Help Put an End to Puppy Mills in Canada

Hi there,

National Puppy Day is this month on March 23, and while we celebrate the joy, curiosity, and unconditional love that puppies bring into our lives, we know that behind every wagging tail is a bigger story, one about responsibility, compassion, and the chance to give animals the safe, loving homes they deserve.

Across Canada, animal shelters are preparing for puppy and kitten season this spring. This is the time of year when shelters see a sharp increase in animals arriving through unexpected litters, stray intakes, and surrenders. For many organizations, it also means overcrowded shelters and stretched resources.

Through national advocacy, education, and collaboration with shelters and humane societies across the country, Humane Canada works to:

• Promote responsible pet ownership
• Raise awareness about the harms of puppy mills and irresponsible breeding
• Provide support to our member shelters working to care for animals during high-intake seasons
• Advocate for policies that improve the welfare of animals across Canada
• Raise our voice for more pet inclusive housing, so companion animals can stay in their loving homes where they belong.
• Expand and improve our National Pet Food Bank so pets and their families are supported during hardships and pet food banks are more accessible for all Canadians.

National Puppy Day is a perfect moment to remember that while puppies bring happiness, they also rely on us to protect them. With your support, Humane Canada will continue to build a future where more pets find safe, caring homes.

Thank you for your continued kindness and care for companion animals in our country, as always, we truly value your ongoing support.

Links:

• Humane Canada