April 2016 This month we are celebrating volunteers at the animal centre with National Volunteer Week taking place in April. We are so grateful for all of our volunteers who dedicate their time to helping the animals in Renfrew County. If you are in the centre and see one of our volunteers in the blue shirt, please give them a smile!
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.
Win a Family Pass to Disney World Our Annual Kibble & Bids Dinner Auction is gearing up to offer another unbelievable experience! Attendees will enjoy appetizers, cheese cake sampling, three delicious dinner options, silent and live auctions (featuring a family pass to Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida) and so much more. Tickets are $40 and are eligible for a $20 tax receipt. To purchase your tickets, visit the animal centre, call 613-588-4508 or visit kibbleandbids.ca today!	Microchipping Clinic Appointments for microchipping spots are almost full! This event will be held Saturday, April 23, 2016, at the Renfrew Animal Hospital. The cost is only $30 for dogs and puppies, and $20 for cats and kittens. “Microchipping results in more lost animals being returned to their owners each year!” says Rachel Eden, Community Development Coordinator for the Ontario SPCA Renfrew County Animal Centre. Please call (613) 588-4508 to book now!
100 Volunteers Strong April 10-16, 2016 was National Volunteer Week. A week to honour and thank over 12.7 million volunteers in Ontario and across Canada.   The Ontario SPCA Renfrew County Animal Centre would like to thank our valued volunteers for the continued support they provide each and every day to help animals in need in our communities. We are honored to have over 90 volunteers who work incredibly hard and complete our team. Sponsored “thank you’s” from local businesses are welcome! Learn more about the Thank You Program by contacting Rachel Eden at (613) 588-4508 or reden@ospca.on.ca.	Save the Date and Get Ready to Walk Help change animals’ lives, one step at a time by joining the Ontario SPCA at the Friends For Life! Walk™ presented by Pedigree®.   Across the province, local Ontario SPCA animal centres and Affiliates will be hosting their walks on the weekend of September 24th & 25th, 2016. Join us with your four legged friend as we walk to help save abused, neglected and abandoned animals in Ontario.   Register for a walk in your community by visiting friendsforlifewalk.ca today!

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