March 2016 

Angry About Dog Fighting? Take the Pledge and Help Spread the Word!

Dog fighting does exist in Ontario! Working together we can stop this heinous act and end this cruelty towards animals.

Visit EndDogFighting.ca to learn how to spot the signs and join us to help end the fight.

Take the pledge and help spread the word by sharing our dog fighting poster using the hashtag #EndDogFighting and tweeting ‘Angry about Dog Fighting?  Take the Pledge!  Enddogfighting.ca #EndDogFighting’.

Let your Pet Shine with the Cone of Fame Contest

March is Fix Your Pet Month, and we’re encouraging everyone to spread the word about the importance of spaying/neutering your pet while letting your pet take the spotlight and showcase their Cone of Fame.

Show off those cones proudly!  Enter the contest today to join the movement.  Visit Fixyourpet.ca,enter for your chance to win some great prizes, and help spread the word about the importance of spaying/neutering your pet.

It’s the kindest thing you can do!

 

Leash Training your Dog with Dave Salmoni 

Dave Salmoni is back! This time, he’s going to help show methods of leash training your dog, with the help of Ontario SPCA Inspector Scott Sylvia and Hannah the dog!

Watch the video for great insights on how to leash train your dog using positive reinforcement to maintain control.

Providing Spay/Neuter Services to Whitefish Bay First Nation

The Whitefish Bay community is committed to reducing pet overpopulation. They recently invited the Ontario SPCA, Beat the Heat Kenora, the Grey Bruce Aboriginal Qimmiq Team, the Thunder Bay & District Humane Society and local volunteers, on to the First Nation community to provide spay/neuter services.

The Ontario SPCA is pleased to report that 79 surgeries were performed!  In addition, the team was able to provide microchipping and vaccines to some of the local pets.

Cupcake Day a Huge Success 

A huge thank you to everyone who “baked” a difference and supported National Cupcake Day™ in support of SPCAs and Humane Societies across Canada!  

There’s nothing sweeter than seeing people rally together to support abused, neglected and abandoned animals.  

Having cupcake withdrawals?  Send someone a virtual cupcake today!”

Cupcakes photo by contest winner Ronna M. 

16th Annual Furry Friends Feast

The Ontario SPCA Sudbury & District Animal Centre is gearing up for the 16th Annual Furry Friends Feast!  We will be hosting our event at the Idylwylde Golf and Country Club on Saturday, April 23rd, 2016.

This year’s theme is “A Special Evening for Our Special Friends”, and is complete with a musical treat from singer, songwriter, and producer Don Kunto, a talented acoustic performer.  We will have a dinner, silent auction and door prizes.  

Please join us for a spectacular evening!

Anthony is our Local Hero

This year to celebrate his birthday, Anthony collected donations to support his two favourite animal welfare organizations in our community. Anthony raised $550 from his friends, siblings and family members. The donations were divided by the Ontario SPCA Sudbury & District Animal Centre and Wild at Heart Refuge Centre.  An amount of $275.00 in total was donated to help the animals in our care.

A BIG birthday thank you to Anthony! 

Wonderful Senior Dogs Need Homes

We have two charming elderly gentlemen seeking special people to enjoy their golden years with! “Truskowski” is an 11-year-old Labrador Retriever mix and “Patches” is an 8-year-old Border Collie mix. Both dogs have been treated for prior medical issues, and thanks to the help of Sit with Me Rescue and Freedom Riders, they have been a second chance. They are enjoying spending time with their foster families, however they are both looking for forever homes.

Please contact us here at the Ontario SPCA Sudbury and District Animal Centre if you would like to meet them!