January 2017 Thanks for a successful year in 2016! We’re looking forward to a new year and want to thank you for your continued support
Bake a difference during National Cupcake Day™ Preheat those ovens! National Cupcake Day™ is coming up on Feb. 27 and you’re invited to help “bake” a difference for animals in need. Now in its fifth year, National Cupcake Day™ is presented in partnership by the Ontario SPCA and BC SPCA and is a collaborative event to support local SPCAs and Humane Societies across the country. To participate, register to host a National Cupcake Day™ party and invite co-workers, friends and family. Guests donate to the participating animal welfare charity of the host’s choice in exchange for a cupcake, raising critically-needed funds for animals that are abused, abandoned, neglected or no longer wanted. Cupcake Day parties can be held anywhere, and on any date in January or February. Visit nationalcupcakeday.ca to register, bake and donate.
Take extra precautions during cold weather If it’s too cold for you to go outside, it’s too cold for your pet! Every year, the Ontario SPCA investigates thousands of complaints about animals left unprotected from winter weather. Exposure to harsh conditions can cause serious illness or death to animals, particularly during periods of freezing rain and rapid temperature fluctuations. Keeping pets safe and healthy during the winter months doesn’t end with keeping them warm. There are other hazards to be aware of, including salt and other chemicals used to melt snow and ice on roads and sidewalks. They can burn your pet’s sensitive paws and can cause illness if ingested. Before your pet heads out into the great outdoors this winter, here’s what you need to know.
Find your pocket pal at the rat adopt-a-thon Looking for a small, low-maintenance pet? Have you considered a rat? Ontario SPCA animal centres across the province recently welcomed a large number of these pocket-sized pets after close to 600 rats were removed from an apartment in North Bay. To help find homes for our little friends, PetSmart will be hosting a rat adopt-a-thon from Jan. 21 to Feb. 12 at a number of stores across the province. Rats will be available for adoption for only $5 each at participating PetSmart locations in Sudbury, Barrie, Newmarket, Vaughan, East Brampton, Scarborough, Pickering, Whitby, Peterborough, Cornwall, Belleville, Kingston and North Bay, Richmond Hill and Toronto. The rats are patiently waiting to find a loving home. Could it be yours?	Celebrating volunteers like Kristin Kristin is one of our extremely dedicated volunteers here in Midland. Many people don’t realize how much maintenance and daily care an animal centre and its occupants require. That’s why we are so grateful for volunteers like Kristin for dedicating their time to help us out! For the past two years, Kristin has been assisting the Ontario SPCA Midland & District Animal Centre with both the cats and dogs. She is always willing to help with whatever she can. She has an undeniable passion for animals and always makes sure to get updates on how our furry friends are doing in their new homes. Kristin also has five rescues of her own: Hule and Oliver, who are pictured here with her, as well as her cats Roxy, Django and Willow. Thank you, Kristin, for your amazing dedication to helping the animals!
Over 5,300 animals find homes during iAdopt for the Holidays iAdopt for the Holidays is over for another year and over 5,300 animals found loving homes through participating SPCAs, Humane Societies and rescue groups across Canada, including over 1,600 animals adopted through Ontario SPCA animal centres during the two-month adoption campaign. iAdopt for the Holidays, supported by Royal Canin, took place from Nov. 1 to Dec. 31 at participating SPCAs, Humane Societies and rescue groups nation wide. The goal of this annual event is to get as many animals as possible placed into loving homes during the holiday season. We are so pleased to say the campaign was a great success! A big thank you to everyone who participated in this year’s campaign. You helped change the lives of animals in need this holiday season!	Community spirit shines bright during the holidays The staff and animals of the Ontario SPCA Midland & District Animal Centre would like to thank our community for the truly humbling support we receive throughout the year. This Christmas season, we were overwhelmed by an outpouring of generosity. It is because of the altruism of our donors that we are able to continue to thrive. Without you, we would not exist! Special thanks to the young animal people who raised money and collected items for our critters through advent activities, and those who asked for donations in place of birthdays gifts last year. With young people like the ones in our community, we know we can look forward to continuing support for years to come! Happy 2017 from the staff and animals at the Midland & District Animal Centre.
Senior rat finds a home  to spend his golden years Dwight first came to us when he was abandoned in a box at one of Midland’s local dog parks. He was extremely scared and shy and avoided interaction. Once he settled in we were able to tell Dwight was a senior rat who just needed a little TLC. He became a long-term tenant with us and our staff developed a fondness for him, giving him treats daily. His lucky day came when a wonderful couple came into the centre looking for a pet. The staff here told them of Dwight’s story. They had rats in the past and knew they wanted to offer him a second chance. With their time and devotion, Dwight is now very comfortable in his new home, and happy with his new beginning!	Tell us your favourite pet brands We want to hear from you! Take our survey about your pets, pet suppliers and favourite pet-related brands and you’ll be entered to win a $100 prepaid Mastercard®! Knowing which companies you know and trust guides us as we work to develop new partnerships that will be of value to supporters like you, while also helping the animals in our care.

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