Winter Pet Safety: What Every Pet Owner Needs to Know as Temperatures Drop
With winter weather settling in and colder days ahead, the Humane Society of Oakville, Milton & Halton is reminding pet owners to take extra care to keep their pets safe. Cold weather can be hard on animals especially those who are young, senior, short-coated, or managing health issues. A good rule of thumb is: if […]
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 […]
Summer safety tips
As the warm weather arrives, it’s important to be mindful of the risks the heat can pose to our dogs. However you and your dogs plan on spending the summer, make safety a priority by remembering these tips. Veterinary Visits Keeping your pet’s vaccines up to date is important year-round, but warmer weather brings more […]
Cat Enrichment: Why it’s important and how you can enhance your feline’s life
While we all strive to give our furry friends the best lives possible, there are always ways to improve their happiness, physical health, mental health, and overall quality of life. Healthy and happy cats tend to have fewer behavioural issues, develop stronger relationships with their human companions, and live longer lives. At OMHS, we provide […]
Protecting your dog from ticks and fleas
With temperatures and grass growing, so does the risk of your pets getting ticks and fleas. These little pests carry and transmit diseases to your pets or cause other conditions like anemia or infection, which can lead to serious complications or death if left untreated. By regularly using preventative treatments, you can protect your furry […]
