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March 2017
We
would like to thank our generous community for supporting National Cupcake Day™
for SPCAs and Humane Societies. Your support made this year’s event another
great success!
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March is Fix Your Pet month
Pet overpopulation still exists in
Ontario as a direct result of animals left unaltered. Each year, tens of
thousands of dogs and cats end up on the streets where they fall victim to
neglect and abuse, or in shelters in search of new homes.
Over 25,000 animals
come into the care of the Ontario SPCA every year. Protecting your pet by having
them spayed or neutered can help reduce this number and make our community a
safer place for our pets. Spaying/neutering pets will reduce health risks and
physical stress, and improve behaviour. Fixed pets are also less likely to
roam, reducing the risk of injury, accident and loss.
Our goal is to help reduce the
number of homeless pets and fix as many animals as possible. With that in mind,
the Ontario SPCA and its Affiliate Communities operate high-volume,
self-sustaining spay/neuter services across the province, including in
Newmarket, Barrie and St. Catharines. The public, shelters, and rescue
groups are welcome, regardless of geography or income level.
Help us spread the word
about this important issue by participating in our Cone of Fame contest. Let’s
change the conversation and encourage pet owners to be proud of the cone pets
often wear after spay or neuter surgeries. Join the conversation by posting a
photo using #ConeOfFame.
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Paws & Hooves program at TSC Stores supports animal rescue and
adoption
Support animal rescue
and adoption when you shop for items for your home, farm, yard or outdoor hobby
during Paws & Hooves events at TSC Stores in support of the Ontario SPCA
and our Affiliate Communities.
For every $2 donation,
you’ll receive your choice of a paper paw or hoof to be displayed in the store
showing your support. To participate, drop by your local TSC Store (The
Incredible Country Hardware Store) during one of their upcoming Paws &
Hooves events:
April 7 – April 30
May 26 – June 8
July 14 – July 26
Oct 20 – Nov 2
Dec 1 – Dec 14
By participating in the Paws & Hooves program,
you’re making a difference in the lives of animals in need.
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National Cupcake Day™ was a sweet success
We
had a great National Cupcake Day™ for SPCAs and Humane Societies this year! In
fact, the entire month leading up to this important fundraising day was great!
Delectable
cupcakes (and pupcakes) were made by staff and volunteers all month long. We
celebrated throughout February by delivering cupcakes each day of the month to
local businesses. We also hosted an open house on Feb. 18 that included tours
of the centre to meet the animals, a children’s play area and best of all,
cupcakes!
A big thank you goes out to the schools,
businesses and individuals who participated with their own cupcake creations. We
also commend the continued support of the staff at Paul’s No Frills in Midland.
Paul’s No Frills sponsored our animal centre’s “Cupcake corner” for a week and
generously sponsored our Cupcake Day party that took place on Feb. 27.
Thank you to everyone who showed their
support during National Cupcake Day. We hope you’ll join us for some sweet
treats again next year!
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Dog bite prevention starts with you
Have you ever had a close encounter with a dog in which
you feared you would be bitten? The majority of the time, dog bites can be
prevented by following a few simple rules when it comes to dog behaviour.
Most people know to ask first before reaching out to a
pet a dog, but are you aware that you should let them sniff your closed hand
before attempting to pet them?
While you might automatically reach to pet the dog’s head, to
avoid the risk of being bitten, pet the dog’s shoulders and chest instead.
There are also verbal cues and body language you need
to keep an eye on. A wagging tail or a crouching body doesn’t always mean
friendliness, which is why it’s critical to watch the dog’s posture for signs
of fear, anxiety or aggression.
But what if you’re approached by a dog you don’t know
while out for a walk or run? To minimize the risk of being bitten, stay quiet
and still. Never run or scream. Visit our blog for more tips on dog bite prevention.
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Stay safe during the spring thaw
Spring is just around the corner and we’re eager to welcome sunny days ahead. When the weather gets warmer, people and their pets are eager to get outside. Looks can be deceiving though, which is why you need to be cautious.
Melting snow can create fast-moving streams and rivers that pose a risk
to pets and their owners. Dog owners also have to keep a close eye on their
four-legged pals while out on a walk to ensure they don’t ingest any garbage or
debris that may have been hidden under the, now melted, snow. Active pooches
may also head to the nearest puddle for a drink, which could make them sick if
it contains salt or snow melting chemicals.
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Kallie finds her
forever home after battling health issues
Kallie is full of personality and seems to know she’s
one good-looking cat. She’s had her share of challenges though. Some health
problems left her lethargic, uninterested in food and short of breath. Her
health deteriorated to the point where she needed a feeding tube placed in her
neck!
Kallie had been under
the weather for a week, so we were thrilled to see her bounce back to her
usual, bright self. She made
sure to let the other cats know she was the boss again before being adopted by
her new friend, Krystel!
Krystel reports that Kallie is doing incredible in her new forever home.
She settled right in after her first day there and loves to play with her toy
mice and keep everyone in her new family on their toes.
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Volunteer brings passion and positivity
We’ve said it before and we’ll say it
again – volunteers are essential and treasured assets who help keep the animal
centre running smoothly. For over five years, Leigh has been volunteering with
us and has been such a positive presence at the Midland & District Animal
Centre. We all light up when Leigh arrives to the rescue!
Previously our volunteer coordinator,
Leigh now supports our shelter’s front office by helping customers, answering
the phones and completing tasks too numerous to list! She also gets involved in
our various events and fundraisers. Leigh always has a great attitude and genuinely
loves all animals. She delights in sharing stories about her own critters, as
well as the residents we’ve welcomed here at the centre over the years.
Thank you, Leigh, for all your dedication
over the years.
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