Black cats come in all shapes and sizes, with all different kinds of personalities just like other cats. But they’re less likely to get adopted because of their colour. We saw this happen first hand when we helped with a hoarding situation in March of 2019. We took in 41 cats from the home, and […]
Cats don’t always like to do what they’re told, so when it comes to getting them into a carrier, it’s not an easy task. As an animal rescue, we often have to get scared, sick and traumatized cats into carriers – usually for vet visits – and we’ve developed a few tricks over the years. […]
This month we are excited to celebrate our amazing volunteer, Rachael Simpson. Rachael has been with EHS since 2017 and makes a big contribution to the shelter. We can’t thank her enough for all her hard work and dedication. Check out our interview with Rachael below! How did you hear about EHS? I found […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
