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Ontario Parks: Best parks to snowshoe in Petawawa, Ontario


Petawawa is nestled between Pembroke and Chalk River in the scenic Ottawa Valley region. The Ottawa Valley is known for its Provincial Parks, white water rafting, year-round fishing, and natural resource preservation.

Once the snow hits the ground the Ottawa Valley springs back to life- headed by a diverse cross country ski and snowshoe community. Several ski and snowshoe clubs exist in Petawawa and the surrounding area and they maintain the trails every winter. Outdoor adventure is in people’s blood in the Ottawa Valley and winter exploration is welcome and celebrated.


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Delicious or deadly: Purina responds to class action lawsuit against Beneful


The Purina pet food empire has been hit with a class action lawsuit alleging that Beneful dog food is responsible for killing thousands of dogs. Beneful has had poor reviews online for years- all one has to do is Goggle search “Beneful petitions” to see that several thousand people do in fact want the brand discontinued from Purina’s catalogue.

Beneful is one of the more popular Purina dog foods- mainly due to its very low retail price, accessibility and claims to be a “nutritious” and “balanced” dog food. However according to the Feb. 5 class action lawsuit filed in a California federal court by plaintiff Frank Lucido, Beneful causes illness and sometimes death.



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February 27 is International Polar Bear Day

Did you know that in May 2008, U.S. Department of the Interior listed the polar bear as a Threatened Species under the Endangered Species Act? Help raise awareness about Polar Bears by checking out Polar Bears International. 
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Take a hike: February 22 is Walk the Dog Day

Spring is almost upon us! Time to celebrate Walk the Dog Day. It is in a dog's nature to travel and walking a dog is an essential part of asserting your dominance and a great way to burn off energy. The benefits of the walk are endless- read more on Paws For Reaction and perfect your walk today!



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Four-legged fraud: The Dogington Post uncovers service dog scam

On Feb. 16 The Doginton Post released a report titled "The Four-legged Scandal No One Is Talking About" that details the flaws in the service dog system and how it is commonly taken advantage of. People are purchasing service dog vests and collars and strapping them on their house pets so they can bring them anywhere they want. The problem has become so bad that even an iguana has been registered as a service animal. Read The Dogington Post report for a shocking look at the service dog scandal.

Click here to read the full report on The Dogington Post!


Hope you are having a great Tongue Out Tuesday!


"Clean teeth are important..."
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Pets will be able to vote in the 2016 Presidential election

Pet owners who treat their pets like people can now allow their furry family members to take part in another human activity: vote. That’s right, pet parents in the United States can now log on to PetsVoteToo.com and register their pet to vote for the 2016 President. PetsVoteToo- based out of Austin, TX- was created “to engage, amuse and inform politically-minded pet owners, and in so doing support the fund-raising efforts of the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals,” according to their Feb. 16 press release.



Happy Family Day Canada!

Have a very happy Family Day from my furry family to yours!



Photos: Valentine's Day goes to the dogs


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Doggy date night: How to include your dog in your Valentine's Day celebration


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Love is in the air and dog owners across North America are spoiling their pooch with lavish Valentine’s Day gifts. The Feb. 14 celebration often means romantic dates for pet parents but what about the dogs? They stay at home lonely while you and your loved one enjoy time together. Speaking on behalf of the dogs in the world just doesn’t seem fair. What if there was a way to have a romantic date with your significant other AND your furry family member?

This list has creative and fun ways to include your canine companion in your Valentine's festivities. Check out these dog-friendly Valentine’s Day dates that will strengthen your bond with each family member- furry ones included!

Photos: Puppy kisses for Valentine's Day



Photos: Festive felines share the love this Valentine's Day



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Valentine's Day doggy dangers: Chocolate is not so sweet for a canine companion

 With so many holiday gift traditions including chocolate- such as Valentine’s Day- concerned pet owners are smart to be concerned for their pet's safety. It is a bad idea to give just about any animal chocolate but when it comes to chocolate and dogs the combination can be deadly. A gift from a loved one can turn into a lethal weapon...



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Pet food recalls: February 2015
Pet International Inc. Recalls 6” Beef Trachea Pet Treat 

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FDA PRESS RELEASE — February 11, 2015 — Pet International of Miami, Florida is recalling 1500 units of 6” Beef Trachea Pet Treat because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Salmonella can affect animals (i.e. dogs) eating the products and there is 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.

Healthy people infected with Salmonella should monitor themselves for some or all of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. Rarely, Salmonella can result in more serious ailments, including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract symptoms. Consumers exhibiting these signs after having contact with this product should contact their healthcare providers.

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Update about Zara: Army National Guard's missing dog suspected to be in South Carolina 



On August 20, 2014 I reported on a German shepherd named Zara who was missing and suspected stolen in Crownsville, Maryland while her owner was posted to Kuwait. Jon Kenneth Walker is a member of the Army National Guard and has been searching for Zara ever since while over 4 000 people- myself included- have been watching his “Bring Zara Home” Facebook page for any sign that she will be returned to him. Those following the page have shared his posts and spread Zara’s story but still no sign of her. Today- Feb. 10- Jon posted some news and gave us all hope that Zara may have been located- in South Carolina.

The following is Jon’s full post. I hope anyone reading this will share this story and go to the “Bring Zara Home” Facebook page- especially if they reside in any of the places mentioned.
Pet Dental Health Month: Dr. Sanchez demonstrates 3 step dog dental routine  



Are you getting your dog’s dental health advice by word of mouth? Dr. Andrea Sanchez, the Medical Director of Hospital Operations at Banfield Pet Hospital in Portland, OR was willing to fill me in on dental disease in dogs. She promotes good oral hygiene by teaming up with Greenies dental chews for National Pet Dental Health Month.

“All across the country, Banfield Pet Hospital is teaming up with Greenies dental chews to raise awareness about pet oral health and most importantly how pet owners can best care for their pet's teeth- both at home and at the vet clinic,” Dr. Sanchez said in a Feb. 7 video interview.

Hope you are having a great Tongue Out Tuesday!


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Survey shows women prefer Valentine's kisses from pets over kisses from partner

Who are you kissing this Valentine’s Day? Petplan pet insurance thinks they know exactly who you will be more likely to kiss on the sweetest of all holidays and it’s not your significant other.

According to a recent survey conducted by Petplan pet insurance 57% of pet parents prefer Valentine’s Day kisses from their furry family members over a kiss from their partner. It may seem like a lot but these numbers are down from last year’s survey that concluded 62% of people prefer doggy or kitty kisses over kisses from their two-legged lover. The findings of the survey were released in a press release on Feb. 2.
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Pet food recalls: January 2015
Grill-Phoria LLC Recalls Big Bark All Natural Beef Jerky Treats for Dogs Because of Possible Salmonella Health Risk
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970-663-4561

FDA PRESS RELEASE — January 30, 2015 — Loveland, CO — Grill-Phoria LLC of Loveland, Colorado is recalling approximately 200, 3.5 oz bags of Big Bark All Natural Beef Jerky Treats for Dogs because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. These bags were distributed and manufactured between September 20, 2014, through January 2, 2015, and do not have lot codes.

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. Most people recover from salmonellosis in four to seven days without treatment, but some groups are at higher risk of developing more severe symptoms. These high-risk groups are children under 5 years of age, the elderly, pregnant women, and people with weakened immune systems.

Healthy people infected with Salmonella should monitor themselves for some or all of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. Rarely, Salmonella can result in more serious ailments, including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract symptoms. Consumers exhibiting these signs after having contact with this product should contact their healthcare providers.


Happy Caturday!


"I thought I told you not to come in here!"

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Everybody was Kung Fu fighting

These stealthy ninja pets are a force to be reckoned with!
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Blue Buffalo’s Home 4 the Holidays adoption drive rescues one million pets

Blue Buffalo celebrated a milestone Jan. 26 when a cat named Watermark became the one millionth pet to be adopted this season during their Home 4 the Holidays pet adoption campaign. Watermark was rescued by the Monmouth County SPCA, NJ and waiting for a forever home when the Ferrier family took him and set the record for this year’s adoption drive.

Blue Buffalo’s Home 4 the Holidays campaign was launched in 1999 and since then has become the largest pet adoption program on record. The Home 4 the Holidays drive has saved more than 10 million pets overall and each yearly campaign lasts three months. With so many new pets coming home during the holidays Blue Buffalo uses the campaign as a way to educate the public about happy, healthy pets available for adoption in animal shelters.

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Gorilla the pug wins 1-800-PetMeds prize to help cover medical expenses


America’s Largest Pet Pharmacy® 1-800-PetMeds® has announced the three winners of its Change a Pet’s Life Contest on Jan. 23. The contest was established to sponsor medical procedures and adoption fees of rescue pets in the United States. 1-800-PetMeds® organization was inspired by Change a Pet’s Life Day which is celebrated on Jan. 24.

Adoptable pets from shelters and rescue organizations all over the U.S. were entered in the contest that ran from Jan.9 to the 15. 1-800-PetMeds® selected a winner and two runner-up pets to sponsor. Gorilla the adorable black Pug is the lucky winner of the contest who will be receiving up to $2,000 to go towards his medical treatments that are quoted at $1,800.



Happy Caturday!


"I was eating ribs- that's why I keep doing this."

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Pet food recalls: January 2015
Oma’s Pride Recalls Purr Complete Feline Poultry Meal because of Possible Salmonella Health Risk

Contact
Consumer:
1-800-678-6627
Media:
Capri Frank 1-800-678-6627

FDA PRESS RELEASE – January 16, 2015 – Oma’s Pride of Avon, CT is recalling Purr-Complete Feline Poultry Meal because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Salmonella can affect animals eating the products and there is 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.

Healthy people infected with Salmonella should monitor themselves for some or all of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping, and fever. Rarely, Salmonella can result in more serious ailments, including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract symptoms. Consumers exhibiting these signs after having contact with this product should contact their healthcare providers.


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