Fifty pets and counting: Teaching love through fostering
Recognizing the challenges faced by local animal shelters during the pandemic, Sandra Do Rego and her four children decided to open their hearts and home in 2020 to provide temporary care and love for animals in need. As a high school teacher for more than 20 years,...
Expert wildlife tips for spring
Spring is the busiest time of year for wildlife control professionals at Oakville & Milton Humane Society and Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control. As temperatures continue to rise, we’ll see an increase in the number of calls from residents experiencing a...Fostering love: Opening your home to shelter pets
Animal fosters play a crucial role in fulfilling the mission of the Oakville & Milton Humane Society. These volunteers selflessly open their homes and hearts to furry friends, making a positive difference in the lives of the pets and people who provide them care....Protected: commenting test
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Pawsome productivity: Pets at work
In today’s fast-paced work environments, finding ways to promote well-being and reduce stress is crucial. At the Oakville & Milton Humane Society (OMHS), we know that the benefits of having pets in the workplace are not far-fetched. In fact, multiple studies...
Ask the expert: Dog and cat Q&A
Just like humans, pets require a balanced and nutritious diet to thrive. Providing pets with the right nutrition from the beginning can lay the foundation for a long and healthy life. Emily Belsito, registered veterinarian technician from Oakville & Milton Humane...
OMHS and Virox collaborate to provide access to spay and neuter at inaugural clinic
Recently, the Oakville & Milton Humane Society (OMHS), Virox Technologies Inc., and local social service agencies joined forces to provide affordable spaying and neutering services for pet owners in need. Thanks to the generous support of Virox Technologies Inc.,...
OMHS Prancing with the stars raises over $155,000 for animals
Prancing with the Stars 2023 was a fun-filled showcase of talent, dedication and compassion raising more than $155,000 to support animals in need at the Oakville & Milton Humane Society. This year’s event, presented by Royal Canin, featured four community...
Doggie Dip 2023
The dog days of summer ended with a splashin’ good time at the third annual OMHS Doggie Dip on Sunday, September 3! Owners were able to soak up the sun, while their dogs got soaked. Afterwards, dogs were treated to a free puppuccino from Starbucks and shopped...
Preserving the memories: OMHS pet cemetery excavation
The Oakville & Milton Humane Society (OMHS) announces the commencement of the excavation of the OMHS Pet Cemetery. This significant step is part of the ongoing efforts to prepare for the future relocation and redevelopment of the shelter to better serve the animal...
Celebrating our 2023 Volunteer Award Winners
The Oakville & Milton Humane Society is thrilled to recognize the work of our amazing volunteers through our Volunteer and Community Awards Program. Whether doing administrative tasks, working with the animals, or out engaging the community, we would not be able...Recent News
Honouring Heather White’s 42-year legacy of compassion and care for animals, children and the community
Fifty pets and counting: Teaching love through fostering
Expert wildlife tips for spring
OMHS and Virox collaborate to provide access to spay and neuter at inaugural clinic
OMHS Prancing with the stars raises over $155,000 for animals