by OMHS | Apr 9, 2021 | News
With COVID-19 cases continuing to rise, a declaration of emergency and province-wide stay-at-home order went into effect on April 8. The declaration will be evaluated after 28 days to determine if it is safe to lift the restrictions, or if they need to be extended....
by hylderbarbosa@gmail.com | Mar 26, 2021 | News
Last month, in its first month of operation, the OMHS Pet Food Bank distributed 350 bags of food and supplies to more than 100 families.Check the story...
by somerd | Feb 26, 2021 | News
This past Valentine’s Day, Order of Canada recipient Dr. Anne Innis Dagg, captivated audience members who tuned in to meet her, learn more and ask questions about her incredible journey. We were joined by a broad range of participants from curious student...
by OMHS | Nov 4, 2020 | News
The Oakville Milton Humane Society (OMHS) does much more than just animal adoptions. For example, we actively support animal rescues who work in some of the most remote areas of Canada. This includes our ongoing partnership with Northern Connection, a local...
by Lauren D'Andrea | Sep 8, 2020 | News
We are extremely pleased to introduce our 2020-21 Oakville & Milton Humane Society Board of Directors. All members were elected during the Society’s Annual General Meeting held at the end of June. Special thanks to Cheryl Clark, former Vice Chair...
by Lauren D'Andrea | Sep 8, 2020 | News
Throughout the current COVID-19 pandemic the Oakville & Milton Humane Society (OMHS) continues to provide all the animals with the best possible care and enrichment possible. We are pleased to announce that in addition to our Barkin’...
by Lauren D'Andrea | Sep 8, 2020 | News
Congratulations to Aliyah Brito for winning the Oakville & Milton Humane Society’s (OMHS) 2020 Patch Challenge by demonstrating kindness and compassion towards animals! Through their support, Frank Apa and Lexus of Oakville have...
by OMHS | Jul 7, 2020 | News
Our Animal Protective Services department recently responded to a call for an opossum pacing back and forth in a residential backyard by a pool in Milton. The opossum was reported to have a possible injury on its hind end. An officer responded and contained the...
by OMHS | Jun 29, 2020 | News
Dogs’ and cats’ hearing is much more sensitive than ours so the loud noises can be overwhelming and some pets might try to escape. Here are some tips to help keep your furry family members safe and comforted during firework displays and help you enjoy your...
by somerd | Jun 22, 2020 | News
Over the past few weeks, we have watched as members of our community put themselves in the paws of our animals through their Mission Pawsible: Homeward Bound journeys. Each of our participants took on the story of an animal making its way through the shelter...
by OMHS | Jun 11, 2020 | News
As COVID-19 stay-at-home restrictions are gradually lifted and we return to work, it may be a very confusing time for our pets after spending so much time with their human companions. Our pets have been there for us during these very uncertain times and we should do...
by OMHS | May 12, 2020 | News
Thanks to the quick response of OMHS’ Animal Protective Services Team, seven baby goslings were saved when they were safely removed from their nest in a planter box on the edge of a 7th floor balcony overlooking Lake Ontario at Bronte Road....
