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July 2006
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Happy summer! The hot lazy days of summer are prime time
for spending time outdoors, but remember that pets need
protection from the heat just as we do. Make sure there's
someplace they can cool off, and always have plenty of
fresh cool water for them to stay hydrated.
On another note, several people have written to ask for
clarification on Ontario's breed specific legislation
(BSL) regarding "pit bulls" or dogs that look like
pit bulls. If you own such a dog and either live in
or are considering traveling to (or even through)
Ontario, you need to be aware of the legislation.
Go to www.doglegislationcouncilcanada.org
and click on "Alerts" for more information.
As always, please travel responsibly! Good
'petiquette' (pet etiquette) helps to ensure that
accommodations continue to welcome our furry friends.
Click here for pet etiquette tips.
Have a great month and see you in August.
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PET QUOTES
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"I can't think of anything that brings me closer to tears
than when my old dog, completely exhausted after a hard
day in the field, limps away from her nice spot in front
of the fire and comes over to where I'm sitting and puts
her head in my lap, a paw over my knee, and closes her
eyes and goes back to sleep. I don't know what I've done
to deserve that kind of friend." (Gene Hill)
"The cat seldom interferes with other people's rights. His
intelligence keeps him from doing many of the fool things
that complicate life." (Carl Van Vechten)
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PLAYTIME! (PHOTOS FROM PROUD PET PARENTS)
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"These are my two girls, Meimei (fawn) and Miko (black).
They are absolute chaos! Meimei is almost 2 and hasn't slowed down a bit,
Miko is 9 months and totally runs the show. Their favorite words to hear
are cookies, dinner time, and walkies! Pugs are amazing animals and I have
fun with them everyday." - Amanda C. of Calgary, Alberta
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"'It's my turn to play the princess,' says Athena, a 6-month
old German Shepherd pup, as she sits on her Frog Prince." - Val F. of Whitby, Ontario
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"Bailee (a 2 year old Basset) and his sister
Maggee (1 year old) are having a great time. Of course this
is Maggee's idea of fun. Bailee's idea of a good time is laying out
in the sun. In the second photo, Bailee has finally convinced his
sister that sleeping is really what it's all about. Our beautiful
Bassets live in Nipigon, Ontario." - Lesley Joy M.
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"Here is a photo of Hope, my 1 year old 'Chiweenie'
(Chihuahua/Daschund cross) camping with me at Sandbanks Provincial
Park near Picton, Ontario. Sandbanks has a great 'doggie beach' at
their Richardson's Campground area. Hope and I spent several days
sunning ourselves and swimming in the beautiful, cool, clear water
last August." - Lisa M.
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"This is Tara, our 2-year-old Golden Retriever
(from Surrey, B.C.) at Loon Lake, B.C. - the ducks kept quacking
her into the water, then swam around with her - when she came to
shore, they'd follow her onto land and keep quacking for her to come
back in! Enjoy your newsletter every month, especially the pet-friendly
accommodations." - Marlene W.
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NEXT MONTH: MEALS ARE MY FAVORITE TIME OF THE DAY!
Send us photos of your dog sniffing, snarfing, gobbling, or
pleading for his favourite treats! Please include a brief
caption and your location. newsletter@petfriendly.ca
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DOGS AND WATER SAFETY
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Water is a great temptation for many dogs, particularly
when the weather is hot and the water presents a cool oasis.
Pet owners, too, love to watch their dogs swim, play, and
have fun. However, keep in mind a few things before you
take your dog out for a day of play on or in the water:
- When enjoying the outdoors, bring extra water for your
dog as well as a portable pet travel bowl. Bacteria
and parasites are common in natural water sources,
particularly stagnant water (which may contain algae,
some types of which are extremely dangerous to dogs,
maybe even fatal). This can result in diarrhea,
vomiting, and other symptoms and may require you to
consult with your vet.
- Don't let your dog drink from the pool. It may look
clean & pure, but pool water is filled with chemicals
that can cause your dog to get sick.
- Don't assume that all dogs can swim (or like to swim).
Don't throw your dog into the water, as he may panic
and even drown before you can react.
- Don't leave your dog unattended in the water. For most
dogs, swimming is unaccustomed exercise and they may
tire easily as they are using muscles they don't
normally use. Also, steep banks or pool walls can make
it hard for dogs to climb out on their own - they may
need your help.
- Carefully check your dog for skin irritations or for
bites after he enjoys some water playtime. Bacteria or
other microscopic organisms may cause irritation, or he
could even have been stung by a jellyfish if he was
romping about in the ocean. Take your dog to the vet
if he's showing signs of pain or itchiness.
- Rinse your pup off well with fresh water after he enjoys
a romp in the ocean or in the pool. Salt water or pool
water (which contains chemicals) may irritate his skin
and eyes.
- If you're taking your dog out boating, make sure you
purchase specially made doggy lifejackets. You wear one,
and so should your dog!
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UPCOMING PET EVENTS
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- Burnaby, BC - Saturday July 8, 2006:
"Go For Guide Dogs" Fundraising Walk. All dog lovers
in the Lower Mainland are invited to gather with their
dogs and walk a four-kilometre route in Central Park.
Registration starts at 12:00pm. The walk begins at 1:00pm.
Funds raised go towards providing professionally trained
guide dogs to the visually impaired. More info
- Fredericton, NB - Fri July 21 - Sun July 23, 2006:
New Brunswick SPCA Pet Expo. Pet products & services, seminars,
and demonstrations. Open to the public, free of charge.
More info
- Calgary, Alberta - Sunday August 20, 2006: PUGFEST
Pugs and their owners from all over Canada and the US are welcome.
Goodie Bags to all who register, Vendors, Twoonie Toe Clips,
Incredible Puppy - Dog Whisperer, Games, Contests, Races and
TONS of prizes! More info
- British Columbia (various locations) - Sunday September 10, 2006:
Paws for a Cause! Join thousands of animal lovers from around
the province on the day of the walk. Bring your two-legged and
four-legged friends and have fun while making a difference!
Visit the BC SPCA for
more info.
Does your Canadian non-profit organization have an upcoming
event? We want to hear about it! Please contact us.
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