We celebrated Pride at @pridetoronto street fair all weekend! 🌈Church Street between Carlton St and Wood St was buzzing with joy and love. Here are a few photos from the weekend—we hope you had as much fun as we did!
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Golf and Give Back! ⛳🐱 🐶
Join us for a day of golf and compassion at the Humane Open golf tournament on September 17th! Whether you're a seasoned golfer or a newbie, your participation helps animals in need. Form a foursome or sign up as an individual. Sponsorship opportunities available. Let's make a difference together!
Sign up today at www.humaneopen.ca and save the date to hit the green at the Angus Glen Golf Club in Markham, Ontario.
YOU can make a difference! 🐾 Toronto Humane Society is more than an animal shelter—we're committed to reducing pet homelessness, providing accessible care, and strengthening the human-animal bond. Help us keep animals healthy and ensure they enjoy a better life with their loving guardians.
👉 Donate today: torontohumanesociety.com/donate
🐶 Elevate your dog's manners with our Polite Family Dog Advanced Manners class!
Join Stephanie Tran, CPDT-KA, CTDI, KPA-CTP, Certified Animal Trainer, for an engaging 6-week course starting July 7th (excluding August 4th) at 2 pm. Perfect for refining your dog's etiquette, whether at home or out in the world.
What your dog will achieve:
🐾 Polite greetings without table surfing
🐾 Calm interactions with guests and neighbhours
🐾 Focus and control around distractions
This class, based on the Canine Good Neighbour test, builds on foundational skills using positive reinforcement techniques. Prerequisite: Foundation Skills.
📅 6 classes are $156. Secure your spot today and pave the way for a well-mannered family companion! /training
Lost Pet Prevention Month: Microchip Your Pets!
July is National Lost Pet Prevention Month, losing a pet can be traumatic, but microchipping can help. Microchips are tiny, grain-sized devices implanted under your pet's skin, encoded with a unique number linked to your contact info. If your pet gets lost, any vet or shelter can scan the chip and contact you.
Papa's Story:
Papa, a 10-year-old Chihuahua, ran away during a fireworks display. Despite posters and social media efforts, he was missing for 14 days until a shelter scanned his microchip and reunited him with his family. "Having him microchipped saved his life – and mine," shared Hannah, his pet parent.
Microchip your pets to keep them safe and reunite more lost pets with their families!
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Learn more: /pet-microchipping-preventing-lost-pets-from-entering-the-shelter-system/
Please note that all of our public programs, including adoption services, animal viewing, the Pet Food Bank, and Public Veterinary Services, will be closed on July 1st in observance of Canada Day. We will resume our services schedule on Tuesday, July 2nd.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause in advance. Thank you for your understanding.
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Cat available for adoption: Jimmy, male, 6 years old
Adoptable Animal Presented by Amazon: Bailey
With a big personality and an even bigger heart, Bailey just may be your new best friend.
What's not to love about Bailey? He is handsome, has house manners, can be independent, and is excited to play with other dogs! Bailey's everlasting companionship is not a question of possibility, but rather who will be the lucky one to invite this sweetheart into their life?
While he's working towards being the best boy he can be, he's still getting over the hurdle of being comfortable in new environments. The best way to help Bailey is to be patient with him and help pair positive experiences (such as giving him his favourite treats) with being in new environments.
Because Bailey is a playful, energetic dog, he would be happy to have a canine sibling in his forever home. He is very forward when he plays, so having a dog that can match his energy levels would be ideal. He is respectful of children so long as they understand his strength.
Bailey would do well in a home that is willing to take him outdoors for exploration and exercise. Whether it be backyard zoomies, or trailblazing during a hike, Bailey is your go-to outdoor enthusiast!
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Visit us at 11 River Street to start the adoption process. Any questions can be sent to adoption@torontohumanesociety.com
Toronto Humane Society’s Urgent Care foster program stands as a beacon of hope and support for individuals navigating crisis situations, offering a lifeline for their beloved animal companions. From housing instability to fleeing interpersonal violence or undergoing healthcare treatments, the program extends a compassionate hand to those in need, preserving the invaluable human-animal bond.
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Want to support our mission? Donate today: Torontohumanesociety.com/Donate
#HappyTails Presented by ROYALE®: Hank
Thought it was about time to update you all on your fellow cutie Hank, previously named Otter!
3 months ago, our lives became 728383x more magical when we brought our good boy home to give him a safe and loving place to recover from all his ailments.
Who once used to be a doorway hating doggo is now a confident, loving, respectful boy who is living the high life on Queen’s Quay!
He is walking excellently on leash we barely have to hold it at this point. He loves attention and affection from both humans and other dogs. Making new friends is one of his favourite things to do!
He is officially crate trained too! He loves to snuggle into his “house” while we are at work, but Lauren looks forward to coming home on some of her lunches to a happy boy and a VERY waggy tail.
We can’t thank you all enough for helping us through this life-changing process. What was lifelike before Hank?
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If you would like to share your Happy Tail on our website and social media, please send us a photos and story at happytails@torontohumanesociety.com.
🌟Is your dog struggling with frustration and leash reactivity? Our specialized training class is here to help!
Designed for dogs who get overwhelmed around triggers like other dogs, our small group sessions provide a supportive environment with visual barriers and controlled distances to keep your pup calm and focused. We'll teach essential skills such as calm alternatives to lunging, focus exercises, and impulse control techniques, alongside effective management strategies for success.
📅 Class takes place on Wednesdays from July 3 to August 7 at 1:30pm with Claire Blumenthal, CPDT-KA, Senior Certified Animal Trainer
🐾 6 classes for $196
🌟 Subsidized rates are also available for individuals receiving ODSP, GIS, OW, CPP-D, or CIS. Reach out to publictraining@torontohumanesociety.com to learn more.
Don't wait to help your dog overcome these challenges. Sign up today and watch them grow into a confident, well-behaved companion! /training
Keeping Your Pets Safe and Calm During Fireworks 🎇🐾
Fireworks can be exciting for us but terrifying for our pets. Loud noises, bright lights, and unfamiliar smells can trigger fear and stress, potentially leading to escape attempts, injuries, or health issues. As pet parents, it’s crucial to ensure our pets remain safe and comfortable during fireworks displays or celebrations. From creating a safe space and providing distractions for dogs to offering hiding places and cozy environments for cats, there are many ways to help our furry friends stay calm. We even have tips for small domestic animals. Learn more about tailored safety tips for each species and general advice for all pets.
Read the full article: /keeping-your-pets-safe-and-calm-during-fireworks/
