Ontario SPCA and Humane Society
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May 2022
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Mother’s Day auction helps animals in need
At the end of April, we co-hosted our second Mother's Day online auction alongside the Ontario SPCA Provincial Education & Animal Centre.
Thanks to the support from our community members, we were able to raise over $3,000! This online auction wouldn't be possible without the support of generous donors. We aim to work with local and small businesses, as well as individual entrepreneurs, to help share and spread awareness for these businesses and work together as a community.
We thank everyone who donated an item to this auction and did their part in helping animals in need! It truly takes a community to change the lives of vulnerable animals and we are so thankful to all of you!
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Senior cat finds the purr-fect forever home
We love happy tails! Fiona was adopted from our centre in December 2018, at the age of 11. She had come into our care in October of that year for rehoming. Two months later, her new dad walked into our centre. He was a first-time cat dad and loved everything about what it meant to adopt a senior animal.
Someone had graciously paid for Fiona's adoption fee, so her adopter made the decision to pay it forward by paying for another cat's adoption fee! It was his way of helping another cat who had been waiting a long time to find a home.
Fast forward a few years and Fiona is still thriving and living her best life!
“She is keeping very well and spends her days napping in a few spots. She still has lots of energy to play and overall is living a comfy life,” her adopter recently told us. “I know when spring gets here, she will be sure to enjoy the sunny balcony. I wanted to thank your team for all your great work.”
Interested in giving an animal a second chance?
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7 tips to help you reunite a lost dog with its family
Have you ever seen a pooch wandering alone and wondered, “What should I do?” The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society helped reunite 282 lost animals with their families last year and has developed a list of tips to follow if you find a lost dog.
From how to check for identification, who to call, and additional steps you can take to spread the word, here’s what you need to know.
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Are you prepared for an emergency?
If an emergency struck, would you be ready? If you missed Emergency Preparedness Week, it’s not too late to prepare for the unexpected.
Emergency Preparedness Week was May 1-7 and the Ontario SPCA partnered with the Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs to help spread the important message of having an emergency plan for your family that also includes your animals.
Visit our Emergency Preparedness page for a list of items to include in your pet`s emergency survival kit, as well as resources on how to develop an emergency preparedness plan and escape plan.
Special thanks to Markham Fire and Emergency Services, which visited our animal centre to help raise awareness about Emergency Preparedness Week and the need to include your furry family members in your emergency plans.
By having the necessary supplies to shelter in place, and a plan to evacuate with your pets, you’ll be prepared for the unexpected and will help ensure you’re able to care for your family and pets during an emergency.
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Let your love of animals live forever
When you look back at your life, what are some of your fondest memories? Like so many of us, we can guess that some of your favourite moments may involve your connection to a pet or animal – a bird or a bunny, a dog or a cat, or perhaps even a horse, turtle or fish. Animals have likely been one of your most treasured friends and true companions in life.
When you think about your life’s purpose, the difference you’ve made, and how you can leave the world a better place, do you think about your love for the animals? If so, a gift in your Will to the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society might be part of your legacy.
May is Leave a Legacy month and we’re here to answer your questions about legacy giving. Visit our website to learn more about how your love of animals can live forever. Find answers to your questions and be inspired by others who have made helping animals part of their lasting legacy.
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Choosing tailored nutrition for your kitten's growth
Have you ever wondered why it is not recommended to feed kittens an adult diet? Royal Canin offers some insight as to why a tailored diet is essential to your kitten`s development.
Compared to an adult cat, a kitten has:
Higher energy needs – Until approximately seven months of age, a kitten needs more energy (calories) from their diet to support their rapid growth.
Higher nutrient needs – A growing kitten has higher nutrient requirements to support their growth and development and these needs are maintained throughout the entire growth period, which for most cats is 12 months.
A developing digestive system – A kitten’s digestive tract matures over time, as does their microbiome, the beneficial bacteria and other organisms that have an important role in digestive health.
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