Humane Society of Oakville, Milton & Halton Receives Transformative $10 Million Gift from Philanthropist and Longtime Supporter Klaus Bytzek
The Humane Society of Oakville, Milton & Halton (HSOMH) is thrilled to announce a transformative $10 million gift from longtime supporter Klaus Bytzek. This landmark donation will support pets and the people who love them across the community for generations to come. Mr. Bytzek has been a dedicated supporter of the shelter for many years, […]
Keeping Pets Safe on Halloween
As Halloween approaches, many of us are eager to enjoy the costumes, decorations, and treats that make the season so much fun. But for our pets, all that excitement can be a little overwhelming, and sometimes even dangerous. A few simple precautions can help make sure your furry family members have a safe and stress-free […]
Just Don’t Do It: The Dangers of Pets and Hot Cars
As warm temperatures continue this summer, the Oakville & Milton Humane Society continues to spread awareness about the dangers of leaving pets unattended in vehicles. Even on mild days, with the car parked in the shade and the windows down, parked cars can quickly reach deadly temperatures. The dangers of leaving a pet in a […]
Celebrating 25 Years of the Patch Challenge!
We are excited to announce that on the 25th Anniversary of the Patch Challenge, $25,000 was raised to support Patch Program and the animals at the shelter. That brings the total amount raised over the past 25 years to more than $358,000! A huge thank you to retired Lexus of Oakville owner Frank Apa and the […]
Celebrating 40 Years of the Charlie Fund: A Lifeline for Animals in Need
For 40 years, the Charlie Fund has been at the heart of the Oakville & Milton Humane Society (OMHS), providing emergency and specialized medical care to homeless animals who arrive at the shelter in crisis. Created in 1985 to save one injured dog, the fund has since helped thousands of animals with complex health needs […]
OMHS Pit Bull Heads West After 257 Days in Shelter
After spending 257 days in the care of the Oakville & Milton Humane Society (OMHS), a gentle and affectionate pit bull-type dog named Bella is finally getting her second chance more than 3,000 kilometres away. On June 25, Bella flew to Alberta, where she will be placed for adoption through the Calgary Humane Society. Bella […]
OMHS Holds Spay/Neuter Clinic Thanks to Virox Technologies
On June 12, the Oakville & Milton Humane Society welcomed back our spay/neuter clinic, generously funded by Virox Technologies. This marked our third such clinic and brought the total number of cats and kittens spayed or neutered through this program to 47. At last week’s clinic, 11 cats and kittens received spay or neuter surgery, […]
June is Adopt-a-Cat Month – Find Your New Feline Friend!
June is Adopt-a-Cat Month, a time when animal shelters everywhere are full of kittens and cats looking for loving homes, and the Oakville & Milton Humane Society (OMHS) is no exception! Kitten season is in full swing, and the shelter is seeing an influx of kittens who need families to call their own. If you’re […]
Spring Wildlife Prevention Checklist
As spring arrives in Oakville and Milton, the warmer weather signals more than just blooming flowers and longer days—it’s also prime time for local wildlife to become active. Animals such as raccoons, squirrels, skunks, and birds emerge from winter survival mode and begin seeking food, shelter, and nesting sites. For homeowners, this season of renewal […]
Lisa Studnicki Hunt: A Legacy of Love and Compassion for Animals
As we celebrate Leave a Legacy Month this May, we’re inspired by the generosity of individuals like Lisa Studnicki Hunt, who has made a powerful commitment to support the Humane Society of Oakville, Milton & Halton (HSOMH) through a gift in her Will. Lisa’s journey with OMHS has been a personal one, marked by her […]
