Most cats need a buddy!
Kittens should always have another kitten or young cat so they can learn how to be a cat!
Please think about the cat you are adopting and their best interests for a fulfilling life with your family🐾💗

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It has been a very interesting year…

Our little group of volunteers were super busy - and  it hasn’t really slowed down. 
Although we have had already had some snow flying, we are still getting requests to take in pregnant cats, tiny kittens and adult cats and dogs.  

Many of the over 200 individual animals that we saved this year came to us because the larger organizations were not taking them in, or had very limited adoptions. 
We also took in cats from two different hoarding situations, owner surrenders because of people passing, or losing their jobs, or needing to move.

Kittens are expected during the summer - but the abandoned and senior animals are the most heartbreaking.

Caring for more than 200 animals takes dedication and we are so grateful for our volunteer drivers, fosters, and our supportive veterinarians. 
Because we have no paid staff, we can be very efficient with your generous donations - money is spent on good quality food, and on both regular and emergency vet care - and not on a fancy building or big salaries.

If you are in a position to help us financially, we have gift packages:
Etransfer to hello@compassionforpaws or
PayPal.me/compassionforpaws

$30 Packages include:
-a holiday card
-an explanation of the program, and 
-an unframed 4x6” print of a cat, dog or bunny (your choice)

$50 Packages include:
-a holiday card
-an explanation of the program, and 
-an unframed 5x7” print of a cat, dog or bunny (your choice)

$100 Packages include:
-a holiday card
-an explanation of the program, and 
-3 unframed 5x7” prints (cat, dog and bunny)

Packages can be mailed directly to the recipient, or we can mail them to you, so that you can distribute them to your friends and family 

We are also offering “stocking stuffer” packages!
$10 stocking stuffer packages include:
-a holiday card
-an explanation of the program, and
-an ATC (Artist Trading Card) 
Also available 6 for $50

Thank you so much for being part of our community.
Together, this year, we made a huge difference in the lives of over 200 lovely creatures. 
Next year, with your help, will be even better

Wishing you all the joy and compassion of this season.
Shelly, 
Compassion For Paws

Want to be able to make friends with new dogs when you meet them? You can signal that you’re friendly by using canine body language!

We often hear that you’re supposed to offer a dog the back of your hand to sniff, but the body language of this move is actually quite threatening. When we lean forward to offer our hand, we’re facing the dog square on, looming over them, making eye contact and invading their space. All of those signals combine into an intimidating message, and as a result many dogs will become uncomfortable when greeted in this fashion. Confident dogs will usually respond with a couple of signals like turning their head away, yawning, or licking their nose, which means they’d like the human to ease up a bit. Shy or anxious dogs will back away, cower, or even growl, snap or bite.

The best way to greet a dog is to either stand side on to them and invite them over by patting your leg or calling to them, or crouch down on the ground and let them come to you. This method ensures that it’s the dog’s choice to come and say hello – they’re moving up to you, rather than you moving up to them.

If the dog chooses not to approach, it means that they don’t want to say hello. It’s important that you respect that choice, and leave them be. If you’re going to be spending some time with the dog, be patient and hang back – the best way to win the trust of a shy dog is to avoid putting pressure on them to interact. Move slowly, blink your eyes a lot to avoid staring, and don’t speak loudly. If they approach to sniff you, don’t pet them right away. Let them sniff, then when they’re finished move away from them and try inviting them closer again.

Best of luck making some new doggie friends Dog Geeks! We’d love to hear how being conscious of your body language has helped you greet dogs, or if you’ve ever won the trust of a shy dog by being patient and avoiding pressuring them.

- Maddie Ross CPDT-KA

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For more graphics and videos on training and behaviour, check out our library: https://www.beacondogtraining.com.au/thatdoggeek

Winter is fast approaching. Remember hay is for horses and straw is for strays.
Most rescues are trying but overwhelmed. Working TOGETHER let’s us - as a community- - help so many more!🐾💗

Fostering really does save lives💗
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If you ever need to rehome your animal companions - please be responsible! Their lives are at stake...
Kijiji and other social media sites are not the place - reach out to a rescue or a no kill shelter in your area.
Ask about their adoption process! And if you can afford a surrender fee, it helps to pay for vetting and for providing food and supplies.
Make sure to be honest with the rescue about any medical or behavioural concerns your animal has - it helps us make the best possible fostering and adoption match

CONGRATULATIONS
to @goodboy_zax !

Email me at shellyhawleyyan@gmail.com
to start your custom portrait 💗

Have you considered opening your home and your heart to a family in need?
We are always looking for foster homes in the GTA, Caledon, KW area.
If you are interested, please email hello@compassionforpaws.ca
Thanks!🐾💗

Happy Tongue Out Tuesday from Cece!
She doesn't always have that kind of attitude - she's actually very sweet!
Need some Cece in your life?
Apply online at compassionforpaws.ca

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Monday - just leave me be! 💗
Simba doing his best Monday morning impression of a pretzel…

We love the magical look of black kitties!
Please keep your friends safe and comfortable!
The constantly ringing doorbell, noisy trick-or-treaters - it's scary for our animal friends!
And make sure not to leave candy where they can get their paws on it!
Happy Halloween!

"The Watcher" is on duty - what does she see that I can't?
Happy Hallowe'en and Samhain everyone!
(Digital artwork by Shelly @ondragonwingsstudio)

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Happy adoption day Howie! Originally a northern boy from Cobalt, it took him less than 10 minutes in his new home to start rolling and purring…
He’s got a room full of toys, a new dog friend and two little girls to love on him…
Have a wonderful life dear boy! 💗🐾💗

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