Volunteers!
Pets!
History!
Services!
Adoption!
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What are some basic functions volunteers do around the THS?
- Feeding our kittens in our kitten nursery - Socializing and grooming with our adult cats - Walking and interacting with our dogs - Handling and socializing our special species such as rabbits, guinea pigs, gerbils, hamsters and others - Helping staff with client care for a positive experience in customer service - helping staff with administration duties
100
Which types of pets are admitted into THS?
The THS will take in all types of pets
100
What does THS stand for?
The Toronto Humane Society
100
What are the open timings for the THS?
Monday to Friday - 11am to 6pm Saturday and Sunday - 10am to 5pm
100
What is implanted under the pet's skin to provide permanent pet identification?
A Microchip
200
What is the amount of volunteers helping in the THS?
over 500 volunteers!
200
How long are animals kept at the THS?
They are kept until they are adopted
200
The THS started with a $2 donation to which animal?
A white workhorse
200
What animal is the Spay/Neuter Services main focus?
Cats
200
What is the amount needed to adopt a cat?
$60
300
What is the amount of times volunteers take the dogs out for walks?
At least 4 times a day
300
How does the THS clean the food bowls and clothing belonging to the animals?
They use HUGE dishwashers & dryers!
300
What was the first name of the founder of THS?
John
300
What are the people who help in the recovery of animals that are not quite ready for adoption called?
Foster Parent Volunteers
300
What is the amount needed for dog adoption?
$180
400
What is the first step of becoming a volunteer?
Attending a volunteer orientation session
400
Name one thing from THS’s mission statement
.“to promote the humane care and protection of all animals and to prevent cruelty and suffering”
400
What was John Kelso’s job before he founded THS?
He was a journalist for ‘The World’ newspaper
400
What are some things taught in the training classes for dogs?
Ownership skills to more complex problems such as separation anxiety, destructiveness or aggression
400
What is the address to the THS?
11 River Street
500
How old should you be to volunteer at the THS?
You must be at least 18 years of age
500
What is so special about the animal cages?
-They have doubled in size -All cages are on wheels for easy transportation -Specific areas in the cage are separated from each other
500
In what year did the THS launch?
The THS launched in the year 1887
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What is a feral cat?
A feral cat is just like a house cat but it has been born outside and has little to no human contact
500
What is the amount needed for a special needs dog adoption?
$80
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