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When A Beloved Pet Dies: The Best and Worst Things to Say to People in Grief

Posted on July 19, 2022 by Ontario Shelter Medicine Association
July 21, 2022

Dr. Lianna Titcombe, BScH, DVM, CHPV As more and more animal shelters across Ontario are offering client-present euthanasia, you may find yourself having more interactions with the owners of the pets in your care. This may come with some initial worry and stress for you, but more than likely you’ll experience relief and satisfaction instead. . . . read more

Sun, sand, sea turtles, and surgical protocols. The ins and outs of a large volume spay/neuter campaign in Mexico

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Posted on May 11, 2022 by Ontario Shelter Medicine Association
April 28, 2022

By: Natalia Hanson, Co-founder, Humane Outreach for Latin Animals Picture this: sun, sand, sea, warmth, all while helping animals and the communities where they live. Sounds lovely, doesn’t it? And it is! There’s no doubt about it, and it is one of the many perks of volunteering abroad. This blog, however, isn’t meant to be . . . read more

Veterinary Staffing Shortages – What does this mean for your shelter and pets in your community?

Posted on November 1, 2021 by Ontario Shelter Medicine Association
November 8, 2021

Shelters and rescues are also feeling the pressure from veterinary workforce staffing issues. Many shelters rely heavily on veterinary technicians and veterinary assistants for operational needs, and at the Ottawa Humane Society these positions have recently been more challenging to fill.

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