Guest blog: What it's really like to be a professional dog walker
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Guest blog by Louise St-Pierre. So excited to welcome her to the Paws For Reaction extended family!
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I have learned a lot from my experiences with dogs. I currently own two beautiful dogs and have been a dog owner for 25 years. I truly love dogs and being outside all day, in all types of weather. After working in the fitness and service industry for 20 years I wanted a change; a job that would incorporate the many things I love. Fast forward to now. I have been a professional dog walker for 11 years. I never imagined that I could make a living doing something I loved so much. What I love most about being a dog walker is that I work for myself and my clients. I'm my own boss, which is amazing.
The cat's purr: the mystery behind the purr
By Stacey Gonzalez
It’s a familiar sound to cat owners. That soft,
rolling purr that a cat releases when you scratch its neck. But a purring cat isn’t
always a happy cat. Many studies have been done to determine why cats purr.
Most commonly we hear our feline friends purr when they are content with their
happy cat lives. But the cat’s purr is much more complex than that.
Check out my online bakery for SPCA Cupcake Day!
Photo by Stacey Gonzalez ©Copyright
Check out my online bakery! For all the folks in Pembroke, Ontario, I will be at PetValu at the East End Pembroke Mall (1100 Pembroke st. East) on February 25th to sell cupcakes to raise money for the Ontario SPCA!
January's toy of the month hollow but not empty
January's toy of the moth is just for dogs- specifically powerful chewers. The DuraChew® Hollow Stick - Bacon is a vet recommended chew toy. This long lasting chew comes in two sizes: Wolf and Souper (pictured above.)
Designed with chewing in mind the toy has tiny bristles that are raised during chewing in order to clean your pets teeth. In turn the toy gives them something to play with while it helps control tartar and plaque build up.
Hollow toys are great for hiding dog treats inside but the big bacon flavour means it attracts your canine with or without a hidden surprise.
Get your Hollow Stick chew!
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January's 'Treat of the Month' for the Mighty beast in your home
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My Mighty Lion cat treats are tasty for all felines but are especially great for cats with allergies or sensitive stomachs as they are grain free and gluten free. They use hormone free proteins and the treats are very soft and chewy.
They are also a perfect treat for cats on weight loss programs. My Mighty Lion cat treats are low calorie- only 1.2 calories per tasty treat! The cat variety comes in original (salmon/chicken,) chicken and tuna.
Waggers Pet Products also has a companion line for dogs aptly named My Mighty Wolf and offers similar grain and gluten free treats that come in pork, salmon and turkey flavours. I tried the turkey treats out with our family dog Oliver and he loves them.
Don't forget treats should only account for ten per cent of the pets diet at the most as they are not as balanced as the pet's food. Use treats as a training tool or as a reward for good behaviour.
Pick up these Mighty treats for your cat or dog today, they are a total thumbs up!
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Happy Paws: Winter paw care is a concern for dedicated dog parents
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| Photo via PetValu website: product 62106 Muttluks Red Dog Boots |
Winter
paw care is important for our canine family members. The hard snow and sharp
spikes of ice make outdoor travel like an icy and deadly obstacle course for
dogs. Cuts and soars can develop on the pads and their poor little
"feet" can be in pain- and you may not even know it.
There are
some products out there- along with some tips and tricks- to help you take
extra special care of your dog’s paws in this cold weather.
Cupcakes for cats and canines!
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Photo by Swamibu's
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Join the Ontario SPCA and Humane Societies on Monday, February 25th for what they call "the sweetest day of the year!" Register for National Cupcake Day and raise money to support local animals in need of homes, medical care, and adoption.
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