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March 2016
We celebrated National Cupcake Day™ all month long! The Ontario SPCA Midland & District Animal Centre would like to take this time to thank the businesses and people who got involved. We are so thankful for your hard work baking, promoting and having fun with this SWEET fundraiser. We were overwhelmed by the involvement and support!
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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’.
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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!
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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.
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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.
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Our Darling Trio: Cali, Simba & Loki
These three beautiful cats were surrendered to the Ontario SPCA Midland & District Animal Centre as their owner had health issues and could no longer keep them.
"Cali", "Simba" and "Loki" were very nervous and hid for their first few days in our care. With comforting words and gentle interactions during socialization time, we are happy to report that all three cats are doing wonderfully and have all come out of their shells in anticipation of new homes!
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Hop on to Paws & Give™ this Easter!
Easter is just around the corner. The animals wanted us to remind you that a Rocky & Friends plush toy makes a soft and cuddly gift for your Easter baskets AND helps animals in our care!
You can also visit pawsandgive.ca to find a variety of symbolic gifts, all with a printable certificates or eCards to send to the animal lover in your life!
Toys for Shelter Pets, Care for a Dog or Puppy, Sponsor an Animal in Need are just a few of the symbolic gifts available...and so much more.
Hop online today and include the animals in your Easter plans!
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Co-op Student Goes Over and Above
We are pleased to welcome co-op student Samantha, who joined us as part of her high school curriculum. Her hard work has not gone unnoticed, and we want to acknowledge her dedication. She really puts her energy into caring for the animals here at the the Ontario SPCA Midland & District Animal Centre, and has shown a big interest in helping us out with fundraisers. Samantha has even volunteered hours above and beyond what her program required.
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Thank You Pet Valu
The Ontario SPCA Midland & District Animal Centre is fortunate to have such a great relationship with our local Pet Valu store!
The Huronia Mall location serves as satellite adoption centre, which allows the animals to be seen by more potential adopters and increases their chances of finding their perfect match. The Pet Valu team also helps out with our fundraisers, including the recent National Cupcake Day™ in February. Working with our community partners, we can accomplish anything!
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