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Dog Park Etiquette
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Tips to Get the Most Out of Your Visit While dog parks are a great way to help your pup socialize and burn off some energy, they can sometimes be sites of trouble. Below, we’ve outlined some rules all owners should follow in order to make the best of the experience for both you and […]
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Leashes by the Lake presented by Freedom Mobile at Lakeshore Mimico
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Thank you for making Leashes by the Lake a success! The 9th annual Leashes by the Lake on September 21st was an overwhelming success! Mother Nature was on our side as the sun was shining and we had one last taste of summer weather for our Pet Fest and Walk-a-thon. We were so thrilled to […]
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Student Volunteer Opportunities
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If you’re in grades 7-12 and looking for an animal-related volunteer opportunity, Etobicoke Humane Society has a Student Volunteer Program that you can participate in! The program offers a variety of different opportunities to get your required 40 volunteer hours and help cats and dogs in need. Details on the Student Volunteer Program can be […]
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Call For Volunteers
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We need your help! Volunteers needed! Do you love animals? Do you have 3-4 hours a week available? The Etobicoke Humane Society is currently looking to fill several volunteer positions:   Cat Team: Cat Adoption Coordinator Cat Foster Team: Cat Foster Coordinator Assistant Foster Cat Manager Marketing, PR & Fundraising Team: Event Manager Grant Writer Content Manager […]
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Hoarding
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Cat hoarding: what can happen when pets aren’t spayed or neutered Written by Tori Gass Saturday, March 30 was a busy day for EHS volunteers. We were called in to help with an urgent rescue operation involving more than 100 kittens and adult cats living in the same home. By the end of the day […]
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Rubbing You The Wrong Way: Addressing Your Cat's Most Common Bad Habits
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Written by: Chris Poupart For many people, cats are the perfect pet. Playful, curious, affectionate — our feline friends have a lot to offer. Some cats, however, develop habits that can test the patience of their owners. Identifying and addressing the root causes of these issues can make our furry companions much easier to live with. […]
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How To Deal With Dog Behaviour Issues
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Written by: Chris Poupart We all love our dogs, but many of our four-legged friends develop behavioural issues that can be annoying, destructive, or even dangerous to themselves and others. Luckily, many of these behaviours can be minimized or eliminated with training or by managing your dog’s environment. Here are four of the most common […]
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Adele's Kittens
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All Wrapped Up & Ready For a Foster or Adopter! Photo credit: Melanie Krug This Holiday season, Skylar, Daphne and Laylah are wishing only for a home of their own! These adorable, 8 month old kittens are a special trio, found abandoned on a rural property at 7 weeks. Barely surviving on their own, they […]
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Holiday Entertaining and Pet Safety
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By Stephanie Konczarek Entertaining during the holiday season is about creating wonderful memories—not to mention, having a great time with your nearest and dearest. Holiday parties can also bring a lot of temptations for your pets. This is a busy time and can be quite hectic with the planning, prepping and having visitors and guests […]
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Pet-Proofing Your Home for the Holidays
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Written by Stephanie Konczarek The holiday season is upon us and it’s the perfect time for pet parents to give some special thought to keeping our furry companions happy and safe from harmful items. Nothing is cuter than having your pets pose in front of a decorated Christmas tree for those perfect Instagram pics. But sometimes […]
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IMPORTANT: Our shelter is temporarily closed. Our volunteers and animals look forward to welcoming you back in the near future. If you have questions or interest in any of the animals in our care please use our contact form.

Office Hours

Weekdays | 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Weekends | 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Cat Drop In Visiting Hours

Weekdays| 10:00 am – 11:30 am & 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Weekends | 2 pm – 6 pm

*All other visits are by appointment only
*No visitors permitted for Kittens from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

DOGS: Visits with dogs are by appointment only. Please fill out an application for the dog that you are interested in and an EHS representative will contact you.
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