NEW ARRIVALS, NEW BEGINNINGS: MORE THAN 30 ANIMALS FIND HOPE AT TORONTO HUMANE SOCIETY
TORONTO, ON / AGILITYPR.NEWS / August 05, 2026 / TORONTO, ON. – August 5, 2026 – More than 30 dogs and cats have arrived at Toronto Humane Society this summer through transfers from partner shelters, with more expected in the coming weeks as the organization continues to work with shelter partners to help animals in need. Through Pledge for Paws, Toronto Humane Society is raising funds to provide the medical care, shelter, enrichment and behavioural support these animals need as they begin their next chapter.
As communities continue to respond to this summer's wildfires, Toronto Humane Society also stands ready to assist shelter partners with additional animal transfers should the need arise.
The campaign culminates at Paws in the Park Presented by Amazon, Toronto Humane Society's largest event of the year, taking place Saturday, August 15, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 11 River Street. Visitors will have the opportunity to meet some of the newest transferred dogs, cats and small animals looking for loving families.
"Every shelter transfer is a new beginning," said Melissa Shupak, Director of Animal Sheltering at Toronto Humane Society. "Thanks to the generosity of our community through Pledge for Paws, we're able to welcome more animals from partner shelters, provide the care they need, and prepare them for adoption. As needs evolve across the province and beyond, we're also ready to support our shelter partners whenever additional help is needed."
Among this year's Pledge for Paws ambassadors are four animals whose stories represent the many pets arriving at Toronto Humane Society this summer:
- Pookie, a three-year-old mixed-breed dog and the smallest member of the Pledge for Paws crew, is dreaming of a big future after arriving as part of a transfer from an overcrowded shelter.
- Hazel, a two-year-old mixed-breed dog arrived this summer needing medical care before beginning her search for a family.
- Leland, a three-month-old kitten, arrived alongside his siblings ready to start the biggest adventure of his young life.
- Lucy is a two-year-old cat with a big personality and an even bigger heart, waiting for the right family to give her the fresh start she deserves.
The ambassadors' journeys reflect those of hundreds of animals who arrive at Toronto Humane Society each year seeking safety, care and a chance to begin again.
To help even more animals, all donations made through Pledge for Paws will be matched dollar-for-dollar, up to $40,000, thanks to the generous support of Amazon, Evolve ETFs and Petline Insurance, doubling every donor's impact.
Supporters can make a matched donation, follow the ambassadors' stories, or learn more by visiting PledgeforPaws.com.
About Us
About Toronto Humane Society
Toronto Humane Society’s mission is to improve the lives of animals. The organization excels in all ways an animal shelter should, with industry- leading shelter care, veterinary services, animal training and behaviour consultations. Toronto Humane Society believes in the importance of the human-animal bond, finds new homes for thousands of animals and helps keep families together.
Toronto Humane Society is more than an animal shelter. They are an educational resource and support system, a leading voice in animal welfare and accessible care. The organization is also a centre of excellence, a space where best practices and boundary-pushing knowledge meet with unyielding optimism and a love for animals to create something special. Toronto Humane Society is like no other. For more information, visit www.torontohumanesociety.com.
Contacts
Lucas Solowey
Manager, Public Relations
communications@torontohumanesociety.comPhone: 647-699-7361
http://www.torontohumanesociety.com