How to teach your dog “stay”
Teaching your dog to "stay" can be very useful. It can help keep your dog from begging at the table, greeting guests at…
The bond between Nakita and Dan is a very special one
At the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society, we know how an animal’s life improves when they find their fur-ever family. A…
Victoria Day activities for you and your pets
Victoria Day may be looking very different for us this year, but it doesn't mean we can't celebrate in our own way! Her…
Commonly Asked Questions Regarding Spay/Neuter: Quarantine edition
Listening to health professionals and the Government of Canada, the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society made the decision i…
Pet Care Isolation Check List
Guest post by Jennifer Toof, Manager, Programs and Education, Ontario SPCA and Humane Society
As much as staying…
How to clicker train your cat
Interested in teaching your cat a few tricks while you practice physical distancing from other humans?
Clicker trainin…
UPDATE: A message from the Ontario SPCA regarding COVID-19 – March 23, 2020
We miss seeing you! We’re thinking about you — members of our communities, our employees, our volunteers and our su…
March Break fun with fur babies
Kids look forward to March break, but keeping them entertained can be a struggle. We have some family fun ideas that we…
Nakita the service dog won’t let PTSD stand in the way
For Dan, Nakita isn’t just a friend. She is the rock who helps him cope with post-traumatic stress disorder. After an…
A service dog for Christmas: How Sheeba and Brianna found each other
Sheeba needed a home. Brianna needed a friend to help her cope.
When Sheeba rushed to Brianna’s aid when the young w…
What to expect before adopting – Puppy edition
Playful puppies: Eight weeks to 20 weeks
Benefits of adopting a puppy include the ability, at this age more than any o…
Understanding the importance of your cat’s litter box
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Each year, millions of cats are surrendered to shelters due to litter bo…