Tag: Ottawa Humane Society
Ottawa Humane Society hosting a youth writing competition – five freedoms of animal welfare
Stittsville has some great child and youth authors – this Ottawa Humane Society (OHS) writing competition will help young authors learn more about the Five Freedoms of Animal Welfare.
Ottawa Humane Society in need of foster volunteers
The Ottawa Humane Society needs foster volunteers to provide temporary homes for Ottawa’s animals who aren’t yet ready for adoption.
Live trapping and relocation: A band-aid solution
Live trapping and relocating of small wildlife may be seen as a humane option for controlling wild critters, but in reality it is a cruel solution.
Humane Society warns that Canada Day can pose a serious risk to pets
With fireworks and other noisy displays, an increased number of pets become lost or injured as they bolt from the loud noises.
Ottawa Humane Society warns pet owners of increased danger to pets left in cars as temperatures rise
“Dogs die in hot cars,” said Bruce Roney, OHS President & CEO. “Temperatures in vehicles rise extremely quickly — even with the windows left open…
Living with coyotes in an urban environment – Zoom presentation March 1
In light of the recent Coyote sightings around Stittsville and the songs of the Coyote at night, especially in the area of the Trans-Canada Trail and Poole Creek corridor…
Keep your pets safe during cold weather
The temperature is plummeting and the cold weather can pose serious risks to pets. We may admire our pets’ plush coats, but as beautiful as fur is, it’s not a perfect insulator, especially when it’s very cold…
The pandemic puppy – a wise decision?
There has been a lot written lately about the so-called “pandemic puppy.” The story boils down to this: countless Canadians who are bored and lonely during the lockdown are rushing out to buy or adopt puppies, and when the health crisis is over…
Fireworks spark increase in lost dogs says Ottawa Humane Society
The Ottawa Humane Society (OHS) is preparing for a possible spike in lost dogs, as individual firework displays are likely to be more prevalent because of COVID-19 physical distancing measures.…
‘Reckless behaviour’ leaving pets in hot cars
(A Beagle in a closed-up vehicle – Iryna Inshyna Shutterstock) “It is critically important to ensure all pets are protected from the potential fatal effects of the hot summer sun,”…
Ottawa Humane Society assists pet owners with emergency pet food bank
Many pet owners are having a difficult time affording the cost of food for their animals due to the COVID pandemic. To help address these needs, the Ottawa Humane Society (OHS)…
Caring for and enjoying your pet during a quarantine
(Photo: pexels.com) Are you an animal lover or pet owner wondering how to care for man’s best friend while stuck inside? Well I have just the answer for you. When speaking…