GUELPH, ON (April 2, 2025). — With the arrival of spring, Canada geese are returning to nest in familiar spots across Guelph — from grassy boulevards and park edges to unexpected places like parking lots and building entrances. As the season unfolds, the Guelph Humane Society (GHS) is encouraging the community to take a moment to notice, and appreciate, the wild lives that quietly share our city.
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GUELPH, ON. (March 25, 2025) — Pets are family, and can bring hope, companionship and unconditional love to their people. Adopting a pet in need of a home can bring joy to people and also impact communities, alleviating strain on overcrowded shelters. That’s why the Guelph Humane Society (GHS) will be on site for same day adoptions at PetSmart, 183 Silvercreek Pkwy North, March 24 – 30, 2025 for PetSmart Charities of Canada® National Adoption Week. GHS aims to find homes for 15 cats during the event. (more…)
GUELPH, ON. (March 21, 2025) — The Guelph Humane Society (GHS) is working to keep pets safe by offering a low-cost microchip clinic on Saturday, March 29, to help make it easier to bring lost pets back home. (more…)
GUELPH, ON (February 16, 2025) – The Guelph Humane Society (GHS) Our office will be closed to the public at noon today, Sunday, February 16th, until further notice, due to the excessive snow in our area. For the safety of our animals, staff, and the public please do not visit 190 Hanlon Creek Blvd. (more…)
GUELPH, ON (February 13, 2025) – The Guelph Humane Society (GHS) Our offices are CLOSED to the public until further notice due to the excessive snow in our area. For the safety of our animals, staff, and the public please do not visit 190 Hanlon Creek Blvd. (more…)
GUELPH, ON (February 5, 2025) – The Guelph Humane Society (GHS) is bringing back its popular Valentine’s Day initiative, Cupid’s Treats for Furry Feets, for a second year. After raising $9,000 in its inaugural effort, GHS hopes to surpass that goal in 2025, spreading even more love to the animals in its care.
GUELPH, ON (January 20, 2025) With freezing temperatures and harsh weather conditions, it can be dangerous and even life-threatening for our furry companions to be outdoors. It’s important to take extra care of pets during the colder months to protect their health and well-being.
GUELPH, ON (November 29, 2024) — Donations made to the Guelph Humane Society will be doubled until midnight December 3rd, which is known as Giving Tuesday.
Guelph, ON (November 12, 2024) – The Guelph Humane Society (GHS) is thrilled to announce this year’s Happy Tails Gala raised more than $150,000 net to support vulnerable animals in Guelph and Wellington County. The annual event, proudly presented by returning title sponsor Speedy Auto Service Guelph, was held on November 2nd and brought together 300 animal lovers, supporters, and community partners in a celebration of compassion, resilience, and hope for a more humane future.
GUELPH, ON (August 9, 2024) — The Guelph Humane Society (GHS) is thrilled to announce the return of its signature event, the Happy Tails Gala, on Saturday, November 2, 2024. This year’s theme, “There’s No Place Like Home,” promises an enchanting evening for all attendees.