Posts by Ottawa Humane Society

April 7, 2025 — The Ottawa Humane Society is calling for donations of unopened pet food to support its Emergency Pet Food Bank. After distributing more than 4,200 lbs of food over the winter, the food drive is critical to ensure no pet owner has to choose between feeding themselves or their pet.

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You always hear about the first robin of spring, but I prefer measuring the change of seasons by the swell of people out in the community with their dogs. I’m definitely enjoying the spring with my pups, Reggie and Winston, and it reminds me of something I’m always so grateful for: Ottawa is a pet-friendly city.

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As Ottawa’s local animal shelter, it’s not uncommon for people to assume that taking in animals, caring for them, and finding them new homes is all the OHS does. Don’t get me wrong, that work alone is an enormous task, but we’re up to a lot more, and the impact it has for the animals is staggering. 

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Kitten season is the time of year when many kittens are born — too often outdoors with no one to care for them. In Ottawa, this typically begins in April, when the weather starts to warm, and continues through October.

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March 10, 2026 — The 50/50 jackpot in the Ottawa Humane Society’s For the Love of Animals Lottery has reached $25,000 and continues to grow, giving supporters across Ontario the chance to win big while helping animals in need. 

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Feb. 24, 2026 —Today, the Ottawa Humane Society will spay and neuter 30 homeless cats and dogs in the care of local animal rescue partners. The effort is in recognition of World Spay Day, an international event to raise awareness about the importance of spaying and neutering pets.

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Feb. 5, 2026 — The Ottawa Humane Society is inviting the community to fall in love with Ottawa’s homeless animals. On Sunday, Feb. 8, Tails of Love, a sweet event for the whole family, is happening at the OHS.

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Jan. 31, 2026 — Applications are open for the Ottawa Humane Society’s Board of Directors until March 13. The board plays a key role in supporting the OHS as it progresses on its five-year strategic plan in supporting Ottawa’s pets and their people.

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This week, Canada conditionally approved Marineland to transfer its 30 belugas to aquariums in the U.S.

Animal advocates have rallied for decades against the keeping of whales, dolphins and porpoises in captivity for entertainment and profit.

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Jan. 23, 2026 — The temperature is expected to plummet this evening and into the weekend, and the Ottawa Humane Society is warning pet owners about the dangers cold weather can pose to pets — especially cats allowed to roam outdoors.

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