Adopt-a-thon
Aug 22, 2017
Cats, cats and more cats!  PHS is having an adopt-a-thon.  Click here for more information!
Recent Posts
How to Keep Your Pets Safe in the Summer Heat
Jul 14, 2026
Summer in the Peterborough area is something truly special. Long days at the lake, evening walks along the trails, and plenty of time outside with the pets we love. But when the humidity settles in, our dogs and cats feel it even more than we do. Pets can't cool...
What to Do if You Have a Wildlife Concern in the Peterborough Area
Jun 25, 2026
Every spring, our phones start ringing a little more. People spot a raccoon in the yard or find a baby bird on the ground, and they do the right thing, they reach out for help. We love that about this community. But there's something important to know before you call...
A Look Back at 2025: Highlights From Our Annual Report
May 30, 2026
Every animal who came through our doors last year had a whole team behind them. Staff, volunteers, foster families, and people in this community who decided the work mattered. That team includes you. Each year, we put together our Annual Report because we think it's...
Join Us for Smile Cookie Week: April 27 to May 3!
Apr 24, 2026
Looking for the bulk order form? Click here! This spring, something pretty sweet is happening, and we mean that literally! From April 27 to May 3, 2026, the Tim Hortons Smile Cookie campaign is back. This year, 100% of proceeds from participating locations in...
Found a Tick on Your Dog? Here Is What to Do Next
Mar 13, 2026
Ticks in Peterborough are active year-round, not just in spring and summer. In parks with tree cover and exposed leaf litter, there can be minimal snow on the ground even in winter, which means tick habitat in every season. Any time your dog is spending time outside...
Kennel Cough and the Bordetella Vaccine: What Dog Owners Should Know This Spring
Mar 11, 2026
The weather is finally turning. Dogs are back out at the park, stopping to greet neighbours on walks, heading to daycare and the groomer again after months of winter. More time outside with other dogs is one of the best parts of spring. It is also a good reason to...
Affordable Spay and Neuter in Peterborough: Why It Matters for Pets and Our Community
Feb 20, 2026
If you have ever found yourself wondering about spaying or neutering your pet and feeling unsure where to start, you are not alone. This is one of those topics that comes with a lot of opinions, a lot of information, and not always a lot of clarity. At the...