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What you need to know about the Working Cat Program
At the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society, we strive to find each and every animal that comes into our animal centres a safe and loving home. That is where the working cat program comes in. Sometimes community cats end up in our centres and cannot be returned to their original colony site, for various reasons. […]
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April 6, 2023
Coming together to feed animals with pet food donations
The last couple of years have been challenging for many. Many individuals, families and even entire communities have struggled to access food not only for themselves, but for their animals, too. To help keep furry bellies full and ensure that people don’t have to choose between feeding themselves and feeding their animals, the Ontario […]
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February 3, 2023
Cold weather worries for your dog
Sponsored by Royal Canin There seem to be two types of dogs: those that see the first few flakes of snow and decide that the sofa is a good spot to sleep away winter, and those that can’t wait for that fun white stuff to come so they can go bounding and rolling around in […]
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January 30, 2023
Community rallies to help mother dog safely deliver 11 pups
When a local community saw a very pregnant free-roaming dog as winter set in, they reached out to the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society for assistance to get her someplace warm before she had her puppies. After multiple attempts to catch her, she was successfully live trapped and brought into the Ontario SPCA Stormont, Dundas […]
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December 22, 2022
Keeping community cats safe and warm
All animals deserve to be safe and warm during the cold winter months, including community cats. In the rain, snow or harsh temperatures it’s hard to imagine having nowhere to go, which is why the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society has programs to support these feline friends. Feral cats, often referred to as community cats, […]
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December 8, 2022
Ontario SPCA delivering over 200,000 lbs of food for hungry animals thanks to Nutram donation
We have more than 200,000 reasons to celebrate! That’s how many pounds of pet food are headed North to feed hungry animals. To help keep furry bellies full this winter, the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society has partnered with Nutram Pet Products for the No Empty Bowls feeding mission to distribute over 200,000 lbs of […]
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November 24, 2022
Ontario SPCA delivering over 200,000 lbs of food for hungry animals thanks to Nutram donation
IMMEDIATE RELEASE Pet food donation is largest to date, with food distribution to the North set to double Stouffville, ON (Nov. 24, 2022) – To help keep furry bellies full this winter, the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society is distributing over 200,000 lbs of pet food to underserved communities across Ontario thanks to a donation […]
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October 14, 2022
Three programs to help feral cats & their caregivers
Did you know Oct. 16 is National Feral Cat Day?! The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society cares about all animals, including community cats! This is why we have programs to assist feral cats, also referred to as community cats. Three programs to help feral cats & their caregivers To assist feral cat caretakers in managing […]
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August 16, 2022
Pawsitively perfect parties
Happy birthday to your furry friend, happy birthday to your furry friend, happy birthday, happy birthday, happy birthday to your furry friend! More and more people are celebrating their furry friend’s special day with a party. Complete with presents, friends and activities, it’s a fun way to celebrate your four-legged companion. But these birthday parties […]
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July 26, 2022
Honda builds shelters for feral cats
Imagine having nowhere to go in the rain, snow or harsh temperatures. Trying to survive the outdoors in extreme weather can be challenging and even life threatening for feral cats, referred to as community cats, who brave the elements on their own. Giving back to community cats Thanks to the generosity of Honda Canada, more […]
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June 13, 2022
Celebrating the veterinary professionals who keep our furry friends healthy
The feeling of watching an animal head home with their new family is what makes every day so special at Ontario SPCA and Humane Society animal centres. It truly takes a team to give an animal the second chance they deserve, and we couldn’t do it without our local veterinarians and their team of veterinary […]
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June 7, 2022
Living with Wildlife: Raccoons
Raccoons are known for their ‘bandit-masked’ face and ringed tail. They are very adaptable and only require food, water and shelter to be satisfied. While they are nocturnal animals, they are sometimes active in the daytime.
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