September 2016

Last call to register for our Friends for Life! Walk™

Time is running out to register for the Ontario SPCA’s Friends for Life! Walk™, presented by Pedigree®. Join us on Sunday, Sept. 25 at Sunnidale Park in Barrie for a fun-filled day in support of animals.

Money raised through the Friends for Life! Walk™ supports programs and services provided by the Barrie Animal Centre. By participating in the Friends for Life! Walk, you are helping our centre continue the life-saving work it does each and every day.

We can’t do this alone, which is why we need you to go the extra mile to help vulnerable animals. Register today for the Friends for Life! Walk™ and help us change animals’ lives, one step at a time. 

New canine advent calendar now on sale

This holiday season, include your dog in the festivities with a special treat every day until Christmas! Advent calendars for dogs are the newest addition to our Paws & Give program. It’s the perfect gift for that special pup on your list.

Nala, where are you?

Sometime between Aug. 13 and 14, the Ontario SCPA Barrie Animal Centre was broken into. The suspect(s) gained access through a window and three dogs were taken. The first dog, Sultan, came back unharmed as a stray on the morning of Aug. 14. The second dog, Roscoe, came back on Aug. 16 after being found by a woman in Alcona. Read Roscoe’s story.

But where is Nala? The dog still missing is a female Husky x German Shepherd cross. Small for her breed mix, she weighs approximately 40-45 lbs. She is black, with white flecks on her back legs. She did not know her name yet, so will not respond to her name. She had just been spayed on Aug. 12 and had a fresh spay scar, shaved belly and was wearing a cone.

If you see a dog resembling Nala, or have any information about her whereabouts, contact Barrie Police at 705-725-7025, ext.268.

Looking for community service hours? 

If you are 14 years of age or older and need volunteer hours, please visit our website and sign up through our volunteer program.

Make your own healthy pet treats

If you’re a pet owner who loves to cook or bake, making your own healthy pet treats can be fun and rewarding. It’s a great way to spend some time with your four-legged friend, plus you’ll know exactly what’s in the treats they’re eating.

To help you get started, we have a few recipes we think your pets will love! If you don’t have time to make your own treats, we’ve got you covered with some single-ingredient treat ideas.

Get alerts, news and more with the new Ontario SPCA app

Get alerts about new animals up for adoption, register for upcoming events, read the latest news, unlock special offers, donate and much more with the Ontario SPCA’s new smartphone app.

Available on iPhone and Android, the new app is free to download. Just search “Ontario SPCA” and look for our crest.