The Toronto International Film Festival is in town once again. So what do all the pooches do while their star owners are busy walking the red carpet? How about hang out in a swanky lounge, or go for some spa treatments.
Canine Culture opened up the Four-Legged Lounge to be a safe haven for celebrity pets. They also are hoping to promote and raise money for Helping Homeless Pets. On the walls of the lounge are framed photos of pets in need of a home. The goal is to get celebrities to sign these photos so they can be auctioned off to raise money for homeless pets.
Sunday, September 19, 2010
Plastic Free Please
Lately, I've become really interested in the idea of living plastic-free. There are many blogs on people who have taken up the challenge of reducing their plastic consumption to almost nothing. Everywhere you look there are plastic products.
It came to my attention through a number of these plastic-free blogs that dog food bags often come with a plastic liner. Thus making the bags non-recyclable. Some bloggers suggested turning to home-made food for their pets. This is a nice idea, but obviously not convenient for everyone.
There are a few companies that provide dog food in environmentally friendly packaging. But, I think this is an area where companies need to get creative. Plastic-free will become a more popular lifestyle as concerns about health and the environment become even more prominent. And that concern will apply to our pets' health too.
It came to my attention through a number of these plastic-free blogs that dog food bags often come with a plastic liner. Thus making the bags non-recyclable. Some bloggers suggested turning to home-made food for their pets. This is a nice idea, but obviously not convenient for everyone.
There are a few companies that provide dog food in environmentally friendly packaging. But, I think this is an area where companies need to get creative. Plastic-free will become a more popular lifestyle as concerns about health and the environment become even more prominent. And that concern will apply to our pets' health too.
Sunday, September 5, 2010
Durham Pet Expo October 2!
Details:
Saturday October 2, 2010
10am-5pm
Cullen Central Park
380 Taunton Road W. Whitby
$5 per person admission - proceeds going to the Durham Humane Society
Pets Welcome!
Sunday, August 29, 2010
We're back
Well after a long hiatus spent moving and enjoying summer weekends at the cottage, I'm finally getting back to catching up on this blog.
To start I would like to mention a new store opening up in Durham. The Bone and Biscuit Company is coming to Ajax's Durham Centre. It is the only location in Ontario. Take a look at their website, and stop by the store once it's open. The website features a delicious-looking collection of treats in their bakery.
The company promotes a healthy and natural option for pets. They also offer a variety of products and services:
To start I would like to mention a new store opening up in Durham. The Bone and Biscuit Company is coming to Ajax's Durham Centre. It is the only location in Ontario. Take a look at their website, and stop by the store once it's open. The website features a delicious-looking collection of treats in their bakery.
The company promotes a healthy and natural option for pets. They also offer a variety of products and services:
- Dedicated exclusively to natural raw and dry foods
- Focused on educating clients
- Knowledgeable friendly service with style
- Budget and menu planning available
- Awesome selection of raw and dry foods
- Fresh and bulk meat and bones available
- Supplements, remedies, and grooming products
- Unique selection of hand made gourmet treats and cakes
- Fantastic selection of toys, collars, coats, boots, and accessories
Friday, June 18, 2010
Open Arms Pound Rescue
I recently read this article in the Globe and Mail about an organization of volunteers who rescue dogs and cats from high-kill shelters in the United States.
Since 2007, Open arms Pound Rescue has saved the lives of over 2000 dogs and a number of cats. Their volunteers pick up the dogs from shelters in the states, and drive them over the border to Canada.
They are prepared for any hassle at the border by having all the animals paperwork, and vaccines in order.
The reason these animals are brought to Canada is because we are more compassionate here. Animals are not disposable. The volunteers make sure every animal finds a loving home.
Since 2007, Open arms Pound Rescue has saved the lives of over 2000 dogs and a number of cats. Their volunteers pick up the dogs from shelters in the states, and drive them over the border to Canada.
They are prepared for any hassle at the border by having all the animals paperwork, and vaccines in order.
The reason these animals are brought to Canada is because we are more compassionate here. Animals are not disposable. The volunteers make sure every animal finds a loving home.
Thursday, June 10, 2010
Tragedy Strikes
A young mother in Quebec has been charged with manslaughter after a moment of inattention led to the tragic death of her three-week-old daughter.
The baby was in a car seat rocking on the kitchen floor, when her mother stepped outside a couple metres away to have a cigarette with the baby's grandmother. In the house were three adult Huskies, one of which was in a cage with a litter of puppies. As the mother turned her back for an instant, one of the Huskies mauled the baby, causing death.
The baby's mother has received the charge of manslaughter, and the grandmother was released without being charges. Reactions to the charge have been strong. Some saying it is too harsh in a case where criminal negligence would be more appropriate. There is also controversy with how fast the mother was charged. She barely had time to get over the shock of her child's death, and now she has to comprehend the implications this charge comes with.
The baby's father does not blame the baby's mother. He has said that she is an excellent mother, and he hopes that the charges don't stick.
The baby was in a car seat rocking on the kitchen floor, when her mother stepped outside a couple metres away to have a cigarette with the baby's grandmother. In the house were three adult Huskies, one of which was in a cage with a litter of puppies. As the mother turned her back for an instant, one of the Huskies mauled the baby, causing death.
The baby's mother has received the charge of manslaughter, and the grandmother was released without being charges. Reactions to the charge have been strong. Some saying it is too harsh in a case where criminal negligence would be more appropriate. There is also controversy with how fast the mother was charged. She barely had time to get over the shock of her child's death, and now she has to comprehend the implications this charge comes with.
The baby's father does not blame the baby's mother. He has said that she is an excellent mother, and he hopes that the charges don't stick.
Obituary: World's Ugliest Dog
Early this month Animal Planet's "World's Ugliest Dog" of 2009 passed away at the age of 17. Coincidently named Miss Ellie, this Chinese Crested Hairless was well known for her pimply skin, and lolling tongue. She was featured on numerous shows and commercials.
She even put her looks to good use, and with the assistance of her owners helped raise over $100,000 for the local humane society in her area. She did so much good work that Pigeon Forge mayor Keith Whaley declared November 12 as Miss Ellie Day.
She even put her looks to good use, and with the assistance of her owners helped raise over $100,000 for the local humane society in her area. She did so much good work that Pigeon Forge mayor Keith Whaley declared November 12 as Miss Ellie Day.
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