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It’s time to spring clean your pets With the onset of warm weather, our thoughts have turned to prepar- ing our lawns, cars and homes for spring cleanups. But equally impor- tant is that with a little effort; you can give your pet a healthier and happier summer by ie now to prevent summer ailmé Over the next few web we will present a series of articles ‘which will outline ways of preparing your pet for summer. For more detailed information, please contact your local veterinarian. As you have: ‘already noticed, + your pet is losing large quantities of hair throughout your house. It is essential that the hair be removed by brushing. This may seem like a never-ending process, but unless this hair is removed, proper air cir- culation will be lost and secondary skin infections can form. As well, it allows you to remove the coat mabe than having it left on your c: Breeds that do not shed will i benefit from a clipping of their coats which have grown long over the winter. The benefits are similar to those of brushing, resulting in fewer skin problems later in the year. Following a thorough grooming, most dogs will benefit from a sham- forboresmnety ere poy 150 Guelph St, St, Georgetown fates: Mon-Wed. O6p pm, Thurs.-Fri. 9-7 pm, Sat. 8:30-5,pm. YOU KNOW? with Len Dodds MORE ABOUT THE GOLF BALL The first concern one should have choosing a golf ball-should be its construction. Two piece or three piece. With its surlyn cover the two plece ball is more durable. It is designed for the aver- age golfer who mishits often enough to than the three piece the three piece spins better player who doesn't worry about mishitt covered three piece ball ‘And as the unknown golfer says: a golf book and It takes too many golf For Sale LeftHand - PUTTERS - Right Hand oo and rinse to cleanse the coat thoroughly. This may have to be repeated for those dogs which are not done on a regular basis. Generally it is best to use a sham- poo designed for pets rather than a human shampoo, and if your pet has sensitive skin, a hypoallergenic shampoo available from your veteri- narian would be advisable. Many cases of post-bathing itching are related either to inadequate rising or allergic reaction to the shampoo used. If your pet is used to a hair dryer, you can carefully dry them with being careful not to burn their skin. Bathing a cat is often extremely stressful to them (and their owner), so unless your cat is cooperative or there is a medical condition which requires bathing, most cats are best cleansed by brushing. In all cases you will have the option of having a 1 Bedroom from *96, groomer perform these functions for Many of-our pets are less active in the winter and have not worn their nails. Rather than risking a torn nail, a quick nail trim (either done by yourself or your local vet- erinarian) will help to prevent this condition. If you are trimming your pets nails, be sure you understand the technique and are aware how to avoid the blood vessels in the nail. Your veterinarian would be happy to demonstrate this to you. With lack of activity also comes weight gain and decreased exercise tolerance. Your veterinarian may mmend a reduced calorie food to decrease those increased pounds. Obesity is a major health hazard in our pets which can be controlled if approached early. Be careful not to overexercise your pet if he/she is not used to that level of activity 2 Bedroom °C Haltonitilis: This Week; Saturday, April24, 1993 — Page 29 The cat’s out of the bag. Binkie, the cat, that Is, owned by Kevin Murphy of Georgetown. Seems Binkie was hungry and just wanted to make sure Kevin had picked up some grub. - photo submitted after a quiet winter, rather slowly increase the lengths of your walks through the spring. In future articles we will explore flea prevention, heartworm disease and vaccination. If you have any questions, please contact your local veterinarian. parking e Exercise Room ¢ Tennis Court e Library e Six acres of landscaped grounds with spectacular view ¢ Highly secured building with underground « Very well maintained and managed building, # Five appliances Gnd in-suite laundry facilities ¢ "GO" train service at front door ¢ Community lifestyle and organized activities Call Fred Harrison* for more details. e Sauna e Pool e Workshop £19.95 - 29.95 ¢ Fully finished rec room CENTRE HALL BUNGALOW «Immaculate 3 bedroom home on quiet crescent « New kitchen and spearate formal dining room ¢ Hardwood floors Business 846-1100 Residence 873-6218 SUTTON GROUP PROFESSIONAL REAL ESTATE SERVICES INC. Fred Harrison *Sales Representative ¢ New hard twist broadioom 3 piece washroom downstairs * Comer log buming fireplace ¢ Wet bar * A MUST AT ONLY $184,500 m 877-08: