July 2016 

Tragedy strikes: Shocking true story of a dog left in hot car

Inspector Scott Sylvia relays a tragic story of a situation when he responded to a dog left in a car. Watch this video to learn what happens when everything that could go wrong in a situation, does for this owner. The consequences? Heartbreaking.

There’s no better lesson to share about the importance of not leaving a pet unattended in a car. Visit nohotpets.ca, take the pledge and share this urgent message using #nohotpets.  

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Get Hyped for the Walk

The Friends For Life! Walk™ presented by Pedigree® is taking place on Sunday, September 25th at our Newmarket animal centre. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram to keep current on the latest giveaways, flash contests and everything you need to get you and your pup ready for the Walk!  Whether it’s our paw-stomping Walk playlist or a list of the best dog friendly parks in Ontario, we have it all!  Use #FFLWalk to tag your photos, we love seeing how you and your furry friends train for the Walk!  

Have you qualified for our July Early Bird Draw? Register for the Walk & raise $75 online before July 25th and you'll be entered to win 1 of 3 Bowzer Boxes!

Know the Signs of Heatstroke

An afternoon in the garden, or day on the trails, even the most responsible pet owners might be at risk of their pet having heatstroke. Increased heart rate, excessive panting or drooling and listlessness are some of the signs that your pet might be in danger.  

Keep your pets safe by learning the signs and what to do if your pet suffers from heatstroke.

Road Tripping with Your Pets

Summer means road trips to the cottage, sunny days at the beach, and visiting friends and family! If you have a pet with you, you need to know how to be prepared for a road trip so you keep them safe at all times.

Find out some great tips and tricks for a great road trip with your pets by reading the Ontario SPCA’s blog ROAD TRIP! Taking pets for trips!

Paws Up for Pride

Thank you to everyone who visited our booth at this year's Toronto Pride Festival. It was a fantastic day, with pet lovers enjoying an exciting event in support of love!

Our misting tents and pools were a big hit, helping keep our furry friends and their owners cool while they celebrated at the event. We were happy to hand out so many #PawsUp4Pride stickers and encourage Pride attendees to help support animals in need! Thank you to everyone who donated. These much-needed funds will help us change the lives of animals in need.

Fall in Love with a Senior Pet

Adding a new pet to your household means looking for a pet that will be compatible with your lifestyle. For many people, a senior pet is a great match.

The Ontario SPCA Provincial Education & Animal Centre has some very sweet senior cats currently up for adoption that would make a great addition to any family. With their maturity, calm demeanor and life experience, they can integrate themselves easily into new households. Come into our adoption centre and fall in love with a senior pet today!