Press Releases

Oct. 16, 2025 — Last night, after waiting for more than 400 days, Ladybug found her forever home. She was the longest stay dog at the Ottawa Humane Society, and her path to adoption was anything but easy...

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Oct. 29, 2025 — To make sure everyone can have a safe and happy Halloween (and avoid an unexpected trip to the veterinarian) the Ottawa Humane Society is reminding the community of the best tips to keep pets safe on Halloween...

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Oct. 24, 2025 — Tonight, OHS veterinarians and other staff members will be volunteering their time to provide spay/neuter surgeries and dental procedures for Ottawa’s homeless animals. It’s all a part of Julie’s Light, an annual event to help reduce...

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Oct. 23, 2025 — On Sunday, Oct. 26, Howl-O-Ween, a spook-tacular event for the whole family, is happening at the OHS. From 1 to 4 p.m., all are welcome to come to the OHS for free Halloween fun

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Oct. 10, 2025 — The rotating postal strike is threatening the Ottawa Humane Society’s ability to care for hundreds of homeless and vulnerable animals. With mail service slowed, donations that normally arrive by cheque are delayed, jeopardizing a lifeline of support.

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Sept. 29, 2025 — Sunday, Sept. 28, more than 1,400 people participated in the Ottawa Humane Society’s Wiggle Waggle Walk & Run presented by Hill’s Pet Nutrition and produced by Run Ottawa on the Great Lawn at Lansdowne Park. The event is Ottawa’s biggest for homeless animals in need and this year the community raised more than $230,000 for Ottawa’s animals.

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Sept. 25, 2025 — On Tuesday night, 19 kittens were found in a box in Riverview Park and brought to the Ottawa Humane Society. The kittens were among 42 cats admitted to the OHS in a single day...

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Sept. 17, 2025 — The Ottawa Humane Society honoured several volunteers, members of the public and community organizations last night at its annual general meeting, celebrating their work towards building a more humane and compassionate community for Ottawa’s animals and the people who love them.

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Aug. 25, 2025 — Ladybug, a six-year-old American bulldog mix, has spent an entire year in the care of the Ottawa Humane Society. After undergoing significant veterinary care and behaviour support, the OHS hopes to find her new home soon... 

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July 21, 2025 — The Ottawa Humane Society is bursting with bunnies as more than 30 rabbits are available for adoption. In an effort to find more homes for these hoppy friends, the OHS has declared July 20 to 26 “Rabbit Week” and is offering special promotions...

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