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Healthy habits, healthy weight
Guest post by Royal Canin Choose the right diet The first step in preventing obesity in pets is to feed the appropriate level of calories based on your pet’s individual needs. Indoor cats and dogs with a typical activity level of one hour or less per day have low energy requirements meaning they require fewer […]
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July 1, 2020
The bond between Nakita and Dan is a very special one
At the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society, we know how an animal’s life improves when they find their fur-ever family. And just like animals need us to care for them, sometimes, we need them just as much. Meet Dan, a retiree living with post-traumatic stress. Each day can be a struggle and some days are […]
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May 18, 2020
Victoria Day activities for you and your pets
Victoria Day may be looking very different for us this year, but it doesn’t mean we can’t celebrate in our own way! Here are a few activities you can do with your family and pets today. Activities to do this Victoria Day Make some homemade treats for your pet There are lots of great recipes […]
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April 30, 2020
Commonly Asked Questions Regarding Spay/Neuter: Quarantine edition
Listening to health professionals and the Government of Canada, the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society made the decision in mid-March to close our animal centres and spay/neuter clinics to the public until further notice slow and stop the spread of COVID-19. As our clients wait for clinics to reopen, we have received many questions about […]
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April 13, 2020
Pet Care Isolation Check List
Guest post by Jennifer Toof, Manager, Programs and Education, Ontario SPCA and Humane Society As much as staying home during COVID-19 can be a difficult adjustment for many people, our companion animals may also be finding the change of routine challenging. Pets are truly an essential part of the family for millions of people, and it’s important that the entire family stays healthy during this time – both physically and […]
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March 16, 2020
March Break fun with fur babies
Kids look forward to March break, but keeping them entertained can be a struggle. We have some family fun ideas that we hope will keep them busy, and keep your pets entertained, too. D.I.Y projects From homemade toys to treats, both kids and pets will love these D.I.Y projects. Try making a D.I.Y dog toy […]
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