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2022 08 12 - CBC Kitchener - After 3 snap traps used in Kitchener, humane society suggests less violent ways to deter wildlife
2022 08 12 - CKNX CityNews - Residents urged to use humane methods to deter wildlife after snap and Conibear traps found
2022 08 11 - Global News - Humane Society says inhumane traps being used to harm wildlife in Kitchener
2022 08 11 - CTV News - Humane society sees increase in 'inhumane trap' usage
2022 08 11 - City News - Humane Society concerned of 'inhumane traps' set in Waterloo Region
2022 07 16 - Stratford Today - Stratford residents named to Humane Society's board of directors
2022 07 14 - Stratford Today - Dash & Splash Pool party to raise funds for Humane Society
2022 07 13 - Stratford Beacon Herald - Stratford Perth Humane Society sets date for annual pool party fundraiser
2022 07 11 - Waterloo Region Record - Waterloo Regional Police have had eight calls about pets in hot cars so far this month
2022 07 11 - CTV News - 'No excuse': Experts remind pet owners to keep animals out of vehicles
2022 06 24 - Waterloo Region Record - Humane society warns about keeping pets in hot vehicles
2022 06 22 - The Ranch - Humane Society Advising Residents to Not Leave Pets in Hot Cars
2022 06 15 - Stratford Now - Don’t leave your pets unattended in hot vehicles. Stratford Perth Humane Society
2022 06 15 - Midwestern News - New Pet Pantry opens in Listowel
2022 06 15 - Stratford Beacon Herald - Stratford-area humane society expanding emergency Pet Pantry program
2022 06 15 - Midwestern News - Protect your pets in the heat wave
2022 06 11 - CityNews Kitchener - Humane Society Launches Bring Them Home Campaign
2022 06 08 - Toronto Star - Want to give a dog or cat a temporary home?
2022 06 08 - Cambridge Times - Kitchener Waterloo Humane Society looking for foster homes
2022 06 07 - CKNX News Today - Humane Society in need of fosters in Perth County
2022 06 06 - Waterloo Region Record - Kitchener-Waterloo humane society seeks foster homes as centre fills up
2022 06 03 - Kitchener CityNews - 'Pressing need' for animal foster homes in the region
2022 06 03 - Stratford Today - 'Pressing need' for animal foster homes in the region
2022 06 03 - CTV News - Humane Society says urgent need for foster homes in K-W, Stratford
2022 06 03 - 91.5 The Beat - Kitchener Humane Society puts out urgent call for foster caregivers
2022 06 03 - Global News - Kitchener Humane Society puts out urgent call for foster caregivers
2022 05 31 - My Stratford Now - Summer Camp for kids and Stratford Perth Humane Society
2022 05 23 - Stratford Today - Humane Society helping animals live their best life
2022 05 13 - CityNews Kitchener - What to do if you see a cat stuck in a tree
2022 05 09 - Stratford Today - Local Humane Society makes urgent call for foster homes
2022 05 06 - Chatham Daily News - Stratford Perth Humane Society looking for temporary homes
2022 05 06 - Stratford Beacon Herald - Local Humane Society seeking foster homes amid busy kitten season
2022 04 27 - Woolwich Observer - Getting back among our furry friends
2022 04 22 - Kitchener City News - Comedians hitting the stage tonight for Paws for Laughs
2022 04 19 - Stratford Beacon Herald - Paws for Laughs humane society fundraiser comedy show returns to Stratford this Friday
2022 04 11 - Global News - 2 charged after kittens found in garbage bag in Kitchener
2022 04 10 - Waterloo Region Record - A surge of pandemic puppies left at shelters never happened, but rabbits keep popping up
2022 04 10 - CTV News - Kittens found in trash bag taken to humane society, Kitchener residents arrested: WRPS
2022 04 06 - Global News - Five rabbits dumped outside Humane Society’s animal shelter in Kitchener
2022 04 06 - CTV News - Five domesticated rabbits found outside humane society in Kitchener
2022 04 06 - The Beacon Herald - Local humane society struggling to keep up with stray and surrendered pet rabbits
2022 04 06 - iHeart Radio - Humane Society seeing more stray and abandoned rabbits
2022 04 06 - Simcoe Reformer - 5 rabbits abandoned outside the Humane Society Animal Shelter in Kitchener
2022 03 30 - My Stratford Now - Paws For Laughs
2022 03 24 - CTV News - Parents upset over autism policy at St. Mary’s animal rescue
2022 03 07 - My Stratford Now - Virtual Beer Tasting Event St. Paw-tricks Day
2022 01 31 - My Stratford Now - Bake for the Animals , strategic plan & foster program
2022 01 28 - CTV News - Tips to keep your pets warm during extreme cold
2022 01 24 - The Beacon Herald - Perth County Humane Society adopting plans for more community outreach
2022 01 24 - The Beacon Herald - Local Humane Society once again recruiting bakers for annual Baking for the Animals fundraiser
2022 01 21 - CTV News - Rabies & Microchip Clinics & Betty White Update
2022 01 19 - Waterloo Region Record - Humane Societies Thankful For Betty White Challenge
2022 01 18 - CBC News - Betty White Challenge Brigs Almost 80K to K-W, Guelph Humane Societies
2022 01 13 - The Beacon Herald - Stratford Perth Humane Society Takes Up Animal Control Of Zorra Township
2022 01 07 - CTV News - Betty White Challenge

2021 10 15 - CTV News - Humane Society Community Program and Animals for Adoption
2021 10 12 - MyStratfordNow - Six Spots Still Available in Stratford for Vets in Training Program
2021 10 08 - Global News - Humane Society's Vets in Training Program Returns to Kitchener, Stratford
2021 10 08 - Stratford Times - 'Paws for Laughs' Making People Laugh While Supporting Stratford Perth Humane Society
2021 10 07 - KitchenerToday.com - Youth Can Learn What It Takes to Be a Veterinarian
2021 10 05 - KitchenerToday.com - Local Humane Society Launches Howl-O-Ween Photo Contest
2021 10 04 - The Beacon Herald - Canadian Comedians Headline Fundraiser for Stratford Animal Shelter
2021 09 23 - The Beacon Herald - 25th Annual Paws in the Park fundraiser to show off Stratford Perth Humane Society's new dog park
2021 09 23 - CTV - Student Foster Program (Interview)
2021 09 12 - CTV - Pups take over the Kiwanis Park pool for Humane Society Fundraiser
2021 09 09 - The Beacon Herald - Stratford Perth Humane Society hosting 25th annual Paws in the Park
2021 08 26 - CTV - 'Dash and Splash' Humane Society Fundraiser Returns to Kiwanis Park
2021 08 26 - KitchenerToday.com - Humane Society to Host 'Dash and Splash' Sept. 12
2021 08 26 - Global News - Dog Day Afternoon Returns to Kiwanis Park
2021 08 24 - The Beacon Herald - Local Humane Society Recognized with Imagine Canada Trustmark
2021 08 24 - KitchenerToday.com - Humane Society receives accreditation from Imagine Canada
2021 08 09 - CTV News - Advice during kitten season
2021 08 03 - CTV News - Humane society reopens Kitchener, Stratford centres to the public
2021 07 26- Cambridge Times - Some Waterloo Region animal rescues expect to adopt pandemic-era changes in the long run
2021 07 26 - Woodstock Sentinel Review - Spot in humane society pet calendar on the line during fundraising photo contest
2021 07 24 - Thestar.com - Less than a week left to vote for your favourite pets in Waterloo Region humane society's calendar contest
2021 07 23 - Global News - Kitchener Waterloo Humane Society holding pet photo calendar photo contest
2021 07 23 - KWNow - Submit your pet photos and vote in humane society's 2022 calendar contest
2021 07 14 - The Woolwich Observer - The Humane Society launches new foster program
2021 07 14 - The Beacon Herald - Humane society offering unique foster program to Perth County students
2021 07 07 - CTV - Humane Society in search of 'loving home' for orphaned ducklings
2021 06 30 - 91.5 the Beat - Students can now get their community service hours by fostering animals from the humane society
2021 06 30 - blackburnnews.com - Stratford Perth Humane Society offering students new way to earn volunteer hours
2021 06 30 - CTV - Stratford Perth high schoolers can foster animals for community service hours
2021 06 23 - 570 News - HSKWSP Annual General Meeting: 2020 Highlights
2021 06 21 - CTV - Kitten Season at Humane Society
2021 06 17 - The Beacon Herald - Southwestern Ontario animal welfare agencies form new advocacy and support network
2021 06 16 - CTV - Escaped snake still on the loose in Kitchener neighbourhood, now missing for one week
2021 06 08 - Theranch100.com - Humane Society ramps us events for the month
2021 06 07 - The Beacon Herald - Humane Society of Kitchener Waterloo and Stratford Perth raising money at onset of kitten season
2021 06 07 - KitchenerToday.com - Humane society looking for help with 'kitten season'
2021 06 02 - KitchenerToday.com - Is dog-breeding out of control in Wellesley Township?
2021 05 25 - CTV - How to prep your dog for when life returns to normal
2021 05 23 - CTV - Remember not to leave your a pet in a car unattended, Guelph police and humane society say
2021 05 21 - KitchenerToday.com - Humane Society reminding owners not to leave pets in hot vehicles
2021 05 21 - CTV - Watch out for turtles on the roads, KW humane society warns
2021 05 04 - The Beacon Herald - Fundraiser fetches animal shelter much-needed upgrades
2021 05 04 - Theranch100.com - Stratford Perth Humane Society Reaches Campaign Goal
2021 05 03 - My Stratford Now - Successful Centre Advancement Campaign for the Humane Society
2021 04 14 - My Stratford Now - Stratford Perth Humane Society collecting donations to build new dog park
2021 04 12 - CTV News - How to prevent and remove ticks as weather warms up
2021 04 07 - 91.5 The Beat - Humane Society raising money for much needed medical equipment
2021 04 07 - KitchenerToday.com Humane Society looking to raise $100K for new medical equipment, onsite park improvements
2021 03 29 - KitchenerToday.com Humane society holding 50/50 raffle
2021 03 29 - The Beacon Herald Humane society launches online fundraising raffle as kitten season begins
2021 03 21 - Cambridge Times Puppies are helping people get through this pandemic
2021 02 17 - CTV Kitchener "Just heartbreaking": Family forced to put down five-month-old puppy, warns others to do research
2021 02 16 - CTV Kitchener "I could just lean on her": how our dogs saved us during the COVID-19 pandemic
2021 02 01 - New Hamburg Independent Bake for the Animals to help humane society in Waterloo region
2021 01 26 - KitchenerToday.com Community Comes Through to Help Dog Found with Large Tumor
2021 01 26 - Global News Waterloo Region Residents Rally to Help Elderly Stray Dog with Tumor
2021 01 26 - CTV Kitchener Community Raises more than $8600 for Stray Dog with Tumor
2021 01 22 - 10772Day FM Stratford (Radio Interview) Foster Parents Urgently Needed - interview with Nicole Swartzentruber of The Humane Society
2021 01 14 - TheRecord.com Pop-up vet clinics in Waterloo Region to offer care for pet and pet owner
2021 01 08 - CTV Kitchener Missing cat found in Wilmot field reunited with owner after 10 years
2021 01 06 - KitchenerToday.com Humane Society Receives $30K in funding to help vulnerable pets

2020 12 29 - WaterlooChronicle.ca 2020 Heroes: Kitchener-Waterloo foster parent provided a safe haven for homeless pets
2020 12 24 - KitchenerToday.com Adopt Me: IHOP is a curious bunny
2020 12 23 - KitchenerToday.com Pet Adoptions Remain Steady at The Humane Society
2020 12 17 - KitchenerToday.com Adopt Me: Crystal Would Like a Home for Christmas
2020 12 14 - CambridgeTimes.ca Kitchener Waterloo Humane Society in need of foster volunteers
2020 12 10 - KitchenerToday.com Adopt Me: Ralph Needs a Running Buddy
2020 12 09 - KitchenerToday.com Laurier Partners with Humane Society, SPCA to help foster animals in need
2020 12 03 - KitchenerToday.com Adopt Me: Kenny is looking for an active family (adopted)
2020 11 18 - CTV Kitchener Residents concerned after popular turkey comes up lame
2020 11 09 - CambridgeTimes.ca Waterloo region vet world coping with a surge of new pets during pandemic
2020 11 07 - KitchenerToday.com Humane Society Running a Number of Fundraisers in November
2020 11 01 - CBC News Humane Society holds low-cost rabies vaccination and microchip clinics this month
2020 10 27 - KitchenerToday.com Humane Society to offer low-cost rabies vaccination, microchip clinics
2020 10 20 - KitchenerToday.com Humane Society running Howl-O-Ween photo contest
2020 10 07 - KitchenerToday.com Mildred the dog finds forever home
2020 10 06 - CTV Kitchener Senior dog found abandoned on road in plastic bag finds forever home
2020 10 02 - Waterloo Chronicle Humane Society of Kitchener Waterloo in "urgent need" of foster families
2020 10 02 - Kitchener Today The Humane Society in urgent need of new foster families
2020 10 01 - CTV News Kitchener Dog who was found in plastic bag on roadside is now ready for adoption
2020 09 28 - TheRanch100.com Stratford Perth Humane Society Needs More Foster Families
2020 09 18 - Stratford Beacon Herald Humane Society brings fundraising efforts online
2020 08 25 - CBC News Kitchener holds marathon session on fate of dangerous dog
2020 08 14 - KitchenerToday.com Mildred Needs Your Help! campaign raises over $15,000
2020 08 07 - CTV News Kitchener Senior dog found in plastic bag on roadside
2020 08 07 - Global News Fundraiser launched for dog found roadside in platic bag near Listowel, Ont.
2020 08 07 - CBC Mildred the dog survives being left in plastic bag on roadside, but needs surgery
2020 07 30 - KitchenerToday.com Adopt Me: An Interview with Milky Way
2020 07 25 - KitchenerToday.com Astrodog Media selling new t-shirt to support KW Humane Society
2020 07 16 - CTV News Don't leave your pet in a hot car, humane society urges as calls increase
2020 07 16 - KitchenerToday.com Humane society responds to multiple complaints about dogs left in hot cars
2020 07 16 - KWNow.ca Hot Cars Can Kill
2020 07 15 - The Record Wildlife enjoying human-free pandemic, roadkill calls down 11%
2020 07 07 - KWNow.ca Register for this award winning animaniacs summer camp online program for kids
2020 07 07 - KWNow.ca Humane Society optimistic after successful year - hold first online AGM
2020 07 02 - TheObserver Holiday fireworks can have a big impact on pets
2020 06 30 - KitchenerToday.com Humane Society holds first AGM online
2020 06 30 - CTV News Humane Society hosts first ever online annual general meeting
2020 06 24 - Bonn Park Podcast Interview with Jacqueline Watty, Humane Society Board Member
2020 05 30 - Rogers TV Kathrin Delutis of KWSPHS explains the adoption process during COVID-19
2020 05 29 - TheRecord.com Concerns up to 40 guinea pigs have been set free in Waterloo Park
2020 05 28 - Woolwich Observer Pet adoptions on the rise during lockdown
2020 05 26 - KitchenerToday.co Humane Society asking pet owners to keep pets cool during heat wave
2020 04 30 - Woolwich Observer Elmira-based food company launches contest in support of animal shelters
2020 04 30 - CTV News Experts warn against "Impulsive Decisions" with pet adoptions on the rise
2020 04 24 - CTV News Calling all cute pets at home
2020 04 23 - The Stratford Beacon Herald Pet owners find solace in four-legged friends
2020 04 23 - KitchenerToday.com Humane Society helping pet owners during pandemic
2020 04 23 - Global News Coronavirus: Kitchener-Waterloo Humane Society receives three emergency calls for pet care Monday
2020 04 16 - KitchenerToday.com Habitat for Humanity lends a hand again
2020 04 13 - Waterloo Chronicle Pet food bank taking orders as of Tuesday in Waterloo Region
2020 04 09 - Waterloo Region Record Waterloo Region, Stratford humane societies set up emergency pet food bank
2020 04 09 - The Stratford Beacon Herald Emergency pet food banks set up in Stratford and Kitchener
2020 04 07 - The Stratford Beacon Herald Stratford Perth Humane Society desperate for foster homes amid COVID-19 pandemic
2020 04 05 - MyStratfordNow.com Stratford Perth Humane Society looking for temporary homes
2020 04 02 - CTV News How the Humane Society deals with the pandemic
2020 03 31 - KitchenerToday.com Humane Society has donation wishlist
2020 03 25 - KitchenerToday.com Humane Society shifting to essential services only
2020 03 25 - Stratford Beacon Herald Stratford Perth Humane Society closes amid COVID 19 pandemic
2020 03 25 - MyStratfordNow.com Humane Society of Kitchener Waterloo & Stratford Perth moves to essential services only
2020 03 24 - CBC Kitchener Waterloo Humane Society suspends adoption
2020 03 23 - CTV Kitchener Adoptions, fosters needed to reduce strain on local humane societies
2020 03 20 - Waterloo Region Record Kitchener, Cambridge Humane Societies brace for overcrowding
2020 03 18 - CBC Young girl in hospital with serious injuries after attack by 3 dogs
2020 03 18 - Global News Young girl attached by 3 dogs in Kitchener: Police
2020 03 18 - CTV Young girl attacked by 3 dogs, police say
2020 03 13 - KitchenerToday.com Community events cancelled, postponed due to COVID-19
2020 03 13 - Streatford Beacon Herald Think ahead about pet care in event of self-isolation
2020 03 12 - KitchenerToday.com Adopt Me: This pair goes together like Cake and Coffee
2020 02 27 - KitchenerToday.com Adopt Me: This senior boy is full of energy
2020 02 26 - MyStreatfodNow.com Seventeen cats and dog surrendered to the Stratford Perth Humane Society
2020 02 26 - CTV News 18 animals surrendered in poor condition to Stratford Humane Society
2020 02 26 - London Free Press Humane Society seeking help after owner surrenders 17 cats and 1 dog
2020 02 26 - Stratford Beacon Herald Humane Society seeking help after owner surrenders 17 cats and 1 dog
2020 02 24 - MyStratfordNow.com Responsible Pet Ownership campaign highlighted at meeting in Stratford
2020 02 23 - KitchenerToday.com Enjoy a treat during KW Humane Society Fundraiser
2020 02 21 - Global News From science to sports to the arts, a few of 2020's March break camps in Waterloo Region
2020 02 12 - KitchenerToday.com Keeping it nice and simple is the secret of their success: Baden Coffee Company
2020 02 10 - MyStratfordNow.com Stratford Perth Humane Society experiencing significant increase in demand for services
2020 02 03 - CambridgeTimes.ca Lose a dog in North Dumfries? Call Kitchener-Waterloo
2020 01 29 - Waterloo Chronicle "Completely Blown Away": Winterloo's Uptown Food Crawl raises 5k for KW Humane Society
2020 01 20 - Waterloo Chronicle Bake for the Animals to help Kitchener-Waterloo Humane Society