Pandemic puppies: Adult dog socialization tips
The first three months of a puppy's life are important to its development as during this time, they are learning, going…
Behind the scenes of helping VIP animals find forever homes
You may have noticed the “VIP” status on our adoption page, which stands for “Very Important Paws.” These furry…
Provincial Dog Rehabilitation Centre gives deaf dog a second chance
When Beam arrived at the Ontario SPCA Midland & District Animal Centre in September 2022 from a shelter that was at…
7 steps to litter train a rabbit
You’ve heard of litter training cats and dogs, but did you know you can also litter train rabbits? Today we’re shar…
Meet our VIPs available for adoption
Thinking of adopting? While you’re on the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society’s Animal Adoption page, you’ll notice t…
Victoria Day activities for you and your pets
It’s Victoria Day! We hope you are ready for a day filled with fun and we have a few suggestions on how you can inclu…
Why do puppies nip and tips on managing this behaviour
Puppies are adorable, but their nipping behaviour can sometimes be a pain. When puppies play, they often use their mout…
The Ontario SPCA urges people to include pets in their emergency plans
IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Stouffville, ON (May 8, 2023) – This week is Emergency Preparedness Week and the Ontario SPCA an…
Preparing your entire family for a newborn
Guest blog from Pet Talk.
Expecting parents are often as busy as they are excited while they’re preparing to welco…
Wishing a Happy Retirement to our dearest receptionist Diane Porter
Diane Porter has been a friendly face and voice of the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society as a receptionist for 19 years a…
Helping cats and dogs to get along
While some people identify themselves as a cat or dog person – many of us can be both! Still, some of us may be delay…
How to choose a pet sitter
We think a lot about who to hire as a sitter for our children – but what about for our furry friends?
With March…