In this issue we are excited to share GHS’s new strategic plan 2024-2027 with you. Charting our Future Direction focusses on creating a compassionate community for animals by advancing animal welfare, organizational growth and community engagement. You will also read about some incredible trans...
Read MoreIn this issue we are excited to share GHS’s new strategic plan 2024-2027 with you. Charting our Future Direction focusses on creating a compassionate community for animals by advancing animal welfare, organizational growth and community engagement.
You will also read about some incredible transformations, thanks to you. Garfunkel, a cute little Bichon Frise mix who came to GHS lost and alone in February is now living his best life because of your support. And Daryl’s journey, a story of a loveable young cat that you saved by making his lifesaving surgery possible.
Long time supporters Lisa and Don share their thoughts on why they were inspired to support GHS through our Monthly Giving Super Paws Club. We have also included lots of links to community support opportunities and information about our new GHS Happy Tail Boutique Swag Shop where you can purchase GHS t-shirts, caps, bandanas and more, as well as new and gently used pet products—all profits go to helping animals in need!
In this edition of the Guelph Humane Society's (GHS) Paw Press Newsletter, you will read about Aspen, a German Shepherd that came into care at GHS. Aspen arrived in need of medical attention before she found her perfect match with her adopter, Roger. Discover how this bond served as a source of insp...
Read MoreIn this edition of the Guelph Humane Society's (GHS) Paw Press Newsletter, you will read about Aspen, a German Shepherd that came into care at GHS. Aspen arrived in need of medical attention before she found her perfect match with her adopter, Roger. Discover how this bond served as a source of inspiration for an act of generosity that will help other animals in our care.
Also included in this issue is the story of one of our longtime volunteers, Bob Reinholt, who recently passed away. A cat lover and a dear member of our GHS community, Bob’s final wish was to continue to help care for cats at GHS. Learn how his family has honoured Bob’s memory.
Finally, you will read about our GHS Cares Program and how GHS pop-up no-cost spay/neuter clinics, supported by PetSmart Charities of Canada™ and delivered in partnership with the Ontario Veterinary College’s Kim and Stu Lang Community Healthcare Partnership Program, are creating more equitable and accessible veterinary care for vulnerable pets in Guelph and Wellington County.
Thank you for your ongoing support, and we hope you enjoy this issue of The Paw Press.
Spring 2022 has been full of cats and kittens! In February, we took in 18 Siamese cats from a hoarding situation - followed by 20+ cats in another hoarding-type of environment. Those cats we named the "gem" cats, and named them all after gemstones. Kitten season also began early this year, and by Ma...
Read MoreSpring 2022 has been full of cats and kittens! In February, we took in 18 Siamese cats from a hoarding situation - followed by 20+ cats in another hoarding-type of environment. Those cats we named the "gem" cats, and named them all after gemstones. Kitten season also began early this year, and by March we already had several litters of kittens in our care.
The bunny crisis continues in 2022, with more bunnies than ever coming into our care. GHS ran a very successful bunny promotion in February, and again in April. Between the two months we were able to find homes for 30 bunnies in our community!
You can read all about these stories in our Spring 2022 Paw Press newsletter, plus learn about the newlyweds who adopted a cat cage at GHS as a wedding present to each other.
Welcome to 2022! Coming up in March, we will be celebrating ONE YEAR in our new home at 190 Hanlon Creek Blvd. In this edition of The Paw Press we will take a look back at the record number of wildlife we helped care for in 2021, plus recap the success of the #BettyWhiteChallenge. You'll meet Ali...
Read MoreWelcome to 2022! Coming up in March, we will be celebrating ONE YEAR in our new home at 190 Hanlon Creek Blvd. In this edition of The Paw Press we will take a look back at the record number of wildlife we helped care for in 2021, plus recap the success of the #BettyWhiteChallenge.
You'll meet Alice and her four kittens (born in our care in January), plus you will love reading about Alectra's #HappyTail.
And our cover story: after seven years as Executive Director of the Guelph Humane Society, Adrienne McBride is stepping away from the organization. She has accepted a newly created Senior Director role with the BC SPCA.
For all of these stories (and more!), check out our Winter 2022 Paw Press.
The Fall 2021 Paw Press highlights the GHS "There's No Place Like Home" 50/50 Lottery and Variety Show. On November 4th, GHS will be broadcasting LIVE from our new home at 190 Hanlon Creek Blvd. Be sure to tune into Rogers tv (or stream from their website) from 7p-9p, and get immersed in our world a...
Read MoreThe Fall 2021 Paw Press highlights the GHS "There's No Place Like Home" 50/50 Lottery and Variety Show. On November 4th, GHS will be broadcasting LIVE from our new home at 190 Hanlon Creek Blvd. Be sure to tune into Rogers tv (or stream from their website) from 7p-9p, and get immersed in our world at the shelter. We can't wait for you to see all of the fun segments we have planned.
Also in this issue, we introduce you to the new GHS Directors, including new Chair of the Board, Meaghan Middleton. We look at the first-ever cross border animal transfer in GHS history (we took in six dogs from Texas!). And we take a look back at some of the amazing community and fundraising events that took place this summer, including our (Bad) Pet Portraits fundraiser.
With the warmer weather, our construction crews have been able to continue on the construction and landscaping OUTSIDE of our new building. Every day things look different at 190 Hanlon Creek Blvd! Our pollinator gardens have been planted, along with native trees - and the outdoor dog runs are neari...
Read MoreWith the warmer weather, our construction crews have been able to continue on the construction and landscaping OUTSIDE of our new building. Every day things look different at 190 Hanlon Creek Blvd! Our pollinator gardens have been planted, along with native trees - and the outdoor dog runs are nearing completion.
In this newsletter, we announce a brand-new event: a two-hour live broadcast on Rogers tv! On November 4th, GHS will be hosting a televised variety show LIVE from our new building. You won't want to miss it!
Also in this issue: our summer Critter Camp is running in-person again! It's been a busy season for kittens and wildlife, our second online 50/50 Lottery wrapped up and raised over $37,000, we found homes for 52 rats...and so much more!
We officially moved into our new home at 190 Hanlon Creek Blvd. on March 5th! This issue of our quarterly newsletter focusses on the move, as well as our first two months working in the new building. Also in this issue: some well deserved #HappyTails (Ginny, Pixie), the winner of our first-ever o...
Read MoreWe officially moved into our new home at 190 Hanlon Creek Blvd. on March 5th! This issue of our quarterly newsletter focusses on the move, as well as our first two months working in the new building.
Also in this issue: some well deserved #HappyTails (Ginny, Pixie), the winner of our first-ever online 50/50 lottery, a generous gift from the Millages, roaming cats, and a look at some of our upcoming events!
While the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact operations at GHS this winter, construction on our new building at 190 Hanlon Creek Blvd moves forward! This issue highlights the progress made at our new facility, as well as memories made at current building (500 Wellington). January 22 marked ONE...
Read MoreWhile the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact operations at GHS this winter, construction on our new building at 190 Hanlon Creek Blvd moves forward! This issue highlights the progress made at our new facility, as well as memories made at current building (500 Wellington).
January 22 marked ONE YEAR since GHS took in 105 cats from one home, so we take a look back at that event. And we have good news about Jesse the beagle, who was in our care for over a year. Jesse has found his #HappyTail, and we have some cute photos of Jesse in his new home.
Read about those stories, plus creative donations we received in 2020, in our Winter 2021 Paw Press.