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,…
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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…
Your Pet’s Oral Health is Vital To Their Overall Health
Dental disease in pets can cause serious pain and discomfort, and unfortunately it’s the #1 disease in cats and dogs. Believe it or not, it is estimated that 80% of cats and dogs have some degree of dental disease by the age of three! Periodontal disease, like gingivitis or gum disease, is caused by plaque…
News Release: HSLM Receives $10,000 Grant from PetSmart Charities® of Canada
LONDON, ON – DECEMBER 30, 2020– Humane Society London & Middlesex (HSLM) has received a $10,000 grant from PetSmart Charities of Canada to help prepare more shelter pets in the City of London and Counties of Middlesex, Oxford and Elgin for adoption. With the help of this grant, HSLM will be able to complete spay/neuter…
6 Ways to Help HSLM Shelter Pets This Holiday
1. Financial DonationsMake the Holidays merry and provide hope to a shelter pet. A monetary donation will ensure that the shelter pets have everything they need this holiday season. From nutritional needs to veterinary services, HSLM is entirely dependent on individual and corporate donations to care for over 2,500 pets in your community each year.…
News Release: HSLM Virtual Food Drive
London, ON (November 4, 2020) – With the recent surrender of 88 cats to Humane Society London & Middlesex (HSLM), the shelter is appealing to the community for donations to help replenish their pet food supply. On average, HSLM provides shelter and care to 215 animals on a daily basis. The influx of felines within…
News Release: 88 Cats Surrendered to Humane Society London & Middlesex
On Tuesday, October 20, 2020, Humane Society London & Middlesex received an owner surrender of 88 cats from within our service area. The owner surrendered the animals after the number of cats became overwhelming and unmanageable. Animals were kept in an indoor residential location as well as exterior retrofitted shelters. The responsible decision to surrender…
News Release: HSLM Launches Pet Memorial Platform Sponsored by Memorial & Forest Lawn Funeral Home by Arbor Memorial
London, ON (September 25, 2020) – Humane Society London & Middlesex (HSLM) has launched a Pet Memorial platform sponsored by Memorial & Forest Lawn Funeral Home by Arbor Memorial. “All our staff are animal lovers and we know how difficult it can be to grieve their loss,” says Jennifer Bush, Manager at Memorial & Forest…