OHS Position Statement: Domestic Companion Animals - Dogs
Pet owners have a responsibility to their companion animal. Companion animals depend on their owner for their needs.
The Ottawa Humane Society (OHS) believes this responsibility encompasses:
- research about a prospective breed before making a decision;
- appropriate housing, nutrition, grooming and exercise;
- regular veterinary care, including spay/neuter
- human supervision and attention on a daily basis;
- training using positive reinforcement
- proper identification
- safe and secure confinement to owner’s property and under control when off owner’s property;
- adherence to municipal animal control bylaws
Caring for a companion animal involves a commitment to the animal’s well-being for its lifetime.
- For information on acquiring a dog, visit: more >
- For information on caring for your dog, visit: more >
- For information on spaying or neutering your dog, visit: more >
- For information on choosing a dog trainer, visit: more >
- For information on proper dog identification, visit: more >
Passed by the OHS Board of Directors August 26, 2008
