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Halloween Pet Safety Tips for a Fun and Safe Night
Oct 28, 2025
Halloween is one of the most exciting times of the year for families, but for pets, it can bring stress, confusion, and hidden dangers. Costumes, decorations, and constant doorbell rings may feel like harmless fun to us, yet they can overwhelm even the most relaxed...
Shop with Purpose: Introducing Gimme Shelter at Jade’s Pet Boutique
Oct 24, 2025
At the Peterborough Humane Society, we believe every purchase can make a difference. When you shop at Jade's Pet Boutique (right inside our facility)Â you are not just picking up supplies for your pet. You are supporting the animals in our care and helping pets across...
How to Help Shelter Animals Even if You Can’t Adopt
Oct 20, 2025
Not everyone can adopt, and that is perfectly okay. There are so many ways to make a difference for the animals in our care. Every act of kindness, no matter how small, helps us give pets the love, safety, and second chances they deserve. You can be part of the work...
Fall Wildlife Prevention Tips from Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control
Oct 16, 2025
As the leaves change and temperatures drop, wildlife across the Peterborough region begin preparing for winter. For homeowners, this is the perfect time to inspect your property and make sure your home is protected from curious critters looking for shelter. Wild...
Signs of Pet Anxiety and How to Help Calm Your Companion
Sep 26, 2025
Anxiety is something many pets experience at different points in their lives. Thunderstorms, fireworks, car rides, or even being left alone can trigger stress. In Peterborough and the Kawarthas, we hear from pet parents every season who are looking for ways to help...
Love, Chosen: The Story Behind Our Newest Adoption Video
Sep 13, 2025
At the Peterborough Humane Society, we know that every adoption tells a story. This fall, we were proud to premiere our newest adoption video, Love, Chosen, a heartfelt look at the power of bringing an animal into your family. Where the idea began The vision for Love,...
Declawing Cats: The Facts, Risks, and Humane Alternatives
Aug 27, 2025
At the Peterborough Humane Society, we’re committed to helping our community make informed and compassionate decisions for their pets. One of the questions we hear often is about declawing cats. It can sometimes be presented as a quick fix for unwanted scratching, but...


