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For Your Information. by Dr. Ted Kilpatrick, Dr. Sandy Cook, Dr. Christina McRae, Dr. Wendy Korver Bowmanville Veterinary Clinic The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, Wednesday, August 19,1992 New Program to Replace Gypsy Moth Spray Efforts Housesoiling in Pets Pets are, by nature, quite fastidious in their eliminative behaviours. In the . wild, dogs and cats instinctively prefer prefer not to urinate or defecate inside their "houses", leaving the area before relieving themselves in order to keep the nest clean and reduce disease. In domesticity, most pets quickly leam to apply the same behaviour to your .house. Nevertheless, houscsoiling is a particularly disagreeable habit of which pet owners often complain. Reform Party to Elect Candidate For Next Election 'The Victoria-Haliburton Constitu- . ency Association of the Reform Party '-I.of Canada is planning to elect a candi- , date on Monday, September 28, 1992 - to run in the next Federal Election. ' The Party Nomination Meeting will take place in the Lindsay Armory with the successful nominee acquiring a majority of votes cast by the members attending the meeting. This is a first for the local riding association with expectations that the meeting will be well attended by active members of the riding. Voting at this official function function is restricted to members holding valid memberships (August 28, 1992) 1 - prior to the meeting. Persons showing interest in the 1 nomination are participating in the 1 1 candidate recruitment and selection process of the Reform Party which '.' places them at a definite advantage to "seek the nomination. Candidates are - judged suitable by the Selection Com- 'i -mittec who indicate they are: 1) Trust- 1 worthy, 2) Reform Oriented, 3) Able, 1,1 -4) Electable. Each nominee must af- ■ -firm the Party's position on a Triplê-E ■ -Senate, language policy, voting moral issues and provincial/individual equal- - - 11 ity. The closing date for nominations is September 21, 1992 in order that ■ nominees be placed on the ballot for / the Nomination Meeting. There are many things which may incite a pet to urinate or defecate in the house, A single, unrcpcated occurence occurence may result from nothing more than leaving them too long without access access to litter or the outdoors. Repeated episodes require prompt attention. Firstly, your pet should be examined examined by a veterinarian to rule out disease disease as the cause of houscsoiling. A urine or stool sample may be required, along with blood tests, x-rays, or other tests, depending on the suspected illness. illness. Some diseases than can result in inappropriate urination include cystitis (bladder infection), diabetes, kidney disease, hormonal diseases, and F.U.S. (feline urologie syndrome). Inappropriate Inappropriate defecation can be caused by internal parasites, viruses and bacteria, bacteria, diet change, food intolerance, infiltrative infiltrative bowel diseases (such as cancer cancer and others), colitis, digestive enzyme disorders, and others. A good history and physical examination will help to distinguish the most likely causes. If the problem is determined to be behavioral in origin, your veterinarian will be able to help you to illuminate the underlying cause and can organize a plan to correct it. The first step is to remove the stimulus to repeat the habit. habit. This means cleaning the floor, carpet, carpet, bedding, furniture, or anything else that has been soiled, with an appropriate appropriate commercial stain AND odour elimination product. Most household cleansers or bleaches arc either ineffective, unsafe, or impractical impractical to use for this purpose. At this point, the specific cause should be addressed. Stress is a big cause of inappropriate elimination. Pets can feel stressed or threatened by many things, some of which may not be obvious to the owners. Any change in routine, for example, going back to work after time off or a child leaving or returning from university, can be a stress in the pet's life. Environment is also important. Moving is a major stress in most people's lives, but don't forget that your pet feels this too. Infrequent Infrequent cleaning of litter boxes or changes in litter can be an obvious cause of breaking housetraining in cats. Your veterinarian can assist you in determining the cause of your pet's problem and can offer appropriate treatment options. The Region of Durham and the County of Northumberland, in conjunction conjunction with the Ministry of Natural Resources, have agreed to jointly coordinate coordinate a new Forest Health Information Information and Awareness Program. The Ministry of Natural Resources introduced introduced this new program to replace the Gypsy Moth Aerial Spray Program which was cancelled last February. The new Forest Health Program will continue to operate from the office of the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority in Port Hope. Last year, the Minister of Natural Resources announced that a new Sustainable Sustainable Forestry Program would be introduced into the province of Onta rio. As part of this new Sustainable Forestry Program a Private Woodland Strategy was developed to help promote promote the concept of sustaining our forests forests on private lands for environmental, environmental, economical and social benefits. The Forest Health Program, which the Municipalities have agreed to operate jointly, is one of the key components of the Private Woodland Strategy. The main goal of the Forest Health Program Program is education and awareness focused focused directly on individual landowner, landowner, special interest groups, cottage associations, school groups and other interested participants to help them better understand all aspects of forest health issues, and provide them with the skills and knowledge to make in formed decisions regarding the management management of their woodlands. Once the program is firmly in place, an information service will be offered to the public on numerous factors factors affecting the health of our forests. Such topics will include acid rain, soil fertility, insects, disease, reforestation and management. The Municipal Forest Forest Health Program Co-ordinator will be able to offer tree health information information and advice to everyone from landowners of large holdings to an individual individual nurturing one tree. Anyone interested in learning more about the program can contact Lorraine Norris, Forest Health Co-ordinator. (416) 885-8173. INSIGHT ON SMALL BUSINESS A Weekly Feature for Entrepreneurs 799 BLOOR ST. W., OSHAWA 404-0525 NO GIMMICKS What can I do about Idea Thieves? I have a great idea for a new product product and want to patent it. I know nothing nothing about this procedure. Can you tell me how to go about it? To start with, neither you nor anyone anyone else can claim ownership to an idea. An idea is a thought which is virtually virtually impossible to protect. Therefore you must develop your idea into something concrete. There are many forms of protection protection - patents, industrial designs, copyright copyright and trademarks. First, you must determine what needs protection. For example, if you have written a new computer program you would file for a copyright, not a patent. If you have developed an idea that is unique in its oütside appearance, for example a picture picture or an ashtray, it would qualify for industrial design protection. If you have developed a new logo or name for a product, you would apply for trade mark registration.,,,, L „S , ' " Inventions g™ usually, either' mechanical, mechanical, electrical,, electronic or chemical in nature. They can be products, products, processes or methods of manufacturing. manufacturing. To be classified as an invention, invention, the product or process must be a step forward from whatever was known or used before. Or it may achieve the "same result in a better way - or a better result. Many inventions are relatively minor improvements over existing technology. To be patentable, an invention must be novel, obvious, useful and invented invented by the applicant himself. A patent does not protect: - a trade mark - a book, play, song, or photograph - the design of an article - a concept, idea, or a desired result. result. A patent is not a license to make a product. It is not compulsory to take out a patent - a product may be made and sold without a patent, providing it does not infringe on someone else's patent. Patents are granted by govem- "ments - usually by a department or ministry authorized to do so. Canadian Canadian patents are granted by the Canadian Canadian Patent Office, a department of the federal Ministry of Consumer ,and;, Corporate Affairs. ' , \ Applying for a patent is a complex procedure. You should consider consulting consulting a reputable patent attorney to handle the procedure for you. CLUES ACROSS 1. Timepiece 4. Performed 8. Small fairy 9. Foundation 10. Overthrow 11. Couple 12. Discourage 13. Quick retort 16. Eatable 19. Affront 23. Defeat 26. Competed 28. Riotous crowd 29. Hesitate 30. Ooze 31. By way of 32. Abrupt 33. Answer CLUES DOWN 2. Beginning 3. Falcon 4. Able to buy 5. Whack 6. Residue 7. Army chaplain 9. Emblem 14. Away 15. Large cask 17. Owing 18. Woman's garment 20. To do without 21. Evade 22. Take away 23. Storehouse 24. Not sharp 25. Applaud 27. Blockhead HOROSCOPES Last Week's Solutions ACROSS 1.Vast 3.Rap 5.Less 7.Fluctuate 9.0ral lO.Snap 11.Pylon 14, Oscar 15. Erred 17. Inter 18. Dined 19. Venue 20. Eerie 23. Late 25. Here 27. Exhausted 28. Dram 29. Toe 30. Path DOWN l.Veto 2, Till 3. Rocky 4. Pluto 5. Lets 6. Stop 7. Fascinate 8. Entranced 11. Pride 12. Later 13. Nerve 14. Old 16. Die 21, Enact 22. Issue 23. Loud 24. Exam 25. Heap 26. Etch Aug 23-29 ARIES - March 21/April 20 Not a good week to take chances-- so be sure of what you're doing before you stick your neck out in the week ahead, especially where finances are concerned. An unexpected unexpected message in the next day or two could lead to an interesting reunion. For singles, romance is to be expected. TAURUS-April 21/May 21 If you arc planning something new this week, you are going to be given a big start by some good luck that's coming your way. Your social life's going to be a great deal of fun. Keep an eye on spending, though; you could be heading for a sticky patch where money is concerned. GEMINI - May 22/June 21 Things arc going to start looking up for you -- and you'll welcome this news, because things probably haven't been exactly rosy in the last day or two. But that doesn't mean you should take things easy. You'd be well advised to take every advantage advantage of opportunities for showing yourself in a good light. CANCER - June 22/July 22 There are going to be lots of changes taking place now. You arc going to have to remain calm--even if one or two things that are happening make you feel rather perplexed. Believe it or not, by the end of the week, things will calm down. A phone call on Friday will cheer you up. LEO - July 23/August 23 You'll feel a bit restless this week. Do be careful how you approach new or unusual situations. Try to keep a low profile and don't go out of your way to annoy others, just for the sake of it. Things will look more promising towards the end of this week. News from overseas may arrive at that time. VIRGO-Aug 24/Sept 22 Pay very careful attention to the person person closest to you this week. If you overlook something, you may unwittingly unwittingly cause a lot of heartache. Try to be a bit more interested in what loved ones are doing. A Leo of the opposite sex has been admiring you from afar. LIBRA-Sept 23/Oct 23 This is a good time to start laying plans for the future. There's good news coming in the mail -- that long-awaited check is finally here! You will achieve quite a bit if you can leam the value of teamwork. Try to discount all gossip in your dealings dealings with new acquaintances. SCORPIO-Oct 24/Nov 22 There are an exciting few days ahead for you. There's going to be a great temptation to make hurried decisions when pressures start building building up -- this must be avoided. Insist on taking your time and dealing dealing with things your way. Don't worry if that annoys other people. SAGITTARIUS-Nov 23/Dec 21 You've probably been skipping a few of your tasks lately. You'll find you have renewed energy and feel you can accomplish anything now. You will find that someone who you've never thought of as being particularly reliable, turns out to be extremely helpful and kind. CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 There's not much excitement around for you just now -- but don't let boredom take you away from your routine. This is particularly important at work, where somebody has an eye on your efforts. By next week, you're going to get very involved in the social scene -- and you'll find yourself yourself rather active in a new venture. AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 You're going to make quite a lot of progress with some hobby you've been working on lately. It looks like you could meet with a bit of criticism criticism at work, and it's probably justified. justified. This is a time to listen carefully to advice from others -- because it could bring to light one or two errors you've overlooked. A long-awaited letter should arrive soon. PISCES-Feb 19/March 20 Friends and more distant acquaintances acquaintances take up a lot of your time in the next few days -- and this could lead to a little tension on the domestic domestic scene. You've got to make sure not to get too embroiled in other people's problems. You have your own life to lead -- and there would be no harm in pointing this out to the people who make too many demands on you. YOUR BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK The next 12 months: Your social life will monopolize much of your time throughout the first half of the year. Although you will have a great time, you could be in danger of ignoring important projects projects and spending too much money. You don't have to accept every social invitation that comes your way. Your relationship with a younger family member will intensify intensify this year, and many doors will open for both of you. A special celebration celebration in October seems likely. K CNIB COLLECTS CHANGE - The Canadian National Institute for the Blind will be collecting nickels, dimes, quarters and loonies at the Oshawa Shopping Centre on Friday, August 21 and Saturday, August 22 to encourage encourage shoppers to lighten their pockets and help the CNIB. Look for the donation donation bottles at mall entrances beside the Bank of Montreal and the two Banks of Commerce. BRINK'S EXCAVATING 688 Regional Rd. 17, Newcastle L1B1L9 ■ Trenching • Gravel and Top Soil • Grading and Levelling • Septic Installations • Back Filling • General Excavating ■ Dump Truck Service (416) 987-4995 MERVYN B. KELLY Barrister and Solicitor Serving Bowmanville and area residents since 1968. REAL ESTATE - COURT - WILLS ESTATES - MORTGAGES INCORPORATIONS - FAMILY LAW 41 Temperance St. Bus.: 623-4444 V^Bowmanville Res.: 623-9161J Patrick G.Deegan DENTURE THERAPY CLINIC 5 .GEORGE STREET BOWMANVILLE 623-4473 or 623-6477 SOME EVENING APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE L & K VACUUM SALES & SERVICE SfuktiM %: SERVICE TO ALL MAKES & MODELS • FREE ESTIMATES ON ALL REPAIRS . SALES 8, SERVICE TO CENTRAL VACUUMS . PICK-UP & DELIVERY SERVICE TO DURHAM REGION ■ PRINCESS VACUUMS BY HMI (FILTER QUEEN) ■ SALES OF USED 8. RECONDITIONED VACUUMS </> ci CC OLIVE 1 ■ 5: 3G5 WILSON RD. S. 433-1516 ARTS AND CRAFT SALE -- On Saturday, September 12, the Bowmanville Museum will hold its second annual Arts and Crafts Show and Sale. This event will lake place on the museum grounds at 37 Silver St„ from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Many different types of crafts will be represented and there will be a book and plant table. Free tours of the museum and light refreshments will be available. This is an ideal time to get some of your Christmas shopping out of the way. For more information or to book a table, please call the museum at 623-2734. COURTICE COMMUNITY BARBEQUE - All Courtice families are cordially invited to attend a barbeque which will be held on Sunday, August 30, to raise funds for the Courtice Community Complex. The barbeque will be held at 3685 Courtice Rd. N., which is the residence of Bev and Ivan Grose. It runs from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Attractions will include a petting zoo, a display by the Fire Department's. Fire Safety House. The cost includes hot dogs, beverages, and hamburgers. Guests are asked to bring their own salads, salads, desserts, and lawn chairs. In addition, teen volunteers are needed to help organize children's activities. Please call Diana at 434-4699 if you can help. HELPING AND COMMUNICATIONS SKILLS - The COPE Mental Health Program is offering an eight-week course in basic helping and communication communication skills beginning on Thursday, September 17. It is available free of charge to anyone interested in helping others cope with changes in their lives. To receive more information, please contact Janice Kroft, COPE Administrator, Administrator, at 623-4123. Register early to avoid disappointment. UNITED EMPIRE LOYALISTS MEET IN SCUGOG - The United Empire Loyalists Association of Canada, Upper Canada Branch, will host a Thanksgiving country supper on Thursday, Sept. 17, at the Scugog Shores Museum on Scugog Island. The cost includes a museum walkabout at five p.m., entertainment by a choir, and a sit-down turkey supper at 6:30 in the Parislt Hall. Rev. Charles Bull will be the guest speaker. For tickets, please call Donald Douglas Fox at 576-3175. CONTINUOUS LEARNING AT DURHAM COLLEGE - The Durham College Continuous Learning calendar offers opportunities galore for adult students. Over 600 different workshops arc offered. Some of the fast-filling courses include: accounting, ballroom dancing, cabinet making, natural gas fitter, welding, and all computer courses. To avoid disappointment, register by phone (436-1100) or 1-800-668-5843. You can also register by fax at 436-9774 or by mail to the Registrar's Office, Durham College, Box 385, Oshawa, L1H 7L7. In addition, you can register in person at the Oshawa Campus. Hours arc Monday to Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. or Friday Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Calendars will be available August 17 at your local library or at Durham College Campus locations, CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP MEETING - An organization called Christ Group is holding a Christian Fellowship Meeting Thursday evenings from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The group will meet at St. Paul's United Church, although although it's not affiliated with St, Paul's. (Use the Silver St. side entrance.) This group is designed to reach those hurt with addictions. All arc welcome. INJURED WORKERS MEET » The next meeting of the Durham Region Union of Injured Workers will be on Wednesday, Sept. 30, at 7 p.m. at the C.A.W. Hall, 1425 Phillip Murray Avo„ Oshawa. The special guest speaker is to be Karl Crcvar, president of the Ontario Network of Injured Workers. He will discuss the topic of "Fighting for the Rights of Injured Workers," FALL FAIRS START SOON -- This year marks the 140th anniversaryof the Orono Fair. And lots of special events are planned in conjunction with this historic event. The Orono Fair runs from September 10 to 13. Of course, many other fairs will be under way in the next few weeks. The Blackstock Fair takes place on Saturday, August 29 and the Port Perry Fair will be September 5 to 7. KAWARTHA ARTS FESTIVAL - Work by over 100 artists and artisans will be on display at the Feneion Falls Fairgrounds on Labor Day weekend. The exhibition will be open September 5 and 6, commencing at 10 a.m. Additional Additional attractins include an art auction and student and senior art competition. competition. 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