As the total solar eclipse approaches on Monday, April 8th, pet owners throughout The City of Brantford & Brant County many pet owners are wondering, “will the eclipse affect my pet?” For the most part, the answer is no. It’s no different than any other day for them. On a normal day, your pets don’t try to look at the sun, so on this day, there is no reason to expect that they will do anything different. The primary concerns for your pet’s well-being during an eclipse may actually stem from human-related activities surrounding the event. The Brant County SPCA offers the following tips to prioritizing your pets’ safety and […]
We are delighted to bring you the sweetest news of the season – Cupcake Day is back at the Brant County SPCA! Your participation not only satisfies your sweet tooth, but also goes a long way in supporting the Brant County SPCA’s mission. Every dollar you donate contributes to the well-being of the animals under our care, fostering a brighter future for them. Host a Cupcake Day Party! Bake a difference and host your very own Cupcake Day Party. Send an email to jrienties@brantcountyspca.com and we’ll send you a Host Kit with everything you need to make your event a success. Cupcake Day parties are great at for friends/family, workplaces, schools, and […]
Every January, pet owners and dog lovers come together to celebrate “National Train Your Dog Month.” This initiative aims to raise awareness about the importance of proper training for dogs and highlights the countless benefits that come with a well-trained canine companion. If you’ve recently welcomed a furry friend into your home or are looking to enhance your dog’s skills, now is the perfect time to dive into obedience training. Here’s a guide to help you get started: Understand the Basics Before you begin any training regimen, familiarize yourself with the fundamental principles of dog training. Dogs are creatures of habit, and consistency is key. Understand that training requires patience, […]
Our Fospice program is perhaps one of the most rewarding programs we offer at the Brant County SPCA. It places animals who are terminally ill in incredible homes to live out their golden days. It takes a special type of person to take on a Fospice animal, and we are extremely thankful for the incredible people who come forward to provide care for the animals who need it most. Animals like Vinny and Boof. From Vinny’s Fospice Family: For those of you following his journey, our sweet Vinny passed away on May 1st, 2023. I have never known a dog who had such a profound impact on others in such […]
When: Sunday September 10th 2023 Time: 12:00pm- 4:00pm Location: Boys and Girls Club in Brantford (2 Edge St, Brantford, ON N3T 6H1) Register here: Giving For the Love of Animals – Brant County SPCA Event Tickets, Sun, 10 Sep 2023 at 12:00 PM | Eventbrite Returning this fall, The Brant County SPCA is hosting our annual Open House for our supporters, adopters and the community to attend, bring your pet, indulge in a complimentary BBQ, and enjoy an afternoon of fun. This year, the event location will be a little different – we are hosting a larger event on Sunday September 10th 12:00pm- 4:00pm at the Boys and Girls Club in Brantford […]
Doug is reunited with Cheeco, Shyanne and Buddy When you meet Doug, you can see how much he loves his animals. It’s written all over his face. Doug’s dogs are his best friends – and they show their love for him with their constant tail-wagging and cuddles. Doug is one of our Pets for Life clients. He has three long-haired Chihuahuas; Shyanne and Cheeco are parents to Buddy. Through our Pets for Life program at Winston Court, an affordable housing complex in Brantford, our Wellness Clinic team was able to assess Doug’s dogs, and give them the care they needed. All three dogs were spayed and neutered and Cheeco’s ears were treated […]
Expawsitor Spring Newsletter Enjoy this heart-warming story Doug and his three dogs. Doug could only take the time to care for his own health when he knew his three furry family members were safe and looked after. Thanks to your kind and generous support programs that help animals in need like, Pets for Life, and H.O.P.E., keep pets and their families together. To read Doug’s story, and other tail-wagging updates, please find your Spring Expawsitor Newsletter. Programs like Pets for Life, H.O.P.E and many others are only possible because of your generous support. As you spend more time outdoors with your pets and loved ones this Spring, please consider making […]