When should I seek professional wildlife assistance?

When should I seek professional wildlife assistance?

With mating season upon us for many species, our animal services team is receiving an influx of inquiries about potentially orphaned wildlife. There are a few crucial pieces of knowledge when it comes to respecting and taking care of the wildlife in our community. Not all who Wander are Orphaned One of the first assumptions when encountering a baby animal is that it has lost its mother and needs our assistance. Although a fair thought, it is important to know that mothers often leave their babies to forage for food. During this process, it can be assumed that they have been left for good. Be sure to wait and monitor […]

Keeping things Firework Friendly

Keeping things Firework Friendly

It’s about that time to fire up the barbeque and head to the back deck! With Victoria Day around the corner, there might be some fireworks coming too. Although wonderful to celebrate with our pets by our side, fireworks often cause panic rather than enjoyment for our furry friends. Check out our best advice to keep your pet comfortable this long weekend! Small Pets Your smaller, primarily indoor friends are likely to frighten easily from loud noises. If you’re worried about loud noises scaring your small pet, consider moving their cage to a quieter, more secluded place in your home (ie. the basement). Some animals burrow when frightened so be […]

Pet ID Essentials

Pet ID Essentials

Pet Parents know that a missing pet is nothing less than devastating. Proper identification is a crucial step to finding your pet and bringing them back home to safety. During National Pet ID Week we thought we’d gather and share some tips on how to bring your pet home quicker. ID Tags A collar with an ID tag is the first step to reuniting a lost pet with its family. This first step can avoid many obstacles and days spent away from home. Always be sure your pet has an updated ID tag around its neck when heading outdoors. Your pet’s tag should include its name (ie. Tucker), your name […]

Go Green this Earth Day!

Go Green this Earth Day!

Whether you’re celebrating Earth Day or looking for ways to shrink your carbon footprint, finding Green alternatives can make a difference in many lives – including yours! We’ve come up with just a few ideas to help you love our Earth a little more as a pet owner. Go for a walk Get out for a walk with your pet. Dogs love the outdoors for a reason. Take a tip from them and soak it all in on a nice, long walk. And if you’re not a dog owner, get out there, you’ll still be amazing what a nice walk on a sunny day can do for you! Donate, don’t […]

Animal In War Pins

Animal In War Pins

The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society releases a new commemorative Animals in War collectible pin each year leading up to Remembrance Day. The pin is intended to be worn as a complement to the poppy in remembrance of our veterans and the animals who bravely served by their side. Funds from the sale of the pin help provide care for animals in need, as well as support our veterans. Due to the global pandemic, the Ontario SPCA has increased its commitment to veterans in 2020 by donating $2.50 from each pin sold to Royal Canadian Legion branches across Ontario. The first Animals in War pin was launched in 2017 and […]

New Animal Center Finds Home

New Animal Center Finds Home

On September 2nd 2020, The City of Brantford and the Brant County SPCA announced the formalization of an agreement that will see the lands known as 10 Kraemer’s Way in Brantford provided to the BCSPCA to house a new Animal Centre. This facility will be 12,000 square foot which is almost 5 times larger than our current shelter! The new Animal Centre will have animal adoption rooms, a community room, administration offices and an accessory veterinarian clinic. The veterinarian clinic will provide medical assistance, including a spay neuter program for animals in the care of the Brant SPCA. It will also serve as the home for a new Pets For […]

Paws In Time Calendar Model Search!

Paws In Time Calendar Model Search!

Do you have what it takes? We’re looking for fun, outgoing individuals to fill the pages of our 2021 Paws in Time Calendar. This year, we’d like to show our appreciation by featuring the incredible people who have worked tirelessly during this pandemic. So if you are or if you know an essential worker who has a passion for animals, follow the submissions guidelines below! 1. Applicants must love animals and be comfortable posing alongside some adorable friends! 2. Applicants must submit a photo as well as a paragraph on how the pandemic has affected them to lwhite@brantcountyspca.com. 3. OR Nominate an outstanding worker in your community by writing us […]