Humane Society London & Middlesex (HSLM) hosted a groundbreaking ceremony to launch a $10 million capital campaign to construct a comprehensive Animal Campus. Thanks to a very generous contribution from Old Oak Properties, the new HSLM building will be named Old Oak Animal Campus. The facility will offer 37,000 sq ft of space, a significant…
Volunteering is Empathy in Action
Humane Society London and Middlesex are incredibly grateful for all of our volunteers. We recognize National Volunteer Week, to celebrate their dedication and love towards our organization! Each of our 250+ volunteers brings a unique and special character to our mission of leading London & Middlesex in building a humane and compassionate community for all…
News Release: Humane Society London & Middlesex (HSLM) Progressive Jackpot reaches over $150,000!
HSLM’s Catch the Ace fundraiser has exceeded over $150,000 in their progressive jackpot and the Ace of Spades is still hiding! We are into Week 27 of Catch the Ace and now is the chance to WIN and support the Humane Society where net proceeds will help to provide care and shelter to surrendered pets…
Do Rabbits Make Good Pets?
Rabbits are intelligent, social animals. When given love and attention, they make affectionate and rewarding family pets. That said, children should not be expected to look after a rabbit without parental help, as these pets can suffer injuries when mishandled. Rabbits should only be lifted with their weight fully supported, never by the scruff of…
The Value of One, The Power of Many
Humane Society London and Middlesex are incredibly grateful for all of our volunteers. We recognize National Volunteer Week, to celebrate their dedication and love towards our organization! Each of our 300+ volunteers brings a unique and special character to our mission of leading London & Middlesex in building a humane and compassionate community for all…
April is Heartworm Awareness Month
With Summer approaching, it is time again for pet owners to be mindful of the fact that their pets are easy targets for mosquitos. Both dogs and cats are at risk of contracting heartworm disease from a single mosquito bite, which can have fatal consequences. Transmission of heartworm disease takes place when your pet is…
COVID-19 Demand For Dogs: Making Responsible & Humane Choices
Throughout COVID-19, the demand for pets, specifically puppies and dogs, has steadily grown. We have seen this demand firsthand at our shelter; the influx of interested adopters contacting the shelter and submitting online adoption applications has been constant throughout the last year. What has caused this dramatic increase in demand for puppies and dogs? Essentially,…
World Spay Day: The Importance of Spaying & Neutering Rabbits
As fur-parents we want the best for our pets, including their longevity and overall health. Spay and neuter surgeries go beyond controlling the pet population but also benefits animal health. According to The Humane Society of the USA, rabbits reproduce at a higher and more frequent rate than cats and dogs. The importance of spay…