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May 4, 2026
Make pets part of your emergency plan during Emergency Preparedness Week
When an emergency happens, there’s often little time to think. In those moments, having a plan already in place can make all the difference. And for pet families, that plan should always include every member of the household, including the ones with paws. Emergency Preparedness Week is the perfect time to pause and ask yourself if something […]
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May 4, 2026
Make pets part of your emergency plan this Emergency Preparedness Week
IMMEDIATE RELEASE Stouffville, ON (May 4, 2026) – This week is Emergency Preparedness Week and theOntario SPCA and Humane Society is calling on the public to include animals in their emergency plans to help ensure no family member is left behind in a crisis. Having an emergency plan means being ready for a range of […]
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Emergency Preparedness Week 2026
Emergency Preparedness Week 2026 Now is the perfect time to make sure you have an emergency plan in place that covers everyone in your household – pets included! Have your supplies ready, know how to shelter in place and/or plan for a safe evacuation. A little planning now protects every member of your family when the unexpected happens. Available at our Animal Centres […]
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Pet Emergency Preparedness
Be ready for emergencies. The Ontario SPCA offers tips and resources to help you include your pets in emergency preparedness plans.
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April 24, 2025
Sit, stay, and save lives with feline first aid course during Emergency Preparedness Month
Whitby, ON (April 24, 2025) – Are you prepared if your pet has a medical emergency? With Emergency Preparedness Month coming up in May, the Humane Society of Durham Region invites anyone who has a cat to join a feline first aid and CPR course. On May 10 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in […]
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May 3, 2024
Does your emergency preparedness plan include your pets?
In the face of an unexpected emergency requiring evacuation or sheltering in place, readiness is key. The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society, in partnership with the Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs, want to remind you to have an emergency preparedness plan in place that includes your furry family members. Your plan should include a survival […]
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May 1, 2024
Sit, stay and learn about how to protect your pets at Emergency Preparedness event
Pembroke, ON (May 1, 2024) – To kick off Emergency Preparedness Week, the Ontario SPCA Renfrew County Animal Centre is partnering with the Pembroke Fire Department and Nice Dog, Scarlett! for a free event to help keep your pets safe during an emergency. Sit, stay and learn on Monday, May 6 from 6-7 p.m. at […]
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May 1, 2023
Emergency preparedness
In Ontario, each of us is responsible for our own safety and survival during the first 72 hours of an emergency, we are also responsible for our pet’s safety.
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May 2, 2022
Are your pets part of your emergency preparedness plan? 5 tips to keep your furry family safe
IMMEDIATE RELEASE Stouffville, ON (May 2, 2022) – Emergency Preparedness Week is May 1-7, and the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society and the Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs (OAFC) have joined forces to hit home an important message – everyone needs an emergency plan, and it must include your furry family members. If an emergency […]
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January 6, 2026
Are your animals prepared for a winter emergency?
As the winter months settle in, it’s more important than ever to consider the safety of your animals in your emergency response plan. Snowstorms, power outages, and freezing temperatures can disrupt daily routines and put everyone at risk – our furry companions included. By creating a plan, you can ensure their safety, no matter what winter throws your way. Here are […]
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May 1, 2025
The Ontario SPCA asks you to Promise to Prepare by including pets in emergency plans
IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Ontario SPCA asks you to Promise to Prepare by including pets in emergency plans Stouffville, ON (May 1, 2025) – With Emergency Preparedness Week just around the corner, the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society is asking you to Promise to Prepare by creating an emergency plan that includes your animal family members. […]
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May 1, 2025
Promise to Prepare: Emergency planning for pet parents
When an emergency strikes, there’s no time to waste — and that includes making sure your furry family members are safe. That’s why the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society, in partnership with the Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs, is encouraging pet parents to take part in Emergency Preparedness Week, happening May 5–11, by making a […]
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