August 2016
During the month of
July, over 60 animals were
adopted, thanks to our caring community! To help
make a difference in the lives of animals in need, register for our Friends For Life! Walk™ in Renfrew County.
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Register Today to Walk for Animals in Need
The Friends
For Life! Walk™ presented by Pedigree® is taking place at Pembroke Marina on Sunday September 25th, 2016! 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!
The Friends for Life! Walk™ is a major fundraiser for the Ontario SPCA
and its Affiliates. You don’t need to bring a dog to the Walk to participate.
In fact, you don’t even need to own a pet! The Friends for Life! Walk™ is a way
for you to give back to your community by helping animals in need.
We can’t do this alone, which is why we need you to go the extra mile to
help vulnerable animals.
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Take the #NoHotPets Pledge
Did you know that dogs have a
limited ability to sweat and that even a short time in a hot environment can be
life-threatening? A dog’s normal body temperature is about 39°C, a temperature
of 41°C can be withstood only for a very short time before irreparable brain
damage or even death can occur.
We need you to help spread the
message about the danger of leaving pets unattended in vehicles. Take the pledge to receive a No Hot Pets car
decal to show your support. You can also invite friends to take the pledge on
social media using #nohotpets for a chance to win a weekly “cool pet” prize.
No Excuses. No Hot Pets.
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Fixing the Pet Overpopulation Crisis Starts With You
Pet overpopulation is at a crisis
level in Ontario and we need responsible pet owners like you to spay it
forward. By spaying or neutering your pet, you’re doing your part to help
reduce the number of homeless animals that end up in animal centres across the
province.
Spaying and neutering is a
straight-forward medical procedure with many health benefits, including the
reduction in the risk of developing certain cancers and illnesses.
The Ontario SPCA’s
high-volume spay/neuter clinics are open Monday to Friday, with one Saturday
each month.
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Adopt a cat
during the “iAdopt Urgent Appeal” adoption blitz
Have you been considering adding a cat to your family? Now’s the best time! The Ontario SPCA Renfrew County Animal Centre will be taking part in an “iAdopt Urgent Appeal” adoption blitz from Aug. 11-21 to help find homes for the recent influx of adult cats in our care.
During this urgent appeal adoption blitz, ALL ADULT CATS will be available for adoption for $50 each*. All cats are spayed or neutered, microchipped, come with a gift of six weeks of pet insurance and are up to date with their vaccines.
To view animals available for adoption, visit meetyourmatch.ontariospca.ca
*Special adoption fee
applies to participating Ontario SPCA Animal Centres only.
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Volunteers wanted
We’re seeking a volunteer who likes to be organized and can
spare two to three hours a week to run our year-long bottle drive. This
volunteer would come to the Animal Centre on their own schedule. Heavy lifting
may be required.
We also need animal transport drivers who can drive our cat van
to the vet and to other Animal Centres on weekdays during daytime hours. The transport
volunteer must have a valid driver’s licence, a clean driving record,
availability during weekday daytime hours and their own transportation to get
to the animal centre. Being comfortable with animals is also an asset.
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Unleash your inner artist
A second paint night date has been added after the first
“fun-draiser” in support of our Friends
For Life! Walk™ sold out in only 48 hours.
We have added a second date on Sept. 1, 2016 at Tucson’s Tap and
Grill in Pembroke. Tickets can be purchased for only $45 at the Animal Centre
or by phone at 613-588-4508.
The night includes your art supplies, guided painting and a
one-of-a-kind painting for you to take home at the end of the night. Don’t miss
out on this chance to save an animal's life through art!
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