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Guelph Humane Society’s Happy Tails Gala: Moonlight Midway Raises $115,000 to Help Vulnerable Animals

GUELPH, ON. (November 17, 2025) — The Guelph Humane Society (GHS) is pleased to announce that the 2025 Happy Tails Gala: Moonlight Midway raised $115,000 net to support vulnerable animals across Guelph and Wellington County. Proudly presented by title sponsor, GoWylde Real Estate, this year’s gala welcomed 245 guests for an evening that celebrated animals, community generosity and the lifesaving work made possible through donor support.

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Guelph Humane Society asks public to consider adopting a new best friend during PetSmart Charities of Canada National Adoption Week

GUELPH, ON (September 16, 2025) — The Guelph Humane Society (GHS) is working to keep pets safe by offering a low-cost microchip clinic on Saturday, September 20th, to help make it easier to bring lost pets back home.

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Guelph Humane Society Hosts Low-Cost Microchip Clinic to Keep Pets Safe

GUELPH, ON (September 16, 2025) — The Guelph Humane Society (GHS) is working to keep pets safe by offering a low-cost microchip clinic on Saturday, September 20th, to help make it easier to bring lost pets back home.

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An evening of magic and second chances: Happy Tails Gala “Moonlight Midway” tickets on sale now eed

August 18, 2025 (GUELPH, ON) The midway lights are set to sparkle in Guelph as the Guelph Humane Society (GHS) announces tickets are on sale now for its largest fundraising event of the year, the Happy Tails Gala: Moonlight Midway, proudly presented by title sponsor GoWylde Real Estate. 

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Guelph pets strike a pose in annual photo contest to support animals in need

August 1, 2025 (GUELPH, ON) – The Guelph Humane Society’s (GHS) annual Cutest Pet Photo Contest is back and local pets are once again competing for the crown, all in support of animals still waiting for their forever homes.

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Guelph Humane Society encourages people to adopt a pet in need during PetSmart Charities of Canada National Adoption Week

July 24, 2025 (Guelph, ON) – Pets are family, and can bring hope, companionship and unconditional love to their people. Adopting a pet in need of a home can also impact communities, alleviating strain on overcrowded shelters. That’s why the Guelph Humane Society (GHS) will bring adoptable pets to PetSmart at 183 Silvercreek Parkway in Guelph Monday July 21st until Sunday, July 27th for PetSmart Charities of Canada® National Adoption Week, taking place July 21 – 27. GHS aims to find homes for more than 20 kittens and cats during the event.

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Guelph Humane Society urges pet owners to take precautions during hot weather

June 22, 2025 (GUELPH, ON) With temperatures expected to soar above 30°C this week, the Guelph Humane Society (GHS) is reminding the public that leaving pets in parked vehicles, even for a few minutes, can be deadly.

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$64,000+ raised for vulnerable animals through Guelph Humane Society Walk-a-thon  

Guelph, ON – June 10, 2025 – The Guelph Humane Society (GHS) is excited to announce the success of its 3rd annual Happy Trails Walk-a-thon, proudly presented by Wellington Laboratories.  

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TAIL-WAGGING FUNDRAISER RETURNS TO GUELPH THIS JUNE

Guelph Humane Society Walk-a-thon aims to raise $35,000 to help animals in need

The Guelph Humane Society’s (GHS) largest outdoor fundraiser of the year is back. The third annual Happy Trails Walk-a-thon, proudly presented by Wellington Laboratories, takes place Sunday, June 8, at the GHS facility at 190 Hanlon Creek Blvd. (more…)

Paws on Pavement: A Day for Compassion and Community 

Guelph Humane Society invites the public to step up for animals in need, inspired by new Impact Report.

April 25, 2025. (Guelph, ON) – This Saturday, April 26, the Guelph Humane Society (GHS) invites the community to take kindness to locations across Guelph with Paws on Pavement, a citywide fundraiser aimed at giving vulnerable animals the second chances they deserve. (more…)