Exposure to winter’s dry, cold air and chilly rain, sleet and snow can cause chapped paws and itchy, flaking skin, but these aren’t the only discomforts pets can suffer.
Winter walks can become downright dangerous if chemicals from ice-melting agents are licked off of bare paws. To help prevent cold weather dangers from affecting your pet’s health, please heed the following advice from the experts at ASPCA:
Source: https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/general-pet-care/cold-weather-safety-tips
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March 8: International Women's Day
March 10: Daylight Saving Time begins at 2:00 am. Remember to "Spring forward"
March 11: Spring Break Begins. Do you have Boarding for Boyd and Daycare for Daisy covered?
March 16: Drug-Free Teeth Cleaning Clinic. There are 2 spots left.
March 17: Saint Patrick's Day. There's a recipe below.
March 20: Spring Equinox. Finally!
You won't need the luck of the Irish to make these delicious treats for your four-legged Leprechauns this month. Celebrate the Feast of Saint Patrick with these paws-itively perfect tail wagging treats. They're magically delicious!
Doggie Green Bean Crunchies
A great source of protein for pups, this easy dog treat recipe comes from the SkinnyMs blog. Healthy for humans, too, try green beans as a snappy snack. Perfect for pups trying to lose weight, these homemade dog treats are deceptively delicious.
McMochi’s Pot O’ Gold Dog Biscuits
Despite their name, these homemade dog biscuits are actually a gorgeous shade of green! Spinach, a dog-friendly super-food, does the trick as well as providing protein, fiber, iron and essential vitamins. For the Love of Pooch blogger taste tests all creations on her pup Mochi, so this St. Patrick’s Day dog treat recipe is canine-approved.
Bark Beer for Dogs
Get the pawty started this St. Patrick’s Day with a recipe for homemade Bark Beer! Completely non-alcoholic, the refreshing (for dogs) beverage is sure to be a hit with canine company. Use chicken or beef stock, adding spinach for a healthy dose of color and vitamins.
Fetch the recipes for yummy in their canine tummy treats. And remember, "a best friend is like a four leaf clover: hard to find and lucky to have.”
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Kamp K-9 Reader's Choice Awards Nominee! Kamp K-9 has made the short list thanks to all of your nominations in choosing us as the Best Pet Boarding-Daycare facility in Mississauga. A big bark-out to those who nominated us. Woof Woof! You CAN NOW VOTE for Kamp K-9 (and lots of other deserving businesses)... Read more
Kamp K-9's Old and New Location! Kamp K-9 has been given an actual Closing Date of May 31st, 2019. In the meantime, Sue will watch the dogs at her home in the Applewood area of Mississauga (Bloor/Tomken/Dixie/Dundas area). This does not give us alot of time to find a new... Read more
Kamp K-9 is devastatingly sad to advise that our facility will be closing very soon due to a new landlord and the pandemic. HOWEVER, we are hoping to find a new location to continue looking after your fur-babies. As such, and not wanting to “give up” (it’s not my style) we... Read more
In recent years, concerns have been raised about immune-mediated disease following vaccinations. However, there is still significant scientific controversy regarding the data available. While there is no doubt that annual vaccinations have helped eradicate the incidence of once common viral diseases such as canine distemper, hepatitis, and canine parvovirus, many... Read more
Protecting your pets from Heartworm disease in Ontario (Ontario Veterinary Medical Association) Heartworm is a serious and potentially fatal condition caused by parasitic worms that live in the heart, and blood vessels that supply blood to the lungs of infected animals. Pets can contract heartworm disease from mosquitoes that are infected with... Read more
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Established by the Ontario Veterinary Medical Association (OVMA) in 2002, the Farley Foundation (a registered charity) assists people (disabled, seniors, etc) in need by subsidizing the cost of veterinary care for the pets that mean the world to them. The Farley Foundation is generously administered by OVMA. Donations from the veterinary... Read more