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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 quality time with your furry friend! DIY pet toys No matter the weather, enjoy your time together! Even if the weather doesn’t permit to enjoy outdoor fun, you can make your own pet toys for […]
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October 3, 2022
A look at what RVTs do and why you should become one
Registered Veterinarian Technicians are a skilled and knowledgeable part of the team at your local veterinary office, and they’re also an integral part of the animal care team at Ontario SPCA and Humane Society animal centres. What do Registered Veterinary Technicians do? In short, a lot! From routine animal care, administration and dispensing of medications […]
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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 29, 2022
Managing anxiety in cats
One minute our feline fur babies can be relaxing on a perch, the next minute the zoomies have struck, and they are running around the house. How do we know this is normal cat behaviour and not something more, such as anxiety? What is anxiety? Anxiety in cats is described as anticipation to a perceived […]
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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 8, 2022
Curious about Doga? It’s worth checking out!
Yoga has been gaining popularity over the last couple of decades thanks to its amazing physical and mental health benefits. Regardless of your age or level of fitness, yoga has elements that can appeal to anyone. Using breathing exercises, stretching and strengthening poses, and meditation, the practice of yoga brings together mind, body and soul. […]
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June 30, 2022
Kijiji builds veggie garden for small animals awaiting adoption
The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society partnered with Kijiji to build a vegetable garden to help animals in need! Kijiji staff volunteered their time over two days to construct a raised vegetable garden at the Ontario SPCA York Region Animal Centre in Stouffville. The garden is intended to provide sustainable enrichment and nutritious greens for […]
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May 12, 2022
Another step forward – Stronger laws will help protect dogs kept outdoors
Advocating on behalf of animals who can’t speak for themselves has been at the heart of the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society’s mission since 1873, which is why we are encouraged by recent amendments to provincial legislation that will help protect dogs who are kept outdoors. Provincial Animal Welfare Services Act O. Reg 444/19 was […]
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May 2, 2022
Keeping animals safe in times of crisis
There are few things as stressful as being displaced from your home due to an emergency – add pets who are confused and scared to that mix and it’s every pet parent’s worst nightmare. The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society brings peace of mind to dozens of families each year by caring for their companion […]
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April 25, 2022
Empathy for animals is what makes Ontario SPCA volunteers shine
Empathy is at the heart of Volunteer Canada’s National Volunteer Week, which runs from April 24-30, 2022 and it’s a trait every Ontario SPCA and Humane Society volunteer brings to their role. Our volunteers are not just donating time, they are changing lives. Empathy helps people relate to one another and connects people to different […]
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March 28, 2022
“Cabin in the Meow-tains” among four new cat cabin designs provided by the Pet Valu Companions for ChangeTM program to Ontario SPCA animal centres
IMMEDIATE RELEASE These elaborate cardboard boxes serve as a safe haven for cats awaiting adoption Stouffville, ON (March 28, 2022) – Cats and small critters awaiting adoption at Ontario SPCA and Humane Society animal centres now have four new themed “cat cabin” designs that are as fun as they are functional to keep the animals […]
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March 24, 2022
How to help a pet with separation anxiety
As animal parents, it can be hard enough having to leave our furry friends home alone, but knowing they’re experiencing separation anxiety can make it much harder. While separation anxiety is not uncommon, especially for dogs, it’s important to have your veterinarian examine the symptoms of separation anxiety so you can rule out any possible […]
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