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October 2017
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Advent Calendars are back!
Are you as excited as we are? Our Paws & Give delivery of extra delicious Dog & Cat Advent Calendars has arrived! Now you can include your pup AND kitty in your holiday celebrations.
With 24 days of treats from Nutrience, each day comes with three freeze-dried beef liver treats, so the calendar can be shared with multiple pets in your house!
Limited quantities are available, so order soon to avoid disappointment! You’ll treat the pets in your life and help animals receive their second chance at a great life.
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Friends for Life! Walk™ a great success
Thank you to all sponsors, participants, donors and furry friends that took part in the 2017 Ontario Friends for Life! Walk™ presented by Pedigree®. Because of all the support we received, we were able to raise over $260,000 this year! These funds will help animals across the province and will increase their chance at finding a forever home.
We are thrilled to finally recognize all of the amazing fundraisers this year. Our Top Fundraisers for the 2017 Friends for Life! Walk™ are…
- Top Adult Fundraiser: Lee D. who raised $8,694!
- Top Youth Walker Fundraiser: Kennedy S. who raised $675!
- Top Corporate Team Fundraiser: Euro Tile & Stone who raised $10,200!
- Top Community Team Fundraiser: Team OpPURRtunity- Renfrew County Staff & Volunteers who raised $15,236!
Congratulations to all of our deserving fundraisers and THANK YOU for all of your hard work!
Don’t miss out on all the fun that happened at our FFL! Walk event locations – visit our Facebook page and find your photo from the day. Stay tuned for details on the 2018 Ontario Friends for Life! Walk™ in the upcoming months!
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October is RVT month
The Ontario
SPCA is excited to celebrate Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVTs) all month
long. RVTs are an integral part of any animal health care team, but they are
particularly valuable in a shelter environment. These skilled, trained
professionals offer support on how to manage the animals in our care and
confidently provide their expertise in terms of medical advice and next steps.
Join us in
celebrating and thanking all of our hard-working RVTs out there making a
difference!
Visit our blog to learn more about RVTs
and their role in animal care and shelter medicine. |
Keep your pets safe this Halloween
Halloween can be a stressful time for your pets. Whether you are dressing up your furry friend or staying home handing out treats, the hubbub of activity can be exciting and a little scary.
If your pet is a little weary of strangers coming to the door, it might be best to keep them in an enclosed room or crate. Pet costumes should also fit appropriately and have no small bits to chew. Most importantly, candy and chocolate can be fatal if ingested. Please ensure treats are kept safely away from your pets.
Keep your pets safe this Halloween by visiting our blog for more great tips.
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Momma Mews finds her forever home
It’s been a long journey for this sweet girl. A very pregnant Mrs. Mews was dropped off at the Ontario SPCA Barrie Animal Centre in pretty rough shape. Not only was this soon-to-be mom ready to have her litter, but Mrs. Mews was also suffering from some health conditions.
Once the kittens were born, Mrs. Mews was able to rest and be placed into a foster to adopt home where she is absolutely adored. She will be missed but we are thrilled that she has found a home where she can live out the rest of her life surrounded by love. |
Shining stars needed
The Ontario SPCA Barrie Animal Centre is looking for volunteers with a passion for animal welfare. We are currently in need of volunteers for our bingo fundraisers as well as administrative support for the animal centre. As an ambassador for the Ontario SPCA, administrative volunteers are integral to the team by greeting visitors in person and on the phone, responding to inquiries and essentially helping visitors find their next best friend.
Bingo Centre volunteers typically work two hour shifts once every couple of months. Bingo events generate a significant amount of funds to help the animals. This position is incredibly valuable to the team and our partnership with the Bingo Association.
If you are interested in helping the animals, please visit the volunteer section of our website for more information and to submit an application. |
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The gentle giant
Borus is truly a loveable boy in need of a forever home. When he first came to the Ontario SPCA Orillia Animal Centre, he was extremely apprehensive and hid in the back of his enclosure. The staff were committed to building a relationship with Borus to help him adjust to his new environment. Once out of his shell, Borus’ true colors came through. This was one funny and loving boy!
Borus is waiting patiently to meet his new family. Come on by and spend some time with him…he may just be what you have been waiting for.
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Our foal has a name
Thank you to everyone who entered the Name the Foal contest last month. With nearly 500 entries, we received many fantastic suggestions and the judges had a difficult time selecting a winner. After much deliberation, we are please to announce the winner of the contest and recipient of the Green Hawk $100 gift card and prize pack.
Congratulations to Marj Burnette of Gravenhurst for naming our sweet foal Quin (Algonquin). We hope you enjoy your prize!
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