6 styles of play for your cat
Did you know that while a cat’s natural instinct is to hunt and play, not all cats play the same way? To help encoura…
Tips for paw-sitive walks
Some dogs may be eager for their daily walks, while others may not be as thrilled, especially during the warmer months.…
Maximus never gave up hope
For 262 days, Maximus waited for his forever home. For those nearly 9 months, the care team at the Ontario SPCA Midland…
Explore volunteer opportunities at the Ontario SPCA Provincial Dog Rehabilitation Centre
If you’re passionate about animals and eager to make a difference in the lives of animals, the Ontario SPCA and Human…
9 Things to Know Before Adopting a Bunny
Aren’t bunnies just the cutest? Although they make great companion animals , some considerations must first be taken …
Beyond basics: Teaching your dog new cues
Has your dog mastered basic cues like “sit,” “down” and “come”? These are the most common cues most people …
Does music really have an effect on our furry friends?
Humans have playlists for just about everything these days. A playlist to workout, a playlist to clean, even a playlist…
Feline fun – Tips to train your cat new cues
One of the fundamental puppy development stages is learning training cues from their fur parent. But dogs aren’t the …
Keeping small animals happy and healthy at the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society!
Small animals like rabbits, guinea pigs and hamsters thrive on enrichment, just like larger animals. At the Ontario SPC…
Three-legged dog Dozer finds his stride!
Dozer is a gentle giant with a love for life, and sadly a chronic elbow dislocation that required amputation. In the ca…
Why does my cat sleep so much?
You may have noticed cats spend a lot of time snoozing, but have you ever wondered why they sleep so much?
Reasons…
How to handle jumping
Jumping is a common training challenge and is usually attention-seeking behaviour. Unknowingly we might "teach" our dogs to jump up on us by rewarding them each time they do so.