On Sunday, Oct. 27, 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, including:
The Ottawa Humane Society is launching a new training program for kids and dogs on Oct. 17. Junior Trainers: Tricks & Games will let kids work together with their family dog and a certified dog trainer to teach their pet basic manners, new tricks and fun games.
Sunday, Sept. 29, more than 1,400 people registered for 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 $200,000 for Ottawa’s animals.
The Ottawa Humane Society honoured several volunteers, members of the public and community organizations this week 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.
This weekend, the Ottawa Humane Society is calling for donations of unopened pet food to support its Emergency Pet Food Bank.Drop off locations are available throughout the city and at the OHS’s Shirley Kearns Memorial Adoption Centre on 245 West Hunt Club Road.
On Thursday, Aug. 15, the Ottawa Humane Society will be hosting a pop-up pet food bank for families in need in partnership with Sandy Hill Health and Community Centre.
“Our pet food bank is seeing increasing demand,” said Sharon Miko, OHS President & CEO. “Last year, we provided more than 18,000 kg of pet food to families in the community. This year we’re expecting between a 20 to 30% increase.”
Last weekend, the OHS received an influx of close to 90 cats including 40 kittens transferred from another animal welfare organization facing capacity challenges.
To better understand the number outdoor cats in Ottawa and the community’s attitude towards the animals, the OHS is calling for the community to complete a short survey. The results will inform the OHS’s strategies to slow Ottawa’s cycle of homeless cats and reduce Ottawa’s homeless cat population.
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.
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.”
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.”
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