4 animal accounts you need to follow in 2024
It’s already 2024 – can you believe it?!—and we are living in an increasingly digital world where anyone can beco…
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 swe…
Thinking of adopting a VIP animal? Read the FAQs about VIPs
If you’ve been thinking of adopting an animal from the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society, you may have noticed the VIP …
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 brin…
How to teach a rabbit to wear a harness and leash
Many rabbit companions enjoy going outside! But it’s important to make sure they do so in a way that keeps them safe.…
How to teach your cat to walk on a leash
Teaching a cat to walk on a leash is different than walking a dog. Sometimes you can cue them to follow you, whereas ot…
Indoor activities for your pets during the winter months
The winter can often mean more time spent indoors for us and for our furry family members. There are many benefits to s…
How to teach a cat to wear a harness
Have an adventurous kitty who always loves to be by your side? Or a feline friend who begs to go outside? In this blog …
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 …
Is foster volunteering right for you?
The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society is currently recruiting foster volunteers to assist its animal centres by temporari…
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 d…
How to train cats to do agility courses
In North America, when you think about pet agility courses, you may think only of dogs jumping over bars and through ho…