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March 2016
Spring is right around the corner ... and we have some exciting upcoming events! Currently, our kids March Break Camp is going on for three days, where campers get to spend quality pet-time with our adoption animals. Next up is our 2nd annual Dirty Dog Challenge trail run happening May1st. Keep an eye out on our Facebook page for details.
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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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A Big Rabbit with a Huge Heart
If you have been into our Animal Centre lately, you probably met “Peter”, a 2-year-old New Zealand rabbit who would love a person to call his own. We featured him in last month's newsletter and while he’s been enjoying the use of our larger adoption suites, he truly needs a safe place to romp with someone who loves him.
Visitors are welcome to drop by the Ontario SPCA Leeds & Grenville Animal Centre to meet him!
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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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Three Times the Love for “Bear”
When older dogs come into our Animal Centre, we do our best to match them with permanent, loving homes to enjoy their future years.
“Bear” was a 7-year-old Mastiff/Labrador mix who was up for adoption here at the Ontario SPCA Leeds & Grenville Animal Centre. He was recently adopted by a family with three generations in it, all ready to welcome them into their lives. He is now enjoying rural life with two other canine friends, and we couldn’t be happier for him! |
Firing up the Grill to Say Thank You
Our volunteers here at the Ontario SPCA Leeds & Grenville Animal Centre are the absolute best. They pitch in to help in so many different ways, whether it's for our fundraising events, transporting animals to vet appointments, or office administration help… the list goes on.
We'd like to celebrate their efforts with a Pancake Party on Saturday April 16, 2016, from 10:00am -2:00pm at the Ontario SPCA Leeds & Grenville Animal Centre. We can’t wait to see you there! |
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