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…
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Welcome to our volunteer program!
Joining our volunteer team directly impacts the lives of the animals in our care and…
Tips for a paws-itive car travel experience with your furry friend
As a member of your family, your furry friends may often accompany you on your travels. While some animals may love car…
Understanding canine body language
While some pets enjoy meeting new people and animals, others prefer their own space, and the company of those they are …
How to engage your indoor cat
Indoor cats are beloved family pets. With a few adjustments to their environment, you can help eliminate boredom and he…
Good things come to those who wait: Athena finds her loving home
At the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society, we encounter many incredible animals, each with their own unique story. This is…
Fireworks can be scary for animals! The Ontario SPCA shares tips to prevent lost pets
IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Stouffville, ON (June 26, 2024) – With the long weekend approaching, the Ontario SPCA and Humane…
Tips to help get your pets to take their meds
It only takes a quick internet search to find thousands of humorous memes and videos on the failed attempts of administ…
Unveiling the secrets and benefits of cat purring
Ever wonder why your fluffy companion purrs? Cats have been purring their way into our hearts (and laps) for centuries,…
Kitten diarrhea: Normal upset or sign of serious trouble?
Guest blog by Dr Emmanuel Fontaine, Scientific Communications Veterinarian at Royal Canin North America
Kitten dia…
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…
Positive Doesn’t Need to Be Negative: Adopting and Living With an FIV-Positive Cat
FIV stands for “feline immunodeficiency virus.” This is a virus in the same group as HIV, but it is specific to the…