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Disposable Animals

Here at the OHS, we talk a lot about spaying and neutering pets. It’s a cornerstone of our strategy and of the whole humane movement and has been for many years. And with dogs, the strategy has been very successful, at least in most of North America. Few humane societies receive dozens of boxes of puppies each spring, as was once the case for most, if not all of us.

Feb 21, 2019

"Your flaws are perfect for the heart that's meant to love you." - Trent Shelton

Feb 14, 2019

This February, Love is in the Air at the Ottawa Humane Society

Looking for the purr-fect way to celebrate love this Valentine’s Day? Stop by the OHS on Saturday, Feb. 9 between 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. for the annual OHS My Furry Valentine family event!

Feb 07, 2019

An Idea Whose Time has Come

Accreditation is not sexy. It’s not “fun.” It’s something that occurs in the background. But if you are having surgery, you may want to know that the hospital you are in is accredited. Because in the end, accreditation is an assurance of quality.

Feb 07, 2019

Ottawa Humane Society to Hold Microchip Clinic Sunday, Feb. 10

If your pet goes missing, what are the chances it will find its way home? The Ottawa Humane Society is urging pet owners to take precautions to ensure that if their dog or cat becomes lost, it has the best possible chance of a safe return — by implanting a grain-sized microchip offering permanent, life-long identification.

Feb 05, 2019

Stray Cat Rescued by Ottawa Fire Services Recovering in Ottawa Humane Society Care after Wandering onto the Rideau River

River (A219032), a stray cat rescued last week is recovering at the OHS after he was found on the Rideau River clinging to life. With last week’s bone chilling temperatures, stray animals and pets left outside were at risk of freezing or endangering their lives when seeking warmth.

Jan 31, 2019

Just Keep Clicking

A lot of people have been disdainful of clicking on social media to support causes. It has even been dismissively dubbed as slacktivism: “supporting a political or social cause by means of social media, characterized as involving very little effort or commitment.”

I don’t know how much social media sharing has achieved, but it certainly can help an animal in need of a home at the Ottawa Humane Society.

Jan 31, 2019

Our Ten Year Challenge

There has been a small phenomenon going around the internet lately: the ten year challenge. The idea is that you post a picture of yourself today and from ten years ago. Notwithstanding Wired Magazine’s theory that the trend was started for the express purpose of calibrating facial recognition software, the idea is kind of fun. It certainly got me thinking about where I was and where the OHS was ten years ago.

Jan 24, 2019

Protect Pets From Dangerously Cold Temperatures

The extreme cold forecast for the city means pets left outside too long risk frostbite and even death without shelter from the frigid weather. Cold weather can be as dangerous for animals as it is people.

Jan 22, 2019

No more “ruff” days at the office!

The Ottawa Humane Society is turning Blue Monday into the happiest day of the year! On January 21, local businesses will take a “PAWS” in their work day for some canine and feline cuddles with an OHS animal visit.

PAWS 4 Wellness is a workplace charitable campaign where local companies raise a minimum of $1,000 to help Ottawa’s animals.

Jan 18, 2019