Humane Society of Durham Region

Community Services

COVID-19 (Corona Virus) UPDATE

As a result of the current situation with COVID-19 (corona virus) the HSDR has made the decision to close the shelter to public effective tomorrow, Tuesday March 17^th, 2020 until further notice. The health, safety and well-being of our staff, volunteers, visitors and our animals remains our first priority.

We will continue, without a doubt, to provide care for the animals in our shelter.

For urgent or essential services, the public may arrange an appointment at the HSDR by calling the shelter at 905-665-7430 ex 0 during regular business hours.

We will continue to keep a close monitor on the situation and we remain committed to keeping you updated along the way.

Thank you once again for your support for the HSDR and for the animals we care for each day.

Toronto Humane Society's Durham Region Subsidized Spay/Neuter Transportation Service

https://www.torontohumanesociety.com/what-we-do/spay-neuter-durham

Cat Spay/Neuter Voucher

This program is to benefit low income individuals. In order to qualify you must be a resident of Durham Region and be able to provide photo ID with address and also be receiving on of the following subsidized incomes:

• Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS)

• ODSP

• CPP Disability

• Ontario Works

• OVMA Safe Pet Program

In order to receive a voucher you must bring photo ID, proof of address and proof of government assistance.

Food Bank

We have a public food bank to assist those who are going through a tough time to help them feed their pets. Our food bank is available to be used once per month and is for short-term help. We distribute food and treats as needed and available. Since we rely on donation for our food supply, the quantity and type may vary each day. We do our best to distribute equally and fairly to everyone in need.

• A piece of Photo ID is required in order to access the food bank.