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May, 2005
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PetFriendly's going on the road once again - this time to
spectacular Mount Robson, the highest peak in the BC
Rockies, located about an hour outside the famous Jasper
National Park. We'll be staying at the pet-friendly Mount
Robson Mountain River Lodge. They offer a choice of two
private cabins or rooms in the main lodge.
Wells Gray is our next stop. This secluded wilderness
area is reputed to offer wonderful scenery, excellent
wildlife viewing, and fantastic hiking. A perfect way
to spend some relaxing time with the dogs. Our lodging
will be the handcrafted Wells Gray Gateway Guesthouse.
In our June issue we'll let you know how the trip went.
On another note, we have just 3 of our popular paw print
license plate frames left from our latest shipment - and
they're probably going to be the last for this year. So if you've
been eyeing them, now's the time to pick one up!
They look great and make a nice gift for yourself or for a friend.
See you next month.
Angela, Editor
+ Rundle, Tonka, Kimo, and Jasper (the furry support staff)
FEATURED PET QUOTES:
"Dogs are our link to paradise. They don't know evil or
jealousy or discontent. To sit with a dog on a hillside
on a glorious afternoon is to be back in Eden, where doing
nothing was not boring - it was peace." (Milan Kundera)
"In order to really enjoy a dog, one doesn't merely try
to train him to be semihuman. The point of it is to open
oneself to the possibility of becoming partly a dog."
(Edward Hoagland)
A TRAVELER'S PRIMER ON PET POLICIES
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Featured Pet (May):
"We have a beautiful yorkie. At age 17 months old, he weighs 7 lbs and is full
grown. He is our baby and likes to play with our housecat, Sammie. Our kids
are all grown up and married, so Odie is like one of our kids, we
love him very much." - Darlene Coleman
Want to show off your pet? Share your cute, funny, or
touching photos with our pet-loving crowd. Email your
photos in .JPG format, along with a brief caption, your location,
and your name, to:
newsletter@petfriendly.ca
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As we approach the busy holiday season, it's a good time to
once again run a quick list of the types of things to ask
when traveling with a pet. Remember to always mention your
pets when making reservations!
- Pet surcharges: Are any "pet fees" applicable to your
stay? Is the fee per pet? Is the fee "per day" or "per
stay"?
- Types of pets allowed: this is particularly important if
you plan to travel with something other than a dog (many
places permit dogs, but may not even permit cats, let
alone reptiles, birds, and other pets).
- Size restrictions: some accommodations will only permit
pets under a certain size or weight limit.
- Maximum number of pets permitted. Although
some lodgings don't have a limit, the size of the room
may not be practical if you're bringing several pets!
- Non-smoking vs. smoking rooms: due to allergy concerns,
an accommodation may permit pets in smoking rooms only.
- Pet rules/restrictions. For instance, most lodgings ask
that pets not be allowed on furniture, and that they
be leashed in common areas. Many also state that pets
cannot be left unattended in rooms (if you plan to go
places where your pet cannot accompany you, ask if your
lodging offers pet-sitting services or if they can
recommend a doggy daycare).
- Be aware of local pet laws or by-laws. There are the
usual "poop-'n-scoop" laws, and leash laws ... but some cities
and towns in Canada do not permit certain controversial dog
breeds, such as pitbulls. If you would like to travel with
such a breed, please call the local Animal Control department
to ensure your pet can safely accompany you on your travels.
- Welcome goodies, amenities for pets: some places will
offer a welcome treat for your furry friend, or perhaps
a list of dog-friendly parks near the accommodation.
UPCOMING PET EVENTS...
Ontario:
- Saturday May 14: Dogmania
is coming to Ottawa! This fundraising event is geared to dogs
helping people and people helping dogs. Everything dog-related
all under one roof. 10am-5pm, Aberdeen Pavillion, Lansdowne
Park. More info
- Sunday May 15: Ontario
SPCA Central Region Mutt Strut. A stroll in the park will make
your dog's day, so come strut your mutt for the Ontario SPCA.
Participating branches are Barrie, Midland, Orillia, Muskoka, and
Parry Sound. More info
- Saturday June 18, rain or shine: Bring Pooches & Pledges! Etobicoke Humane
Society's 14th ANNUAL BRUCE HARVEY MEMORIAL DOG WALK-A-THON at Etienne Brule
Park, Toronto. Registration 10 a.m; Walk starts 11:00 a.m. Great prizes for
three highest pledges submitted day of the Walk.
More info
British Columbia:
Alberta:
- Saturday May 14: The Lakeland Humane Society's is holding
their annual Seconds
For Strays Yard Sale to help raise money for homeless animals.
More info
- Sunday June 5: Calgary Humane Society's fundraising
'Dog Jog and More'
combines the two well-known events, The Great Calgary Pet Party and
the Dog Jog. The 5km walk will be hosted on the Currie Barracks site
and there will be lots of new and exciting fun and entertainment.
More info
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