The OHS is sometimes called the cat and dog society — understandable as cats and dogs are the animals we most often help.
However, there’s never a dull day at the shelter and we sometimes receive unexpected, surprising guests. Meet Fancy, a Polish chicken who was found wandering a Stittsville neighbourhood and needed help.
The Ottawa Humane Society is bursting with bunnies as close to 40 rabbits are available for adoption. In an effort find more homes for these hoppy friends, the OHS has declared July 21 to 27 “Rabbit Week” and is offering special promotions to people who adopt during the event.
Summer is a busy time at the Ottawa Humane Society. Waves of kittens need our help, we receive far more wildlife than usual and we support a wealth of stray animals in returning to their homes — all while finding perfect matches for Ottawa’s homeless animals.
The Ottawa Humane Society and its partners in the Ontario Animal Welfare Network are calling for stronger protections against animal cruelty and neglect.
“The animals rely on a timely and effective investigative system to protect them from cruelty and neglect,” said Sharon Miko, OHS President & CEO. “The OHS and our partners are ready to support the province and collaborate on critical improvements that will protect animals across Ontario.”
Maybe not one by itself, but I know that many people raising their voices for the animals can make a difference.
I hope you’ll join me and animal advocates across the province in reaching out to Premier Doug Ford, urging him and the Solicitor General to increase the number of animal investigators and improve the transparency of the province’s investigations into animal welfare.
The Ottawa Humane Society is preparing for a possible spike in lost dogs as Ottawa prepares for Canada Day celebrations.
“Fireworks and loud nosies can frighten calm and confident cats and dogs,” said Sharon Miko, OHS President & CEO. “Animals can become startled, increasing the risk that they may bolt and become lost. We strongly advise families to not take their dogs to firework displays.”
Last night, 21 kittens were transferred to the Ottawa Humane Society from Windsor/Essex County Humane Society.
“Our friends in Windsor are facing a capacity crisis and reached out to us,” said Sharon Miko, OHS President & CEO. “Our population is also high in Ottawa, but Windsor was running out of options and we wanted to help. We worked out how we could provide the veterinary treatment the kittens need, and find them new homes as soon as we can.”
I don’t know about you, but I’m happy for a day of relief after four days of a heatwave. Every year, the OHS reminds the community of the dangers parked cars pose to pets and every year, dogs are still left in hot cars and are exposed to conditions that cause extreme suffering, brain damage and death.
At the OHS, we’re currently grappling with a significant setback: we do not have the staff to operate our Mobile Spay/Neuter Service. After running the program last Thursday, we are now forced to temporarily pause the service.
As we enter our busiest time of year, resources we were previously able to redirect to the program must be focused on providing for the high population of homeless animals in our care. And before anyone asks, no, the OHS is not overcapacity or turning animals away. We are always available for animals in need.
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