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SPOT is happy now, and living in a flat near you. Canny developers began building pet-friendly blocks about 20 years ago because they realised the sums didnt add up: more than 60 per cent of Australians own pets; more and more Australians are choosing to live in flats; but most flats prohibit pets.
The St. John the Baptist Parishs animal rabies vaccination campaign will be held today at several locations throughout the parish. The cost is $8. Vaccinating pets is a barrier that protects pets and family members from wildlife rabies.
Kiwis fork out $1.6 billion a year on their pooches, moggies and assorted pets and not just for Champ and Whiskas and the odd flea treatment.
More than ever pets are part of the family, with caring owners increasingly shelling out for human products and services, such as insurance, deli treats, day care, a new duffel coat for winter, and a haircut and blow dry every six weeks.
It seems being in the doghouse never looked so good.
These school holidays cat and dog owners heading out of town will call on pet feeding services which can cost $8 to $17 a meal, or drop their four-legged friends off at catteries and kennels, which, depending on location and luxury levels, can cost between $14 and $50 a day.
Boarding and day care services account for $75 million, or 5 per cent of the total $1.6b spent on companion animals a year, according to a report last year by the Companion Animal Council.
The report estimates the average annual expenditure for a cat at $466; for a dog, $1047.
Petone pet lover Amie McCarron reckons those figures are a bit light.
The artist has two king charles cavalier and cocker spaniel crosses Sasha and Ollie and two cats, burmilla Max and a burmese called Lily.
She spends about $200 on premium petfood for them every six weeks, and roughly $160 a year per pet on routine vet visits.
Not so routine vet visits for Lilys hip joint replacement and to have Sashas stomach pumped after she ate panadol have cost up to $800 each.
Sasha and Ollie are professionally groomed four times a year at $70 per dog per visit, and the pooches have jumpers and raincoats for wintry weather.
I did actually buy proper dog boots for Sasha for when we go camping, as she tends to run until her feet bleed.
I sometimes think about working [all the costs] out, but it scares me.
Getting a pet in the first place requires more than small change.
Adopting a kitten at Wellingtons SPCA costs $75 or $175, depending on its age, and a puppy costs $195 or $295.
Fees include the cost of desexing, microchipping, vaccinations and worm and flea treatments.
Pet chain Animates has only SPCA kittens for adoption, for $179; SPCA puppies are $595.
Marketing manager Jacqui Baigent says those prices include a range of services such as a donation to the SPCA, and the costs of a vet check, desexing, vaccinations including additional required vaccinations for puppies microchipping, one months pet insurance, flea and worm treatment, food vouchers, and a 30-minute introductory training session for puppies.
Dear Daisy Dog: My veterinarian thinks my dog, Rusty, has a food allergy. She recommends we try a prescription venison and potato diet for three months, to see if he improves.
Her prescription diet is expensive, so Id like to buy a venison diet from the pet supply store. Wont that work just as well?
Daisy responds: Possibly not. A recently published study documented that some over-the-counter, or OTC, diets are contaminated with other proteins.
Researchers tested four OTC venison diets that claimed to contain no soy or beef: 1. Eukanuba Naturally Wild New Zealand Venison amp;amp; Potato, 2. Dick Van Pattans Natural Balance, 3. Natures Variety Prairie New Zealand Venison amp;amp; Millet and 4. Wellness Simple Food Solutions Rice amp;amp; Venison.
The first three tested positive for soy, a common food allergen. In addition, diet 2 contained beef, another common allergen, even though beef isnt listed on the label.
To avoid OTC food, ask your veterinarian about putting Rusty on a home-cooked diet. Dont buy ground venison, because ground meat often contains bits of other meats processed earlier.
Your home-cooked diet should contain one part venison to two parts potato or other carbohydrate Rusty has never eaten. Feed a daily total of about 1 cup per 10 pounds of body weight.
Offer nothing else but water during Rustys three-month diet trial.
Dear Christopher Cat: Puss in Boots, my 10-year-old cat, sees a country veterinarian for his yearly exam and vaccinations. I love this vet because hes gentle and kind, but he doesnt suggest the lab work my friends veterinarians recommend. Should Puss have periodic lab work, and if so, what tests should I request?
Christopher responds: Your question is important, and Id suggest you ask it of your veterinarian.
Along with a physical exam and information on how Puss is doing (called the history), lab work is an important tool in identifying medical problems early, so they can be treated before they cause lethargy, pain, organ damage or premature death.
Most veterinarians recommend fecal testing to detect parasites that can infect even indoor cats – and the humans who live with them.
Mom tests my blood to rule out anemia, kidney disease, liver problems, an overactive thyroid gland and many other disorders. These tests are referred to as a complete blood count, chemistry profile and T4 thyroid level.
In addition to blood tests, you should request a urinalysis, which can identify kidney and bladder diseases, such as infection.
Many veterinarians also recommend the proBNP test for heart disease, because the most common feline heart problem, cardiomyopathy, usually isnt discovered during a physical exam.
Ask the Vets Pets appears Friday. The animal authors of the column live with Lee Pickett, VMD., who practices companion animal medicine at Bernville Veterinary Clinic. Contact them at www.askthevetspets.com, 610-488-0166 or PO Box 302, Bernville, PA 19506-0302.
DeckandDockBoxes.com gives away a free summer boat preparation guide in PDF format
Fishermen and other leisure boat enthusiasts are advised to get ready for the summer with tips and step-by-step instructions for fishing, boating or easy deck upkeep and organization with a free preparation guide from DeckandDockBoxes.com.
Summers never long enough so people want to spend their time having fun, not working outside, said Steve Barron, president of Deck and Dock Boxes. Our free guide provides lots of ideas to minimize your work and prep time so you can maximize your play time.
Whether its getting ready for summer or winterizing the boat, Summer Seasonal Guide will help handle all aspects of the deck and dock season. From storing fishing gear to organizing boat equipment and lawn supplies, theres an efficient way to do it. Whether warm weather recreation is spent on land, lake or sea, reference to the companys Summer Seasonal Guide will make the most of time afloat.
Download a free copy of the Summer Seasonal Guide PDF from DeckandDockBoxes.com
AUBURN, AL -Think your pet is cute enough to be in a calendar?
The Lee County Humane Society will begin accepting entries for the2013 Best Friends Calendarcontest on April 18. TheBest Friends Calendaris a celebration of Lee County Humane Society supporters’ pets and helps raise money for the animals at the shelter.
The 2012 calendar raised more than $17,000 for the animals at the shelter.
Photo entries will be accepted April 18 until June 1. Each entry costs $10 per photo, and all photos will be included in the 2013 calendar. A special offer of $20 per photo plus 15 votes in the contest or $35 per photo plus 50 votes in the contest is offered. Photo submissions for the contest should be a 4×6 photograph or high resolution digital format submission by email or online atwww.leecountyhumane.org. Applications and official rules for the contest are available at the shelter or online atwww.leecountyhumane.org.
The photo receiving the highest number of votes will be featured as the “Cover Pet.” The winner will receive a personal pet photography session with Jackie Hampton Photography. The 11 pets receiving next highest number of votes will be featured as a “Pet of the Month.”
Voting for the contest will begin June 11 at the shelter (and online) and end September 29 at the shelter’s Woofstock celebration. Each vote costs $1.00, and there is no limit to the number of votes that may be submitted per photograph. All donations to Lee County Humane Society are tax-deductible.
All proceeds from the 2013 Best Friends Calendar will benefit the animals at Lee County Humane Society. Lee County Humane Society is a 501(c)3 non-profit dedicated to serving the citizens and animals of Lee County through animal rescue, the promotion of responsible animal companionship, and the elimination of pet overpopulation.
The adults-only hotel group Warner Leisure Hotels has announced some excellent money-saving deals on many of its hotel breaks for the summertime, so those looking to get away in the next few months should book now to get the most for their money.
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The adults-only hotel group Warner Leisure Hotels has announced some excellent money-saving deals on many of its hotel breaks for the summertime, so those looking to get away in the next few months should book now to get the most for their money.
Right now, customers can save up to 40 per cent on selected summer breaks 2012 from April right the way through to December, so you could even organise a holiday far in advance if you wanted to be prepared. This would help to ensure you get the best price for your break, and with April breaks from as little as £169pp and December breaks just £143pp at certain hotels, it?s definitely a steal.
Along with this great offer, potential guests can also benefit from half price room upgrades, so you can get a fantastic room for less. Both weekend and midweek breaks are available for Warner Leisure?s 2012 UK breaks and adults can guarantee a great time when staying.
There is always something to do at a Warner Leisure hotel, no matter where your interests lie. For instance, every hotel comes with a choice of great evening entertainment, with some of this year?s acts including Lenny Henry, Elkie Brooks and Billy Ocean. Whether you stay at one of the group?s country or coastal hotels, or even if you stay at one of its coastal villages, you will also be able to wander through landscaped grounds featuring stunning views.
A Warner break gives you the perfect opportunity to venture into the surrounding areas ?explore the Great British countryside, go for a coastal walk or visit a nearby attraction or shopping centre to pick up some souvenirs before you head home.
?Our hotels are designed for adults that want to experience a range of activities whilst also having time to relax and, as such, we work hard to make sure that each and every one is fit for a king,? said Jason Riseborough, Marketing Manager at Warner Leisure Hotels. ?Our current summer offers can help our valued customers to enjoy some time at one of our 13 hotels and coastal villages this year, where they can put their feet up and make the most of some well-deserved relaxation.?
To find out more about the summer offers that are available, visit www.warnerleisurehotels.co.uk now.
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About Warner Leisure Hotels:
Warner Leisure Hotels is a hotel group with a difference, offering stunning historic buildings in a wide range of UK locations including Suffolk, Nottinghamshire and Berkshire. Guests can choose between country hotels and coastal hotels and are guaranteed top quality accommodation, a lively atmosphere, excellent food and the very best facilities.
For further information contact:
Jason Riseborough
Email: jason.riseboroughbourne-leisure.co.uk
Website: http://www.warnerleisurehotels.co.uk
Telephone: 0844 871 4523
Two Gainsborough Aegir Cycling Club members took on the challenge of the clubs extra long leisure ride when Trevor Halstead and Loll Dickenson cycled the 128-mile ride to Boston and back on Sunday.
The club’s evening races on 4th April were 15 and eight-mile time trials starting at Laughton, near Croft Farm, and results were: 15 miles, 1, Jordan Skelly 42 minutes 57 seconds; 2, Trevor Halstead 46-08; 3, Andy Clark 46-54.
On Sunday 15th April the annual Duathlon Challenge between Aegir Cycling Club and Morton Striders Athletic Club takes place – meet 9.45am outside the leisure centre on The Avenue.
There is also an afternoon leisure ride after the Duathlon event – riders meet leisure centre 11.30am. Lunch at Saundby.
On Wednesday 18th April the League 10-mile and juvenile eight-mile races take place starting on Laughton Lane, riders meet 6.15pm, first rider off at 6.30pm.
For more details contact Trevor Halstead at Church Street Cycles, 102-104 Church Street, Gainsborough, or tel 01427 617752 or home 01427 677396.
An 11-year-oldwasinjured in a suspected stabbing by
another child at Allhallows Leisure Park.
The 11-year-old, thought to be a boy,was taken to hospital
following an incident at the caravan park on the Hoo Peninsula
yesterday afternoon.
However, a police spokesman said the injuries were not thought
to be serious.
Paramedics were already on the scene when police arrived at
4.30pm.
A police
spokesman said the individuals involved were known to each other.
No arrests have been made.
A major search unfolded an hour later after a nine-year-old boy
with learning difficulties went missing from the caravan site.
The two incidents are understood to have been connected.
Lifeboat and coastguard crews and the RAF rescue helicopter
(pictured) were scrambled to theholiday park just after
5.45pm.
Sheerness RNLI inshore lifeboat, Medway Coastguard and the 125
search and rescue helicopter from RAF Wattisham, Suffolk, all
searched for the nine-year-old boy.
He was found safe and well after Sheerness RNLI, called at
6.04pm, had searched the coastline for 10 minutes.
Bexleyheath Social Servicesare now dealingwith the
matter.
Friday, April 13 2012
A West Sussex leisure centre has been closed after a chlorine gas leak in the main swimming pool area.
Emergency services were called to Felpham Leisure Centre in Felpham Way, Bognor Regis, shortly before 06:30 BST after a leak in a pump room.
West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service said alarm panels showed low levels of chlorine in the room.
Firefighters from Bognor, Littlehampton and Chichester attended the scene and isolated the chlorine cylinder valves.
The monitoring system later showed safe levels in the pump room. Fire crews left the scene at 09:15 BST.
Inspire Leisure, which operates the centre, said it was closed until further notice and has apologised for any inconvenience.