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  • September 17, 2021

    Shy kitten? Tips from a foster volunteer to help build trust

    There is nothing so rewarding as watching a timid, shy cat flourish into an affectionate, loving companion animal. This journey takes time, patience and lots of edible and tangible positive reinforcements.  Where do you begin if you have a timid, shy cat or kitten in your life? Perhaps you are fostering one, or maybe you’ve […]

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  • August 24, 2021

    Common causes your cat may be missing meals

    When the dinner bell rings, many people expect their feline friends to make a dash for the dinner bowl. If you’re noticing your cat has begun to pass on meals, it’s important to get to the bottom of what’s causing the change to their appetite. Causes of appetite reduction There can be a variety of […]

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  • March 25, 2021

    5 steps to make your move to a new house less stressful for your furry friends

    IMMEDIATE RELEASE 5 steps to make your move to a new house less stressful for your furry friends Stouffville, ON (March 25, 2021) –  Spring is the time of year when many families across Ontario sell their homes, pack up their lives and move to a new house. It’s a stressful process that affects animals […]

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  • January 1, 2021

    How to get off on the right paw this new year

    Well, you did it! You’ve made it through 2020 and are ready for a new beginning in 2021. We want to help make sure you start the new year on the right “paw.” Here are some tips to help you do just that! Tips for starting 2021 off right with your furry friends! We hope […]

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  • August 11, 2020

    Selling your home with pets around

    Putting your house up for sale can be a stressful and hectic time for everyone. Developing a plan on how to accomplish your goal while minimizing stress for your pets can help the process go smoothly. Here are some suggestions! During a showing It is safer and less stressful for your pet and potential buyers […]

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  • August 7, 2020

    How to make your indoor cat happy

    Sponsored By Ursula Leonowicz ©2020 Postmedia Network Inc. A couple of weeks ago I noticed that Glam, my tuxedo cat, was less frisky than usual. He’s a pretty active cat and never says no to play time, so when he wasn’t up for a game with his favourite toy crocodile, I knew something was wrong. […]

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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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  • Jack

    COMING SOON Hi, I’m Jack! If you’re looking for a kitten who’s full of surprises, then pop!-here I am! I’m a 3-month-old bundle of fun who loves to appear out of nowhere, pounce on toys, chase anything that moves, and turn every day into an adventure. You never know where I’ll pop up next, but […]

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  • Jordan

    COMING SOON Hi everybody! I’m Jordan! I’m a 3-month-old kitten starring in my very own cartoon adventure, and every day is packed with action, excitement, and plenty of laughs! One minute I’m zooming across the room after a toy, the next I’m investigating mysterious boxes, and before you know it-poof!-I’ve found a new way to […]

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  • June 16, 2026

    How to keep your small animals mentally stimulated

    Mental stimulation is important for the behavioural enrichment of small animals. With some small positive changes to their normal routine, you can have a healthy, mentally stimulated furry friend!   Changing their environment   The quickest and easiest thing you can do to change their routine is to rearrange items in your friend’s living environment. Moving items to the […]

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  • Clinical Services

    Book your dog or cat’s spay/neuter surgery or basic veterinary care appointment at one of the Ontario SPCA’s veterinary clinics. We offer vaccines, wellness exams, boosters, microchips, spay/neuter and end-of-life care.

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  • March 24, 2026

    New Ontario SPCA Durham Region spay/neuter clinic now booking March appointments

    IMMEDIATE RELEASE Whitby, ON (March 24, 2026) – Access to essential veterinary care in Durham Region has taken an important step forward with the opening of the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society Durham Region Veterinary Clinic, a high-quality, high-volume spay/neuter clinic that is open to the public. Appointments are still available for March, with registration for […]

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