Adopting a puppy: What to expect
Congratulations on adopting a new puppy! This is an exciting time for both you and your puppy. The first day after brin…
Tips to help improve your dog’s recall
Do you feel like your dog isn’t listening when you call their name? If you’re having difficulty getting your dog to…
How to teach a rabbit to wear a harness and leash
Many rabbit companions enjoy going outside! But it’s important to make sure they do so in a way that keeps them safe.…
How to teach your cat to walk on a leash
Teaching a cat to walk on a leash is different than walking a dog. Sometimes you can cue them to follow you, whereas ot…
How to teach a cat to wear a harness
Have an adventurous kitty who always loves to be by your side? Or a feline friend who begs to go outside? In this blog …
Touch the target – Enrichment game for cats
Does your cat ever get the “zoomies”? Although this behaviour is quite normal, it can also be an indicator that you…
5 common canine behaviours and how to modify them
You may think at times, “my dog knows better,” but the truth is, unless you’ve taught them and they've practiced …
How to handle a high energy dog
It’s the end of the day. You think your dog has had a full day of playtime and activities, and now you’re ready to …
Is foster volunteering right for you?
The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society is currently recruiting foster volunteers to assist its animal centres by temporari…
Buddy gets his second chance after surviving abuse
Some of the animals who arrive in our care carry burdens we can’t even imagine. One of those animals is a wonderful d…
Are you ready to adopt a dog?
Adopting a dog changes your life forever. To help you decide if you’re ready to adopt a dog we’ve put together info…
How to train cats to do agility courses
In North America, when you think about pet agility courses, you may think only of dogs jumping over bars and through ho…