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Keeping pocket pets happy and healthy at the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society!
Pocket pets like rabbits, guinea pigs and hamsters thrive on enrichment, just like larger animals. At the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society, we understand the importance of providing a stimulating environment for our furry friends. From socializing and brushing/grooming sessions, to an array of toys, we ensure that every pocket pet in our care experiences a fulfilling life while awaiting their […]
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June 3, 2025
Tips for trimming your pet’s nails
Nail trimming can be seen as a source of stress for our animals and even for us as pet parents. It’s time to take the fear out of this routine grooming practice. You’ll be clipping claws and pampering your pet’s paws in no time with tips from Fear Free ® Happy Homes. Ready your environment […]
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April 8, 2025
Purr-fecting the Welcome: The art of settling your new kitten
Guest blog by Dr Emmanuel Fontaine, Scientific Communications Veterinarian at Royal Canin North America Welcoming a kitten into your home is an exciting journey filled with love, laughter, and countless moments of joy. Yet, amidst the joy and excitement this furry bundle of joy brings, it’s easy to forget that for the kitten, this transition […]
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January 17, 2025
Why do cats have whiskers?
One of the most distinct features of a cat is the thin, wispy hairs coming from their cheeks called whiskers. Other than just being ticklish when they rub their head against you whiskers serve key purposes for our feline friends. Sensor tools Cats use their whiskers to guide them through daily functions. The whiskers help […]
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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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June 3, 2022
Choosing tailored nutrition for your puppy’s healthy growth
Guest blog from Royal Canin Canada Why is it not recommended to feed puppies an adult diet? The growth period is an important life stage in which a puppy is still developing in many ways. This includes visible changes like height and weight, as well as invisible changes like sensory, digestive, and immune system development. […]
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May 9, 2022
Choosing tailored nutrition for your kitten’s healthy growth
Have you ever wondered why it is not recommended to feed kittens an adult diet? Royal Canin offers some insight as to why a tailored diet is essential to your kitten`s development. Compared to an adult cat, a kitten has: Higher energy needs – Until approximately seven months of age, a kitten needs more energy […]
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September 3, 2021
Introducing your puppy to an older dog
Having an older dog as a companion is a wonderful thing. Not only are they more likely to be housetrained and have good doggie manners, if you’ve had an older dog for a while, there’s a special bond that can’t be replaced. But what happens if you introduce a puppy to your family as a […]
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August 3, 2021
Easy, quick, KONG® recipes to try at home!
Looking for some fun food enrichment ideas for your dog? We’re here to help! There are a lot of easy and yummy KONG® treat recipes that are sure to make your furry friend happy and will only take you a few minutes to prepare. Food enrichment Treat-filled KONGs are a great way to make your dog work for a reward. Replacing bowls with a KONG® for meal feedings will keep […]
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June 4, 2020
Helping your cat maintain a healthy weight
As we begin to resume more of our more pre-pandemic routines, our schedules are likely quite different than they used to be. The same thing holds true for our animals. They may be fed at new times, and they may be consuming more food and snacks. Their playtime and physical activity might also be different […]
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