With the federal election less than two weeks away, we can all help make sure that animals count. Thanks to the advocacy of animal welfare organizations and their supporters, the treatment and protection of animals has been prioritized by every level of government over the past few years.
After a busy summer season at the OHS, the shelter is nearing capacity. For the first time ever, the OHS will be hosting an in-house adopt-a-thon. On Sunday, Oct. 6, families looking for a new pet can pick from over 180 animals currently looking for a new home.
When I walk around the shelter, I see animals from all walks of life that are just trying to live their best life possible. In order to help these animals overcome the adversity with which they’ve been faced, the Ottawa Humane Society has created a new department: Intervention Services. This department complements the medical team by identifying all non-medical needs of the animals in OHS care.
The OHS is hosting a 55+ event! Guests are invited to stop by the Ottawa Humane Society (245 West Hunt Club Road) on Saturday, Sept. 28 anytime between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. for activities, refreshments, and so much more!
I meet a lot of people in my role at the Ottawa Humane Society. And because seniors are such ardent supporters of the OHS, a disproportionate number of the people I meet and talk to are seniors.
The Ottawa Humane Society (OHS) honoured several volunteers and members of the public last week at its annual general meeting, celebrating the many dedicated and passionate individuals and organizations working together to make our community better for the animals.
Our humane education team decided to kick-start this school year by running Leadership and Education with Adolescents and Dogs (L.E.A.D.), a worthwhile community outreach initiative that has been creating positive change for both people and pets for more than ten years.
The Ottawa Humane Society (OHS) is appealing to the community to help recover a hairless guinea pig (often referred to as a “skinny pig”) stolen from one of its partner adoption locations. Chip (A224728) was reported stolen from Pet Valu on Ogilvie Rd. Sunday night to both the OHS and the Ottawa Police Service (OPS).
After another surge in its cat population, the Ottawa Humane Society will be taking part in PetSmart Charities’ next National Adoption Weekend through its Pet Adoption Location (PAL) program.
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