September 2017

Help Houston dogs displaced by hurricane

The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society is supporting Toronto-based dog rescue Redemption Dogs to help find homes for adoptable dogs displaced in Houston by Hurricane Harvey.

On Monday, Sept. 11, more than 35 dogs waiting to be adopted prior to the devastation caused by the hurricane crossed the border into Ontario with the assistance of the Welland & District SPCA.  The dogs are currently being cared for by the Ontario SPCA and are undergoing veterinary checks and any necessary medical treatments, including being spayed or neutered, before they will be ready for adoption.  

The costs to care for these dogs are high, which is why we need your help.  Hurricane Harvey is now behind these dogs; please help them have a second chance at life. 

Once they are ready to find loving homes, the dogs will be available for adoption through Redemption Paws. In the meantime, the Ontario SPCA also has many dogs currently waiting for a loving home.

One week until the Friends for Life! Walk™

The Ontario SPCA Friends for Life! Walk presented by Pedigree is just over one week away! On Sept. 23, animal lovers across Renfrew County will unite at the Pembroke Marina to support vital medical care and safe shelter for animals in need. Help us ensure we reach our goal of raising $350,000 by doing one of the following:

Register for the walk
Support a friend who is walking or 
Donate! 

By participating and raising funds for the Walk, YOU have the chance to WIN some amazing prizes! 

1. Top Adult Fundraiser Prize: Bissel ProHeat® Pet Upright Carpet Cleaner, a Kurgo dog hammock for your car, an Earth Rated leash dispenser, an Earth Rated counter display with 30 poo bag rolls and a Molly Maid gift certificate.
2. Top Youth Walker Fundraiser Prize: $75 Gift Card of choice to one of the following stores: Toys “R” Us, Canadian Tire or Chapters Indigo.
3. Top Corporate Team Fundraiser Prize: “Coffee Break” Gift Basket – Includes: Keurig K200 Plus Series Machine, K-Pods & Office Treats!
4. Top Community Team Fundraiser Prize: $50 Gift Card of choice for each team member from giftcertificates.ca. 

Be sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram for event day contests and share your Walk photos using the #FFL hashtag for another chance to win! 
Twitter & Instagram: @FFLHashtag: #FFL

Paws & Give: ‘Fall’ Into Savings

The holiday season will be here before you know it, and our Paws & Give™ online store has just the deal to help you get ready. 

From now until Sept. 20, buy a 12-pack of animal-themed holiday cards for just $10. You can also add a “mystery pack” to your order for $5 which includes 10 additional random card designs. Shipping is included with your purchase.

We’re making room for new inventory and everything must go! 

You won’t be-leaf this deal, and your purchase will help animals in your community who need you. Fall into Savings — and Shop Now

P.S. As a subscriber to Newshound, we wanted to give you the inside scoop: our dog and cat advent calendars will be available later this month!  Don’t miss out on a barking good deal on the purrfect treat for your furry family members. Watch for the announcement – they’ll go fast!

Barbecue fundraiser helps support animals in need

We had a great time on Aug. 26 at Smitty’s Home Hardware Building Centre! Smitty’s generously provided the use of their parking lot to host a barbecue in support of our Friends for Life! Walk™ taking place on Saturday, Sept.23 at the Pembroke Marina.

It was such an amazing turnout of supporters and the event raised $455 for the Ontario SPCA Renfrew County Animal Centre. Funds  raised at each of our events stays right here in Renfrew County, helping unwanted, neglected and abused animals that come into our animal centre each and every day.

From our paws to yours, we thank you for your continued support!

Meet Colleen – volunteer extraordinaire!

If you’ve been to the Ontario SPCA Renfrew County Animal Centre or called us during centre hours, you probably spoke to Colleen, our volunteer extraordinaire. Colleen had been volunteering her time and skills at the shelter for over a year and been an instrumental part of our team.  During this time, she helped make cat enrichment toys, facilitating the kid’s camp, assisted with fundraising events and so much more. Whatever the situation, Colleen was up for the challenge.

It’s with mixed emotions that we bid farewell to Colleen as she embarks on her new journey to attend Algonquin College in the Veterinarian Technician Program. We wish her the very best! She will truly be missed by all our volunteers, staff and animals at our animal centre

Cat adoption event ends this weekend

Looking for that perfect companion?  There’s still time to take advantage of our special adoption fee of $50 for all cats and kittens. 

We have so many cats in need of loving homes. When you adopt a pet, not only do you get a wonderful friend, you also give an animal an incredible gift: a second chance to find happiness and love. Plus, you get great value, your pet will be spayed/neutered and vaccinated and you'll receive helpful literature on caring for your pet.

Our special adoption fee for all cats and kittens ends this weekend. Come into one of our animal centres today and find the perfect match.

Thank you for supporting our No Hot Pets campaign

The No Hot Pets campaign has come to an end for 2017 and we want to thank you for taking the time to sign the pledge to save animals’ lives. Over 5,700 people showed their commitment to Animal Welfare and thousands of others helped spread the word through social media.  

The issue of owners leaving their pets in their vehicles during the hot summer months is an ongoing problem. It puts the safety of animals at risk and can even result in death. There is no excuse for leaving a pet unattended in a vehicle. We thank you for helping us spread this important message this summer!

Dog wash raises over $1,200

The weather didn’t fully cooperate, but we still had an amazing turnout for our annual Dog Wash & BBQ on Aug. 19 at the Petawawa Legion.

Many past adopters and old familiar furry faces came for a visit and we were thrilled to get updates on our old friends.  

Thanks to the amazing support of the people in our community, we raised over $1,200 for the care of the animals in our area.

We couldn’t have done it without you!

Is oral care part of your pet’s routine?

Oral care is an important part of maintaining the overall health of your dog or cat. Bacteria and plaque can harden on your pet’s teeth to form tartar, which can lead to gingivitis, receding gums, pain and tooth loss. Dental problems affect more than just your pet’s teeth. If left untreated, dental infections can spread to the heart, kidneys and other vital organs.

Brushing your pet’s teeth is a key habit to maintaining oral care but there are other things that can help. Read the Ontario SPCA blog for information on oral care and dental disease prevention.