Introducing an anxious dog to people and pets
Having a nervous or anxious dog can create some challenges when introducing them to other people or dogs. Being a pet p…
Back to school? The Ontario SPCA shares tips to help animals cope with change
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Stouffville, ON (Sept. 1, 2022) – The kids are back to school and while getting into a new fall …
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 rehabilit…
Curious about Doga? It’s worth checking out!
Yoga has been gaining popularity over the last couple of decades thanks to its amazing physical and mental health benef…
Why does my vet start to look jumpy when I talk about feeding raw?
Guest blog by Juanita Glencross, Royal Canin
My goal today in tackling this difficult conversation is to simply of…
National Senior Pet Day: Celebrating senior animals
Aug. 3 is National Senior Pet Day, a day to celebrate animals of all shapes and sizes in their golden years. It’s als…
How to include your pet in your wedding
Let the wedding planning begin! The question was asked, you said “yes!” Now you want your wedding day to be uniquel…
How to train your cat to wear a collar
You may typically associate collars with dogs, but cats can also be trained to wear them. In addition to microchipping,…
Changing Nikita’s life began with building trust
When Nikita came into the care of the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society, she was anxious and fearful of people and new en…
Are your pets part of your emergency preparedness plan? 5 tips to keep your furry family safe
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Stouffville, ON (May 2, 2022) – Emergency Preparedness Week is May 1-7, and the Ontario SPCA and…
Teaching loose leash walking
Walking politely on leash can be one of the most challenging behaviours to teach a dog. The good news is that by gainin…
Q&A: Get the inside scoop on the Ontario SPCA Provincial Dog Rehabilitation Centre
Construction of the Ontario SPCA Provincial Dog Rehabilitation Centre is currently underway, with an anticipated openin…