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OMHS in the Community

Come visit, support and learn more about OMHS at these events in the community! See what's happening soon.

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2023 impact report

The 2023 OMHS Impact Report is here! Read all about shelter activities and the impact you've had on the community here.

Pet Food Bank

Preserving the memories: pet cemetery excavation

Read our FAQ about the excavation of the OMHS Pet Cemetery here.

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Get Your Dog Licence Online!

A dog licence is your best insurance for the safe and quick return of your family member. It also makes your dog instantly identifiable to anyone who may come across your pet and helps avoid the daily boarding charge. Best of all, a lost licensed dog will likely be at the shelter for just hours, not days. Learn more.

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Small is Beautiful!

Our rabbits, guinea pigs, rats, birds and hamsters may be small, but the love they provide is big! We have an abundance of smaller animals, especially rabbits, who are looking for their forever families. Click here to find your ideal companion.

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Before Surrendering Your Pet

The decision to give up a companion animal is a difficult one. Before making the decision to give up your pet, review our Pet Resource Guide on the options available. Learn more here.

Available Services

Pet Cremation

Cremation services are available again at OMHS by appointment only, during regular business hours.

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lost & found

We are dedicated to helping lost pets be reunited with their families. If you have lost or found a pet it is important that you report it to us right away.

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dog licences

All dogs must be licensed in the Town of Oakville. Licences are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase and not specific to a calendar year.

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Recent News

Celebrating our 2024 Volunteer Award Winners

Celebrating our 2024 Volunteer Award Winners

Volunteers are essential to the Oakville & Milton Humane Society’s (OMHS) success, with dedicated individuals working tirelessly to support our mission to improve the lives of animals in our community. OMHS’ fifth annual Community Awards Celebration was held on...

Summer safety tips

Summer safety tips

As the warm weather arrives, it's important to be mindful of the risks the heat can pose to our dogs. However you and your dogs plan on spending the summer, make safety a priority by remembering these tips. Veterinary Visits Keeping your pet’s vaccines up to date is...

Mission accomplished: Mission Pawsible raises $20,000!

Mission accomplished: Mission Pawsible raises $20,000!

Mission accomplished! Nearly $20,000 was raised by our compassionate community during Oakville & Milton Humane Society’s Mission Pawsible 2K Dog Walk on May 26, 2024. The second annual event at Bronte Creek Provincial Park saw overwhelming support, with over 600...

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