We Walk 4Water
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Crafter Q+A: Maxine Chan of Tulle Box Designs
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10 ways to set a fun-packed party picnic table for kids
The perfect party picnic table for kids Summer is ...
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Madeleines for Mother's Day
To celebrate Mother’s Day this year, go beyo...
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The Great Gatsby style inspiration
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5 keys to clean teeth, plus win an electric toothbrush
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Wendy Graves
Member since May 05, 2011
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Make a difference on World Rabies Day
Tomorrow is World Rabies Day. Organizations in more than 125 countries will aim to raise awareness and understanding about this preventable disease. More than 55,000 people die every year from rabies – about one person every 10 minutes. In some part of the world, extreme measures get taken because of the possible risk of diabetes. [...]
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Do dogs and cats look out for each other?
Word has it that dogs and cats don’t like each other very much. Does that mean they wouldn’t look out for a fellow four-legged creature? I’m not sure I ever believed that. And now after hearing about this family of pets, I’m more inclined than ever to think it’s a lie. This week we’ve turned [...]
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A castle built for a cat
I’m a firm believer that cats should be treated like the royalty they believe themselves to be. So when I came across the story of Billy Browne and his cat, Rufus, I couldn’t help but smile. Poor little Rufus had been suffering from an ear infection. Billy spent two weeks diligently giving Rufus ear drops [...]
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Councillor wants ban lifted on number of pets per household
When it comes to animal love, can a person have too much to go around? Not according to one Toronto city councillor. Earlier this month Glenn De Baeremaeker suggested removing a city bylaw that limits households to having no more than six pets. Owners can welcome any combo of cats, dogs, ferrets and rabbits (with [...]
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Our favourite TV animals
The impending arrival of September brings with it the anticipation of not only a new school year but also a roster of new TV shows. Reviews and trailers have been making the rounds for a few weeks already. One show that has piqued my interest is “Animal Practice.” The show revolves around a veterinarian at [...]
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High-tech collar tells you when your pet is too hot
A couple of months ago I told you about a Labrador named Tucker. The dog’s owners had left him locked in their vehicle on a scorching summer day while they went shopping for two hours. Tucker died shortly after authorities broke into the vehicle to help him. Sadly this has not been the only case [...]
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How to find a missing pet
Summer is in full bloom and with it sunny days aplenty. Has your pet joined you in spending more time in the great outdoors, maybe venturing a bit off his usual beaten path? Or maybe your indoor cat keeps poking his nose out the front door, itching for a run in the sun. What do [...]
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Olympic workout for Fido (and you!)
The Summer Games are just about here and we couldn’t be more excited. I predict some quality time will be spent in front of the television over the next two-plus weeks. But instead of simply crashing on the couch as our athletes do all the sweating, let their dedication inspire you – and your pet [...]
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Having a pet may just save your life
We know all about the benefits of owning a pet. Having a friend from the planet Animal is great for your physical health, your emotional welfare and, really, your overall well-being. As much as we could wax poetic about how much we love our friends for all they do for us, sometimes the fewer the [...]
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Pets may help keep kids healthy: study
When it comes to your infant’s health, a dog may well be his friend. According to a study out of Finland released this week, babies who share a home with a dog suffer from fewer respiratory illnesses, have fewer ear infections and need antibiotics less often during the first year of life than kids who [...]
