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Why do puppies nip and tips on managing this behaviour
Puppies are adorable, but their nipping behaviour can sometimes be a pain. When puppies play, they often use their mouths to explore their environment and interact with other dogs and humans. However, their sharp teeth can cause discomfort or even injury. It’s important to teach your puppy appropriate behaviours to prevent problems as they grow […]
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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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September 1, 2022
Back to school? The Ontario SPCA shares tips to help animals cope with change
IMMEDIATE RELEASE Stouffville, ON (Sept. 1, 2022) – The kids are back to school and while getting into a new fall routine can be an exciting time for families, the change in schedule can be hard on our beloved pets. On days when your furry companion will be home alone, the Ontario SPCA and Humane […]
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August 23, 2022
From Fear to Joy: Dolly’s story of rehabilitation
Dolly came into our care frightened and wary, unsure of herself and everyone around her. With love, care, and rehabilitation, she became a completely different dog. Dolly’s journey from the U.S. Dolly, who has since been renamed Rosie, was four years old when she was transported from the U.S. to the Ontario SPCA and Humane […]
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August 5, 2022
Why does my vet start to look jumpy when I talk about feeding raw?
Guest blog by Juanita Glencross, Royal Canin My goal today in tackling this difficult conversation is to simply offer some insight into the thoughts that begin to spin in a veterinarian’s head the moment he or she hears the words raw and food in the same sentence. The first thing that I want you to […]
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August 2, 2022
National Senior Pet Day: Celebrating senior animals
Aug. 3 is National Senior Pet Day, a day to celebrate animals of all shapes and sizes in their golden years. It’s also a day to reflect on the joy that comes with living and caring for our furry and feathered friends. And for the team at the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society, it’s a […]
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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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May 17, 2022
Changing Nikita’s life began with building trust
When Nikita came into the care of the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society, she was anxious and fearful of people and new environments. She would pee in the house, a submissive, fear-based behaviour. Her entire posture was submissive, closed and nervous. Even treats weren’t enough of an enticement for her to trust someone new. Changing […]
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