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May 2016
We recently held our Spay-ghetti dinner and what a wonderful turnout! Thank you to all the people who supported us by purchasing tickets and attending the event, to the businesses who donated items for the raffle table, donated food for the event and to the wonderful volunteers who helped make this event a huge success.
We couldn't have done it without you!
Carol Beard, Animal Centre Manager
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Friends for Life! Walk™ - Registration Now Open!
Join us for the Friends for Life! Walk on Sunday, September 25th at Scout Valley, as Ontario SPA’s and Affiliates across the province raise funds for animal welfare!
Register today at friendsforlifewalk.ca and help us change animals’ lives, one step at a time!
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Got a Pet? Get a Vet!™
The Ontario SPCA, the Ontario Veterinary Medical Association (OVMA), and participating SPCAs and Humane Societies in Ontario, encourage pet owners that if you've 'Got a Pet? Get a Vet!™'.
It`s important to establish a relationship with a veterinarian. Just one check-up a year can help protect against a variety of potentially life-threatening diseases, detect health problems sooner, and avoid unexpected costs.
Know an outstanding vet? Submit a nomination for the 2016 ‘Got a Pet? Get a Vet!™ Award’ and encourage friends and family to vote for the winner. Contest is open until May 23rd, 2016.
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Help “Charlie” on his Path to Recovery
The adorable “Charlie”, an 18-week-old Labrador-mix puppy, was surrendered to the Ontario SPCA Orillia Animal Centre after his owners couldn’t afford veterinary care. Lethargic and vomiting, Charlie was immediately seen by a veterinarian and it was determined he required emergency surgery, where a large sock was removed from Charlie's lower intestine. The cost of Charlie’s emergency surgery and care was $3,000.
“Please consider donating today to help cover the costs of care for this puppy and other animals in need,” says Carol Beard, Ontario SPCA Orillia Animal Centre Manager. For more information and to donate, please visit Charlie’s page.
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Cottage Safety
Its cottage time and we couldn’t me more excited! There’s nothing better than finishing off the week by loading up the pets and heading out for a weekend in nature.
In preparation for cottage season, we have some pet safety reminders to help make your Spring/Summer season a great one for everyone.
Read 6 Tips to Follow When Bringing your Pet to the Cottage before heading to the great outdoors!
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The Truth About Ticks
Tick season has arrived and we ask Dave Wilson, Director of Shelter Health & Wellness for the Ontario SPCA and retired vet, what we need to know to help keep our pets safe.
Ticks are members of the spider family, and their bites can cause serious illness such as Tick Paralysis or even Lyme disease. It’s important to learn tick prevention and treatment.
Read our two part series “PET HEALTH CORNER: The Truth about Ticks” and watch our You Tube Video “How to Remove a Tick” for more information.
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Happy “Desi” Finds a Home
Our handsome boy “Desi”, a cheerful Labrador mix, was adopted recently and we are so happy for him and his family. Visitors to the Ontario SPCA Orillia Animal Centre noticed him right away and were charmed by his friendly personality.
Desi now has plenty of space in his new home to run, and his pet parents are overjoyed to have him in their life. Adoption makes such a positive difference in a pet’s life. Have fun Desi! |
We Love to See Familiar Faces
It’s always exciting when former volunteers are able to reunite with our team! The Ontario SPCA Orillia Animal Centre is thrilled to have Emily return after she had to take a break due to other commitments.
Emily is one of the dedicated volunteers who come in to socialize the cats and to provide enrichment while they are awaiting their new homes. Socialization adds fun to their daily routine, and teaches our feline friends important human interaction skills. Welcome back Emily!
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No Excuses...No Hot Pets
“I left the window down for him” “I wasn’t going to be gone long” We’ve heard it all!
As you may know, the issue of owners leaving their pets in their vehicles
during the hot summer months, putting animals’ safety at risk and even causing
death, is an ongoing problem across Ontario.
There is no excuse for leaving a pet unattended in a vehicle and this summer we
need your help to share this important message.
Join us on May
24th by visiting nohotpets.ca for the official launch of our 2016 No Hot Pets
campaign!
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Emergency Preparedness
May 1st – May 7th was Emergency Preparedness Week and the Ontario SPCA wants to help keep your pet safe. Head over to your local Ontario SPCA Animal Centre to pick up an Emergency Preparedness window decal or sign up online to receive one in the mail.
Ready for an emergency? Create your very own Pet Emergency Kit! Download the checklist and don’t forget to visit ontariospca.ca/ep to learn more about keeping your pets safe during an emergency.
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