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Latest OHS News

The Last Cat
Recently, Coal, the last surviving cat of the Parliament Hill cat colony, passed away. Our condolences go out to his family — losing a beloved animal companion is heartbreaking. And, Coal’s passing marks the end of an era.

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Jul 18, 2025
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Can an Email Save Animals?
Maybe not one by itself, but I know that many people raising their voices for the animals can make a difference.

I hope you’ll join me and animal advocates across the province in reaching out to Premier Doug Ford, urging him and the Solicitor General to increase the number of animal investigators and improve the transparency of the province’s investigations into animal welfare.

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Jul 05, 2025
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When Indoors isn't Possible: Working Whiskers
We always recommend that cats stay indoors or that they enjoy the outdoors safely on a leash and harness with their owner or in an enclosed catio.

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Jul 04, 2025
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Last Year...

2,962 Pets

Found loving forever homes through our adoption program. Thank you to our caring community for opening your hearts and homes to animals in need!

6,653 Kids

Learned about responsible pet ownership through camps, programs and in classrooms! Building the next generation of caring people ensures a more humane future for the animals.

40,000+ lbs

Of pet food provided to families in need through our pet food bank. People and pets belong together. Pet food to help families who are struggling is just one of the ways we keep pets with the people who love them.

Land Acknowledgement

The Ottawa Humane Society’s facilities are located on the traditional unceded territory of the Anishinaabe Algonquin People. We are grateful to have the opportunity to work and be present on this territory. As a humane society, we embrace our responsibility to care for our community’s animals and foster compassion and respect for all.

Hill’s Food, Shelter & Love® program

Hill’s Food, Shelter & Love® program has partnered with the OHS and is donating pet food for all dogs, cats, kittens and puppies being cared for here.