Pet Adoption

• Emaciated dog found in Shuswap on road to recovery: BC SPCA

  The BC SPCA says Fish, a nine-year-old Labrador retriever mix, was found in a remote area east of Enderby.

  Canada

  Sep 8
  
• Edmonton Humane Society hosting pet adoption event to clear space for more animals that need help

  The Edmonton Humane Society launched its Adopt-a-Palooza adoption event on Friday, with the organization's CEO acknowledging "it's been very busy" in recent weeks.

  Canada

  Aug 25
  
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• Ontario shelter needs help after taking in 23 cats in 1 day

  The sudden addition of 23 new feline friends only exacerbates the need for help, a Barrie animal shelter already at capacity says.

  Canada

  Jul 31
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• Hamilton SPCA seeks more pet fosters with recent influx of dogs, cats

  The Hamilton-Burlington SPCA is looking for temporary foster homes to provide opportunities for animals to decompress and learn social skills amid tight quarters at the shelter.

  Canada

  Jun 28
• Why one Ontario animal rescue is being inundated with unwanted dogs

  A Simcoe County animal rescue agency is asking for help as adoption rates sit at an all-time low while more dogs, including surrenders, keep coming into their care.

  Canada

  Jun 15
• TTC’s Spadina Station to be decked out with pet adoption posters

  The City of Toronto says Spadina subway station will be plastered with digital billboards, vinyl wraps and platform murals of animals needing adoption.

  Canada

  May 17
• ‘Generous’ donation to Peterborough Animal Care Centre in memory of animal lover

  The centre's dog adoption suites are the largest of their kind in Canada and offer indoor/outdoor access for each dog, with front glass enclosures for public viewing.

  Canada

  Mar 16
• Pandemic pet boom hits bust as B.C. shelters see influx of animals

  As people return to work since COVID restrictions eased, breeders unable to find homes for their pandemic pets are turning to the SPCA and surrendering the animals instead.

  Canada

  Feb 7
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• A ‘perfect storm’ has more Canadians surrendering pets. Here’s how to help

  As the cost of living continues to increase across the country, more and more Canadians are surrendering their pets -- and shelters are beginning to reach capacity.

  Canada

  Nov 13, 2022
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• Rescue puppy captures hearts in new foster home

  Luca, a blind puppy, was recently taken into foster care after an altercation with a porcupine that forced the removal of one of his eyes.

  Canada

  Oct 25, 2022