Unearthing compassion: OMHS pet cemetery excavation

Unearthing compassion: OMHS pet cemetery excavation

One year ago, the Oakville & Milton Humane Society (OMHS) began the delicate and respectful process of excavating our pet cemetery. As South Oakville prepares for redevelopment, OMHS is planning for a larger shelter at a new location. In looking to the future, it...
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...
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...
Protecting your dog from ticks and fleas

Protecting your dog from ticks and fleas

With temperatures and grass growing, so does the risk of your pets getting ticks and fleas. These little pests carry and transmit diseases to your pets or cause other conditions like anemia or infection, which can lead to serious complications or death if left...
Fifty pets and counting: Teaching love through fostering

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,...