December 2015

It’s our favorite time of the year at the Barrie Animal Centre.  Our pet baskets and Christmas trees are both available for sale – while quantities last. And the best part of the season, our iAdopt for the Holidays adoption campaign is in full swing and so many animals are being adopted just in time to spend the holidays with their new forever families. 

'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.

The Sky’s the Limits 

Last month, we told you about “Sky”, the sweet 6-month-old black cat that fell seven stories from a balcony. Thanks to your support, Sky received the surgery he so desperately needed and is now resting comfortably with a foster family.  

Sky has really come out of his shell and seems to love everyone, including other pets. He will soon be going up for adoption.  

Keep your eye on meetyourmatch.ontariospca.ca for this sweet boy! 

Picture Perfect Dave

Ever wonder how we get such great pictures of our wonderful pets for adoption?  That’s all Dave, one of the fabulous volunteers at the Ontario SPCA Barrie Animal Centre.  

Dave shares our enthusiasm, drive and determination to place every pet in a loving home. He has been helping us out by taking great pictures of the animals to post on our website and Facebook page, as well as assisted with several special projects.   

We would like to thank Dave for showcasing our wonderful pets through his fabulous pictures and look forward to a long friendship.

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.  

Meet "Teyha" and her Seven Puppies

In early November, the Ontario SPCA participated along side members of the Whitefish Bay First Nations to help capture and rescued 75 dogs. (Read story.)  

"Teyha" was one of the sweet dogs that came to use along with her 2-week-old puppies. The puppies were all very healthy and received great socialization, so it was no suprise when they all got adopted on the same day they went up for adoption. And momma Teyha, also adopted the same day, was truly one of the most well-behaved, kind and gentle dog we have ever had the pleasure of helping.

The staff and volunteers are so happy that Teyha and her puppies are now off the streets and in the comfort of their forever home.