What’s Happening
OMHS in the Community
Come visit, support and learn more about OMHS at these events in the community! See what’s happening soon.
2024 Volunteer Awards
The 2024 Volunteer Award nominations are now open until May 9! Celebrate your favourite volunteers by nominating them for an award here.
Mission Pawsible 2K Dog Walk
Registration for the Mission Pawsible 2K Dog Walk is now open! Join us on May 26 at Bronte Creek Park for a beautiful day of fun and sun. Learn more here.
Get Your Dog Licence Online!
A dog licence is your best insurance for the safe and quick return of your family member. It also makes your dog instantly identifiable to anyone who may come across your pet and helps avoid the daily boarding charge. Best of all, a lost licensed dog will likely be at the shelter for just hours, not days. Learn more.
Small is Beautiful!
Our rabbits, guinea pigs, rats, birds and hamsters may be small, but the love they provide is big! We have an abundance of smaller animals, especially rabbits, who are looking for their forever families. Click here to find your ideal companion.
Before Surrendering Your Pet
The decision to give up a companion animal is a difficult one. Before making the decision to give up your pet, review our Pet Resource Guide on the options available. Learn more here.
Available Services
Pet Cremation
Cremation services are available again at OMHS by appointment only, during regular business hours.
lost & found
We are dedicated to helping lost pets be reunited with their families. If you have lost or found a pet it is important that you report it to us right away.
dog licences
All dogs must be licensed in the Town of Oakville. Licences are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase and not specific to a calendar year.
Recent News
Honouring Heather White’s 42-year legacy of compassion and care for animals, children and the community
The Oakville & Milton Humane Society (OMHS) is pleased to announce the establishment of the Heather White Legacy Bursary, a tribute to Heather White as she embarks on a well-deserved retirement after an extraordinary 42 years of service to OMHS. Created in honour...
Fifty pets and counting: Teaching love through fostering
Recognizing the challenges faced by local animal shelters during the pandemic, Sandra Do Rego and her four children decided to open their hearts and home in 2020 to provide temporary care and love for animals in need. As a high school teacher for more than 20 years,...
Expert wildlife tips for spring
Spring is the busiest time of year for wildlife control professionals at Oakville & Milton Humane Society and Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control. As temperatures continue to rise, we’ll see an increase in the number of calls from residents experiencing a conflict...