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Behind the scenes of helping VIP animals find forever homes
You may have noticed the “VIP” status on our adoption page, which stands for “Very Important Paws.” These furry friends are animals in our care who may need a little extra support finding a home. There are countless people involved in helping these VIP animals find forever homes, including animal care teams and foster volunteers. […]
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July 6, 2023
What your rabbit’s body language is telling you
If you’re considering adopting a rabbit, or if you already have one in your home – it’s important to understand rabbit behaviour and body language. Rabbits are prey animals and timid by nature, so you need to be patient if your rabbit seems shy at first. Hand-feeding treats helps to engage the rabbit and reinforce […]
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June 23, 2023
Tips to stay productive while taking your dog to work
If you’re one of the fortunate people who is able to take your dog to work – congratulations! In honour of today being “Take your dog to work day,” here are some tips to help make it a happy experience for everyone: Tips for taking your dog to work Studies show that taking your dog […]
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May 23, 2023
Meet our VIPs available for adoption
Thinking of adopting? While you’re on the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society’s Animal Adoption page, you’ll notice that some of the animals are marked with a “VIP” status. This stands for Very Important Paws, and these are animals in our care who may need a little extra help. These furry friends are often located at […]
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May 15, 2023
Why does your dog whine?
All dog parents probably hear their dog whine from time to time, but some hear it more often than others. In this post, we will share some helpful tips from the ASPCA, with helpful insights on why your dog whines, and how to address excessive whining. Why do dogs whine? Appeasement Behaviour Some dogs whine […]
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May 8, 2023
Fear Free® nail trims from home
You have the “perfect” dog. He or she has learned basic cues, walks gently beside you on a leash, and they leave your slippers alone! But when it comes to trimming their nails or giving them a medication prescribed by your veterinarian, life can get difficult. If this sounds all too familiar to you, here […]
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May 4, 2023
Preparing your entire family for a newborn
Guest blog from Pet Talk. Expecting parents are often as busy as they are excited while they’re preparing to welcome a new baby to their family. In this happily hectic time, those who also have furry family members should consider how their fur babies and their new baby can safely interact when they eventually meet. […]
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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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April 24, 2023
From stray to working cat Ritchie is living his best life
Ritchie the cat is now living his best life, thanks to some thoughtful intervention from his finder, Kimberly. No longer a stray, he now has a job to do. Ritchie is a working cat on a rural property near Ottawa. For many months, Ritchie, a stray adult cat was frequenting Kimberly’s property. She had been […]
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March 28, 2023
Helping cats and dogs to get along
While some people identify themselves as a cat or dog person – many of us can be both! Still, some of us may be delaying a multi-species family, concerned by the familiar phrase “fighting like cats and dogs.” The good news is that with sensible adoption decisions, positive and rewarding introductions, good management and a […]
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March 13, 2023
March Break pet travel safety tips
Planning a trip over March Break? If your furry friends are embarking with you on a trip this March Break, we’ve got the top five tips to help ensure you travel safely together! 1. Today, a surprising number of accommodations welcome animals. Before booking, ask about pet policies. Lodgings may have restrictions on the types […]
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March 9, 2023
Why Do Dogs Get the Zoomies?
Your furry friend is racing around the house as if being chased by an invisible playmate. It started with a play bow and then he was off, doing circuits of the house like a whirlwind. He seems to be enjoying himself, but why is he behaving this way? He has a case of Frenetic Random […]
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