Back to School Isn’t Just an Adjustment for Kids: Helping Your Pet With the Change in Routine Backpacks are packed, lunches are ready and alarm clocks are being set — back-to-school season is here! While September can bring a big change in routine for families, there’s another member of the household...

Spaying or neutering your pet is one of the most important decisions you can make for their health—and for animals throughout our community.   Every year, shelters and rescue organizations care for animals who were born into unexpected or unplanned litters. Even when families have the best intentions, there are...

Confession Time… Staff Have Favourites! We know, we know… we’re not supposed to have favourites.   We love every animal who comes through our doors, and every single one deserves a loving forever home. But if we’re being honest, sometimes a particular pet just sneaks into our hearts.   Maybe...

Keeping Pets Cool This Summer: Fun Ways to Beat the Heat ☀️🐾 Summer is a wonderful time to enjoy the outdoors with your pets, but rising temperatures can quickly become dangerous. Dogs, cats, rabbits, and other companion animals are much more vulnerable to heat-related illnesses than many people realize. Whether...

Don’t be a bird napper this Spring! Every spring, well-meaning animal lovers come across baby birds on the ground and worry they’ve been abandoned. It’s a natural instinct to want to help—but in many cases, the best thing you can do is leave them right where they are.   These...

What is Strays on Streetcorners? Every June, our amazing volunteers take to the streets of Windsor/Essex to collect donations from the public. Volunteers stand at  major intersections around Windsor and the county collecting donations from generous drivers. This fundraiser takes place during our busiest time of year, when we are...

Happy Volunteer Appreciation Month! April is Volunteer Appreciation Month, and at the Windsor/Essex County Humane Society, we’re taking this time to recognize the incredible people who make our work possible. Every day, our volunteers show up with compassion, dedication, and a willingness to do whatever it takes to help animals...

Spring is Here — And So Are Baby Animals Spring is a season of new life. As the weather warms up, wildlife becomes much more active — and that means you’re far more likely to come across baby animals in your neighbourhood, local parks, and green spaces. While it’s natural...

Gambit’s Road to Recovery At just three months old, Gambit should be worrying about toys, treats, and finding the perfect lap to curl up in. Instead, when he arrived at our shelter, he was fighting through excruciating pain. His little body was covered in scabs and open sores stretching from...

We love to share snacks with the ones we love — and that includes our pets. But before slipping your furry friend a bite from your plate, it’s important to know that some common human foods can be dangerous — even life-threatening. Here’s a breakdown of foods to avoid for...

Our volunteers are an essential part of the day to day operations here at the shelter, and we are so thankful for their dedication and love for the animals. In our volunteer spotlights, we introduce you to some of our fantastic volunteers and learn about what motivates them to help!...

Make your own Community Cat Shelter! Outdoor and community cats face harsh weather year-round, from freezing temperatures and snow to rain and strong winds. Providing a simple, insulated shelter gives them a safe place to stay warm, dry, and protected from the elements. These shelters can be life-saving, helping cats...

Cold Weather, Warm Minds: Indoor Enrichment Ideas for Dogs When the temperatures drop and winter really settles in, even the most adventurous pups can be at risk if they spend too long outdoors. Extreme cold can be uncomfortable—and even dangerous—for dogs. This is especially true for seniors, puppies, small breeds...

Snorky’s Story Snorky came into our care after she and her owner were displaced by a devastating house fire. One of our Animal Protection Officers was dispatched to the scene and immediately transported Snorky for emergency veterinary care. Her fur carried the smell of smoke, her whiskers were singed, and...

🐾 Welcome to The Paw Post: Stories That Change Lives Welcome to The Paw Post — a new space where we share the real stories behind the work we do every day to protect animals, support our community, and change lives, one paw at a time. Why The Paw Post?...