We would like to thank everyone who supported the Ontario SPCA Lennox & Addington Animal Centre in 2015. Each of our volunteers, donors, and sponsors bring extraordinary value to the work we do in the community. Wishing you and your loved ones a very happy and safe holiday season. 

'Tis the Season of Giving

The year’s not over yet!  There’s still time in 2015 to help animals in need. Have you made your year-end donation? Gifts received before midnight or postmarked prior to December 31st, 2015 are eligible for a 2015 tax receipt. What better way to end the year by giving the gift of of a second chance?  Donate online today.

Prefer donating by phone? Our Donor Services team will be standing by from 9:00am - 4:30pm ET, Monday to Friday, to help you with your donations. They can be reached at 1-888-668-7722, ext 321.

Adopting a Pet for the Holidays

It’s the purrfect time to adopt during iAdopt for the Holidays. Until December 24th, we have lowered the adoption fee on all cats and kittens to $99 to help find as many felines forever homes before the holidays. The holidays are a great time to come together and add to your family. 

The Ontario SPCA does not encourage giving pets as a surprise gift and should only occur when the recipient has shown a sustained interest in owning one, and has the ability to care for the pet responsibly. The Ontario SPCA's adoption team is trained to place the animal in their forever home. The Meet Your Match® program, run through our animal centres, is also a crucial element of this discussion.

 

Holiday Safety Tips

The holiday season is a busy time for many us. Between shopping, decorating and having company over, pets can often feel just as overwhelmed as humans. It’s important to take precautions and keep them feeling safe and away from potential dangers like poinsettias which can be fatal if ingested.

There are many things you can do to make the holidays a happy and safe one for everyone.

A Family Reunion

Earlier this year, “Jack” and “Elsa” came to the Ontario SPCA Lennox & Addington Animal Centre as a pair.  Unfortunately, they were not adopted together, and it didn’t take long Jack to find his forever home.  

Sadly, timid “Elsa” had to stay behind and was at the shelter for several months. Then one day, the family that adopted Jack came back in to find him a friend, and when staff made the connection, they quickly suggested Elsa.  

It was a fairytale ending for Jack and Elsa, who after months of being apart, were finally reunited. 

Volunteer Spotlight – Meet Mike

The dogs get quite animated when volunteer Mike walks into the room. That’s because they know that when they see Mike, it’s time for their favorite part of the day…time to go for a walk.

Even the most timid of dogs gets excited to see him. And they aren’t the only ones. Mike is a favorite among the staff.  His great sense of humor always brightens our day and his willingness to help out with anything we throw at him really takes a load off the staff.

Thank you Mike for everything you do!

Administrative Volunteer Needed

The Ontario SPCA Lennox & Addington Animal Centre depends on the warmth, generosity and skills of our volunteers.

We are still looking for volunteers who can help with administrative tasks and assisting with cleaning. 

If you are interested in helping out, please send an email to kmullin@ospca.on.ca or call us 613-354-2492 for more details. 

Rescued Keira Has a Place to Call Home

In early November, the Ontario SPCA was part of a large rescue to capture and transfer 75 dogs from Whitefish Bay First Nations Community. (Read story.)  

“Keira” was one of the 75 dogs transferred into our care and has been adopted from the Ontario SPCA Provincial Education and Animal Centre by Leah H., an employee working in Spay/Neuter Services.

"When she came in for her spay procedure, I instantly fell in love with her, I just knew I had to adopter her," says Leah.

Leah already had one dog, an eight-year-old mixed street rescue dog named Bono. The two dogs have become fast friends, and love cuddling with each other. Keira is settling in nicely and she often gets to accompany her new mom to work.