January 2016

Right on the heels of a successful 2015, we are truly looking forward to an even better 2016! We hope to find homes for even more animals this year.  You can help us reach our goal by opening your home and adopting an animal, volunteering, or supporting one of our many upcoming events such as our Boston Pizza Fundraiser, Microchip Clinic or National Cupcake Day™.  Here’s to a fantastic 2016! 

It's the sweetest day of the year!

Your scrumptious cupcakes can change the lives of abandoned, neglected and abused animals across Canada! 

Registration is now open for the 4th annual National Cupcake Day™ for SPCAs & Humane Societies, on Monday, February 29th, 2016. Hold your Cupcake Day party at work, school or at home and your guests can offer donations for delicious treats with all funds directed towards the life-saving work of your local SPCA or Humane Society. 

How sweet is that? Register for National Cupcake Day today!

 

Should you walk your dog in the winter?

While winter dog walking can sometimes be a challenge, it’s important to meet your dog’s exercise needs all year round—even in the winter. Not only will this keep your dog physically active during the winter months, it’ll also provide much needed mental stimulation.

There are a few things to keep in mind for a safe winter walk. Read some of our great tips to get you through a long winter season.

“Beau” is a big dog with a big heart! 

“Beau”, a handsome Bulldog was found abandoned and tied to the railroad tracks in Chatham.  A good Samaritan found him and brought him to the Ontario SPCA Kent County Animal Centre.  He was understandably scared and anxious when he first arrived, but thanks to our wonderful animal care attendants and caring volunteers, he soon got used to his new surroundings. 

Santa brought Beau the perfect gift - a new best friend. Rick stopped by the Animal Centre just after Christmas and fell in love. The two are starting their new life together at the Canadian Forces Base in Borden. Beau is going to have a fantastic time in his new home. The base has an off-leash park and dog sitters to keep him company when his owner is away. We are thrilled for Rick and Beau, and wish them years of happiness and adventures together. 

Hmmmm….Pizza

Join the Ontario SPCA Kent County Animal Centre at Boston Pizza in Chatham on Monday, January 25th for an all you can eat dinner buffet! This annual fundraiser is a delicious way to support animals in need in Chatham-Kent!  

Buffet includes pizza, pasta, salads and desserts. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for kids 10 and under, and can be purchased at the Kent County Animal Centre located at 405 Park Avenue East.  

For more details, call the Animal Centre at 519-354-1713. Come feast with us and help an animal in need!.

iAdopt for the Holidays a Huge Success

From November 1 – December 31, Ontario SPCA Animal Centres in partnership with 50 other participating SPCAs and Humane Societies across Canada, ran the iAdopt for the Holidays adoption campaign with the goal of getting as many animals as possible adopted into loving, forever homes.

Over 5,000 animals, close to 1,500 of those from Ontario SPCA Animal Centres, found homes thanks to people like you either adopting or helping to spread the word. 

The winner of our grand prize online contest, winning free pet food for a year courtesy of Royal Canin, was ‘Maggie’ the cat (pictured above) and her owners from Amherstburg, ON. Congratulations!

A big thank you to all who participated in this year’s campaign both online and through adopting an animal. You helped change lives this holiday season!

Thank you for a wonderful year!

As we move forward into 2016, we would like to take the time to reflect on the past year. First, we would like to extend a huge thank you to our community! Because of you, in 2015, over 1000 cats and dogs from the Kent County Animal Centre found loving homes!

We would like to also extend our sincerest gratitude to a fantastic team who has dedicated time and effort into a successful transfer program.  Last year, 372 cats and dogs have been transferred to other SPCA Animal Centres, affiliates and animal rescues across the province where they were put up for adoption and found loving homes. We are excited to see what wonderful adventures 2016 has in store.