Notice:
Our upcoming “Fall Pet Fair” has been canceled due to inclement weather. We will notify you of the new date as soon as possible. Thank you for your patience, and stay safe!
Notice:
Our upcoming “Fall Pet Fair” has been canceled due to inclement weather. We will notify you of the new date as soon as possible. Thank you for your patience, and stay safe!
The Charlie Fund is a lifeline for animals in need of urgent or specialized medical care at the Humane Society of Oakville, Milton & Halton. Thanks to this fund, pets facing injury, illness, or extraordinary circumstances get a second chance at life. Every contribution helps turn hardship into healing.
The fund began in 1985, when a Border Collie named Charlie arrived at the shelter with a severely injured leg that couldn’t be saved. A special fundraising campaign covered the cost of his surgery, and with the community’s support, Charlie recovered and went on to live a long, happy life in a new home.
What started with one dog’s journey has grown into a lifesaving tradition. For 40 years, the Charlie Fund has provided emergency medical care for animals in crisis, expanding from just a handful of cases each year to more than 100 annually.
Charlotte was found outside as a six-month-old kitten with an old, improperly healed fracture in her back leg that required surgery. Her recovery was challenging, with frequent splint adjustments and sedation needed to keep her from moving too much. With time, Charlotte’s leg finally healed and she found a family to call her own.
Simba arrived with severe dental disease and painful ear infections caused by yeast and bacteria. He also needed to lose weight. He received medication and treatment for his ears before undergoing a dental procedure, where numerous damaged teeth were extracted. Simba has since been adopted and settled happily into his new home.
Lulu came to HSOMH needing serious dental care. She had significant tartar and was missing several teeth. During her spay and dental procedure, multiple teeth were extracted, including a retained tooth with a dentigerous cyst. After recovering from her procedures, Lulu healed well and was ready to begin a new chapter with her adoptive family.
Tulip was surrendered to HSOMH with a severely broken leg. Her family loved her but could not afford the emergency treatment she needed. Veterinary assessment determined the injury was too severe to repair, so amputation was necessary. Tulip recovered and was adopted by a staff member at HSOMH.
Giving to the Charlie Fund provides urgent care and hope for animals who need it most. Donate today to continue Charlie’s legacy.
