Sunday , 22 December 2024

April: Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Month

April is Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Month. Each year, the ASPCA urges supporters across the country to support their efforts and Go Orange for Animals in honor of the signing of the ASPCA’s charter in 1866. In 2011, they celebrate 145 years of fighting against animal cruelty. It should be an effort by animal rescues and local animal groups …

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Ask A Vet: Anal Glands

Q: I have a 7 year old Basset male in good health. He develops blocked and then infected anal glands every 3 months or so. Usually anti-biotics takes care of it. His bowel movements are ok and his behavior is normal, but when he gets a bit smelly, we know something is brewing. Is there any way to remedy this …

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New Book Series Teaches Children About Animal Rescue And Adoption

The author Bonnie Jo Davis has published a series of short story books to teach children about animal rescue and adoption. The name of the book is “Mrs. Morgan Rescues…” and the short story series are e-books available on Kindle. The characters are Mrs. Morgan of Savannah, Georgia, her rescue dog Cinnamon and her eleven year old next door neighbor …

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From a Vet’s Point of View: Choosing a Rescue Carefully

Looking for a pet? Choose the facility carefully! By: Dr. Christina Nosotti   From experience, you will quickly bond and become attached to any pet you bring home. However worthy of your affection though, in some cases a particular pet may not be the best fit for your family, or it could develop behavior problems or health issues that can …

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Dr. Amanda Glew: We All Make Mistakes

We All Make Mistakes  By: Dr. Amanda Glew  Everyone once in a while, you meet a client who is so understanding of the complications that can occur in our business, that you feel like saying “Why are you so nice?” Such was the case with a Bernese Mountain dog that I recently treated for a salivary mucocoele. They were new …

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Nanook…no ordinary puppy

This is the story about Nanook. No, I am not writing about the annual Canadian Forces military training exercise called Operation Nanook. But, I can say that this story is about survival, endurance, and living through all adversities for a little puppy. She is not a K9 dog or military dog, she is a puppy that unfortunately is another victim …

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MONTREAL SPCA PAWS 4 A CAUSE – Sponsorship Opportunity

  Contact Ashley Govan 514-999-5862 PAWS 4 A CAUSE 2012 is an event coming up in April that will help fund the incredible work of the SPCA E-Shelter.   Last year’s event raised an amazing $33,000 for the cause! Get in early to have your business a part of this fantastic fundraiser and reach your target demographic!    General Information  For …

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It’s easy being green!

MDB had the honour of marching alongside our friends at the Montreal SPCA in this year’s 190th edition of the St. Patrick’s Parade! Thanks to everyone who cheered us on, showed up to volunteer and warmed up a chilly afternoon with all the love! (We got a nice mention in the Gazette, too!)   Check out the photos from this year …

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Rosie is auctioning 2 pairs of tickets for the Montreal Canadiens vs. the Washington Capitals

Rosie is auctioning 2 pairs of tickets for the Montreal Canadiens vs. the Washington Capitals, at the Bell Centre, Tuesday April 9 2013. The tickets are in White, section 318. Go to this link to place your bid: www.32auctions.com/Rosiehockey The auction starts Tuesday March 12 at 7 PM, and runs until April 2 at 8 PM.

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Rosie Animal Adoption is hosting an online Art Auction!

          Art Auction Rosie Animal Adoption is hosting an online Art Auction! Bid online for any of these cheerful paintings by L. Caron The auction opens March 15 at 5 AM and closes March 30 at midnight To bid, go to www.32auctions.com/encanrosie CLICK ON PICTURE TO ENLARGE  

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