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

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

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

Welfare Concerns with Professional Bull Riding Events

On Friday, May 26, 2023, the Red River Exhibition Association is hosting a Professional Bull Riding Event (PBR). Bull riding events concern the Winnipeg Humane Society as they violate the 5 Freedoms necessary for animal welfare: Freedom from hunger and thirst by access to fresh water and appropriate diet Freedom from discomfort by providing an appropriate environment including shelter and a comfortable resting area Freedom from pain, injury, or disease by preventing or rapidly treating problems Freedom to express natural behaviour by providing sufficient space, facilities and company Freedom from fear and distress by ensuring conditions and treatment which avoid … Continued

Kris Gladwell, CEO of Misericordia Health Foundation, Robert B. One Great Lottery Winner and Jessica Miller, CEO of Winnipeg Humane Society

One Great Lottery for All

Happy Spring! I sincerely hope the snow is still melting by the time you receive this note. We are excited to announce the return of One Great Lottery after an exciting first year with our partner Misericordia Health Centre Foundation (MHCF). I am happy to tell you we received some great feedback from our first year in the lottery realm and have listened to what you’ve said. Thanks to your feedback we have a new line-up of Early Bird Prizes that we hope you’ll love. These are trying times for many Manitobans; we have taken that into consideration and have … Continued

World Wildlife Day 2023: Ways to Help

Humans are fortunate to share planet Earth with incredible wildlife, however human activity increasingly threatens the survival of the other species we share our home with. Pollution, unsustainable fishing practices, deforestation for farmland and urban development has rapidly increased the rate of species extinction, with an average decline of 69% in species populations since 1970 (WWF’s Living Planet Report 2022) Today is World Wildlife Day and it serves a great reminder that we all have a shared responsibility to co-exist with and ensure the welfare of wild animals. Here are some ways we, as individuals can help: Use Less Plastic … Continued

February 2023 Monthly Volunteer Profile: Shona Strome

Cat Adoption Assistant Shona Strome calls her two hours of volunteer work in Kitty Kat Way ‘refreshing’ and looks forward to it every week. “I always feel good after my shift, I find,” she explained. “I go home after my shift and I feel energized.” A relative newcomer to the Winnipeg Humane Society’s volunteer ranks, Shona is obviously a quick learner. She’s been volunteering at the WHS for six months but she’s already mentored four or five new volunteers. “It’s good to have new people coming on and I enjoy showing them the ropes,” she said. Shona retired from the … Continued

16 Animal Welfare Risks Associated with Horse Exportation

Horses purposely bred for slaughter are raised in barren, open feedlots. Draft horses raised for slaughter have been documented as raised in feedlots without shelter or protection from the elements. The province of Manitoba is home to two producers of draft horses for exportation, yet the province sees some of the harshest and coldest weather conditions in the country. Like companion horses, draft horses must be provided with appropriate shelter in extreme weather conditions. Horses raised for slaughter are at risk of having pain control withheld. Phenylbutazone, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug, is the most effective and most commonly used drug … Continued

#WHSTips: Holiday Pet Safety

With the holidays right around the corner, even our pets should be able to enjoy them! Our Behaviour department has put together these #WHSTips and tricks to help keep your pets happy, healthy and safe during the holiday season: Pets can feel stress too! Try to keep to your mealtime and exercise routines to ease the holiday stress. Decorations can look like toys to pets; use caution and proper supervision when decorating. Skip the tinsel! Tinsel can be very dangerous for pets if ingested and can cause intestinal blockage. Closely monitor your pets around presents or distract them with pet-friendly … Continued