December 2015

From all us of at the Ontario SPCA Orillia Animal Centre, we would like to thank you for your continued support and wish everyone 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.

Time for Senior Loving

We are always thrilled when a senior cat goes home. They can often be overlooked on the adoption floor and sometimes their stay with us can be lengthy.

“George” was one of the success stories that is now retired with his forever family. George was found as a stray and after his owners were not able to be located, he was placed for adoption. It didn’t take long for this sweet boy to find his perfect match. Within a few weeks, his new mom came in and instantly fell in love with him.  

We are so happy for George and his new family and wish them all the best! 

Volunteer at Heart of the Animal Centre

We would like to highlight Erin, a committed volunteer who is an integral part of the Ontario SPCA Orillia Animal Centre team.

Erin’s volunteering spans across many different areas and her impact has been invaluable to the animals. She spends every Thursday morning as our ambassador at the Business Networking meetings and is a key volunteer in the execution in our annual gala.  Her continued dedication and passion for Animal Welfare does not go unnoticed.

From all the staff and animals, we want to thank Erin for her continued support.  

Bonded Horses Need a Home

George & Eclaire are looking for their forever home in time for the holidays.

Eclaire is approximately 19 years old, Thoroughbred mare that can be ridden, but for pleasure only.

George is approximately 19 years old as well, he’s a Dutch Warm Blood gelding and is broke to ride, however he can only be ridden on flat ground due to some nerve damage in his back (where the saddle is placed).

They are both great horses and we would love to find them a home where they can spend their golden years together.

Can’t adopt a horse? You can still make an impact by "adopting" Velvet, the horse plush toy. Visit pawsandgive.ca to see her and all her friends.  

Décor that Helps the Animals

We have the perfect winter arrangements to enhance your entrance. Holiday planters, wreaths, garlands and more… the team at Kristopher Orchard Designs will create something just for you!

20% of all proceeds from sales will go to the Ontario SPCA Orillia Animal Centre - helping to ensure that even our furriest of friends have a nice Christmas this year!  

Orders and inquiries can be made by calling Kristopher at 705.331.6899 or emailing kristopherdesigns@gmail.com.

Check out some of his designs at kristopherorcharddesigns.ca.