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Beyond English and French

Half a decade ago, I announced that the OHS was finally in a position to hire a humane education coordinator to provide services in French. This was the fulfillment of a long-overdue promise to our Francophone community, and I was delighted.

Apr 25, 2019

Animals and Easter

Easter is a great time of year. In theory, at least, winter is over and the weather is finally warming up. Sometimes we start to see some green on the ground. And with all of this, people start to get into a better mood, me included. It’s a great time of year for me, but is it for animals?

Apr 18, 2019

An Uncertain Future for Animal Cruelty Investigations in Ontario: An Update

The OHS reported last month that, with 27 days’ notice, the Ontario Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (OSPCA) announced it would no longer enforce animal cruelty legislation in Ontario.

Apr 11, 2019

Protect Pets from Spring Dangers

Spring is here! Like us, animals get spring fever and they want to spend more time outside after a long winter. Along with the health benefits of fresh air, sunshine and cool breezes, there are dangers for your pet.

Apr 04, 2019

Uncertainty for Animal Cruelty Investigations in Ontario

On March 4, 2019 the Ontario Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (OSPCA) announced it would no longer be enforcing animal cruelty investigations in Ontario as of April 1. Though the OSPCA offered to extend the contract in a “transition phase” to June 28, the Province of Ontario — government and all the players in animal welfare in Ontario — were essentially given 27 days’ notice.

Apr 04, 2019

Might saving dogs in Korea kill yours?

I recently received a report from Cornell University’s Animal Health Diagnostic Center describing importation of a canine distemper strain not found before in North America.

In early October of 2017, a 12-week old Shetland sheepdog arrived from Korea. Approximately 12 days later, the puppy developed a cough and lethargy, and was anemic.

Mar 28, 2019

Update on Wandering and Starving Labrador-cross Dog

The Ottawa Humane Society (OHS) has been receiving calls for an update on Marvin, the severely emaciated Labrador-retriever mix, that was brought to the shelter after being found running loose in a parking lot on Stonefield Private near Prince of Wales and Standherd drives.

Mar 22, 2019

National Puppy Day

National Puppy Day is this Saturday, a day to celebrate the cute and cuddly companions that everyone loves to love. There is something very exciting about the thought of bringing home a fluffy and snuggly new pup. And while the Ottawa Humane Society will always extol the virtues of adult dogs, adopting a puppy may be the best decision for some.

Mar 22, 2019

Who are the Heroes that Save Lives?

There is a lot of confusion about where the funds come from to care for the animals at the Ottawa Humane Society, and our programs to better the lives of today’s and tomorrow’s animals.

Mar 14, 2019

Supporting responsible pet ownership through Mobile Spay/Neuter

There are so many reasons why coming to work every day at a Humane Society can be intensely rewarding. In my role managing the Mobile Spay/Neuter Clinic I have an opportunity to not only see the impact the program is making as a whole in our community (with close to 4500 cats sterilized since 2016), but I often have a chance to speak with our clients who are so thankful that the service exists.

Mar 07, 2019