Taz (A112632) is a nine year old neutered male tabby cat. This mild mannered gentleman is looking for a home where he will be your one and only cat — he doesn’t like sharing the spotlight! Taz loves quiet homes with predictable routines. If Taz sounds like the purrfect pet for you, contact the Ottawa Humane Society at 613-725-3166 ext. 258 or at adoptions@ottawahumane.ca.
March 10, 2010
For immediate release
Laureen Harper, honorary chair of the 6th annual Ottawa Humane Society FurBall, will join FurBall emcee, Sandy Sharkey and a canine companion, to put the finishing touches on Sandy’s customized pet bowl as a kick off for the upcoming gala. The bowl will be part of a celebrity auction at the gala to raise money for Ottawa’s animals.
Date: Thursday, March 11, 2010
Time: 2 p.m.
Location: Gotta Paint ceramic cafe, 352 Kirkwood Ave.
Many high-profile names will be contributing to this year’s Iams Celebrity Pet Bowl Auction, including members of Canada’s gold-medal-winning Olympic Women’s Hockey Team, Elizabeth Manley, Sarah McLachlan and more!
This year’s Dynasty-themed FurBall will feature exquisite cuisine, stylish entertainment and 1980’s inspired decor. Last year’s event raised $155,000 for animals in our community.
The 6th annual FurBall will take place March 27, 2010 at the National Gallery of Canada. Proceeds from the evening will support Ottawa Humane Society programs and services.
For media inquiries, contact:
Tara Jackson, Communications Manager
(613) 725-3166 ext. 261
Adopt a hamster this month from the Ottawa Humane Society, and receive a hamster exercise ball… FOR FREE*!
Introduced just 70 years ago, hamsters have become one of the most popular small pets. Frisky and fun to watch, hamsters tend to sleep during the day and play at night. Hamsters warm to human companions, but don’t welcome the company of their own kind. A single hamster can provide hours of enjoyment as you watch your pet frolic and stuff his or her cheeks with seed. An average life span is 2 years. To learn more about hamsters, contact us at adoptions@ottawahumane.ca.
(*While quantities last.)
The Warm Hearts Raffle takes place on Friday, March 12th! You have two days left to get your tickets for a chance to win some fabulous prizes!
| First Prize: | Cruise the Caribbean. Sail on Holland America’s Eurodam, oceanview cabin, 7 nights/8 days, departing Nov. 13, 2010 from Fort Lauderdale. Airfare, accommodation and taxes included. Value $3,000. Winner can claim consolation prize of $1,500 cash. |
| Second Prize: | Trip for two to celebrate the holidays Las Vegas style at the Hilton Grand Vacations Club at the Flamingo, Dec. 24-31, 2010. Airfare, accommodation and taxes included. Value $2,500. Winner can claim consolation prize of $1,250 cash. |
| Third Prize: | Sony Bravia 40″ 1080p LCD HDTV. Value $1,600. |
| Fourth Prize: | HP Pavilion 17″ Laptop Computer. Value $800. |
| Fifth Prize: | $500 shopping spree from HBC (The Bay, Zellers and Home Outfitters) |
| Sixth Prize: | Garmin Nuvi 765T Car GPS Navigation System. Value $400. |
| Seventh Prize: | Sony 6″ eBook Reader with Touchscreen. Value $400. |
| Eighth Prize: | Canon PowerShot 12.1MP Digital Camera. Value $300. |
| Ninth Prize: | Apple 32GB 3rd Generation iPod Touch. Value $300. |
| Tenth Prize: | Sony Micro Hi-Fi Component System. Value $125. |
12,000 tickets printed — City of Ottawa Licence No. M623083. Must be 18 years or older to participate in the lottery event.
Hello there Bird Fans! Meet our two chatter bugs Shamrock (A113066) and Tuathla (A113065)! Both names are Irish: Shamrock being the lucky clover and Tuathla meaning princess of the people.
They are both adult Peachfaced Lovebirds looking for a new forever home where they can spend the rest of their lives together. They are a bonded pair and everyone at the shelter would like to see them remain that way. Since they are bonded, right now they prefer the company of each other and are a bit timid of people.
We are looking for a knowledgeable owner who is willing to put time and affection into this pair. If you are someone with time and a lot of love to give, why don’t you come and bring them some Irish luck and meet them today!
March 9, 2010
For immediate release
The Easter Bunny is coming to town! Join the Ottawa Humane Society (OHS) and hop on down to Lincoln Fields Shopping Centre and Westgate Shopping Centre to have your children’s and pets’ photo taken with the Easter Bunny.
This weekend…
LINCOLN FIELDS Shopping Centre
Friday, March 12 from 4 to 8 p.m.
Saturday, March 13 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Next weekend…
WESTGATE Shopping Centre
Friday, March 19 from 1 to 8 p.m.
Saturday, March 20 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost: $15 per photo ($10 if the animal was adopted from the OHS).
All proceeds will benefit the animals at the OHS. Animals should be in a carrier or on a leash.
For media inquiries, contact:
Tara Jackson, Communications Manager
(613) 725-3166 ext. 261
We hope you will join us for an evening of delightful temptations prepared by some of Greater Ottawa’s top pastry chefs and caterers. Just Desserts is an evening of elegance, decadence and fun benefitting the Ottawa Humane Society’s Building Campaign.
This fun and unique event will be held at 87 George Street in the Studios of /A\ Ottawa and BOB FM on:
Saturday, April 24th 2010 7pm - 11pm
Attire: Cocktail Chic
Tickets: $100 each - A silent auction will be part of this event.
For ticket details please email JustDessertsOttawa@gmail.com.
Don’t delay in ordering your tickets for the Ottawa Humane Society FurBall on March 27 at the National Gallery of Canada. The event sells out earlier and earlier each year, so act now if you want to be a part of this special Dynasty-themed evening for Ottawa’s animals. Tickets can be purchased by clicking on the links below.
March 5, 2010
For immediate release
The Ottawa Humane Society (OHS) is satisfied with another guilty plea in the second of two major hoarding cases the organization has dealt with in the past few months.
Nora Aubrey-Lafreniere, 51 and her daughter, Elissa Aubrey-Lafreniere, 30, appeared in a provincial offences court room yesterday and plead guilty to the counts of animal cruelty against them. Both women were charged in November of 2009 after 33 cats were removed from their Vanier apartment. Many of the cats were in need of immediate veterinary care and most of the animals were not socialized to humans. There was an overwhelming smell of urine throughout the apartment building, and feces was found covering walls, furniture and ground into the carpet of the particular unit involved.
The luck of the Irish could be on your side this month if you adopt a new pet from the Ottawa Humane Society. We’re celebrating St. PAWtrick’s Day all month long with some Irish-named animals in need of a new home. Like Sheldon (A113091), a handsome 5 year old neutered English Spring spaniel mix. To learn more about this bonny lad, contact the OHS at 613-725-3166 ext. 258 or at adoptions@ottawahumane.ca.
