"The OSPCA's spay/neuter public education campaign will help heighten public awareness of the
need to act responsibly when it comes to caring for our pets," says Community Safety and Correctional Services
Minister Rick Bartolucci. "We must do what we can to reduce the number of unwanted pets that end up fending for
themselves, becoming ill, injured or dying on Ontario's streets."
-Rick Bartolucci, Minister of Community Safety and Correctional Services
"Having your pet spayed or neutered helps control the pet population and ensures that you won't be adding to
this tremendous burden. Reluctance to spay and neuter pets typically comes from misplaced pity or misconceptions.
Most people don't know that pet overpopulation directly impacts the cycle of neglect and abuse. Enjoy your pets, love
your pets...but don't let them contribute to a problem that's already out of hand."
-RyanDan, Musicians
"Spaying or neutering is one of the first good things owners can do for their pets, in addition to the love, care
and respect that owners should provide for a lifetime. The reward is a healthy, happy pet who will love you forever, and
the knowledge that you're helping to keep animals out of shelters".
-Josey Kitson, Project and Member Society Development Manager, WSPA Canada
"Effective spay/neuter programs are critical to ending the tragedies of pet homelessness and euthanasia. We strongly
support spay and neuter services for cats and dogs to prevent the births of millions of pets for whom there are no homes, thereby
reducing the number of pets who end up in shelters or suffer and die as strays.".
-Susana M. Della Maddalena, Executive Director PetSmart Charities, Inc.
"Having your pet spayed or neutered is an essential part of responsible pet ownership. We encourage
you to contact your local veterinarian to discuss the many benefits of these important procedures. Your veterinarian
can answer any questions you may have about the surgery and required aftercare, and give you helpful advice to ensure
your pet has a healthy and happy life.".
-Dr. Jim Hysen, OVMA President
