The Ontario Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (OSPCA) and Humane Society is encouraging anyone who has room in their home to change an animal's life this season through its annual iAdopt for the Holidays campaign, which kicked off Monday and runs until Dec. 25.
Sponsored by Swiffer, the goal of iAdopt for the Holidays is to find loving homes for as many animals as possible at Ontario SPCA animal centres across the province during the holidays.
Last year, close to 600 animals found homes during the campaign.
For the second year, as part of the iAdopt for the Holidays campaign, Swiffer will also be providing every adopter with a Get Pet Ready Guide, that features tips and tricks on how to care for your new furry friend while maintaining a clean home.
New pet parents will receive a Swiffer Duster Pet Heavy Duty Starter Kit.
Every pet owner can get involved to help promote the benefits of adoption by entering Ontario’s Cutest Adopted Animal Photo Contest at iadopt.ca.
The contest features weekly prizes from Swiffer and more, as well as a grand prize awarded to the pet with the most votes.
To enter or to vote on the cutest pet, visit iadopt.ca
You can also change the life of an animal in need this holiday season by making a donation. As a registered charity, the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society depends on the generosity of donors to provide care and shelter to animals in need as they wait to find loving forever homes. Visit iadopt.ca to donate. OR, new this year, adopt-it-forward by covering the adoption fee for an animal who may be overlooked by potential adopters because they are a senior pet or an animal with special needs.
“There are so many ways to get involved in iAdopt for the Holidays and change the life of an animal this holiday season,” says Dr. Stephanie Black, the organizations chief veterinary officer said in a release.
“If you aren’t in a position to adopt, you can make a real difference in an animal’s life by making a donation to help provide them with the care, shelter and love they deserve.”