What is the 3-3-3 Rule?
Read our helpful guide on what to expect when you’re bringing home a new furry friend!
Our brand new adoption campaign video is LIVE!
Love, Chosen is a reminder that it’s not about where they start, it’s where they end up.
The PHS Blog
Shelter Shots calendar
Shelter Shots calendar is available for purchase beginning September 1st. Contact Susan Dunkley at  (705) 745-4722 EXT. 206 for more information!
Summer Student Job Postings Now Available
Are you looking for a fast paced career oriented and rewarding summer job? Â The Peterborough Humane Society is seeking summer students! Inuit, First Nation and Metis students are encouraged to apply, as are new Canadians. These positions are thanks to government...
Remembrance Day 2016
Wreath honouring animals in war to be placed at National Remembrance Day Ceremony
MEDIA RELEASE Wreath honouring animals in war to be placed at National Remembrance Day Ceremony Peterborough, ON (November 11, 2016)Â Today, as people across the nation come together to remember and honour those who have served their country, the war-time...
Puppies flown into Peterborough now ready to find their forever homes
Puppies flown into Peterborough now ready to find their forever homes Peterborough, ON (October 27, 2016) – BUSINESS – A few weeks ago, a North Star Air Basler BT-67 carrying precious canine cargo arrived at the Peterborough Airport from a remote Northern Ontario...
Willow Wanna Go For a Walk?!
Willow Wanna Go For a Walk?! Local City of Peterborough Councillor, Diane Therrien, and her partner Phil, are the first lucky people to have found their forever match from the Big Trout Lake First Nation dog group, flown in to Peterborough on Oct 7th. Meet their...
About Our New
Animal Care Centre
Our new Animal Care Centre helps more pets get and stay healthy; find their perfect people; and continue the cycle of health and happiness together. This helps make the community happier and healthier by bringing new jobs, national attention and new resources to the City of Peterborough, Peterborough County, the surrounding region and beyond for generations to come.













