This website uses cookies to enhance usability and provide you with a more personal experience. By using this website, you agree to our use of cookies as explained in our Privacy Policy.
Keep pets with their loving families
Pets are at risk of being separated from the people who love them.
Sept. 3, 2026 —At the tail end of summer, the Ottawa Humane Society is supporting an unusually high number of dogs. In August, the OHS received 40% more stray dogs alongside sudden, large intakes of dogs which caused additional strain on the animal shelter.
We’ve had a couple of months packed with fun and learning at our summer camp! More than 300 kids have spent a week at the shelter, learning about animals, how the Ottawa Humane Society supports pets and their people, careers that help pets in need and just having a good time with crafts and activities.
Aug. 6, 2026 — Yesterday evening, two cats and three dogs from communities impacted by the wildfires in northwestern Ontario arrived at the Ottawa Humane Society. Partnering with Northern Reach Network, the OHS admitted the animals for shelter, care and rehoming in Ottawa and the shelter is on standby to accept more animals.
