October 1, 2021
NEWS RELEASE: “There’s No Place Like Home” for the Guelph Humane Society
GUELPH, ON (October 1, 2021) – The Guelph Humane Society (GHS) has launched its third 50/50 lottery today, and it’s expected to be their biggest yet. Compared to the spring and summer GHS lotteries, the “There’s No Place Like Home” 50/50 Lottery is different in two ways: (more…)
August 11, 2021
Get your very own (Bad) Pet Portraits!
(Bad) Pet Portraits is a brand new GHS fundraising event! Between August 4th and August 27th you can have your pet drawn by a member of our Board of Directors. Are they professional artists? Nope. But that’s what makes it so fun! Submit a photo of your pet online, and get a digital copy of a hand-drawn portrait emailed back to you – so you can share the unique piece of art with family and friends online! Plus…100% of the proceeds go directly towards the animals in our care.
April 29, 2021
LAST DAY – 2022 GHS Calendar Contest
THE FINAL DAY FOR THE CALENDAR CONTEST IS HERE!
Contest closes tonight at 8pm!
Share with friends and family through your social media! Donations made in support of an animal are valued at one vote for every $1.00 donated. Those who donate $20.00 or more will receive a tax-receipt
The Top 12 pets with the highest votes ($1=1 vote) will win a spot in our 2022 calendar. The pet with the most votes will also get the front cover image of the calendar!
The 12 winners with the highest number of votes will be asked to bring their pet to the Guelph Humane Society, 190 Hanlon Creek Blvd., Guelph, ON, in order to have their pictures taken on Saturday, June 12th by Laura Wombwell Photography. A backup date for the photoshoot will be Saturday July 10. (due to COVID-19, this date may be subject to change). Please ensure you are available for this date prior to entering, or email events@guelphhumane.ca if you have concerns.
*WE WILL BE UPDATING AS PER COVID-19 UPDATES.
December 15, 2020
NEWS RELEASE: Help the Guelph Humane Society get 40 animals home for the holidays
GUELPH, ON (December 15, 2020) – The Guelph Humane Society (GHS) is hoping to get as many animals home for the holidays as possible. With as many as 40 animals either up for adoption, or soon to be up for adoption, there are cats, dogs, geckos and bunnies looking to spend their first happy holiday with their new family – with the hope of many more happy moments to come.
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March 27, 2020
LAST DAY – 2021 GHS Calendar Contest
THE FINAL DAY FOR THE CALENDAR CONTEST IS HERE!
Contest closes tonight at 8pm!
Share with friends and family through your social media! Donations made in support of an animal are valued at one vote for every $1.00 donated. Those who donate $20.00 or more will receive a tax-receipt
The Top 12 pets with the highest votes ($1=1 vote) will win a spot in our 2021 calendar. The pet with the most votes will also get the front cover image of the calendar!
The 12 winners with the highest number of votes will be asked to bring their pet to the Guelph Humane Society, 500 Wellington St. W., Guelph, ON, in order to have their pictures taken on Saturday, June 13th by Nicole Buzzing Photography (due to COVID-19, this date may be subject to change). Please ensure you are available for this date prior to entering, or email events@guelphhumane.ca if you have concerns.
*WE WILL BE UPDATING AS PER COVID-19 UPDATES.
2021 GHS Calendar Contest (COMPLETED!)
THE GHS CALENDAR CONTEST IS COMPLETED!
Stay tuned for our 2021 calendars coming on sale this fall!
The calendar contest is an exciting way to celebrate your amazing pet while fundraising for the most vulnerable animals in our community.
Here’s how to get started:
1) Take a clear photo of your pet. Check out our photo taking tips HERE.
2) Write a fun, short bio sharing what your pet means to you and your family.
3) Go to 2021 GHS Calendar Contest website and register your pet. There is registration fee of $20 to kick start your voting ($1 = 1 vote). All funds raised in the calendar contest will go towards the highest priority needs at GHS. Before entering you pet make sure you read the contest rules HERE.
4) Share your contest page with friends and family through your social media channels! Donations made in support of an animal are valued at one vote for every $1.00 donated. Those who donate $20.00 or more will receive a tax-receipt.
5) The Top 12 pets with the highest number of votes will win a spot in our 2021 calendar. The pet with the most votes will win the front cover image of the calendar & a GHS prize pack!
6) The contest runs all of April!
Contest Opens: Thurs. Apr. 2, 9am. Register online.
Contest Closes: Thus. Apr. 30, 8pm
Winning photos will be taken Saturday, June 13th by Nicole Buzzing Photography (due to COVID-19, this date may be subject to change). Please ensure you are available for this date prior to entering, or email events@guelphhumane.ca if you have concerns.
*WE WILL BE UPDATING AS PER COVID-19 UPDATES.
February 27, 2020
CANCELLED – Adoption Event – PetSmart BIG National Adoption Weekend
Join the Guelph Humane Society at PetSmart for an Adoption Event! Our Adoption Coordinator will be on-site today 11am – 3pm.
Swing on by PetSmart, located at 183 Silvercreek Pkwy N. Your new best friend could be waiting for you!
CANCELLED – Adoption Event – PetSmart BIG National Adoption Weekend
Join the Guelph Humane Society at PetSmart for an Adoption Event! Our Adoption Coordinator will be on-site today 11am – 4pm.
Swing on by PetSmart, located at 183 Silvercreek Pkwy N. Your new best friend could be waiting for you!