Excess weight can take pooch down wrong path Continued from page 1 7 · Wednesday, December 28, 2011 OAKVILLE BEAVER · www.insideHALTON.com For the dog portion of the contest, Ashcroft said the weight loss progress has been great with many clients reaching their targets. "Everyone is down, everyone has lost weight. It varies from two lbs. to 11 lbs. We have a little Jack Russell and a little Chihuahua that have lost one and two pounds, (respectively), but that made a huge difference to their body mass." "Then, we have some larger breeds that have lost 10 to 12 lbs.," said Ashcroft of the pet weight loss progress to date. "At this point, the winner hasn't been "Being overweight affects everything, all of their internal organs and their mobility, especially. If you have an older, larger breed dog that has arthritis or mobility issues, extra weight can compound that problem and make it so much worse." Heather Ashcroft, Bronte Road Animal Hospital, vice-chair determined. We have to figure out the body percentage weight loss because if a tiny Chihuahua loses a pound, that is a huge deal as opposed to a 90-lb. dog losing five pounds." Ashcroft said while it can be tempting to give your pet those table scraps and treats, doing so could lead to real health problems and even a decreased lifespan. "Being overweight affects everything, all of their internal organs and their mobility, especially," she said. "If you have an older, larger breed dog that has arthritis or mobility issues, extra weight can compound that problem and make it so much worse." The contest is sponsored by Hill's Pet Nutrition Canada Inc. and includes a component for cat weight loss; however, weight loss in cats proves a little more difficult to monitor. Ashcroft said the best way for a pet owner to find out if they are feeding and exercising their pet properly is to take their pet into their local veterinarian once a month or so for a weighing. Most vets will not charge for this service. The dog that loses the most weight, gets a year's supply of pet food. Boxing Week Sale Tues. Dec 27 - Sat. Dec 31 25% off entire store 50% off all Christmas items Established in 2001 A romantic selection of French country inspired decor, beautiful things and gift ideas. We offer: · Custom Upholstery · Custom Furniture Painting · Personalized Monogramming Sometimes the best presents don't come in a box. Your local Tim Hortons invites you to a Free Holiday Skate. It's our way of saying thank you and happy holidays. For a schedule of ice times and locations please visit a Tim Hortons restaurant in Oakville or www.timhortons.com. 2359 Lakeshore Rd. W., Oakville (905) 847-2922 www.mybackshed.com © Tim Hortons, 2010 Book Your Holiday Party Now! MENU M MEN #1 MENU #2 MENU #3 MENU #4 Includes: Includes: Includes: Includes: Inc Italian Salad & Dressing I Bread & Butter New Year's Eve Specials Veal or Chicken Parmigiana Italian Salad & Dressing Bread & Butter Lasagna or Cannelloni Lasagna or Cannelloni $ ·P Person ·No Substitutions ·Per ·Minimum · order 12 People · Valid Dec. 31 Only Du D u un nd da as s St E rR Rd 7 +Tax $ ·Per Person ·No Substitutions ·Minimum order 12 People · Valid Dec. 31 Only 12 Veal or Chicken Parmigiana Peas & Mushrooms Roast Potatoes Italian Salad & Dressing Bread & Butter Lasagna or Cannelloni +Tax $ ·Per Person ·No Substitutions ·Minimum order 12 People · Valid Dec. 31 Only 15 Veal or Chicken Scaloppine Baby Carrots Roast Potatoes Italian Salad & Dressing Bread & Butter Lasagna or Cannelloni +Tax $ ·Per Person ·No Substitutions ·Minimum order 12 People · Valid Dec. 31 Only 16 +Tax No Delivery - Pick Up Only - 48 Hours Notice Required Dr el cha 40 03 3 Mi e c n Pri Up pp p per Midd le e Rd R E Trafalga T a 2 5 0 1 P r i n c e M i c h a e l D r ( a t D u n d a s S t . ) ( 9 0 5 ) 2 5 7-9 2 0 0 H o u r s : M o n d a y t o F r i d a y 9 a m - 7 p m , S a t u rd a y 9 a m - 6 p m , S u n d a y 1 0 a m - 4 p m w w w. p a lm a p a s t a . c o m