2026

  Tips for a successful adoption

  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 a dog an amazing gift – a second chance. Following an adoption, it may take a few weeks or months for you and your dog […]

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• Striker

  Meet Striker There’s something truly special about Striker. At 4 years old, this handsome hound mix has a heart as big as his boundless spirit. With his striking deep brown coat accented by touches of white, Striker is as beautiful on the outside as he is on the inside. Weighing in at 28.6 kg (62.9 […]

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• Fuego

  **Meet Fuego! 🐾❤️** Fuego is a 1-year-old Lab mix with a BIG personality and energy to match! This fun-loving girl is bouncy, playful, and always ready to bring excitement to your day. She’s full of youthful enthusiasm and would love a home ready for adventures, playtime, and helping her channel all that happy energy. On […]

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• September 1, 2026

  Debunking rescue dog myths 

  Debunking rescue dog myths  Thinking about adopting? You may have heard a few things about dogs in shelters that just aren’t true. Let’s set the record straight.  Myth #1: Rescue dogs have behavioural issues  Dogs end up in shelters for all kinds of reasons, such as a move, a change in family circumstances, or financial hardship, and very rarely because something is “wrong” with them. Many adoptable dogs are happy, healthy, and well-adjusted family members simply […]

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• August 31, 2026

  Back to school: Separation anxiety and pets

  With the school season coming back in full swing, your family will be adjusting to the new schedule – and that includes your pets!  Your furry family member may need time to adjust to a change in schedule. Separation anxiety can occur for pets when they are used to having you around all the time. […]

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• August 25, 2026

  Beyond the breed: Finding the right pet based on personality

  When you’re scrolling through adoptable animals on the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society’s website, breed might be one of the first things you look for. But when it comes to finding the right companion, there’s much more to consider than a breed label.  Why we may not know an animal’s breed  When an animal arrives at our animal centre, we don’t always know their full history. They may […]

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