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Maddison and hermom Christina
V O LU M E 1 / I S S U E 0 7 • FA L L / W I N T E R 2 0 1 4
Highlighting what your generosity
means to our animal friends
IN THIS ISSUE
See How Your Support Saved Maddison’s Life
From the Streets
to Safety!You won’t believe
what this sweet girl survived!
Page 2 Join the iAdopt Pet
Adoption Drive in Canada
Page 3 From the Streets to Safety:
Your Gifts Gave Maddison
a Second Chance
Page 4 Partnering to Stop
Animal Cruelty
Page 5 Paws & Give™ for an Animal
in Need this Holiday Season
Page 6 Happy Tails
(and Whiskers Too)
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T he Ontario SPCA invites you to drop in to any shelter to take part in our
cross-Canada pet adoption drive, “iAdopt For the Holidays.”
iAdopt For the Holidays will run from November 1st to December 31st at
Ontario SPCA Shelters across the province with a goal of getting as many
animals as possible placed into loving forever homes during the holiday season.
Potential adopters are encouraged to take the Meet Your Match™ adopter
survey before coming into the shelter. The survey will give you a colour based on your preferences and lifestyle. On your visit
to the Ontario SPCA, you’re given a purple, orange or green guest pass to match the pets who might suit you best. You don’t
always have to go with your own colour, but at least you’ll know who you’re mixing with!
“With people having time off from work and being home together as a family, the holidays are
a great time to welcome a new furry companion into your home,” says Tanya Firmage, Director
of Animal Welfare & Operations.
To take the adopter survey and learn more about Meet Your Match™, visit www.meetyourmatch.ontariospca.ca. To take part in iAdopt For the Holidays, visit www.iadopt.ca.
Join the iAdopt Pet Adoption Drive in Canada
Woof! Meow! Neigh! Thank you! For participating in the Friends for Life! Walk™
On September 20 & 21, thousands of supporters came out to walk for the animals. The Ontario SPCA Friends for Life! Walk™ raises funds and awareness for the protection and care of all animals in Ontario. In 18 diff erent communities across the province, participants enjoyed a stroll with their families and canine companions around a local park.
Winner of last year’s iAdopt contest, Finn and his parents
Rescue & Relief ™ ontariospca.ca
When Maddison arrived at the Ontario SPCA she
was wounded and extremely thin. The sweet
yellow lab had been living in an abandoned
barn, struggling to feed herself and her seven puppies with
fi eld corn and whatever else she could fi nd.
Possibly mistaken for a wild animal scavenging on local farms,
Maddison had been shot several times and pellets were
lodged in her cheek, shoulder and hip. She also tested positive
for heartworm, a potentially fatal disease if left untreated.
Your gifts helped Maddison receive the medical care and
attention she and her puppies desperately needed. Staff and
volunteers worked patiently to gain Maddison’s trust and
make her more comfortable. Their hard work paid off and
soon Maddison found her forever home with Christina Clark
and family.
“When I read Maddison’s story I knew I had to have her,”
recalls Christina. “I just wanted to bring her home with
me where she would be safe.”
Christina remembers the moment she met
Maddison: “She was at least 25 pounds
lighter than she is now. Her nose was so
dried and cracked and her face had lots
of scars.” Two weeks after her last
treatment for heartworm, Maddison
was cleared to go home with Christina
and meet the family. Christina’s husband and two young sons
were thrilled with the new addition. Their aging chocolate
lab, Choco, also enjoyed his new canine companion.
“The two of them would lie
together and Maddison
would kiss Choco’s face,”
recalls Christina. “She’s so
motherly…she really took
to him.” When Choco passed
away recently, it hit Maddison
especially hard. “She didn’t
eat for a week,” says Christina.
“She was grieving so much.”
Today, Maddison still bears the scars of her life on the streets
but is enjoying the comforts of her new home. “She’s still a
bit of a nervous Nelly, but she’s starting to come out
of her shell,” says Christina. “Her personality
is so forgiving. It’s like she knows she’s
been saved.”
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From the Streets to Safety: Your Gifts Gave Maddison a Second Chance
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Q: What type of calls do 310-SPCA dispatchers
typically receive?
We receive calls about farm animals, companion animals
that are not being properly looked after, zoo animals,
wildlife in danger…you name it, we get it.
Q: How does the new 310-SPCA centralized
dispatch system help animals?
There are so many benefi ts to the new system. For
example, we recently had a call from a young woman who
believed she witnessed a man physically abusing his dog.
It was late on a Friday. With 310-SPCA, we were able to
ensure someone could set eyes on the dog that same
evening to make sure he was okay.
Q: How many dispatchers
work on the line?
During normal business hours,
when we receive our highest
volume of calls, we have four
people per shift answering calls.
The line is staff ed overnight.
There is always someone here
to deal with concerns of animal cruelty and neglect.
Q: How do you feel about your role?
I feel incredibly lucky to be in my current role. I do
something that I care deeply about and know I’m making
a diff erence.
“Crime Stoppers receives many anonymous tips each year
for cruelty or illegal activity involving animals,” says David
J. Forster, President of the Ontario Association of Crime
Stoppers. “Our partnership with the Ontario SPCA will allow
their investigators to work closely with local Crime Stoppers
programs and the Police Services to investigate these
occurrences when anonymous information is received.”
with Call Centre/Animal Control Supervisor Maureen Barclay
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Q + A
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A new partnership between the Ontario SPCA
and Crime Stoppers is making a diff erence to
animals at risk across Ontario. Now, anyone who
suspects an animal is suff ering cruelty, neglect
or abuse can call Crime Stoppers and register
their concern anonymously, 24 hours a day,
7 days a week.
“This new system will allow investigating officers to get the necessary information
right away.”– Agent Brad Dewar, Ontario SPCA Investigations
Communication Offi cer
he partnership will make investigating reports of
animal cruelty more effi cient and is of vital
importance when lives are in immediate danger.
“Our partnership with Crime Stoppers will allow
investigating offi cers to get the necessary information as
quickly as possible,” says Agent Brad Dewar, Investigations
Communication Offi cer with the Ontario SPCA. “In
emergency situations, like an animal trapped in a hot car,
or a case of potential abuse, we can respond much faster.”
Partnering to Stop Animal Cruelty
Holiday Gift Ideas ontariospca.caH
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Care for a Dog
$30
Secure your tree. Curious paws can quickly cause Christmas trees to tumble. Anchor your
tree to avoid injuries.
Say no to Mistletoe. Holiday foliage like mistletoe and holly can cause gastrointestinal
upsets or even cardiovascular problems in animals. Choose artifi cial decorations instead.
Watch the candles. Avoid the potential for burns and fi res – never leave an animal
unattended around a lighted candle.
Create a stress-free zone. The hustle and bustle of the holidays can be stressful for animals
too. Make sure to designate a quiet space for your furry friends to escape the commotion.
Care for a Cat
$25
Rescue & Relief
equipment $60
Makes holiday shopping easy and enjoyable. Visit www.pawsandgive.cato give a gift they will remember.
PAWS & GIVE™ ONLINE GIFT CATALOGUE
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Add a plush toy to your
purchase for $20
Paws & Give™for an Animal in Need this Holiday Season
ooking for that perfect holiday gift for the pet lover in your life? Consider
shopping with Paws & Give™, our online symbolic gift catalogue with all proceeds
benefi ting animals at the Ontario SPCA.
Choosing the perfect gift is easy with a wide variety of giving options. $25 provides care
for a cat and $30 provides care for a dog. $60 provides essential Rescue & Relief
equipment. Simply choose your gift and we’ll do the rest. We even have adorable plush
toys which make great gifts!
Your loved one will receive an ecard, printable card or mailed card letting them know a gift has been made in their honour
and you will receive a charitable tax receipt for the full amount of your donation. Best of all, you’ll love knowing that you’ve
given a gift with a diff erence – one that will help animals in need.
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To check out more of the Ontario SPCA’s easy to fi nd fact sheets go to www.ontariospca.on.ca/factsheets
4 Tips to Keep Your Furry Friends Safe This Holiday Season
ontariospca.ca
How Your Gifts Help Animals The Ontario SPCA is a non-profi t organization that is primarily operated by donations.
Compassionate and generous supporters like you are the reason we are still able to keep our investigators on the streets and our
shelters open to abused, abandoned and neglected animals.
PHOTO CREDITS: Photographs provided by Ontario SPCA volunteers and
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Happy Tails (and Whiskers Too)
Have your own Happy Tail? We’d love to hear it!
To share your own Happy Tail story please visit www.iAdopt.ca.
YOUR PRIVACY MATTERS: The Ontario SPCA is committed to protecting your privacy, and
recognizes the signifi cance of maintaining confi dentiality, accuracy and security of personal
information. We are happy to provide a copy of our complete privacy policy upon request.
Unless otherwise noted, all the animals featured in this newsletter were cared for and/or
adopted through one of the Ontario SPCA shelters across Ontario.
www.adoptercommunity.ontariospca.caFOLLOW US:
■ When Alexandra Riopelle went to her local Ontario SPCA to sign up to volunteer, she
was greeted by a cute black and tan dachshund. The dog had been found on the side of a
highway dehydrated and underweight. “We couldn’t believe that anyone could give up
such a wonderful little bundle of joy,” says Alexandra. “Adopting Roy has brought so much
joy to my life. The whole family agrees...except maybe the cat.”
■ Alex was found in a leg-hold trap illegally set within Cornwall city limits. Some kind soul
rescued him and brought him to the Stormont, Dundas & Glengarry Ontario SPCA shelter. His
left hind leg was already infested with maggots and beyond repair, so an amputation was
performed. Once recovered and put up for adoption, Alex had been at the shelter for weeks.
Natalie and her husband Gordon adopted Alex the very same day they came into the shelter.
Alex has been with his new family for six years now and he is very popular with the three
lady-cats they have adopted since!
ROY
ALEX
■ Chad, an eight-year-old collie mix, was surrendered to the Ontario SPCA a few weeks before
Christmas two years ago. Chad’s elderly owners had recently passed away. Ann found herself
stopping to visit Chad daily, and taking him for walks whenever she could. Her husband had
asked what she wanted for Christmas, and Ann had an answer for him! A few days before
Christmas, Chad found his forever home. Now Chad shares couch space with Spot, his
Dachshund friend, and Talia, his three-year-old human buddy. Ann and Chad even joined the
St. John’s Ambulance therapy dog program where Chad enjoys
sharing his newfound happiness with others.CHAD
Your support helped these animals fi nd their forever homes! We’re glad to be able to share these special stories with you.
n Ontario SPCA Kent County Branch Thompson struts his stuff at Sidewalk Sale Days
The Ontario SPCA Kent Branch took part in Sidewalk Sale
Days in Downtown Chatham Saturday, July 4th and
Sunday, July 5th. The weather couldn’t have been better
to showcase some of our dogs up for adoption. Staff and
volunteers chatted with visitors about the shelter, the
upcoming Friends for Life! Walk™ , and the adoption
process. One of the dogs joining us for the event was
Thompson, a snuggly Springer Spaniel. He took part in
a human-doggy fashion show, strutting his
stuff down the King Street catwalk, and
mingled with visitors to the Kent Branch
booth. Mid-afternoon Saturday Thompson
caught the eye of a wonderful family, and
after a brief discussion, they drove to the
shelter to complete the adoption process
and took Thompson home. All in all, a very
successful weekend!
For more information visit us at
www.kent.ontariospca.ca
n Ontario SPCA Huron CountyLeo to the Rescue!
When Allan Day began volunteering for Ontario SPCA in Goderich in
October 2013, he had one cardinal rule: No bringing animals home!
After all, Allan already had a cat named Milo at home. But that rule
went out the window when Leo, a beautiful cat with tiger markings,
arrived at the shelter. “I wanted him from the start,” recalls Allan.
GTA & SOUTH WEST ONTARIO REGION • Fall/Winter 2014
n Ontario SPCA Provincial Education and Animal CentreExpanding Outdoor Dog Runs
Outdoor runs are essential to the
dogs in our care, allowing them
to get fresh air, exercise time
and receive vital enrichment
opportunities while relieving
their stress. Unfortunately, last
year’s harsh winter caused
substantial damage to our dog
runs, shifting the concrete and
breaking the fence. As a result,
staff were forced to keep the
dogs inside for safety.
Fortunately, donor support has
made vital renovations possible
to the dog runs at the Provincial
Education & Animal Centre. Your
kind gifts have not only fixed the
winter damage, but also allowed
us to expand our runs. It is now
possible for up to 12 dogs
to go outside at one time.
This outdoor time is so
important to the animals in
our care. Many of the dogs
we shelter have faced a life-
time of abuse or neglect.
Outdoor dog runs help dogs
relieve their anxieties and
begin their rehabilitation.
For more information visit
us at www.peac.ontariospca.ca
OUR ACCOUNTABILITY REPORT TO FRIENDS OF THE ONTARIO SPCA
GTA & SOUTH WEST ONTARIO REGION PAGE 1
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Thompson’s new dad.
Updated dog runs.
Thompson struts his stuff at Sidewalk Sale Days.
visit us at ontariospca.ca
Leo was in quarantine for three weeks before he
could be adopted out. In that time, Allan’s precious
Milo passed away. When the Vet recommended
Leo go home with someone to avoid contact with
cats at the shelter, Allan was quick to volunteer.
“You sure are buying a lot of toys for a cat that
is going back at the end of the week,” observed
Allan’s wife Judy. Of course, Leo had already
charmed his way into his new family.
“Leo is a very smart cat,” says Allan. “He loves attention and is so friendly and
playful.” What’s more, Leo helped the family cope with their loss. “Leo helped us
get through losing our Milo,” explains Allan. “Not only did the Ontario SPCA give us
a truly amazing healthy cat that matched our home, they helped us through our
grieving with their long time experience of cat knowledge. We are so thankful.”
For more information visit us at www.huron.ontariospca.ca
GTA & SOUTH WEST ONTARIO REGION PAGE 2
n Ontario SPCA Orangeville & District Branch
Global Pet Foods Show Their Heart
Thank you to Global Pet Foods
and the Global Pet Foods store
in Orangeville from all of us at
the Ontario SPCA Orangeville &
District Branch! As a result of the
Global Pet Foods Show Us Your
Heart™ fundraising campaign,
on April 22, 2014 the Global Pet
Foods store in Orangeville was
able to present us with a cheque
for $3,552.21 to help the animals
in our care. It was clear to us just
how hard the store employees
and management worked to
promote the fundraiser campaign
and to encourage their customers
to donate money. The owners
of the Global Pet Foods store
in Orangeville, Brant and Willa
Coleman, were enthusiastically
behind the campaign all the way
and we were thrilled to receive
this generous donation.
This is the eighth year that
Global Pet Foods, 47 Broadway,
Orangeville, has supported the
Ontario SPCA Orangeville &
District Branch through the
annual Show Us Your Heart™
Campaign, which ran from
February 1st -15th this year.
Global Pet Foods and Hill’s
Science Diet teamed up
once again for Show Us
Your Heart™ to help many
homeless animals that
deserve loving care. Global
Pet Foods and Hill’s Science
Diet matched every donation
made! Thank you to Global
Pet Foods and your customers.
For more information
visit us at www.orangeville.
ontariospca.ca
After the Show Us Your Heart fundraising campaign.
Allan and Leo.
How to Enrich Your Pet’s LifeStudies show that animals with access to enrichment toys and activities are
friendlier, eat less, are mentally well adjusted and live longer. They also show
improved learning capabilities and problem solving skills. Here are some easy pet
enrichment tips:
FOR DOGS:
• Giveyourdogtaskstothinkthroughlikefooddispensingtoysorpuzzles.
• Letthemplaywithotherfriendlycaninebuddiesorusepositivereinforcement training.
• Toysthataretexturedlikeropetoysorrubberornylonbonesareperfectfor play time.
• AllowingyourdogaccesstowindowsornatureprogrammingonTVgives them visual stimulation.
• Lotsofbrushingandpettingisrelaxingandenjoyableforyourpet.
FOR CATS:
• •Ascratchingpostisagreatwayforcatstoengageina natural behaviour they crave.
• • Giveyourcatasafespacetheycanquietlysurveytheir surroundings from up high.
• • Fooddispensingpuzzlesareagreatwaytostimulate their minds.
•Tohelpyourcatfeelsecure,givethemasoftand warm area to sleep.
• Toysthatbounceandsqueakwillhelpsatisfytheirneedtohunt.
n Ontario SPCA Renfrew County Branch
Animal Enrichment has Positive Effect
A new focus on animal enrichment is helping the Renfrew County Branch improve
the day-to-day lives of its animals and allow for a smoother transition into their
forever homes. Eight volunteers provide cats and small animals daily enrichment
and upwards of 20 scheduled dog walkers & enrichment
volunteers spend time with our canines each week.
Examples of our new enrichment schedule include treat
balls for cats to practice hunting techniques and bubble
machines, TV and glowing light orbs to give cats visual
stimulation. Dogs are enjoying stuffed Kong’s, hanging
ice treats, treat balls and scent detection while rabbits
are practicing intelligence ‘treat and learn’ puzzles.
The positive effects of our enrichment program include
happier animals and animals that have a more restful
day with a variety of things to keep them busy at
different times. Visitors and volunteers enjoy reading
our weekly post-up of enrichment activities and seeing
how enrichment can positively affect different areas of
the animal’s well-being.
For more information visit us at renfrewcounty.ontariospca.ca
EASTERN ONTARIO REGION • Fall/Winter 2014
n Ontario SPCA Stormont, Dundas & Glengarry Branch
Doctor in the HouseStudents at the Iona Academy
raised $350 for the Ontario SPCA
at the 5th Annual Teddy Bear
Clinic. The event features younger
students bringing in their
stuffed animals for a medical
examination by a Grade 8 doctor.
For more information visit
us at www.sdg.ontariospca.ca
OUR ACCOUNTABILITY REPORT TO FRIENDS OF THE ONTARIO SPCA
EASTERN ONTARIO REGION PAGE 1
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How to Enrich Your Pet’s LifeStudies show that animals with access to enrichment toys and activities are
friendlier, eat less, are mentally well adjusted and live longer. They also show
improved learning capabilities and problem solving skills. Here are some easy pet
enrichment tips:
FOR DOGS:
• Giveyourdogtaskstothinkthroughlikefooddispensingtoysorpuzzles.
Animals enjoying their enrichment toys.
To join our online community and receive
more information about our programs,
please visit
ontariospca.ca
Students at the 5th Annual Teddy Bear Clinic.
visit us at ontariospca.ca
n Ontario SPCA Leeds & Grenville Branch
Legacy Gift Funds Vital Branch Renovations
A generous bequest gift is making vital branch
renovations possible. The planned gift, which
was designated for animal enrichment, will
provide years of satisfaction to animals in need.
Cats are now enjoying new cat suites that allow them to move around as they
please. Dogs too are benefiting from direct access to the outdoors, allowing them
the freedom to work off any stress and anxiety they may be facing at their own
pace and time. These improvements, and other animal enrichment work, help
dogs and cats alike appear more like their true selves when potential adopters
come to meet them.
When you leave a Planned Gift – also called a Legacy Gift – to the Ontario SPCA,
you help ensure that we can keep doing our vital work for the animals in your
community and across the province. At the same time, you could significantly
reduce your taxes, both now and on your estate when it is time to settle.
There are many different legacy gift options available to you that can provide
benefits for your family and the animals you love, today and tomorrow. To request
your own Legacy Giving Guide or to discuss how you can benefit from making a
planned gift, please contact Colleen Bradley at 1-888-668-7722 ext. 324 or
For more information visit us at www.leedsgrenville.ontariospca.ca
• Letthemplaywithother friendly canine buddies or use
positive reinforcement training.
• Toysthataretexturedlikerope toys or rubber or nylon bones
are perfect for play time.
• Allowingyourdogaccessto windows or nature
programming on TV gives
them visual stimulation.
• Lotsofbrushingandpettingis relaxing and enjoyable for your
pet.
FOR CATS:
• Ascratchingpostisagreat way for cats to engage in a
natural behaviour they crave.
• Giveyourcatasafespace they can quietly survey their
surroundings from up high.
• Fooddispensingpuzzlesare a great way to stimulate their
minds.
• Tohelpyourcatfeelsecure, give them a soft and warm
area to sleep.
• Toysthatbounceand squeak will help satisfy their
need to hunt.
(Continued from page 1)How to Enrich Your Pet’s Life
EASTERN ONTARIO REGION PAGE 2
Updated dog runs.
Renovations at the Ontario SPCA
n Ontario SPCA Lennox & Addington Branch
Guardian Angels Fund Cat Enclosure
Our cats now have their very own outdoor cat enclosure
thanks to funds generously donated by Freida Youell
and her sister Doris DeCorte. Freida and Doris, you truly
are our guardian angels.
Annual Bottle Drive a Success
The branch’s Annual Bottle Drive raised $2,200!
Special thanks to Shona Turiff for all her hard work
on this event. Shona has been an exceptional
volunteer at the Branch for over 12 years.
For more information visit us at
www.lennoxaddington.ontariospca.ca Freida holding a special friend.
Drawing of our new outdoor cat enclosure.DON’T FORGET
You’re welcome to stop into one of our
many Animal Centre locations seven days
a week, to see our many animals available
for adoption.
n Ontario SPCA Muskoka Animal Centre
Homes for Horses
The Ontario SPCA Muskoka Animal Centre has been flooded with equines in need
since November of 2013. So far, we have cared for and rehabilitated 12 horses and
one donkey.
We have been blessed with many wonderful adoptions and are thrilled to see our
shelter horses finding new homes and in some cases new careers!
Nylea and Sasha are now teaching children all about horses and riding at a local
stable where they very quickly became barn favorites. Velvet had her foal, a
beautiful black filly named Chantilly Lace (Tilly), and they have both been adopted
by a local Equine Assisted Therapy Centre. Once Velvet’s foal is weaned she will be
going back to school to learn the ins and outs of her new role as a therapy horse.
Tango was adopted by his new mom, Krys, and recently joined her at his new
home where they are learning Natural Horsemanship. Jenga has been adopted by
a wonderful family and is keeping everyone busy with grooming and riding.
Charlotte has joined a local riding center and will be learning the art of working
with and teaching our young equine enthusiasts how to ride and care for horses.
We still have several wonderful horses in need of a good home. To find out more,
please call or visit the Muskoka Animal Centre.
For more information visit us at www.muskoka.ontariospca.ca
n Ontario SPCA Sudbury & District Branch
New Shelter a Successful Collaboration with Collège Boréal
Staff and animals alike are excited to be moving
to the new Animal Centre opening later this fall.
Designed by Peter Archer and Associates out of
Barrie, with engineering by Jerry Nichols of
Sudbury and construction by Build North from
Sudbury, the new structure is light and airy and
features large expanses of glass. Best of all, the
CeNtrAl AND NOrtHerN ONtAriO • Fall/Winter 2014
n Ontario SPCAMidland & District Branch improving Our Dog Park, thanks to You
Every day shelter dogs burn off
excess energy at the Midland and
District Branch Dog Park, enjoying
the attention of dedicated
volunteers. Located on shelter
property, the Dog
Park has seen
many recent
improvements.
We would like to
thank donors Ron
Chalmers and
Gord Fraser who
provided the park
fencing and our
volunteers who
built a deck over
the wet entrance area. Wood chips
have been laid down to help
control mud. We have many
dedicated volunteers who work
hard to keep the park clean.
You and your canine companions
are invited to enjoy the Dog Park.
We are open to the public all hours
of the day with the exception of
9am-10am when shelter dogs
receive exclusive run of the park.
For more information visit us
at www.midland.ontariospca.ca
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Our new shelter & educational centre
Improved dog park, thanks to dedicated volunteers.
visit us at ontariospca.ca
n Ontario SPCA Orillia BranchAll ‘Fore’ the Animals
The Orillia Branch of the Ontario SPCA held their
annual All ‘fore’ the Animals Golf Tournament
on Friday June 27th, 2014. The beautiful Hawk
Ridge Golf & Country Club hosted the event
which included 18 holes of golf and a delicious
dinner. Thanks go out to all the sponsors, donors,
golfers and businesses who helped make the
day very successful. This year 79 golfers raised
approximately $11,000 for the animals!
For more information visit us at
www.orillia.ontariospca.ca
shelter can accommodate 50%
more dogs than before.
The new shelter comes only two
years after the Ontario SPCA and
Collège Boréal began discussing
ideas for collaboration to involve
Boréal’s Veterinarian Technician
Course. The innovative partnership
facilitates the sharing of resources
and knowledge between the two
institutions and will allow shelter
animals to be spayed and neutered
and receive medical treatment at
Collège Boréal’s new veterinary
wing. Collège Boréal is the first
Canadian college to teach shelter
medicine, and the Ontario SPCA is
proud to offer a $1,000 bursary for
a deserving Veterinary Technician
student.
For more information visit us
at www.sudbury.ontariospca.ca
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n Ontario SPCA Barrie BranchWe Want Your Bottles!
Planning a celebration? Donate
your empties to the Barrie branch
of the Ontario SPCA. When you
donate your empty bottles to us
rather than returning them to the
Beer Store, you help animals in
need. Revenue from our bottle
drive helps pay for animal care,
food and other vital supplies.
Our bottle drive is an ongoing
initiative and we are here to take
your empties year-round. We have
a 24-hour donation bin and we
can even schedule a pick up for
large loads.
For more information or to
schedule a large quantity pick
up of your empty bottles, please
call (705) 728-7311.
For more information visit us
at www.barrie.ontariospca.ca
Thanks to all our the sponsors, donors, golfers and businesses who helped make the day very successful.
A participant during the All “fore” the Animals Golf Tournament
How to enrich Your Pet’s lifeStudies show that animals with access to enrichment toys and activities are
friendlier, eat less, are mentally well adjusted and live longer. They also show
improved learning capabilities and problem solving skills. Here are some easy pet
enrichment tips:
FOr DOgS:
• Giveyourdogtaskstothinkthroughlikefooddispensingtoysorpuzzles.
• Letthemplaywithotherfriendlycaninebuddiesorusepositivereinforcement training.
• Toysthataretexturedlikeropetoysorrubberornylonbonesareperfectfor play time.
• AllowingyourdogaccesstowindowsornatureprogrammingonTVgives them visual stimulation.
• Lotsofbrushingandpettingisrelaxingandenjoyableforyourpet.
FOr CAtS:
• Ascratchingpostisagreatwayforcatstoengageinanaturalbehaviourthey crave.
• Giveyourcatasafespacetheycanquietlysurveytheirsurroundingsfrom up high.
• Fooddispensingpuzzlesareagreatwaytostimulatetheirminds.
• Tohelpyourcatfeelsecure,givethemasoftandwarmareatosleep.
• Toysthatbounceandsqueakwillhelpsatisfytheirneedtohunt.