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Hey NMC Dog Group and to all my two legged and four legged friends! I am excited to let you know that The Pawsh Dog is open for business right in our own St. Boniface neighborhood.

The Pawsh Dog has it all, Grooming, Training and my favorite, Day Camp! Yay.

They are located on 133 Marion Street. You can visit their website to learn more about their services.

Meet Lilly. A six month old Shepherd Collie. I’m not sure if she is my girl friend. All I know is that she is obsessed with me. I don’t blame her, I mean check me out. I’m strong, confident and fun. Braff-Rhaff! Most times I like her and enjoy spending time with her, but sometimes she’s too clingy.

We are sad to say goodbye to Cooper Reid. The one and only Rottweiler and pack leader of the NMC Weekend Dog Group. Cooper was diagnose with cancer and on Saturday August 8, 2009, he spent his last Saturday morning at the NMC field, to say goodbye to his furry friends and human companions.

Cooper was known for his friendly and confident nature. The six year old Rottweiler who likes to police and makes sure that everyone in the park is playing safe. He also loves to play fetch and always has a smile on his face.

Our hearts and prayers goes out to Cooper’s Mom and family. We know he is in a better place. We miss you Cooper!

‘Photo taken by Cooper Reid from fb’

More pics of my friends at the NMC Weekend Dog Group…

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Here are a few more head shots taken this weekend. You can view more summertime photos by clicking here.

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Here are a few more head shots taken this weekend. You can view more summertime photos by clicking here.

For many pet owners, the news of Petcetera closing it’s door came it with some mixed emotions.

When I first heard of this news, I was surprised at how a large chain store went bankrupt?  On the home page of Petcetera, it has a Receivership Process Summary. Where PWC Inc, was appointed Trustee in. Bankruptcy and Receiver Manager of Canadian Petcetera Limited on June 16, 2009.

Here are my thoughts on it….

The Good

SALE, SALE, SALE. Petcetera is having a massive liquidation sale. Everything from food, toys, clothes, beds, and pets. Everything that a pet owner wishes for. We all understand the financial cost it is to care for our furry friends, so we appreciate and jump for joy when we see sales.

The Bad

There are 45 stores across Canada that will close it’s doors, which also means that over 1,600 jobs will be lost. In today’s economic uncertainty, every job is valuable. I’m sad to see another Canadian business collapse.

The Ugly

For those of us who are grateful and bless to have a home, a job and our furry companion. We are sad to know that some of these animals will not be as blessed. Many of them will end up in shelters waiting for adoption. SPCA is stepping in to find loving homes for these animals.

So with that, I’ll leave you with my advice to myself and for some of you out there. Visit your nearest Petcetera and purchase items for your pets or (future pets). Continue to support your local pet stores, and finally when you are considering getting a new friend, or thinking of getting your very first pet. Check out your local shelters first. You’ll be surprised at who picks you.