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CTV News
7 hours ago
- General
- CTV News
Capacity reached at Windsor-Essex Humane Society
Peak capacity has been reached at the Windsor Essex County Humane Society, which poses a challenge for ongoing animal rescue efforts. Peak capacity has been reached at the Windsor Essex County Humane Society (WECHS), which poses a challenge for ongoing animal rescue efforts. The organization is a refuge offering rescue and relief for animals in need and seeing the current intake capacity of approximately 450 animals at this time of the year is not uncommon. Despite this challenge, the organization's core mission remains unaffected, to eliminate all forms of animal suffering caused by overpopulation, neglect, ignorance, and abuse. Currently, efforts are underway to accommodate the numbers in-house and address the expected intake for the rest of the summer season. Lynnette Bain is the executive director of WECHS. Bain is hopeful that the community can help. 'What we want the public to remember is, hey, if you're looking for an animal to join your family, adopt - don't shop,' said Bain. 'Come and look and see what we have. Lots of cats. Lots of kittens. We're working with PetSmart this week for an adoption promotion, so there are a lot of kittens available there. But other things the public can do is just recognize that if you need to surrender an animal or bring an animal in, to call and book an appointment first.' WECHS is a charitable organization and donations are tax deductible. Donated funds support the direct care of animals, the adoption/fostering process and all efforts to save and protect animal lives in our community.
CTV News
4 days ago
- General
- CTV News
Kitchener and Cambridge make top 10 list of cat-loving cities
An orange kitten looks out from a cage in this undated image. (Nothing Ahead/ A new report suggests Kitchener and Cambridge may be the cat's meow when it come to feline affection. PetSmart Canada put out a news release ahead of their PetSmart Charities of Canada National Adoption Week, revealing their top 10 cat-loving cities based on an index including cat adoptions and the sale of cat-related products. Cambridge came in at number three, behind East York and Langley, B.C. Kitchener, meanwhile, claimed the sixth spot. The data was collected between June 17, 2024 and June 16, 2025. 'We're seeing an incredible rise in cat appreciation across Canada, and our index of the top cat-loving cities truly highlights this passion,' Charndeep Grewal, vice president of merchandising at PetSmart Canada, said. The release said cat adoptions have outpaced dog adoptions for the past several years. 'It's fair to say cats are having a moment,' said Aimee Gilbreath, president of PetSmart Charities of Canada. 'This index shows us that cat parenting is more universal than you might think, and those old stereotypes no longer apply. More people than ever are enjoying the playful nature of cat companionship. Cats can thrive in smaller living spaces, and their independence often makes them incredibly appealing to pet parents who can't get out for regular walks.' PetSmart teams up with local rescues and animal shelters to provide adoption opportunities in-store and at special events. Full list
Cision Canada
4 days ago
- General
- Cision Canada
PetSmart Names Top 10 Cat-Loving Cities in Canada
BURLINGTON, ON, July 15, 2025 /CNW/ -- Move over dogs, cats are now more popular than ever. For the past several years, cat adoptions have outpaced dog adoptions, fueling a rising feline fandom. Ahead of PetSmart Charities of Canada National Adoption Week, PetSmart today unveiled the top 10 cat-loving cities in Canada leading this trend – where residents are not only adopting more cats but spoiling them most with the highest purchases of cat toys, treats and other pampering products from PetSmart. "We've been following this trend as cat adoptions outpace dog adoptions – and it's fair to say cats are having a moment," said Aimee Gilbreath, president of PetSmart Charities of Canada. "This index shows us that cat parenting is more universal than you might think, and those old stereotypes no longer apply. More people than ever are enjoying the playful nature of cat companionship. Cats can thrive in smaller living spaces, and their independence often makes them incredibly appealing to pet parents who can't get out for regular walks. We encourage all Canadians to consider adding a new feline family member during PetSmart Charities of Canada National Adoption Week, July 21-27 at PetSmart stores." These are the top 10 Canadian cities where residents have invested the most in their love for cats, based on an index encompassing PetSmart Charities of Canada cat adoptions and sales of cat pampering products purchased from PetSmart Canada stores.* Langley, BC East York, ON Cambridge, ON Nepean, ON Nanaimo, BC Kitchener, ON Kelowna, BC Scarborough, ON St. Catharines, ON Victoria, BC July is the perfect time for people across Canada to show their love of cats and adopt a cat or kitten during PetSmart Charities of Canada National Adoption Week, July 21-27. PetSmart stores across the country will host adoption events where prospective pet parents will get the chance to meet adoptable pets from local animal welfare organizations to find their perfect match. Summer marks the height of "kitten season," the time of year when the majority of kittens are born. This creates an urgent need for adoptions as shelters and rescues are often overwhelmed with vulnerable cats and kittens in need of loving homes. To encourage adoptions, PetSmart is offering new pet parents who adopt a pet during July's PetSmart Charities of Canada National Adoption Week the opportunity to claim VIPP (Very Important Pet Parent) status, the highest tier and level of savings for PetSmart Treats Rewards loyalty members. PetSmart is also making it easier than ever for pet parents to welcome adopted cats into their homes celebrating Anything for Cats Month throughout July, the biggest cat event of the year. During July, pet parents can earn 5X Treats Rewards points (10% back in savings)** on all cat purchases, including products and services, and enjoy exclusive deals and additional savings all month long. "We're seeing an incredible rise in cat appreciation across Canada, and our index of the top cat-loving cities truly highlights this passion," said Charndeep Grewal, vice president of merchandising at PetSmart Canada. "With our wide assortment of products, we're helping pet parents experience more joy with their cats—especially during Anything for Cats month, where they'll find great value and savings. Cats are becoming the heart of more and more Canadian homes, and we're proud to be the trusted destination for cat families." Cat parents can find all they need for their cats and start saving during Anything for Cats Month in stores, at or in the PetSmart app. To learn more about PetSmart Charities of Canada National Adoption Week events visit *Disclaimer: Rankings are based on internal data from PetSmart Canada stores which excludes Quebec. Data was collected from June 17, 2024 through June 16, 2025. Cities were evaluated using two key metrics: the number of pet adoptions recorded in PetSmart Charities of Canada's Adoptions Database and customer spending on select cat product categories, including toys, furniture, collars and leads, scratch products and treats. To ensure fair comparison, results were adjusted for the number of PetSmart store locations in each city and indexed against national performance. Final rankings were determined using a weighted formula: 50% adoptions and 50% product sales. **Offer valid 7/1/25-8/3/25. Terms apply. Offer activation required. See offer card in your PetSmart Treats Rewards account for complete details. About PetSmart PetSmart is the leading omni-channel pet retailer in North America with a mission to help everyone experience more joy with pets. The company offers a compelling assortment of pet care essentials, exclusive brands and must-have items for each season, along with expert pet services. With over 160 stores across Canada – plus a seamless shopping experience at and through the PetSmart app – PetSmart's convenient shopping options are complete with autoship, same-day delivery and in-store pickup. Expert services include professional grooming, pet training, Doggie Day Camp and PetsHotel overnight boarding in many locations. The PetSmart Treats Rewards loyalty program provides value to pet parents th!rough personalized offers and points on every purchase that can be used for future savings. PetSmart and PetSmart Charities of Canada have a long-standing commitment to supporting pets and people in the communities they serve, and PetSmart Charities of Canada is the largest funder of animal welfare in Canada. Together, they are proud to have helped more than 400 thousand pets find loving homes through in-store pet adoption programs. For more information, visit or
Yahoo
12-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Who loves cats more than North Canton? Turns out, not many places 🐈
North Canton is known for being the birthplace of Hoover vacuums. It's also home to Diebold Nixdorf, a worldwide maker of ATMs. But PetSmart says the Stark County community also should be known for ... cats. The pet supply retailer on July 11 released a list of the top 25 cat-loving cities in the U.S. and North Canton is ranked No. 12. The rankings are based on PetSmart Charities cat adoptions and sales of cat pampering products bought at PetSmart stores, the company said. North Canton is the only Ohio city to make the list. "We're seeing a remarkable surge in cat enthusiasm, and our top cat-loving cities index reflects this trend," Matt Byrnes, senior vice president of merchandising, said in a prepared statement. Cats have been adopted at a higher rate than dogs in recent years, according to PetSmart. "We've been following this trend as cat adoptions outpace dog adoptions — and it's fair to say cats are having a moment," Aimee Gilbreath, president of PetSmart Charities, said in a prepared statement. "This index shows us that cat parenting is more universal than you might think, and those old stereotypes no longer apply. More people than ever are enjoying the playful nature of cat companionship. Cats can thrive in smaller living spaces, and their independence often makes them incredibly appealing to pet parents who can't get out for regular walks." The American Veterinary Medical Association last year found that dogs were more commonly found in U.S. households than cats, with 59.8 million U.S. households owning dogs and 42.2 million households owning cats. There were 89.7 million total pet dogs in the U.S. that year and 73.8 million pet cats, according to the association. Cat owners were slightly more likely to have multiple cats, with an average of 1.8 cats per household, whereas dog owners had an average of 1.5 dogs per household. To commemorate its Charities National Adoption Week, which runs from July 21-27, PetSmart is offering new pet parents who adopt within the week a chance to claim "Very Important Pet Parent" status. "VIPP (Very Important Pet Parent) status (is) the highest tier and level of savings for PetSmart Treats Rewards loyalty members," the company said in a prepared statement. "PetSmart is also making it easier than ever for pet parents to welcome adopted cats into their homes celebrating Anything for Cats Month throughout July, featuring the biggest deals of the year across cat products and services." Here's the full list of the top 25 cat-loving cities: Lexington, Kentucky Green Bay, Wisconsin Mount Juliet, Tennessee Spokane, Washington Falls Church, Virginia New York City Clarksville, Tennessee Fort Collins, Colorado Alhambra, California Daly City, California Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania North Canton Plattsburgh, New York Sioux City, Iowa Kennesaw, Georgia San Juan Capistrano, California Fairless Hills, Pennsylvania Los Angeles Oviedo, Florida Flagstaff, Arizona Commerce Township, Michigan Springfield, Illinois Evansville, Indiana Johnson City, Tennessee Kensington, Maryland This article originally appeared on The Repository: PetSmart ranks the top 25 cat-loving cities in America
Buzz Feed
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
Surprising Basic Facts You Never Learned In School
Let's be honest — we've all had those moments where something super obvious finally clicks, and we're left wondering how we never noticed it before. Well, Reddit user u/itsochepel asked people to share their own surprising "aha moments" — and the responses didn't disappoint. Here are some of the best ones. "Birds don't live in nests. Nests are just where they keep their eggs. Birds just sleep in trees." "Percentages are reversible. 25% of 10 is also 10% of 25, the former is just easier to calculate." "Charcoal is wood, not rocks." "'Honk if you're horny' is because you honk a horn. So you're horn-y. It's not just 'beep if you want sex.'" "Pipe cleaners aren't just for arts and crafts. They're also for cleaning pipes." "PetSmart is both Pet Smart and Pet's Mart. It's a play on words!" "Soft drinks are called soft drinks because they don't contain alcohol. Hard drinks do." Men's Wearhouse is a pun. "Eminem calls himself Eminem because his name is Marshall Mathers. He was also required to spell it out prior to a record deal so he didn't get sued by M&M's." "Boxer shorts are the style of shorts that boxers wear." "They call it footage because film is measured in feet." "Some stripper poles rotate and are not fixed. I always just assumed the dancers spun around the fixed pole through incredible body strength." "Donkey Kong is not in fact a donkey." "W = double U." "The Beatles are a pun." "That Alucard from Castlevania just means Dracula backward." "The phrase 'bottom of the hour' means 30 minutes past the hour because the hand is at the bottom of the clock." "It's called AstroTurf because it was used in the Houston Astrodome." And finally: "That Bluey's parents' jobs are at the airport (drug sniffing) and an archaeologist (digging up bones)...BECAUSE THEY'RE DOGS." So, were any of these surprising to you or do you have more that you recently discovered to add? Let us know in the comments!
