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Learn about different ways to get involved, from volunteering and donating to fostering and fundraising. Discover the impact you can make and join us in our mission to help animals in need. Your Support The Timmins & District Humane Society relies strictly on the donations of its members, community partners, and the public-at-large. There are several ways you can help. You can: Donate online Make a financial or in-kind donation Volunteer Adopt an animal Donate Online The TDHS can now accept your donations on line, through a partnership with Canadahelps.org , a non-profit organization set up especially to help charities. When you click here or on the Show your Love button to the upper right of the page (desktop users), you’ll be brought to a secure site where you can enter a donation and your method of payment. You’ll receive a tax receipt for your records via e-mail. This is a reputable site and you can be sure that your donation will reach us. Make a financial or in-kind donation locally The Timmins Humane Society is a registered charitable organization that can issue tax receipts for cash donations. Its Registered Charity Number is 87246 6198 RR0001. There are three ways to donate money: coin boxes, cheques and cash donations, or gifts. Coin Boxes The Society collects donations through the Humane Society coin boxes located at the check-out areas of many Timmins and area merchants, including Your Independent Grocer and Pet Valu. Gifts If you have Club Z Points or Canadian Tire Money that you would like to donate, we can use it! These gifts can be used to buy blankets, toys, and cleaning supplies that we need to care for the animals in our care. If you happen to be in Swish or either of the Pet Valu Stores, you can also buy food, collars and leashes, toys and cleaning supplies and drop them into the Humane Society bins at each store. Cheque or Cash Donations If you wish to write a cheque, please write it to the order of: The Timmins & District Humane Society PO Box 640 Timmins, ON P4N 7G2 Donate your Time The Timmins & District Humane Society organizes a number of events throughout the year to raise money for its continued operations. You can help by donating your time, energy and ideas in planning, organizing and managing these events. Are you an expert baker? Perhaps you could donate a batch of your favourite cookies to the next bake sale. If you can donate an hour or a day, for one time only or on a regular basis, please give us a call. Adopt a Pet Can you open your home and your heart to a dog or cat in need of a home? Many animals need secure, loving homes. We have dogs and cats of various breeds, sizes, and ages. Consider adopting an animal that really needs a home. You'll be rewarded with the unconditional love that only a pet can provide. Click the button below for more information. Adoptions

Join our Monthly Hero Program to support our animal shelter's mission with consistent donations. Your monthly contribution helps us care for animals in need, provide medical treatment, and find them forever homes. Become a hero for our shelter pets and make a lasting impact with your support. Monthly Hero Program Become a Monthly Hero Donor! Support Timmins & District Humane Society with a monthly gift. Join our community making a lasting impact for animals in need. Donate now! All about the program Did you know that monthly giving is the most efficient way to support the Timmins & District Humane Society? Our Monthly Hero Donors are a group of dedicated friends like you who make monthly gifts that provide a consistent, reliable income stream, allowing us to focus more resources on our lifesaving programs and less on raising the necessary funds. Members like it because it`s easy to budget and it feels great to be making a difference for animals every month of the year. Donate $5- $10- $20- $50 or an amount of your choosing every month. It will be automatically deducted from your paypal account or credit card and will go straight to the Timmins Humane Society. This monthly donation of yours will ensure that we are able to continue to feed, house and care for all the abandoned animals of Timmins, Ontario. If you prefer to give by phone please call 1-705-264-1816 People who donate $10 or more a month will get a charitable tax receipt at the end of the calendar year, which is great for tax purposes. Yes, I will give regularly to support animals in need!

Since 2006, we've saved over 4,000 adoptable animals from euthanasia by transferring them to partner shelters and rescue groups. Support our mission to give pets a second chance at finding a loving home through your donations. Second Chance Animal Transfer When the Timmins and District Humane Society took over the animal control contract for the City of Timmins in July of 2005, it was soon faced with the heart wrenching issue of having to euthanize perfectly adoptable animals due to lack of space. Not willing to accept this fate for the many loving and wonderful animals that came into our care we soon started thinking ‘outside the box’ for a solution. We first started transferring adoptable animals to the Sudbury Ontario SPCA Branch when they had room, but we were still left with not having enough space for all the animals that came into our care. So in February of 2006 the Society committed itself to no longer euthanizing adoptable animals simply because of a lack of space, and thus, we officially launched our Animal transfer program. Eventually called the ‘Second Chance’ Animal Transfer Program this transfer program began its inception with limited resources with respect to transfer locations, manpower, vehicle accessibility and related expenses. However, the Society remained committed, persevered and the program has grown by leaps and bounds. Today we outreach to humane societies that include the Cambridge Humane Society, Hamilton Burlington Humane Society, York Region Humane Society and Lincoln County Humane Society. We also outreach to rescue groups such as All Hearts Rescue, Lab Rescue Ontario, Speaking of Dogs and Tiny Paws Rescue. We are proud to say that due to the hard work, dedication and all consuming belief that we can avoid the needless euthanasia of adoptable dogs, the Timmins and District Humane Society can boast being a very busy pound that has not euthanized an adoptable dog since February of 2006. This means that to date the Society has transferred and saved over 4000 Animals from being euthanized. Despite our success we continue to need the support and monetary help of the community, since this program survives solely on donation funds. So please help us continue the amazing work we do for the Animals that come into our care and donate. Our staff, volunteers and Animals thank you!

Discover the mission of the Timmins & District Humane Society. Learn about our dedicated team and how we rescue, care for, and find homes for animals in need. Find out about our role in city pound services and explore ways to support us through adoption, donation, or volunteering. Who We Are The Timmins & District Humane Society (TDHS) is a registered charity (Charity # 87246 6198 RR0001). The Timmins & District Humane Society is incorporated as a charitable organization under the laws of Ontario. Championing Animal Welfare: A Compassionate Journey from Rescue to Forever Homes We are passionately committed to the well-being of animals in every dimension. Serving as both an adoption center and a secure refuge for lost and abandoned animals, our mission revolves around guaranteeing their comprehensive care and optimal health. At the heart of our efforts is a skilled and dedicated team, including veterinarians, animal care attendants, veterinary technicians, a receptionist-adoption coordinator, an executive director, and volunteers. Every adoptable animal that enters our shelter is meticulously prepared for adoption, eagerly anticipating the joy of finding their forever homes within the welcoming confines of our facility. Adopting animals not only saves lives but also brings joy and companionship into your home. Learn More Adopt Today! Your support through donations helps provide care, shelter, and a second chance for countless furry friends in need. Learn How Donate, it really helps! Volunteering is a rewarding way to make a positive impact by providing love and care to animals awaiting their forever homes Learn More Be a Volunteer Guardians of Compliance: TDHS Partnership Ensures Pet Welfare and Community Safety in Timmins In collaboration with the municipality of the City of Timmins, the TDHS oversees the operation of the City’s Pound Services under a contractual agreement. We diligently enforce both cat and dog by-laws to ensure a safe and compliant community. At the TDHS, we take pride in facilitating the sale and registration of cat and dog licenses on behalf of the City of Timmins. This convenient service is available not only at our own facility but also at three additional locations: both Pet Valu outlets and Hard Rock Animal Hospital. Dwarf Rabbit Green Parrot AI - Sad Cat Dwarf Rabbit 1/13 Join Our Compassionate Crew: Unleashing the Power of Volunteering! In addition to our dedicated staff, our phenomenal volunteer base plays a vital role in enhancing the well-being of our animals. From hands-on care and cleaning to dog walking, pet socialization, health services, adoption clinics, telephone and administration tasks, to organizing and participating in fundraising events—our volunteers are the heartbeat of our organization. If you’re passionate about making a positive impact and want to get involved, we invite you to reach out to us. Explore the Volunteer section on our website and submit your volunteer application form. Together, let’s create a community where every helping hand contributes to the welfare of our beloved animals! Quote Jeremy Bentham “The question is not, ‘Can they reason?’ nor, ‘Can they talk?’ but ‘Can they suffer?’”

Make a donation to honor or remember a person or pet. Celebrate birthdays, memorialize loved ones, or mark special occasions. Memoriams / Legacies Donate in Celebration, In Memory, In Honour of a Pet or Person Donate in Celebration, In Memory, In Honour of a Pet or Person Celebrate a person or a pet’s birthday, or send an e-card in memory of a loved one, whether a person or pet, who has passed away. It is a thoughtful way to acknowledge their life and to let the recipient know that you care and are thinking of them. There are also cards for other occasions, to choose from seasonally. Your donation will directly help support pets in your community. You will be given the option to have an e-card sent to a friend/family member notifying them of your gift . You can choose from a range of e-cards, see samples, below. You can include a personalized message with the e-card that we will be send to them by email instantly You will receive an income tax donation receipt instantly by email. Fill in the form below. If you have any questions, contact us at fundraising@tdhs.ca or by phone at 705-264-1816.

Become a foster parent to a cat or dog in need through the Timmins & District Humane Society. Provide a temporary, loving home and help animals prepare for adoption. Foster Program Exciting news from the Timmins & District Humane Society We’ve officially launched our foster care program! Instead of waiting for their second chance behind shelter walls, our beloved animals now have the opportunity to experience the warmth, comfort, and love of a real home while they await adoption. That’s where you come in. We’re looking for kind, compassionate members of our community to open their hearts and homes to pets in need—even if it’s just for a little while. Fostering is incredibly rewarding and can be tailored to suit your lifestyle. Whether you’re home full-time or just have a little extra love to give, there’s a foster opportunity that’s right for you. Here's how you can help 1 Short-Term Fostering Perfect for people who can commit for a week or two. These pets may just need a break from the shelter, recovery time after surgery, or a soft place to land before their adoption. 2 Long-Term Fostering Some animals need a little more time to find their forever homes. This could be senior pets, special medical cases, or those who simply don’t thrive in the shelter environment. If you're in it for the long haul, these animals will love you for it. 3 Kitten & Puppy Fostering Help us raise the tiniest, most vulnerable lives! From bottle babies needing round-the-clock care, to litters of weaned kittens and pups learning the ropes, your home could be their first safe haven. 4 Emergency or Weekend Fostering Great for those with limited availability. Sometimes we just need a place for an animal to stay for a few nights or over a weekend. Every night in a home makes a difference. We’ll provide all the supplies you need—food, litter, medical care—you provide the love and care. There’s a short application process to help us get to know you better and match you with the right animal for your home and experience level. 5 Hospice Care For those with the biggest hearts, hospice care offers love and comfort to terminally ill or elderly animals in their final chapter. It’s the most bittersweet kind of fostering, but also the most powerful gift you can give. Ready to be a hero in disguise? Click the link below to get started and join the TDHS foster family. You'll be giving a shelter pet the gift of healing, hope, and a second chance—right from the comfort of your home. If you're in the Timmins area and have a little extra room in your home and heart, fostering with the Timmins & District Humane Society can truly meaningful way to help your community and its animals. 💙 Fill out an Application

Support "Tuco's Trust" at the Timmins & District Humane Society, a vital fundraising effort to provide life-saving medical care for animals in need. Help us reach our $50,000 goal to ensure every animal gets a second chance. Donate today! Donate Now! Tuco's Trust Everyday an animal will find itself in need of life saving medical care! More often than not, those animals come to the Timmins and District Humane Society, because we are their last resort – their last chance! Tuco was one such case! A sweet, loving and happy fellow who came to us with significant malformed back legs that impact his hips and mobility. Specialists stated that ideally Tuco would undergo multiple surgeries to correct his mobility issues so he could live his life to the fullest. Unfortunately, the surgeries would cost up to $20,000 – a cost we simply could not afford as a small charity. Tuco is still with us and living on the alternative treatment plan, which is long term pain management and supportive health program, and physical assessments every six (6) months to ensure the treatment plan remains in effect. Tuco’s story is one of many, and the inspiration for the incredible fundraising journey the Timmins & District Humane Society (TDHS) is embarking on called Tuco’s Trust. Every day TDHS sees animals come through our door in need of a second chance! Some simply need a warm bed and their belly’s filled before being reunited with their family. Unfortunately, countless are in need of a new home – a forever family to call their own. Due to the increased demand for medical care, as we will never turn an animal away, our already strapped resources are being stretched to the breaking point. Animals that we would normally be able to help are now at risk of not getting their second chance, because we simply don’t have the funds to help them! In light of the ever-increasing medical cases, TDHS is launching the Tuco’s Trust with a goal of raising $50,000. A goal we hope will take away the always present question and worry about whether we have the funds to help an animal in need when they need us the most! A goal we hope will eliminate animals having to needlessly wait while we look for funds to help heal them! Animals like Tater, who came to us after being attacked by another dog, which resulted in serious puncture wounds and damage to his eye that his family could not afford to treat. Or Sahar, a young, abandoned cat who gave birth to kittens in the cold winter only to lose them because the traumatic birth resulted in her suffering from a severe prolapsed uterus. Both Tater and Sahara came to us needing emergency care! Emergency care we provided and that saved their lives. However, being able to provide this care to all animals coming to us for their second chance – animals like Tuco – requires us to have available funds. Emergency medical care costs can range from several hundred dollars, but more often than not, several thousand dollars. Support of Tuco’s Trust ensures the question whether our ability to save an animal’s life is met with a “Yes”, and not with the question “Do we have the money?”. Those interested in supporting Tuco’s Trust can do so by donating today! Donate Now! Help Us Reach Our Goal - Share Tuco's Trust with the World! Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Copy link

Learn when you can visit to adopt a pet, drop off donations, volunteer, or get assistance with other animal-related needs. Plan your visit with our updated schedule and contact information. Hours of Operation Mondays / Wednesdays / Fridays : 11:00am to 5:00pm Tuesdays / Thursdays: 11:00am to 6:00pm Saturdays and Sundays: CLOSED Telephone Answering Hours: Monday to Friday 11:00am to 5:00pm. After-Hours Emergency Services: For truly life threatening animal emergencies please call 705-365-7225

Discover rewarding volunteer opportunities at our animal shelter. Learn about our comprehensive training programs designed to help you care for animals in need, and find out how you can make a positive impact. Sign up to volunteer and be part of our mission to save lives. Volunteer Training Welcome to Timmins & District Humane Society Volunteer Training! Gain essential skills for making a positive impact on the lives of animals. Let's work together for their well-being. Thank you for joining our compassionate community! Dog Handling Please follow the link below to view our dog handling video. Link: https://youtu.be/QB1nir2XcGc TDHS Dog Walking Protocols Dogs that can be walked by volunteers have a pink “Walk Me” sign on their kennel door. If uncertain, please ask an employee. Always ask staff if certain dogs can be walked together or if must be walked alone. Dogs can be walked up and down Mahoney Rd and Caron Rd. Be aware of your surroundings and have control of the dog as you may encounter other dogs on your walk. Some of TDHS dogs might not like other dogs. ALL dogs must wear a chain collar/choke chain while on a walk (located in the hallway before the dog area). When used properly, this prevents the dog from slipping his collar and escaping your grip. Please watch: How to properly put a chain collar/choke chain on a dog. Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F7IUaCROT9E Alternately, a gentle leader (aka Halti) with safety clip may be used in place of a chain collar/choke chain if staff recommends this method for a particular dog. Please watch How to fit a Halti. Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQul_CrSqeU Please note: it is important to position your lead properly for the Halti to work adequately. Your lead should be under the dog’s head, coming up between you and the dog. Waste disposal bags for dogs are located on the side of the door, always carry them with you while walking a dog. Once used, they can be disposed in the industrial garbage outside. It is important to wear a high visibility vest, provided by TDHS, while walking our dogs in order to make yourself more visible to oncoming traffic. They are located in the exit room on the top shelf. Please store it back on the shelf when you are finished volunteering for the day. Staff will assist with setting you up with a dog for walking until you are comfortable with the process. Cat Handling Please follow the link below to view our cat handling video. Link: https://youtu.be/lx1jdbKhwWQ Cat Care Protocols for Adoption Rooms Write on the designated monitoring sheets if you notice any health concerns with a certain animal, if there’s an urgent concern, notify staff immediately. Blankets: Put all soiled blankets into the dirty laundry bin. Fluff and arrange the remaining clean blankets and add additional clean blankets/bed as needed. Cat trees: Use a brush to get rid of the fur on the cat tree. Surfaces and walls: Kuranda beds and other surfaces must be cleaned daily with Prevail disinfectant spray and a clean cloth. If dirty, walls can also be sprayed with Prevail and wiped with a cloth. Food and water: Add additional kibble to food bowls. If bowls are dirty, wash them properly before adding the food. Water bowls need to be replenished with fresh water every day. Water bowls also need to be washed properly. Please only use water from the right tap located in the kitchen or the dog area. The water from the normal faucet tap is not sampled, therefore is only recommended while doing dishes and is not to be consumed. Litter boxes: Litter boxes need to be scooped daily. Sweep and mop: Move items around as necessary to sweep and mop the floors properly. All mop water must be changed daily prior to mopping. Windows: Using either window cleaner or vinegar, spray windows and wipe with a small amount of paper towels. Enclosures: When the cat enclosures are open (during the summer months), please make sure to clean them as well (blankets, litter box, water). Washing dishes: Fill one sink with hot water and a squirt of dish soap to clean the dishes. Dishes can be left to air dry and then put away. All liter pans and litter scoops must be washed in the grooming room bathtub. Garbage: Garbage can in each cat area must be emptied every day once cleaning of that section is complete. Stock up: Stock up kibble, drinking water, blankets, treats, toys, paper towels, litter, litter pans, litter scoops, wet food, and utensils as needed each day. Health & Safety Please follow the link below to view our WHMIS Awareness video. Link: https://youtu.be/ignZ_jQkZaA

Find information on animal control, lost and found pets, and city by-laws related to pet ownership. Understand our role in ensuring community safety and discover resources for pet owners. Pound Services and By-Laws City of Timmins Pet Licensing Every day at the Timmins & District Humane Society dogs and cats arrive at the shelter lost and without identification. Most animals that arrive at the shelter display absolutely no form of identification and without id, it is very challenging and often impossible for the TDHS staff to reunite pets with their owners. Something so simple as identifying your pet can save its life. You love your pets and never expect that they could get lost.. yet hundreds of pets get lost in Timmins and area every year! This article will discuss the legal requirements and the rewards of properly identifying your pet in the City with the Heart of Gold. Municipalities across Canada have recognized the importance of pet identification by creating bylaws that require registration of all dogs and cats with a City Pet License. Please note that pet licenses expire annually! Each Neutered or Spayed Cat/Dog $35.00 per year Each Non-Neutered Cat/Dog $60.00 per year City of Timmins By-Law No. 2021-8593 Licensing, Registration, Regulation and Control of Cats and Dogs You can access the complete by-law by clicking here . Please note that this link directs you to the PDF on a website maintained by the City of Timmins. Additional information around Animal Control from the City of Timmins can be viewed here: https://www.timmins.ca/our_services/animal_control

Discover our animal shelter's compassionate end-of-life and pet cremation services. We offer humane care with options for private cremation and meaningful memorialization. Find the guidance and support you need to make thoughtful decisions during these challenging moments. End-of-Life & Cremation Services Compassionate End-of-Life Services for Beloved Pets at TDHS Losing a pet is a difficult and heartbreaking experience. Making the tough decision to provide end-of-life care for a beloved pet adds another layer of pain and sorrow. At TDHS, we offer both end-of-life and cremation services. While our mission is to save and help animals, we also recognize the importance of providing compassionate end-of-life care. This service is crucial not only for the humans saying goodbye to their cherished pets but also for the animals themselves. By offering these services at a reduced fee, we strive to ensure that no animal suffers when their time to leave us comes. Please note, end-of-life services are available by appointment only. We kindly ask that you call at least twenty-four hours in advance to schedule your desired date and time, helping us to accommodate your request without delay. For more information please call us at 705-264-1816 or email us at adoptions@tdhs.ca . End-of-Life Fees Animal Fee Dogs <33kgs $150 Dogs 34-49kgs $175 Dogs >50 kgs $235 Cats $120 Pocket Pets/Exotic $45 Cremation Fees Service Fee No Ashes Returned: Small (<6kg) $90 Medium (7-18kg) $110 Large (18-49kg) $125 X-Large (50+kg) $210 Pocket Pet / Exotic $50 Semi-Private (ashes returned): Small (<6kg) $240 Medium (7-18kg) $255 Large (18-49kg) $275 X-Large (50+kg) $375 Pocket Pet / Exotic $70 Private (ashes returned): Dogs (49kg and under) $455 Dogs (50kg and over) $570 Cats (any weight) $350 Pocket Pet / Exotic (any weight) $100 Other Fees Service Fee Freezer Storage $2 /Day ($100 deposit with reimbursement of rental difference) Urns Between $28 - $113

Meet the partners who share our passion for animal welfare at the Timmins & District Humane Society. Learn about the organizations that collaborate with us to make a positive impact on the lives of animals. Explore the shared goals and stories that drive our work together. Meet our Partners. Welcome to our virtual haven, where compassion and collaboration converge to make a paw-sitive impact on the lives of our furry friends. In this corner of the web, we proudly present our Partners. These dedicated organizations stand beside us, united by a common love for animals and a shared commitment to creating a better world for them. Together, we form a community that extends beyond pixels and pages, embodying the spirit of kindness that fuels our animal shelter. Get ready to embark on a journey through the heartwarming stories and shared goals that bind us together, as we introduce you to the compassionate souls who make our work possible. Hill's Science Diet Shelter Program Read More PetValu Read More Timmins Charitable Gaming Association Read More Want to become a Timmins & District Humane Society partner? Contact the shelter today at 705-264-1816 to find out how you can help be part of the solution to homeless animals in Timmins!