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Preventing Dental Disease in Pets

Aside from regular dental checkups, the most important thing pet owners can do to help prevent dental disease is regularly brushing your pet’s teeth. The Ontario Veterinary Medical Association says, "While pets don’t require brushing twice a day like people, every other day is the minimum to reap the benefits. “There have been studies that have proven brushing teeth less than every other day doesn’t make a difference, really,” said Dr. Huffman. In addition to regular brushing, Dr. Huffman says

Red Velvet Pupcakes for Valentine's Day

Red velvet is revered by cupcake lovers around the world. This Valentine's Day pamper your pooch with this crimson-hued tasty treat, thanks to beets and Dogster.com. We love you man! Ingredients: 1/4 cup canola oil, 1 cup applesauce, 1/3 cup beet puree or fresh beet juice, 1-1/2 cups whole-wheat flour, 2 tablespoons baking powder. Method: Heat oven to 350F. Line a 6-cup muffin tin. In a large bowl, whisk together oil, applesauce and beet puree. In a separate bowl, combine

What Are You Doing on Family Day?

Bring your favourite furry family member to Kamp K-9 so you can all celebrate Family Day 2018! Family Day is Monday, February 19. It's coming up faster than you can say "ski day" - so give us a call and make your arrangements today! Daycare and Boarding from your favourite Winner of the 2017 Readers' Choice Platinum Award for Best Pet Daycare in Mississauga! (We just wanted to remind

Pet Boarding for Valentine's Day and March Break!

Pet parents - don't forget about Victor and Victoria! Your canine companions need TLC too - exactly what we offer at Kamp K-9. Contact us about daycare and boarding so you can enjoy your time away (and not feel guilty or terrified of what you'll find when you get back). Boarding at Kamp K-9 begins with our 5’ x 8’ "kabins" (rooms). Even better, is the fact that each and every kabin is see-through from top to bottom. Kamp K-9 Kounsellors supervise your BFF's (best furry friends) 24 hours a day

Seriously Simple Chicken Jerky Strips

We're sharing this seriously simple recipe for jerky strips that Duke and Daisy will love. Store-bought raw hides may contain a ton of additives and preservatives. Homemade chicken jerky strips are a perfect replacement. This recipe, found in Canine Journal, is a much healthier alternative and very easy to make. Store them in an air-tight container in the fridge for up to two weeks (if they last that long!). Ingredients: 2-4 boneless skinless chicken breasts. Makes approx 10-20

Winter Exercise Tips for your Canine Companion

It's important that your dog get daily exercise. On those days when bad (or frigid) weather makes walking Susie and Sam impractical, you can still give your best buddies the exercise they need with these winter exercise ideas. Bring your best furry friend to Kamp K-9 for Daycare. We've got lots of room for them to run and play (and stay all day). We love that rhyme. Your BFFs are constantly supervised so you never have to worry what they're up to when you're not home. Here are a few more

What Hypothermia Means For Your Dog

When winter rolls around it brings freezing weather with it. Along with the cold comes another danger for our dogs: hypothermia, which is a dangerous drop in body temperature. The name comes from the Greek words “hypo,” meaning under, and “therm,” meaning heat.Today we're sharing an informative article published on Cesar Millan's website about hypothermia, its causes, diagnosis, what to do, and how to prevent it. While the condition can affect dogs and humans, it can affect dogs more severely

Healthy Pumpkin Balls

This snack from Cesar's Way is not only delicious but is also filled with fiber, vitamin A, beta-carotene, potassium, and iron. Ingredients for Healthy Pumpkin Balls: 1/2 cup canned pumpkin, 4 tbsp molasses, 4 tbsp water, 2 tbsp vegetable oil, 2 cups whole wheat flour, 1/4 tsp baking soda, 1/4 tsp baking powder, 1 tsp cinnamon (optional). Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Mix pumpkin, molasses, vegetable oil, and water together in a bowl. Add the whole

WebMD's - Top 10 Winter Skin and Paw Care Tips

WebMD says, "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. Says Dr. Louise Murray, ASPCA Director of Medicine, “During the winter, products used as de-icers on sidewalks and other areas can lead to trouble for our animal companions, potentially causing

Avoiding a Canine Crisis this Christmas

The ASPCA has put together a comprehensive list of the top toxic people foods to avoid feeding your pet. As always, if you suspect your pet has eaten any of the following foods, please note the amount ingested and contact your veterinarian as quickly as possible. Alcohol. Alcoholic beverages and food products containing alcohol can cause vomiting, diarrhea, decreased coordination, central nervous system depression, difficulty breathing, tremors, abnormal blood acidity, coma and even death.

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