WHS Pet Shop’s Ultimate Gift Giving Guide for Furry Friends

‘Tis the season to spread joy and what better way to do so than by treating our beloved pets to some holiday cheer? The WHS Pet Shop has curated a delightful selection of gifts that are sure to make tails wag and whiskers wiggle. Whether you have a canine companion or a feline friend, our gift guide has something for every pet. Let the festivities begin! Dog Can Treats Trio: A Canine Culinary Delight Who can resist the allure of holiday treats? Our Dog Can Treats assortment is a feast for your furry friend, featuring three tantalizing tins of goodness. … Continued

MONTHLY VOLUNTEER PROFILE: Brenda Yaworski

Brenda Yaworski may have only started volunteering as a doggy foster parent for the Winnipeg Humane Society last spring, but it that short time she’s gained a tremendous amount of experience. She started off with a Doberman that won over her heart – so much so that Brenda’s family and friends had a pool going to see if her first foster would be a foster fail. That first dog she fostered stayed with Brenda three or four times, so she had him for almost two months. “When they called me the third time, they said ‘You don’t have to take … Continued

WHS Treasure Box

The WHS Treasure Box is back for the third straight year, and it is bigger and better than ever! This year’s box includes a wide variety of local products sourced from some amazing companies. It is a great way to try out some new things and show support to local business here in Manitoba. Check out all of the products here! WHS Treasure Box is a perfect way to treat yourself AND help the animals in our care. There are less than 40 boxes remaining so now is the time to buy before we sell out! Thank you to all … Continued

Pet-tastic Halloween Fun at WHS Pet Shop! 

Halloween is creeping up on us, and as we gear up with costumes and jack-o’-lanterns, it’s the perfect time to get your furry friend in on the spooktacular excitement!  Our WHS Pet Shop has just received fun and festive toys and treats! These goodies aren’t just for your pets – they’re bound to bring a smile to your face too.  Check out our favourite picks:  1.Pumpkin Everything! No tricks here, just treats – pumpkin treats, to be exact! We’ve got a splendid selection of seasonal treats that your cat or dog will absolutely adore. So, sip on your PSL while … Continued

5 Reasons to Adopt a Shelter Dog 

Have you been thinking about welcoming a dog home? Keep shelter dogs in mind!   There are many reasons why a dog may end up in a shelter and it’s typically not because they’re a bad dog. So many dogs in shelters are there due to other life circumstances outside of their control. Whether it’s financial burdens, health issues, moving, or a lifestyle change, these pups deserve a chance to be part of a loving home.   Many people also assume that dogs end up at a shelter or rescue because of behavioural issues. This is simply not the case. Most dogs … Continued

Monthly Volunteer Profile: Ava Almdal

Cat Condo Assistant Ava Almdal is getting a school credit for volunteering at the Winnipeg Humane Society, but after having the opportunity to meet hundreds of cats and experience the WHS community of animal lovers she says she’d do it anyway, credit or not. A grade 12 student at Vincent Massey Collegiate in Winnipeg, Ava began volunteering in January 2023. Once a week, she can be found in the cat condos, playing with the cats and giving them the attention or affection they need. This helps the cats get more used to people, which ultimately makes them more adoptable. Her … Continued

Compassion Rewards Club

The WHS Pet Shop has launched a new customer loyalty program—the Compassion Rewards Club—that makes it easy to collect points in-store and online that you can put toward percentages off the products you and your pet love.    One dollar spent equals one point. Once you hit 100 points, you get 10%; at 200 points, 20%, and so on. Points NEVER expire and can be redeemed when shopping online or in person.   Other program perks include bonus points on your birthday, exclusive bonus point days, and a VIP point level that helps you save even more.   However, the biggest reward of … Continued

Monthly Volunteer Profile: Jareth Blais-Renaud

Jareth Blais-Renaud never had a dog growing up in the Ottawa area but moving to Manitoba for work 14 years ago gave him the opportunity to enjoy something he’d missed. “I never grew up with dogs,” he explained.  “I always wanted one but unfortunately, we were never allowed, for financial reasons. “But then I moved here for work, and I met Michelle, who would become my wife. She had a long-haired Dachshund. I just became so fond of him and fell in love with him so much.” Jareth’s relationship with the Winnipeg Humane Society began simply with a visit to … Continued

TAKE ACTION: Write to your political rep to Stop the Suffering.

We are pleased that our “Stop the Suffering” campaign has received such a positive public response! Many have asked for a letter they can share with their MLA regarding pig welfare. Please copy and paste the letter below, which lists key pig welfare concerns and requests a provincial moratorium on new hog barn construction. Thank you for being a strong voice for pigs in Manitoba!   Your name Your mailing address (so they know you are a constituent) Dear political rep’s name As your constituent, I am writing to share my welfare concerns regarding industrialized pig production in both Manitoba … Continued

Winnipeg Humane Society Appoints First In-House Animal Advocacy Lawyer in Manitoba

The Winnipeg Humane Society (WHS) is excited to announce the appointment of Krista Boryskavich as the organization’s animal advocacy lawyer, a first-of-its-kind position for an animal welfare agency in Manitoba. The addition of an in-house animal advocacy lawyer further strengthens the WHS’ vision and mission by executing initiatives that bolster legal and legislative protection for all animals in the province. “This position will be a driving force in helping us improve the welfare of farmed, wild, and companion animals throughout Manitoba. From working to make legislative changes to flagging opportunities to strengthen the voice of animals being used for entertainment … Continued