Tick prevention
As the weather warms up, ticks are reappearing in Ontario. Here is the tick prevention information you need to know to …
Learning to be a dog: Scout’s road to rehabilitation
Scout is on his way to becoming the best dog he can be – a remarkable journey given his rough beginning.
The two-yea…
Feline fun: Advance your cat’s cues
Back in the summer, we shared some easy cues to teach your cat. Once you’ve mastered those cues and are looking for m…
Texas cats make 2,500-km journey to find forever homes
We’ve been sharing updates about dog re-homing initiatives that the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society has been organizi…
Tips for a safe Labour Day with pets
Whether you've been waiting for this weekend, or it snuck up on you, we'd like to give you tips to have a safe Labour D…
How to prepare your dog for kids going to college
The transition from summer into a school semester can be hectic for everyone involved – but what about our animals? H…
Post-COVID separation anxiety and your pets
During lockdowns in Ontario, we have spent much more time at home with our animal companions. Our fur babies offered em…
My itchy dog: When is it too much?
Guest post by Royal Canin
Every dog is an individual, with unique behaviours and habits. It’s important to remembe…
The benefits of brushing your furry friend
Fur, fur everywhere! Summer is here, and you may notice your dog shedding out their winter coat. While you may decide i…
Ontario SPCA teams up with community members in Cornwall to protect local geese
In the spring and summer, it’s not uncommon to see flocks of geese crossing roads with their goslings trailing along …
Juniper and her adopter go on the adventure of a lifetime
Juniper needed a home. Stefan was looking for someone to join him on hiking adventures. They soon discovered they go to…
Legacy Stories: Meet Judy
Judy's Story
In the summer of 2019, a team member with animal services was surprised to discover something unusual lay…