April 2016
Meet Your Match® and Give Someone Special a Home this Spring Looking for a new companion? April is the perfect time of year to Meet Your Match® as we celebrate iAdopt for Spring and share the love with a special adult cat adoption fee of $99. Whether you are looking for a cuddling partner or an adventure buddy, the Ontario SPCA animal centres have many cats with different personalities waiting to meet you!    Maybe a canine companion is more your cup of tea? There are plenty of dogs looking for their forever home. Check out who is waiting to join you for long walks on the beach!
Learn to Spot the Signs of Dog Fighting Dog fighting is a serious concern and it’s happening right here in our communities.  Help stop this terrible act of cruelty by learning to spot the signs of a dog fighting operation. A number of dogs heavily chained appearing not to be socialized Dogs with scars on their faces, front legs, hind end or thighs Dog fighting training equipment such as treadmills used to build dogs’ endurance, “break sticks” used to pry apart the jaws of dogs locked in battle, tires or “springpoles” (usually a large spring with rope attached to either end) hanging from tree limbs, or unusual foot traffic coming and going from a location at odd hours Watch CTV’s Dog fighting Video for additional information. (Warning: Contains graphic images) If you happen to noticed any of these signs, call your local police unit or the Ontario SPCA Animal Cruelty Hotline at 310-SPCA (7722) immediately. Learn more about dog fighting and how you can help stop this animal abuse by vising EndDogFighting.ca.
What you Need to Know before Adopting a Cat Having a pet is a big responsibility and a long term commitment. There are many things to consider for the well being of your new cat. Things like, finding the right veterinarian, knowing how to read your cat’s communication cues, and what supplies are needed.  Find out what you need to know before adopting a cat and beginning your journey.	Introducing Dogs to Each Other Socializing your dog can be a great and rewarding experience for both you and your pet. Whether it's making friends at the dog park, or acquainting a new pet with an existing pet, companionship is a wonderful thing.  However, not all dogs are accepting of new furry companions and you want to ensure that they are off to the best start possible. Check out our blog and watch this video for great tips on how to best introduce your dog to other dogs.
Group Raises Over $700 with Cupcakes National Cupcake Day™, on February 29th, was  a day filled with delicious confections and smiling faces, and the hard work of everybody involved really paid off. Our local partners, community members and youth groups all contributed to a successful event.  OUI Care and Mini OUI Care kids of Hanmer raised an incredible $715.00! We want to thank our awesome community for their support of the Ontario SPCA Sudbury & District Animal Centre.	“Adele” Recovers after Pellet Wound Surgery What began as a routine veterinary check prior to a spay operation turned into a surprise for staff. Quiet and gentle “Adele” was brought into the care of the Ontario SPCA Sudbury & District Animal Centre when the exam revealed she had an old pellet gun wound with the pellet still lodged in her spine. Despite internal damage due to the wound, expert staff at College Boreal removed the pellet and she made an excellent recovery. She found a loving home and we are so happy Adele got a second chance.
National Volunteer Week April 10-16, 2016 was National Volunteer Week. A week to honour and thank over 12.7 million volunteers in Ontario and across Canada for the time and energy they contribute to causes that benefit our communities.   Since 1873, Ontario SPCA volunteers have been the roots of respecting and protecting animals. Volunteers work tirelessly every day to help support our organization one hour, one service and one activity at a time. Without their dedication we would not be able to grow with the changing demands and needs facing our communities every year. Their commitment to Animal Welfare makes the mission possible. Thank you volunteers!	Prepare Yourself for an Enchanted Evening You are invited to join us for the 16th annual Furry Friends Feast Gala Dinner and Auction on April 23rd, 2016.  The Ontario SPCA Sudbury & District Animal Centre’s planning committee, volunteers and staff are working around the clock to make this evening a magical one for our honoured guests and supporters!   The event will take place at the Idylwylde Golf and Country Club. We have a wonderful buffet menu lined up, live entertainment by Don Kunto, and many silent auction items to bid on.  For more information or to purchase tickets, please call 705-566-9582 or email sudbury@ospca.on.ca.

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