Tips to deter your dog from scavenging during walks
Do you find that your dog scavenges for items to eat on your walks? If daily walks are interrupted by your dog picking …
The Ontario SPCA urges people to include pets in their emergency plans
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Stouffville, ON (May 8, 2023) – This week is Emergency Preparedness Week and the Ontario SPCA an…
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 welco…
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 a…
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…
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 l…
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 yo…
What to expect when caring for a deaf dog
Dogs, like humans, can experience varying degrees of disabilities throughout their lives, and while some are quite noti…
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 fro…
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 quali…
Introducing an anxious dog to people and pets
Having a nervous or anxious dog can create some challenges when introducing them to other people or dogs. Being a pet p…
Back to school? The Ontario SPCA shares tips to help animals cope with change
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Stouffville, ON (Sept. 1, 2022) – The kids are back to school and while getting into a new fall …