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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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Bonded sisters looking for a home
Two very special cat sisters arrived at the Ontario SPCA Leeds & Grenville Animal Centre as an owner surrender back in August. Harlow and Evelyn are five years old and have been together since birth, but unfortunate circumstances have left them without a home.
They are both very affectionate and very friendly. Harlow is a little more outgoing and loves to play with catnip. Evelyn is more timid but loves to have her belly rubbed. These girls are a bonded pair and because of their dependence on each other, we are looking for a home where they can be together.
If you think you would be a good match for Evelyn and Harlow, please come by the animal centre located at 800 Centennial Road in Brockville or call us at 613-345-5520 to learn more. |
The perfect companion
Sweet Bruce was one of five timid little dachshund/terrier mix dogs who arrived at the Ontario SPCA Leeds & Grenville Animal Centre back in June as the result of an investigation. When Bruce first arrived, he was very scared. But thanks to a loving couple, Joanne and Tony, Bruce came out of his shell.
Bruce now starts each day by going to the barn and watching the chickens, pigeons and rabbits. Once he has checked everything out, he spends the rest of the day protecting his new family and staying by Tony’s side, offering him comfort and companionship.
Joanne and Tony can’t say enough about how lucky they were to find Bruce.
“You give back what you get when you rescue a dog,” says the proud new owner.
Joanne and Tony say they have found the perfect dog! |
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Local pizzeria feeds campers
For the last three years, Jim and Nick, owners of Luna Pizza have been generously donating pizzas for the campers attending the children’s camp at the Ontario SPCA Leeds & Grenville Animal Centre. Without missing a beat, they have pizza ready every Friday for our young guests.
The pizza party is the highlight of the week as everyone looks forward to some fun water activities and a delicious lunch to complete a busy week of animal learning.
Thank you Jim, Nick, and the rest of the Luna family for being a part of our camp.
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Around the World in 80 Spays
Join the Ontario SPCA Leeds & Grenville Animal Centre on Thursday, November 2nd, 2018 for the 9th Annual Around the World in 80 Spays Food Tasting and Auction in support of the animals in our community.
The evening will feature ethnic dishes from around the world, followed by a silent auction filled with fabulous items donated by local businesses and accomplished potters and artists.
Tickets are $50 ($20 tax receipt available upon request).
For more information call 613-345-5520 or email leedsgrenville@ospca.on.ca. |
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Finding homes for the holidays
The Ontario SPCA is gearing up to find homes for as many animals as possible during “iAdopt for the Holidays”. From November 1st to December 31st, SPCAs, Humane Societies, rescue groups and animal welfare groups across Canada will be encouraging people to choose pet adoption as their first option when bringing home a new family member.
Watch for the campaign launch on November 1st and stay tuned for exciting contests, adoption stories, photos and more during iAdopt for the Holidays.
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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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