Come visit us on the holiday Monday. We'll be open from 9:00am-6:00pm.
Unfortunately, our K9 Day Care will be closed on the Monday.
Friday, August 29, 2014
Tuesday, August 26, 2014
Happy National Dog Day!
To celebrate National Dog Day, WAG is recognizing the dogs that need to be rescued, acknowledging family dogs and dogs that work selflessly each day to save lives, keep us safe and bring comfort. We'll be donating 25% of our coffee sales from August 26th to select local rescues and service dogs.
While adopting a dog is a fantastic way to support shelters, it is not always a viable option, but there are other ways to support shelters besides adoption. Interested in getting involved but don’t know how? Here are three simple ways to get more involved:
Pick a Rescue
For starters, pick a rescue! There are many rescues operating in Ottawa and the surrounding area, some of which are breed specific. Are you a fan of Greyhounds? Then maybe the Greyhound Supporters of the NCR is the rescue for you. Have you got a soft spot for larger breeds? Check out Friendly Giants Dog Rescue. Maybe you want to make a difference in the lives of dogs rescued from puppy mills. If so, LOYAL Rescue might be just what you are looking for. Take a look online at ottawadogblog.ca for a full list of Ottawa rescues.
Make a Donation
A lot of hard work, time and money is required to rescue dogs. Many of them arrive to the shelters in poor health and require medical attention, which unfortunately means expensive veterinary bills and medication. Whether it is a one-time donation or a monthly one, financial donations are always appreciated. Most shelters will also accept donations in the form of collars, leashes, food, treats and toys. Want to buy Fido a new collar but don’t know what to do with the old one? Donate it! Are you stuck with at big bag of dog kibble that Scruffy absolutely refuses to eat? Donate it! Does Rufus have a favourite toy but ignores the rest? Donate them! Call up the shelter to get a better idea of what they might be in need of, or stop by WAG and drop off your donated items and we will give them to a shelter for you.
Foster A Dog
Interested in caring for a dog, but aren’t sure if you can make the long-term commitment? Become a foster parent! Many rescue organizations have foster programs, in which you volunteer to care for a dog until a permanent home can be found for it. This is a fantastic way to volunteer and become more involved with a particular rescue.
Doggin' Knit this Sunday
Doggin' Knit Beginner's Knitting Circle Come by WAG this Sunday to learn some of the essential lessons for new knitters: choosing supplies, casting on, knitting. The fall season is quickly approaching, and this would be a great little hobby to hone. WAG employee, Abbie will be sharing her "purls" of wisdom as she teaches you how to knit a scarf or dishcloth. Please bring your own supplies: You'll need (1) knitting needles, size U.S. 7 or 8/ 4.5mm or 5.0mm (approximately $5) and (2) Yarn (see next paragraph). If you'd like to begin with a dishcloth, you'll need 100% cotton yarn. I like Bernat Handicrafter Cotton (50 g./1.75 oz. or 73 m/80 yds). If you'd prefer to begin with a scarf, you'll need a "light worsted" or "worsted/afghan The total cost of supplies should be no more than $10. You can find items at Michael's, though, we would encourage you to shop local and check out Yarn Forward in the Glebe (581 Bank Street). This event is free, but we would encourage calling to register a space (613) 730-4647. As always, friendly dogs are welcome! Please consider buying a drink to support future events/seminars/breed nights in our cafe. |
Yorkie Do Tomorrow!
Join us tomorrow evening (Wed. Aug. 27th) from 7:00pm-8:30pm for our semi-regular social gathering for Yorkshire Terriers!
Happy National Dog Day
Happy National Dog Day! |
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Sunday, August 24, 2014
It's a good week to be at WAG.
Tuesday, August 19, 2014
Are you using the right feeder for your pup?
Incase you can't make out the text...
Elevated feeders are ideal for large or tall dogs, as it improves comfort, reduces stress and cumulative joint damage in your large breed dog.
Steep sided bowls are best for long-eared dogs. Steep bowls with narrow openings keep your dogs' ears from falling into food and water dishes.
Shallow bowls are advised for short nosed dogs, because it makes it easier for them to reach food, eliminating strain and pressure against the throat.
Slow feeder bowls are best for fast eaters! They help to slow down your dog's eating while improving digestion and nutrient absorption.
Deep bowls can be used with long-nosed dogs, allowing the dog more "nose room" making eating more comfortable.
Puppies are best advised to use shallow bowls, making it easier to reach food by eliminating pressure against the throat.
Monday, August 18, 2014
Nail Cutting Clinic
Thursday, August 21st, 2014
9:00AM-5:00PM
Trimmed nails are necessary for your dog's safety and comfort.
Let Brittany, our daycare facilitator and dog guru, ease the job of having your dog's nails cut for the discounted price of of $17.99.
Friday, August 15, 2014
ACANA Singles Seminar
Wednesday, August 20th, 7:00pm-8:30pm
Come by WAG to learn about ACANA Singles-THE WORLD’S FIRST BIOLOGICALLY APPROPRIATE AND LIMITED INGREDIENT DOG FOODS. Perfect for diet-sensitive dogs of all breeds and life stages, ACANA Singles feature unmatched meat inclusions of Alberta pork, Canadian duck or New Zealand lamb - all in richly nourishing Whole Prey ratios to eliminate the need for synthetic amino-acids and vitamins in ACANA foods.
National Geographic Paw of Approval!
We are pleased to announce that WAG Pet Shop and K9 Day Care has been awarded National Geographic's "Paw of Approval" which will be featured in their book The Dog Lover's Guide to Travel. And here is a link to check out the book: shopng.com/
Thursday, August 14, 2014
21 Facts About Dogs That Will Blow Your Mind
21 Facts About Dogs That Will Blow Your Mind by Bark Post
Everyone knows that Irish Wolfhounds are the biggest dogs in the land and that a dog’s brain is specialized for scent, but here are a few quirky and mind-blowing facts that you probably don’t know related to our beloved pups.
Fact #21: Dogs are capable of understanding up to 250 words and gestures, can count up to five and can perform simple mathematical calculations. The average dog is as intelligent as a two-year-old child.(Source.)
Fact #20: Some stray Russian dogs have figured out how to use the subway system in order to travel to more populated areas in search of food. (Source.)
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Fact #19: Dogs don’t enjoy being hugged as much as humans and other primates. Canines interpret putting a limb over another animal as a sign of dominance. (Source.)
Fact #18: Two stray dogs in Afghanistan saved 50 American soliders. A Facebook group raised $21,000 to bring the dogs back to the US and reunite them with the soldiers.(Source.)
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Fact #17: The Beatles song “A day in the Life” has an extra high-pitched whistle, audible only to dogs. It was recorded by Paul McCartney for the enjoyment of his Shetland sheepdog.(Source.)
Fact #16: This pup, Nesbit, earned over one million Delta airline miles in his life and had his own frequent flier card. (Source.)
Fact #15: One of Michael Vick’s former fighting dogs, Leo, went on to be a therapy dog who comforted dying children.(Source.)
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Fact #14: Service dogs are trained to know when they are on duty. When their harness is on, they know it’s business time. When you take it off, the pups immediately become playful and energetic.(Source.)
Fact #13: Tiger Woods stuttered as a child and used to talk to his dog until he fell asleep in an effort to get rid of it. (Source.)
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Fact #12: Seeing eye dogs pee and poo on command so that their owners can clean up after them. Male dogs are also trained to do their business without lifting their leg.(Source.)
Fact #11:In ancient China, an emperor’s last line of defense was a small Pekingese dog literally hidden up his sleeve.(Source.)
Fact #10: When Lord Byron was informed that his dog was not allowed to come with him to Cambridge Trinity College, he retaliated by bringing a bear instead.(Source.)
Fact #9: In 1860′s San Francisco, two stray dogs who were best friends became local celebrities. Their exploits were celebrated in local papers and they were granted immunity from the city’s dog catchers. (Source.)
Fact #8: There is a dog-shaped building in New Zealand.(Source.)
Fact #7: This dog, Naki’o, lost all of his legs to frostbite in Colorado, but now has four prosthetic legs and can run around like normal.(Source.)
Fact #6: The wetness of a dog’s nose is essential for determining what direction a smell is coming from.(Source.)
Fact #5: Hyenas aren’t actually dogs. They are more closely related to cats.(Source.)
Fact #4: Spiked dog collars were invented in ancient Greece and were originally designed to protect dogs throats from wolf attacks.(Source.)
Fact #3: Baks the blind boxer has a seeing eye goose named Buttons. Buttons the four-year-old goose leads her pup around everywhere either by hanging onto him with her neck, or by honking to tell him which way to go.(Source.)
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Fact #2: ‘Frito Feet’ is the name of the phenomenon in which the bacteria on a dog’s paws cause them to smell like corn chips. Because a pup’s feet are in constant contact with the ground, they pick up tons of microorganisms in their paws. When dogs cool off by sweating through the pads of their feet, the combo of moisture and bacteria releaces a nutty, popcorn-like aroma. Basically it’s dog B.O. (Source.)
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Fact #1: Dogs drink water by using forming the back of their tongue into a mini cup.(Source.)
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