Georgian Triangle Humane Society Hospital Faces Critical Capacity Crisis
Community Urged to Support Fundraising Campaign for Larger Kennel Space
The Georgian Triangle Humane Society (GTHS), the region’s only facility providing accessible essential spay/neuter surgeries for large dogs (over 30kg), is facing an urgent crisis. Overwhelmed by demand and severe capacity constraints, the GTHS hospital can only assist one large dog each day. This limitation is causing significant emotional distress on responsible dog owners as the team is forced to turn away large dogs in need of care.
The Heartbreaking Situation:
Imagine for a moment that Gunner, a gentle giant with a heart as big as his paws, is your dog. Imagine Gunner is waiting for a crucial neuter surgery, but due to the overwhelming demand and the hospital’s limitations, the GTHS can only help one large dog per day. This heartbreaking reality means that dogs like Gunner are left in limbo, waiting for the care they desperately need and potentially adding to our overpopulation problem. The strain on the GTHS hospital is immense, and immediate support is needed to expand capacity to meet the needs of the region and provide the necessary care for large dogs.
The Bold Plan for Change:
To address this pressing issue, the GTHS is launching a fundraising campaign with the goal of raising $15,000 for two Stainless Steel Double Door Kennels. These kennels will enable the Hospital to increase its daily capacity from one to three large dogs, significantly enhancing their ability to provide timely and essential care. This expansion will also prevent over 3,750 unwanted litters over the next five years and offer hope to countless dogs who might otherwise be turned away. The GTHS wants to support community dog owners who are making the compassionate decision to fix their large dogs and are asking for your help to make this happen. Overpopulation is real and the GTHS is committed to supporting every pet parent who recognizes this reality.
“We are deeply committed to the well-being of every animal in our care,” said Karen Marsh, executive director at the GTHS. “However, the current capacity crisis in our hospital forces us to make impossible choices. But we can see a way out of this. We have a working solution, and we are asking for our community’s support to overcome this challenge and ensure that no large dog is left without the care they need.”
How the Community Can Help:
The GTHS is calling on its supporters and the wider community to contribute to this vital campaign. Donations can be made through gths.ca, and supporters are encouraged to share the campaign within their networks to maximize its reach and impact.
For more information about the fundraising campaign or to donate, please visit gths.ca today.
The GTHS is a non-profit charity that operates an Animal Centre serving the south Georgian Bay region by providing shelter for homeless animals and adopting them to caring families. They offer innovative programs that enhance and support the human-animal bond. These programs include Lifelong Learning, Access to Care and Animal Transport for pets in underserved communities.
