Rufus is looking for a friend for adventures

Meet Rufus, an approximately one-year-old goofy Lab mix who is looking for an energetic family to call his own. Rufus is a typical bouncy pup. He enjoys playing fetch, squeaky toys, puzzle boxes and all food. He will require some extra training and confidence boosting, but with such a love for treats, training has been easy.

This sweet boy came to us from a shelter that was at capacity and they asked the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society to help Rufus and his friends find a loving forever home. Rufus is a bit nervous of strangers when he first meets them. Once you offer him a treat and an ear scratch, he’s your new best friend!

Could Rufus be your next adventure buddy? If you’re interested in welcoming him into your family and giving him the life he’s been waiting for, please contact our animal centre to arrange to meet Rufus.

Boris and Chonk Norris are waiting for the purr-fect home

Boris and Chonk Norris are two big boys who had a rough start in life. Arriving in the care of the Ontario SPCA Lennox & Addington Animal Centre, both Boris and Chonk Norris were a little worse for wear after a hard life outside fending for themselves.

While these two gentlemen came into our care separately, their story is much the same. Both are FIV positive and are ideally looking for forever homes where they can be the only cat in the home. What is FIV or feline immunodeficiency virus? Read our blog about adopting and living with an FIV-positive cat.

Chonk Norris is very outgoing and social and absolutely loves attention. Boris is more laid-back and reserved. He likes to keep to himself but enjoys the occasional cheek scratch.

If either of these furry friends sound like the purr-fect fit for your home, visit our adoption site to learn more and make arrangements to meet them.

Become a foster volunteer and change a life

Kitten season is upon us, and the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society needs foster volunteers to help these youngsters – and other animals in need of TLC – thrive in a home environment. It’s a rewarding way to give back to your community by helping an animal get the second chance they deserve.

Foster volunteers provide a safe and nurturing environment for both cats and dogs of all ages who may require a little additional TLC as they prepare for adoption. This includes pregnant animals and their litters, animals who have been injured or who are recovering from an illness and may have medical needs, and animals who might need a little more socialization.

If you’re able to open your home to an animal in need, visit our website to learn more and apply online. We will provide you with all the resources needed to ensure both you and the animal are successful in your foster journey together.

Helping animals for 150 years

It’s been 150 years since the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society was established as a registered charity with the purpose of providing care, comfort, and compassion to animals in need. Test your knowledge by reading our blog, How much do you know about the Ontario SPCA? While a lot has changed in over a century, one thing remains the same – we’re here to help the animals.

As we celebrate our 150th anniversary, we are thankful for the generosity of our donors and our communities. Since the Ontario SPCA does not receive annual government funding, donations are the lifeline that keep animals safe across our communities. This work would not be possible without our amazing network of support.

Help us celebrate 150 years of adoptions, advocacy and change by following us on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram, and visit at ontariospca.ca to learn more about the work being done across the province.

Making furry friends for life with AnimalSmart™

Our AnimalSmart™ presentations are in full swing! We have been visiting classes and community groups all over Ontario to deliver our engaging humane education presentations. We are continuing to recruit volunteers and are accepting booking requests from schools/community groups.

AnimalSmart™ is the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society’s humane education program designed to foster empathy, promote a sense of responsibility, and inspire connection with animals and the environment. We offer presentations free of charge to schools and community groups for Grades 1-8.

Help us create a brighter future for animals by becoming a Humane Education volunteer! If you enjoy working with children and youth, and have a passion for presenting, we want to hear from you!

Interested in booking a presentation at your school? Fill out our online form, and we’ll see you soon!

Visit animalsmart.ca to learn more about the program and how you can become involved.

Protecting puppies and kittens in their first weeks

Puppies and kittens are extremely susceptible to disease and illness when they are first born. Up until the age of 12 weeks, their immune system is fragile. Like humans, they receive immune protection through maternally derived antibodies (MDAs) by drinking their mom’s first milk, called colostrum. Unlike human babies, who receive immune protection in the womb, animals only receive the MDAs at birth, which can leave them vulnerable.

It's important to take precautions when handling young animals. Our friends at Royal Canin offer some tips to help keep puppies and kittens healthy and safe as they mature. From feeding to disease prevention, read this month’s blog to learn more about how to help puppies and kittens thrive.

Thank you for being so sweet

Our ovens are cooling, our aprons are dusted with flour, and we have officially wrapped up Cupcake Day for the Ontario SPCA! Cupcake Day was a huge success this year and we couldn't have done it without you. You made changing the lives of animals a piece of cake!

This year's event raised a lot of dough – over $70,000 and counting! Because of the incredible support from local bakers and at-home whisk-takers, the animals in our care are receiving a second chance at finding their fur-ever homes.

On behalf of all your friends at the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society (human, and furry!), thank you for baking a difference and making Cupcake Day the sweetest day of the year for animals in need!

If you haven’t donated yet, you’re not too late! Donate today at cupcakeday.ca!