August 2014 Welcome to NewsHound!     In this edition of NewsHound, read about iAdopt for Fall, learn more about the launch of the new volunteer management software and find out how to register and take part in the upcoming Friends For Life! Walk™. Another Happy Ending   Volunteer Spotlight   Thinking Outside the Box   iAdopt for Fall   New Volunteer Software   Friends For Life! Walk™

Another Happy Ending    ”Dan” is a Redbone Coonhound that came in as a transfer from another Ontario SPCA Barrie Branch. He had been removed from a cat breeding facility in February of 2014. Left in a pen with a female Redbone Coonhound, these two came into our care from deplorable conditions. In July 2014, a young couple fell in love with Dan. They knew the instant that they saw him and heard his story that he belonged in their family. Dan is now a welcome, happy member of their household and we are happy to report that he has adopted them right back!  View adoptable animals here.            Volunteer Spotlight   We have had many young women come into the Ontario SPCA Barrie Branch to volunteer this summer. Some just needed their 40 hours for school and decided to stay, and some came in because they wanted experience. Whatever their motivation, they've all worked really hard for the animals, and we wanted to say to Bryne, Kensie and Jackie that you ladies have been fantastic. We really appreciate the help and support you've shown the staff. All the best in your future endeavours. View volunteer opportunities here.                Thinking Outside the Box Roy Boni from Sutton-Group Incentrive Realy Inc. Brokerage has decided to make this the summer for animals. He is donating flyer space and newspaper space to ensure that homeless pets get noticed from the Ontario SPCA Barrie Branch. Many thanks to the Roy Boni team for thinking outside the box to help our homeless animals! We hope the extra visibility our animals get will help them find their forever homes!             iAdopt for Fall   Because there’s no better time to fall in love, iAdopt For Fall.   Wouldn’t it be nice to have a furry companion to enjoy the fresh fall weather with?   What better time to welcome a new addition into your family than during the fall months!   From August 1st – September 30th, particpating societies will be running the “iAdopt for Fall” adoption campaign.   Take our online Meet Your Match ™adopter survey so you’ll know before coming in to one of our shelters which type of animal you really click with. Take the survey now!   To learn more about iAdopt,  visit www.iadopt.ca.           Volunteers can now manage their own schedule!™   Ontario SPCA volunteers can now update their contact information and manage their own schedule all from home. The Ontario SPCA has launched a new online software system called "Better Impact"; this system is especially designed to manage volunteers and provide a more efficient way of communicating. As a volunteer you can sign up for shifts, inform us of any vacations, log hours, or change your phone number all from your home. Volunteers just need an email address and access to the internet to get started. For more information see you branch for details or log into www.myvolunteer.page.com to create your web page.         Friends For Life! Walk™   September 20th and 21st, 2014 is the Friends for Life! Walk™ weekend to save pets. Around the province thousands of walk participants will enjoy a stroll with their families in their community to help raise support for animals in need across Ontario.  Even people without pets can come out to enjoy the day and support this worth while cause.   Find a walk near you.   This event is your opportunity to help the thousands of animals at the Ontario SPCA  who are waiting to find their own friend for life!   Visit friendsforlifewalk.ca to register and learn more.

Ontario SPCA Barrie Animal Centre