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CNE rodeo blog

What do you think about rodeo's? Do you think that this "sporting event" is a fair way to treat animals? Should the CNE abolish the rodeo? Let us know!...
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Exotic animal pets blog
What do you think about keeping animals as pets that really aren't pets at all?...

High Park poisonings blog
Do you think this is the act of a single deranged or psychotic person, or are these deliberate poisonings aimed at City Council's decisions in the recent debate over the rights of dog owners...

Canadian Horse Abuse Blog
On Tuesday May 12, 2008, The National ran an in depth expose of how Canada is becoming - helped by government grants - a world horse slaughter capital.

Horses should not be dinner on...

City Hall hires hoods to hound pet owners
Do you think this is a good way to deal with animals in the city, or is it just a dressed up tax grab?...

Bill 50 blog
After you write your MPP tell us what you think. Section 6 puts the Toronto Humane Society, and humane societies across the Province, at peril. Why do you think the government would put our ...

Fort McMurray duck deaths blog
SHOULD THERE BE NO RULES FOR THE GREEDY OIL COMPANIES? Should the oil companies not be held responsible for the tragic slaughter of these defenseless animals?

Speak up and let us know...

Fort McMurray duck deaths blog
SHOULD THERE BE NO RULES FOR THE GREEDY OIL COMPANIES? Should the oil companies not be held responsible for the tragic slaughter of these defenseless animals?

Speak up and let us know...

Metro Zoo reindeer killing blog
SHOULD THE ZOO BE ABLE TO JUST KILL ANY ANIMAL IT WANTS FOR ANY REASON IT WANTS?? Is this acceptable behavior at a Zoo that is supposed to be caring for, and providing these animals with lov...

Alberta ranch horse deaths blog
This is not the first time horses or live stock have been found this way, what should be done about it?...

Chinese feline genocide blog
How can an international organization like the Olympic Games allow localized animal genocide take place. It happened in Greece, it’s happening in China. How can we stop this carnage?...

First Dave Winfield...now Tripp Isenhour
When did it become sporting to kill an animal getting in the way of your game? Do you think that Tripp Isenhour should be banned from the PGA – much like Michael Vick was from the NFL?...

Dead Dogs Walking...
Pit and Pit-like puppies continue to be killed accross the Province, even though they are babies and have never shown aggression. How can the Province of Ontario have stooped so low?...

Cat survives pellet gun attack
The most likely explanation for this shooting is that someone was using the cat for target practice. Why do some people think it is okay to torture animals for fun? And where are their frien...

Toronto Animal Services $13 M budget blog
Do you think it would be right if the city were to shut out injured pets and abandoned wildlife??? Tell us what you think!!...

It's a Dog's Life - and Death.
We think it is wrong to kill pets just because institutions view them as redundant. What do you think? Speak up and let us know your thoughts!...

New York City Horse Carriage Blog
What do you think of the carriage horse industry? Is it worth the suffering of these horses to bring extra tourist dollars to NYC?...

Agent Smith's Investigator's License Reinstated
Extend your best wishes to Tre on the reinstatement of his license using the form below....

Ontario SPCA Talks Possible Firing of THS Agent Tre Smith
Updated - November 7, 2007
How can we stop the OSPCA from continuing to punish Agent Smith and stop this unfair suspension, already a long three months?


To se...

Tories Commit To Stronger Animal Protection Laws
In a letter dated September 21, 2007 to the Canadian Kennel Club (CKC) the Tories have outlined their issues with the McGuinty government’s actions regarding animal legislation, specifically...

McGuinty's Law Comes For Poor JR
They came today for JR., a dog our veterinarian neutered and says is healthy and adoptable. They got a court warrant so we couldn’t protect him.

Now he sits in terror in the City Poun...

We didn't think Mayor Miller & Toronto Council could treat animals any worse...
But we were wrong! Among the City of Toronto's "cost saving measures" is the decision to close Toronto Animal Services centres to lost pets and other animals needing shelter every...

Animal Care Review Board orders Toronto Humane Society to return 11 puppies to urban puppy mill
In a baffling decision the ACRB has ordered the THS to return 11 puppies to an urban puppy mill that was being run out of a 300 sq. ft. bachelor apartment. How did the decision to return th...

Cruelty-law update lacks teeth
McGuinty government makes promises of stiffer penalties for animal abuse, more funding for investigations, but do so without adding the necessary legislation to make these changes effective....

Roadside Zoos: Nothing is not an option
The government killed its own backbenchers bill calling for better protection of animals in roadside zoos not too long ago. Now they want to ‘study’ the problem.

Speak Up! Tell us if ...

Are Animal Cruelty Laws Tough Enough?
It is unacceptable that those who harm animals, either directly or through neglect, are more likely to receive a slap on the wrist than face any real fines or jail time. That’s assuming the...

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Vick has been indicted for his role in a high-profile dog-fighting ring
Considering the fact that he has a 10-year, $130 million contract to play football, this can’t be about the money. Why do people still condone dog-fighting, and what do you think we can do t...

Cruelty Charge Laid by the Toronto Humane Society Sustained
On July 24, 2007 Provincial Court Judge J. Sutherland found the man who beat a puppy criminally guilty and prohibited him from owning animals for two years....

The Alarming Facts About Toronto City Pounds
The City of Toronto's pounds euthanasia and adoption records don't paint a pretty picture of the fates of the dogs and cats who find themselves there. How do you think we can stop the killi...

Toronto City Pound's Killing Record
The City of Toronto's pound's euthanasia and adoption records don't paint a pretty picture of the fates of the dogs and cats who find themselves there. We've tried letter writing, we've tri...

The Brick Works - "Toronto's Hottest Party Here"
A drinks show has been advertised for July 13 - 14 at the Don Valley Brick Works. We are concerned for the wild animals that live and find shelter there.
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Off-Leash Areas Under Seige!
The City’s proposed People, Dogs and Parks Strategy can become law as early as July 16. If approved this can mean it will be extremely difficult to create new off-leash parks and may well l...

Cost of Vet Care
We recently received the following in the mail...

Dear Toronto Humane Society,

I am thankful for the work that you do to help all the animals that need your help. Unfortunantl...

Animal Cruelty
Why does society still allow people to whip and beat animals - horses especially?...

Attention 'Non'-New Yorkers!
Help the carriage horses of Manhattan and the courageous people of New York who are fighting for them.

New York carriage horses toil in traffic, in all four seasons, ...

THS executes second raid in a month

Rescued cats living among corpses and skeletons

City Admits to Killing 500 Pit Bulls since August 2005
Since the ill-conceived pit bull law came into effect in August 2005, the City of Toronto has killed 500 dogs—this despite the fact that only a few had been in trouble for biting. Sadly, amo...

Toronto Municipal Elections 2006
Since today’s Toronto Animal services was created in 2001, the agency has stumbled, spending almost $1m more each year yet with fewer and fewer animals sheltered.

Toronto Animal Servi...

Shocker—Animal Care Review Board to The Toronto Humane Society: “Give back two puppies to the man who hit one till she cried”
In its decision of October 19, 2006, the Animal Care Review Board (a McGuinty agency that oversees humane societies) failed to protect two Dalmatian puppies from being hurt again, despite a ...

No Second Chance for Ottawa Humane Society Stray
OTTAWA - Kevin Skerrett and Simone Powell were hoping to adopt a new member to their family, in the form of a Lhaso Apso-type stray dog they had found. They took the stray to the Ottawa Huma...

Litter or Lethal Weapon? It’s Your Choice
When living in a city the size of Toronto, it is difficult to ignore the massive amounts of litter produced by society. Human consumption has always contributed to the buildup of garbage in ...

Not In My Backyard!
The expansion of urban centers and the increasing rate of suburban development, coupled with constant climate changes, have led to a significant disruption in area wildlife. Possibly the mos...

Help Stop Animal Cruelty in Canada by Supporting Anti-Cruelty Laws
Canada's current anti-cruelty laws for animals are totally inadequate, allowing those who neglect and abuse animals to repeat their crimes again and again with minimal consequences. For six ...

The Toronto Humane Society and Chrissy the Cockatoo
On May 24, 2006, The Toronto Humane Society was ordered to return Chrissy the Cockatoo to her previous owner, Elaine Menna. Judge Elizabeth Stewart ruled that Menna should be awarded custody...