Happy Caturday everyone!
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Adoptable of the Week: Eragon
Meet Eragon! Eragon is a courtesy
listing on Petfinder.com from the Friendly Giants Dog Rescue in Ottawa. Eragon
has been waiting a long time for the right forever home. He is a large,
adult nuetered Kuvasz who is very laid back and slow moving for the most part but can also
have fun and be energetic. Eragon comes with special needs but with a patient
and dedicated owner he would be a great pet. Eragon suffers from seasonal
allergies- like many dogs with white fur. He takes Evening Primrose every day
to try to prevent the urge to lick and chew his paws. Eragon is a true Kuvasz
to the core and would be best suited with a dominant owner who has experience
with large breed working dogs. Kuvasz are bred to guard their flock or home and
Eragon- like most Kuvasz- guards all sorts of things. Because of this he is not
suited for a home with young children and would flourish on a farm in a fenced in
area where he can guard his family. Eragon enjoys being groomed and doesn’t resist
when having his nails trimmed. He has an independent nature but still enjoys
affection and positive reinforcement training is a must with this dog. Eragon
needs the right person to take a chance on him and give him the structure and
care he so desperately desires.
If you are interested in learning more
about Eragon contact the Keshet Rescue at dmoffat@keshetinc.com
or call 613-822-7266. Click here to view Eragon’s page on Petfinder.com
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Adoptable of the Week: Luke
Meet Luke! Luke is a beautiful, young Russian
blue mix. He is believed to be around 7 months old. This adorable boy not only
has good looks but he is sweet, snuggly and irresistibly charming. He would do
best with an owner that loves giving affection and cuddling the days away. He
even likes giving kisses! Luke needs a stable home where he can spend time
indoors with his family. If you are interested in learning more about Luke
contact the Lanark Animal Welfare Society of Smiths Falls at shelter@lanarkanimals.ca
or call 613-283-9308. Click here to view Sydney’s page on Petfinder.com
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According to past research the two most intelligent
dog breeds are the Border collie and the Poodle. The least intelligent breeds
are reportedly the Afghan hound and the Basenji.
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#DogFact
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Adoptable of the Week: Viva
Meet Viva! Viva is a beautiful senior Pointer who is in need of a
second chance from a calm and loving family. This gentle, nine year old girl
spent the majority of her life living in a crate. She had little contact with
people and no idea what a structured family life could be like. Fortunately
Viva was given a second chance when she was rescued by New Beginnings Pet Rescue in Ottawa, Ontario. Viva is now discovering the joy that humans can bring
to her life and is enjoying basic obedience training, hikes and this new found
affection. Although she is still timid- a result of her previous upbringing-
Viva wants to be loved and to share her love with people. She needs a pet
parent that is patient and gentle- someone to help her build back her
confidence and allow her to be a dog. Viva is frightened by loud noises but
tolerates the sounds of children playing. Due to her aversion of loud noises
Viva would be happiest away from big, booming cities and noisy traffic. She
needs a calm family who can mirror her energy level. The ideal happy ending for
Viva would be a senior couple who live in the country and would take her on
long hikes until she was tired and ready to go to sleep beside the fireplace.
Viva is fixed and vaccinated and gets along with cats and calmer dogs. If you are interested in learning more about Viva fill
out an application through New Beginnings Pet Rescue. Click here to view Viva’s page on Petfinder.com
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#CatFact
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Adoptable of the Week: Sydney
Meet Sydney! Sydney is a young, female Border
collie and Shepherd mix that is looking for a home with an active family. Like
most Border collies Sydney is extremely intelligent and has a lot of energy.
She is playful and affectionate. Sydney is excited to find a forever home with
a fenced in back yard so she can run and play outdoors. Her confidence needs a
boost and it is recommended that Sydney be put in obedience school. Border collie’s
learn things quickly and enjoy training with their family. With well-balanced
training and a lot of love Sydney will be the perfect dog for any active
family. This smart and caring pooch needs a forever home. If you are interested
in learning more about Sydney contact SPCA of Western Quebec Gatineau at ahspca@storm.ca
or call 819-770-SPCA (7722). Click here to view Sydney’s page on Petfinder.com
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Check out this fantastic article by Amy Hubbard in the LA Times Science section about pets and emotions. Do animals experience emotions? Find out! Plus our girl Keira's smiling face is in the photo slide show!
Read more about pets and emotions and see Keira in the LA Times!
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Here is a great training tip- dogs are more likely
to learn verbal commands if you pair them with a hand signal or a gesture.
#DogFact
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Do you live in Ontario & stand up paddle with your dog? If the answer is YES then we want to talk you! If you SUP with your pooch we want to hear from you! Check out our contact page and email us your story- we want to feature you and your talented SUP dog!
Catching some rays on Caturday!
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Beat the summer heat and check out these wet cats that aren't too impressed with bath time.
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Adoptable of the Week: Molson
Meet Molson! Molson is a laid-back male Rottweiler
and hound mix who is located in a foster home through the Home Again rescue in
Bancroft, Ontario. Molson is a senior dog who loves catching some rays on lazy,
sunny days. Molson is very nurturing and in his first home he played mother to
kittens, puppies and even a baby pot-bellied pig. He is well socialized with
children and other animals. Molson is already neutered and his vaccinations are
up to date. This sweet pooch needs a forever home. If you are interested in
learning more about Molson contact Home Again at info@homeagainbancroft.ca or
call 613 332 5253. Click here to view Molson’s page on Petfinder.com
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#CatFact
Put your paws up because its CATURDAY!
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Dogs and humans have been companions for quite some
time with the earliest European images of dogs showcased in cave paintings.
This vintage dog art can be found in Spain and dates back to 12,000 years ago.
#DogFact
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Imagine a future where your dog can use technology for entertainment just like you do. Now stop imagining because that future is taking place right now at a dog park or backyard near you. Just like many people own gaming consoles or handheld gaming devices your dog can also play with its own electronic game- if you can fit it in the budget.
The Go-Go Dog Pal is an interactive device that can be used as a game, training tool or a way for your dog to release some energy. This remote control dog toy is shaped in a way that a dog cannot puncture it or get a firm hold onto it. Each Go-Go Dog Pal has a lightweight but durable plastic outer shell decorated like a cartoon woodchuck, raccoon or skunk- making it an innovative and adorable source of entertainment.
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| Keira mourns the loss of the Spain team in FIFA World Cup 2014. |
Meet Keira- a Spanish soccer fan. She was so excited for FIFA World Cup 2014 in Brazil that her tail wagged in full circles instead of back and forth. Unfortunately for Keira her team lost horribly in the first round. She is so disappointed! She cried for days and now she wonders who to cheer for.
Can you make any predictions for Keira? Suggest a team for Keira! Leave a comment, post to our Facebook of Tweet Keira with #KeirasTeam in the post!
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#CatFact
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When you see your dog you are all smiles- but what
does your dog see? A dog is most likely to interpret a big, glowing smile as
baring ones teeth, which is a sign of aggression.
#DogFact
June brings sunshine and love for pets of the past and present
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June 16, 2014- The month of June not only brings sunshine and summertime but it also raises awareness for shelter cats and celebrates our animal companions- living and dead.
June is Adopt a Shelter Cat Month from the ASPCA and Adopt a Cat Month from the American Humane Association. It is intended to raise awareness about the joy of rescuing a cat from a shelter. There are so many loving, affectionate cats in shelters right now just waiting to find a forever home. The ages range from kitten to senior and the breeds are plenty. It’s hard not to find the perfect feline friend in one of the many shelters out there. Giving a senior cat a second chance or bringing home a kitten that was separated from its mother in the wild is an amazing feeling.
Soccer loving dogs celebrate FIFA World Cup 2014!!
The biggest tournament in the world kicked off this week and Paws For Reaction is celebrating with these adorable furry soccer fans! Happy FIFA celebrations!
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Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Inc. Voluntarily Recalls 62 Bags of “Science Diet® Adult Small & Toy Breed™” Dry Dog Food Because of Potential Health Risk
Contact
Consumer:
1-800-445-5777
PRESS
RELEASE - June 2, 2014 - Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Inc. of Topeka,
KS is voluntarily recalling 62 bags of Science Diet® Adult Small & Toy
Breed™ dry dog food as they have the potential to be contaminated with
Salmonella. The suspect product, part of a single production run, was
distributed to 17 veterinary clinic and pet store customers in California,
Hawaii and Nevada between April 24 and May 13, 2014. Salmonella can affect
animals eating the products and there is a risk to humans from handling contaminated
pet products, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after
having contact with the products or any surfaces exposed to these products.
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Pet food recall: May
2014
Bravo® Issues Nationwide Recall of Pet Food for
Dogs and Cats
PRESS RELEASE- May 17, 2014
Bravo is
recalling select lots and product(s) of Bravo Pet Food because they have the
potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
Listeria monocytogenes is an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.
Listeria monocytogenes is an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.
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