Healthy Pet Journal January 2013, Volume 4, Issue 1

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Dapper Don Cherry Shows His Heart

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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

Winter 2013

Happy New Year! Global Pet Foods is excited to kick off 2013 with our Show Us Your Heart Campaign which runs from February 2-16. Please help us bring hope to more animals! Over the past six years, you have opened up your hearts and wallets to help us raise more than $400,000 which was donated to pet rescue groups, animal shelters and pet charity groups across Canada. These funds are used to help care for homeless animals and encourage pet adoption.

We are thrilled to partner with a Canadian icon, Don Cherry, in the quest to raise funds for our Show Us Your Heart Campaign. As you'll read in Don's interview, his belief that choosing to adopt a rescued pet is about the desire to truly help an animal, resonates with our own beliefs. Please visit your neighbourhood Global Pet Foods store from February 2-16 and “show your heart” for animals by making a donation.

The other key focus for Global Pet Foods in 2013 is health. As Canada's Healthy Choice for Pets, we are stepping up our efforts to provide more education to help you improve the health of your pets. Cancer and obesity rates in pets have skyrocketed across Canada. Overweight or obese cats and dogs are at an increased risk of having breathing problems, heart disease, arthritis and cancer. A fat cat is four times more likely to develop diabetes. People who over-feed their pets may actually be shortening their lifespan.

This issue includes your 2013 Healthy Pet Checklist that you can tear out and post on your fridge as a reminder to do a few things for your pet every day that may not only help extend their life, but perhaps improve your own health too!

As we turn the page on another new year, may we recommit to be our best and lead an active, healthy lifestyle with our companion pets.

Warm regards,

Jim Walker, President, Global Pet Foods

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p8 Baby it’s Cold Outside! But that doesn’t mean you can’t have fun outdoors with your pet! p10 K9 Coach Gillian Ridgeway’s thoughts on successful training.

Practice makes Perfect.

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Your pets rely on you to keep them healthy. p14 Oral Care 101: Dogs and cats need dental care too. Prevention is key to healthy gums and teeth. p16 Observe their Every Move! Be proactive by watching for the warning signs.

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Our interview with Hockey Night in Canada’s Don Cherry reveals his softer side. Follow Don on Twitter and get the inside scoop on Coach’s Corner!

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Join the Global Pet Foods’ Pet Zone Club and receive your perks today! p24 Show Us Your Heart 2013. Have some good, clean, Canadian fun with this year’s Campaign. We’ve put the Cherry on top, just for you!

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Strive to achieve your own success!

I have been reading a highly motivating book co-authored

by Rick Hansen and Joan Laub entitled ‘Going the Distance’. Despite becoming a paraplegic at age 17, Rick Hansen decided he wanted to take on unimaginable feats like his Man in Motion World Tour. For more than two years, Rick and his team wheeled 40,000 km through 34 countries, to raise awareness and inspire people with and without disabilities. Rick continues to set new goals for himself and remains an influential, positive role model in the lives of many. So if you are looking for some inspiration and motivation, hold Rick’s determination and fortitude in the back of your mind when tackling a new healthy pet or personal challenge.

New this year! Watch for an extra issue of the Healthy Pet Journal in your local Global Pet Foods store, featuring the best information about the season’s latest and greatest products, and ways to make your pet, a happy, healthy one!

Jody

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Publisher: Global Pet Foods Editor: Jody Stockfish Senior Contributor: Sarah Beaton Contributors: Stuart Cowan Laura Fowler Gillian Ridgeway In-House Veterinarian: Dr. Paul McCutcheon

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We offer a unique franchise concept that specializes in natural and wholesome pet food brands, such as Nature's Harvest, as well as a wide selection of accessories, toys and grooming supplies.

By offering a wide variety of unique and wholesome pet products, we hope to help pet parents make informed decisions for the well-being of their companion pets.

We're passionate about healthy choices for our pets!

Global Pet Foods’ Healthy Pet Resolutions for 2013

A new year brings a clean slate and the opportunity to make improvements to key areas of our lives. At Global Pet Foods, Canada’s Healthy Choice for Pets, we want to ensure that your four-legged children are also incorporated into your New Year’s Resolution. Your furry child trusts you to feed him and keep him warm and safe, so it’s imperative that you are spending quality time with him every day.

Healthy Pet Check-u p When you schedule your doctor, dentist or optometrist appointment, remember to schedule a veterinarian check-up for your pet. Early detection of illness starts with regular wellness examinations performed by the veterinarian. Catching a problem before there are any obvious symptoms greatly improves the prognosis and may even be reversible. Be sure to discuss any changes in water consumption, appetite, eliminations, and activity levels with the doctor.

Commit to scheduling a check-up with the vet a minimum of once per year.

Exp and Your Dog's Horizons People are creatures of habit. As a pet parent, we know that taking the dog out for a walk must be done daily, but usually it is the same routine. New experiences are important for you and your dog’s' mental health and social skills. Commit to venture out of your regular neighbourhood at least once a week. Please remember to stop and scoop!

Go Green You can be a green pet owner by buying eco-friendly toys, clothing and beds for your furry children. Try toys, beds, or other supplies made with tough and sustainable hemp, organic cotton, or 100% recycled matter. Your dog can pick up toxic chemicals on its paws which may burn and lead to licking. To avoid this harmful outcome, use organic products to clean your house, fertilize your lawn and control pests, and look for non-toxic ice melting agents at Global Pet Foods. Biodegradable waste bags should also a key staple for every pet parent. Commit to making change in your buying habits that takes you one step closer to a greener household.

Varie ty is the Spice of Life Nature did not intend for people or pets to consume one food for their entire lives. Feeding your pet something different helps to ensure that he does not become bored and frustrated with his food or develop an allergy. Commit to spicing up your pet's diet by starting with something simple like adding a canned food, which is an ideal way to ensure they are consuming enough water. And don’t forget to reward your pet with a healthy treat!

Time-out to Pamper When you look good, you feel good! We all like to be spoiled and in turn spoil our loved ones. Your furry children are no exception! Whether it’s a trip to the groomer, a trendy new collar, or a new bed, your furry children will love the attention. Commit to pampering yourself after you've pampered your pet!

We know that there are great psychological benefits from being a pet parent. May these resolutions inspire you to make positive change for the health of your pet. Happy New Year!

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Hearty Bites Ingredients Tell the Tale!

Hearty Bites natural dog and cat treats offer the discriminating pet parent an opportunity to enhance their best friend’s wellbeing. Our ingredients “tell the tale”. We use only natural, high quality ingredients to deliver the best in nutrition and taste. Now, you can maximize nutrition with EVERY treating occasion! Hearty Bites are tasty, naturally flavoured grain-free crunchy dog treats that deliver a premium bio-available source of all three Omega 3s: ALA, DHA & EPA.

We’ve Got the Best, and Best-tasting Pet Food!

Most of us have cute baby names for our pets, no matter how rough and tough they may be. One thing our cats and dogs have in common with a human baby is that they are entirely dependent upon us for their meals and nutrition. Unlike babies, this dependence lasts a lifetime. The Global Pet Foods family is always on the search for new and innovative pet food and treats for your four-legged family members. So whether you have a genteel indoor cat, or a young and vigorous working dog, our stores will always have a wide selection of products to meet your pet’s nutritional needs, and suit their individual tastes. Our excellent selection ensures that your pet is its happiest and healthiest.

Biologically Appropriate ORIJEN FREEZE DRIED

HEARTY BITES FACTS • Nourishes the digestive tract • Supports healthy weight management • Supports healthy skin & coat • Supports healthy bones and muscles • Patented Flax technology • 100% natural - NO corn, NO wheat, NO soy • Available in Small, Medium and Large Bites • Naturally preserved • Proudly made in Canada!

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Freeze-drying is the gold standard of food preservation.

Unlike traditional pet foods which are cooked, freeze-drying is innovative because it’s the only method to preserve foods without cooking or adding chemical preservatives.

Champion Pet Foods start by flash-freezing fresh regional meats, fruits and vegetables to lock in their goodness. Then, using extremely low temperatures (-50C) in special pressurized chambers, the 18-hour freeze-dry process converts ice within the frozen ingredients directly to water vapor - all without creating any liquid. That means H20, and H20 only, is removed from the ingredients, leaving all of the goodness exactly where it should be - in your dog’s tummy. Coming Soon in Adult Dog, 6 Fish, Regional Red, and Tundra.

ORIJEN TREATS All dogs are evolved as carnivores, biologically adapted to thrive on a varied diet of fresh whole meats. That’s why ORIJEN treats are bursting with 100% pure and natural meats and nothing else - so you can indulge and nourish your dog at the same time. Made without cooking or preservatives, Champion Pet Foods gently freeze-dry their ORIJEN treats to lock in ALL of the natural goodness and amazing flavours of fresh and regional ingredients. Orijen’s Formula Matched Treats are coming soon in Original, Tundra, and Regional Red formulas.

Single Source treats are coming soon in Black Angus Beef, Ranch Raised Lamb, Alberta Wild Boar, Free Range Bison, and Brome Lake Duck formulas.

What’s New In-Store?

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Carna4 Synthetic Free Hand Crafted Pet Food

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Flora4 Raw Food Topping Contains only 100% raw, organic sprouted seeds (a blend of barley seed, flaxseed, and lentils), ground into a fine powder and packaged in daily servings. This versatile mix can be sprinkled into raw and home-cooked food, or even commercial kibble to boost nutrition and complete the diet. Flora4 gives Raw feeders the convenient whole food supplement they’ve been waiting for - no need to use bottled synthetic products again!

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Dried-N-Alive Gently Air-Dried Diced Raw Pet Food

DNA pet foods are made from up to 80% raw meat, poultry or fish. Why do we use this much meat?

Dogs and cats have the dentition, musculature and digestive systems of carnivores, yet most traditional pet foods contain approximately 2/3 grain, potato, peas, lentils or other ingredients commonly eaten by hooved and grazing animals. As with humans, feeding dogs and cats diets containing high levels of starch may be linked to diet-related diseases such as diabetes, pancreatitus and even impact longevity.

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Flora4 Sprouted Seed Snacks Contain our sprouted seed mix along with beef liver and pumpkin to create a super-food therapeutic snack suitable for grain-free diets. These nutrition-dense biscuits are a treat and supplement all in one! Feed a handful of Flora4 biscuits to your dog each day to supply intense levels of live nutrients, bioavailable vitamins & minerals, all from synthetic-free and table-grade foods. A perfect complement to Raw diets or a great improvement to the daily nutrition of dogs eating processed foods.

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Carna4 Sprouty Squares Wholesome treats made from sprouted seeds, liver, barley and oats. Similar to our Flora4 Sprouted Seed Snacks, these treats contain super-food nutrition to give your dog a boost no matter what its daily fare. A great way to keep your dog really healthy with food-based, synthetic-free nutrition, plus they taste great!

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Wintertime is Outdoor Fun Time!

There are few things more pleasant than being outside on a bright, sunny summer’s day with our faithful companion animal at our side. However, when it’s snowy and cold, we tend to avoid heading out the door. Making sure that we continue to get outside to exercise and play with our dogs is never more important than during wintertime.

As the mercury drops and the nights grow longer, it tends to negatively impact the moods and mental wellbeing of many people and pets. The natural boost we get from long, sunny days wanes in the winter months, and this makes it increasingly important for pets, adults and children to get that endorphin-boost from outdoor activity. For dog owners, there is no known mood lifter that is better than playing with our pets.

We can even use the cold weather to our advantage. Picking up the pace on our everyday dog walks not only ensures that we stay nice and warm, it is also an excellent and effective way to exercise. It raises our heartbeats and generates all those

“feel-good” brain chemicals in people and pooches. Since your walks may take place when it’s dark outside, it is recommended that you outfit your dog with accessories to make sure he is easy to spot. Global Pet Foods offers a broad range of reflective collars, coats, leashes and leg bands, in exactly the right size and style to ensure your furry friend is safe and fashionable.

The other consideration during winter is the health of our dogs’ paws when walking on salted sidewalks or roads. Salt can irritate, burn and dry out the paws and can be toxic if dogs lick and ingest it. You can find sturdy dog boots or paw balm for those dogs that like to go al fresco. Salt, sand and ice are no match for these paw protectors!

Remember the mantra, ‘Wintertime is Fun Time’, and keep up your dog’s physical health and mental wellbeing – and yours – by embracing the winter. Head out that front door with your best friend at your side, and walk away those “winter blues”!

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What activities to you do with your pet in Wintertime?

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Paw Protector Pawz

Ultra Paws We’d love to hear about your favourite paw protection!

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MIND BODY SOUL SPIRIT We have all heard the saying “Practice makes Perfect” but how many of us take heed, especially when it comes to our family pooch? While many puppy parents are diligent about attending group training classes weekly, how many opt to skip on daily practice due to time constraints or life simply getting in the way.

To shed some light on things for you, it is a bit of a fallacy that you need to spend an hour a day training your dog.

Faced with that situation, most of us would not follow through. In fact, small bursts of training often accomplish your goals much quicker.

A FEW TIPS ON HOW TO KEEP YOUR PROGRESS MOVING FORWARD: First, rather than walk your dog, then find separate time to train, combine the two into a training walk. After learning how to properly teach your dog the basics such as walk on lead, sit, stay, down and come, start to mix these up on your walk.

Keep your dog on leash the entire walk, but do many halts and sits. Throw in a few downs, leave your dog to stay and go to the end of the leash. Call him to come or return to his side (your right side).

K9 COACH PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT

Do some about turns on your way to the park or leave him to sit and circle around him a few times before returning to his side, and you will soon get your practice time in.

In dog sports, where specialized equipment such as jumps and tunnels are required, you can spend time during the week teaching your dog skills like going around a tree, or moving out in front of you. Then, when you need to ask your dog to go around a jump or run forward through a tunnel, he will have had the practice needed to perform these tasks.

It is not necessary to always run an agility course.

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We’d love to hear how your training is coming along!

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By being mindful and practicing the lessons you have learned in class during the week, each of the “drills” basics will soon enable your dog to master the techniques needed for everyday life. Your dog will score big points around others too and will be appreciated and rewarded for their good behaviour.

When hockey teams practice, they don’t necessarily play the game. They practice components of the game.

While I am no hockey player, I do know they have specific drills to help with skills such as shooting on the net, defense and precision. It is the same with dogs. By continuing to practice the basic components, your dog will soon be skilled enough to put it all together when needed.

K9 COACH GILLIAN RIDGEWAY

is the Director of Who’s Walking Who

Dog Training Centres in Toronto and Ajax, Ontario. She has been featured on many

radio and television programs and penned a monthly column in Dogs In Canada

Magazine for 9 years. Gillian is also a

guest lecturer at the University of Toronto,

using dogs to shed light on learning theory to psychology students. She shares her

home with two dogs, and is involved in

dog sports and canine performance teams.

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Watch the Weight!

Your pets rely on you to keep them healthy

We’re not saying that you have to take your house cat mountain climbing like Bugaboo, featured in the active photo on the opposite page, but the facts are that overweight cats are at greater risk of having serious health problems. If you are looking for different ways to exercise your cat, try a leash and harness or check out your local Global Pet Foods store for the latest and greatest cat chasing teasers and toys.

BE CONSISTENT Another reason why weight reduction programs fail is that one or more members in the household are not following the pet food rules. Everyone must agree that the program is essential for the life and health of the pet. Be sure to feed your overweight pet separately from other pets to prevent them from eating any extra food.

CAN YOU FEEL THEIR RIBS? Remember, that in order to prevent excess weight, pets need to be fed according to their activity level and age.

In general, younger pets will need more calories per pound of body weight than older ones, whose metabolisms have slowed. Here are a few suggestions for you, and remember that it really is all up to you, to have a healthy pet.

To determine if your pet is overweight, run your hand along their side. If you cannot feel their ribs, it is time to start a weight reduction program. Visit your neighbourhood Global Pet Foods store with your dog or cat and speak with one of our specialists who can help you develop a program with a realistic weight goal and timeline.

DO NOT FREE FEED

GET YOUR PET VET-CHECKED Although most pets gain weight simply due to feeding too much or exercising too little, there are medical conditions that can contribute to obesity. If your pet has an unexplained increase in appetite or weight, have them examined by your veterinarian to be sure there is not an illness causing the problem.

Some dogs and cats can regulate their intake well, while others eat everything in sight. In general, it is best to provide food as ‘meals’ rather than having a food bowl filled with food available at all times. In a multiple pet household, it also ensures each pet is eating the food appropriate for him or her.

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Bugaboo loves to mountain climb.What kinds of activities does your cat love to do?

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Fat cats may look pretty cute but their extra baggage is no laughing matter.

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MONITOR THEIR WEIGHT We also need to regularly monitor our pet’s weight. It is hard to notice small weight gains in our pets. By routinely weighing your pet you will be able to notice a slight weight increase before it becomes a serious problem. Your neighbourhood Global Pet Foods specialist or your vet can help you with this.

EXERCISE IS GOOD FOR THE MIND AND BODY Exercise has many benefits. It not only helps to burn calories but it also strengthens the respiratory and circulatory systems, keeps muscles toned and joints flexible plus it releases energy, relieves boredom and keeps the mind active.

Sound familiar?

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ORAL CARE 101 Healthy teeth, Healthy Pet!

You clearly recognize the importance and benefits of having a mouth full of healthy teeth and gums, so why the lack of interest when it comes to your furry children’s chompers? Like oral health problems in humans, a lack of regular and attentive care when it comes to your pets’ teeth can have serious implications. Emerging information from veterinary studies has associated heart, kidney and liver problems in addition to other systemic health conditions, to pets with poor oral health.

Pet owners often underestimate the steps that need to be taken with their pet's teeth in order to help maintain good health. To ensure that oral health problems don't interfere with your pet's quality of life, pets should have their teeth brushed on a regular basis. For the best dental care results, try the following tips and tricks:

1. Ask one of the specialists at your neighbourhood Global Pet Foods store to demonstrate the proper technique for daily brushing.

2. Never use human toothpaste, as the foaming agents can pose health risks to pets.

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3. If you are not able to brush your dog’s teeth, there are other options when you’re in between vet visits.

Consider using oral rinses made especially for dogs.

4. While many brands of dry pet food incorporate dental benefits, incorporating special dental treats formulated to reduce tartar, plaque build-up, and stains is another option for pet parents to be proactive in preventing oral health problems.

You will find a wide variety of new and improved dental products for cats and dogs in your neighbourhood Global Pet Foods store. We want to see your pet’s smile!

Signs and Symptoms of Dental Disease Bad breath Red, swollen and or bleeding gums Yellow-brown deposits like cement along the gum line or on the crowns Becoming a picky eater Eating on one side and dropping food Rubbing face on the ground, pawing at the mouth and drooling Personality change, irritability and depression

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MIND BODY SOUL SPIRIT Just like people, exercise dogs help to maintain muscle tone and preserves joint flexibility. It’s important not to overdo it. Pets can easily sustain injuries, especially in deep snow. Our pets sure love to please us and will run with us for miles without complaint. The last thing we want is for our pets to suffer.

Since we don’t speak the same language as dogs, it is important that you read their body language.

Pets demonstrate pain differently than humans and are seldom vocal unless the pain is severe. Therefore, it is important to note that even subtle changes in behaviour or movement may signal a problem.

SOME SIGNS TO WATCH FOR: Visible discomfort when lower hips are touched.

Irritability or aggression when touched in joint area.

Wobbling rear end.

Reluctance to walk or play.

Stiffness or lameness after rest.

Difficulty getting up after resting.

Difficulty climbing or descending stairs.

Loss of appetite.

Yelping or whimpering.

Depressed or withdrawn.

Supplements containing glucosamine can be very helpful for dogs. Glucosamine is naturally present in animal bones and as a dietary supplement. It can help to promote new cartilage growth, relieve joint and muscle pain, and improve joint mobility. Glucosamine and chondroitin are most commonly used to treat osteoarthritis in aging dogs.

Get out and be active!

Fish oils are used to treat a wide range of issues from kidney disease and arthritis to high cholesterol.

MSM: Methyl sulfonyl-methane is an antioxidant, cell rejuvenator, and joint healer.

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But be sure to watch for signs of discomfort in your pet.

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Remember you can make a difference in the quality of your dog’s life and to help ease their pain and allow them to live comfortably.

Join us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/globalpetfoods

MIND BODY SOUL SPIRIT Speak with your local Global Pet Foods expert about a diet that can help to prevent unnecessary weight gain, which adds stress to the joints. If you’re a new pet parent, start a healthy routine with gentle exercise to get your dog’s joints moving and progressively increase their fitness level.

The Doctor

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Try gently massaging your dog’s painful joints to help restore blood flow. Invest in a good orthopaedic bed for your dog; there are many shapes and styles to choose from. Just like us, dogs’ joints may become inflammed in damp or cold weather so a good bed will keep your dog warm, supports its bones, and help your furry friend get a good night’s sleep.

Flex All Flex-All is a natural nutraceutical joint supplement for your dog in the form of a biscuit formulated to help maintain and repair joints aiding in pain relief.

Omega Alpha Glucosapet GlucosaPet works to maintain and strengthen ligaments and joints as your pet ages. Perfect for senior dogs and cats or recovering pets.

Naturvet Arthrisoothe GOLD This Veterinarian-formulated product aids in supporting healthy hip and joint function for dogs and cats. This supplement supports synovial fluid which aids in lubrication of the joints and helps to maintain cartilage and connective tissue.

Pet-Tek Pet-Tek offers a wide array of products to assist in joint health. From mild to severe cases the supplement line acts as an antiinflammatory and aids in reducing pain.

Sashas Blend Sashas Blend is a natural joint supplement with anti-inflammatory properties. The supplement works by reducing pain and inflammation, cartilage breakdown, and also aids in gastro-intestinal protection.

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Dr. Paul McCutcheon is founder and director of the East York Animal Clinic in Toronto.

Obesity is a Cat and Dog Epidemic Dogs and cats so often emulate their human companions.

Unfortunately weight control is a common example.

Although lack of exercise is often a communal problem, the real culprit is food!

With a few medical exceptions, such as hypothyroid, obesity is simply caused by too many calories being consumed versus the calories being expended. Dogs and especially cats get most of their energy from protein and fat, not carbohydrates. These carbohydrates are converted to fat and unfortunate weight gain.

Treats are often sugar laden disasters. An average 10 kg dog (22 lbs) needs about 700 calories of food daily. Many large dog biscuits will have over 100 calories.

Constantly monitor your pet’s weight. Subtle weight gain is so often imperceptible to well meaning human companions. The scale tells no lies. Have your veterinarian comment on the “weighty” subject.Try avoiding those empty calories in high carbohydrate diets.

At our clinic, we have thousands of clients using raw food diets that are very low in carbohydrates and a great source of natural protein and fat. Try carrots for treats and have a look at those labels!

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Proper pH will improve your pet’s quality of life.

Tissues in the body are prone to disease of all sorts, including cancer, if they become deficient in oxygen. To understand why, it is helpful to understand the nature of acidity and alkalinity. Cancerous tissues are acidic, whereas healthy tissues are alkaline. Water (H2O) taken into the body eventually breaks down into H+ and OH-. When a solution contains more H+ than OH- it is acidic. When it contains more OH- than H+ it is alkaline.

When oxygen is introduced into an acidic solution it will combine with H+ ions to form water. Oxygen helps neutralize acid, but acid also prevents oxygen from reaching the body’s tissue. Tissue needs oxygen to remain healthy. Acidic tissue is devoid of free oxygen.

The pH scale ranges from 1 to 14, with 7 being neutral. Below 7 is acidic and above 7 is alkaline. The blood, lymph and cerebral spinal fluid in the body are designed to be slightly alkaline at 7.4. At a pH slightly above 7.4, cancer cells become dormant and at pH 8.5 cancer cells will die while healthy cells will live.

The following list indicates which foods are acidic and alkaline. The Left side of the chart indicates acidic foods, or foods that are more harmful. The right side of the chart indicates alkaline foods, or foods that would be most beneficial.

It is important to understand that we are not talking about stomach acid or the pH of the stomach. We are talking about the pH of the body's fluids and tissues, which is an entirely different matter.

Moderation should be considered when using ingredients from the left side of the chart (acidic).

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Known across the country for his association with Canada’s national sport, Don Cherry is just as well known for his passion for Canada’s national pastime, our love for our companion animals. Like a game of hockey without a puck, it is impossible to think of Don Cherry without his dog, Blue.

It was with great pleasure that the Healthy Pet Journal was able to spend some time recently with our national icon of dog owners. Don Cherry is known as a fiercely loyal man, a trait he shares in common with his dogs. Don has always worn his heart on his sleeve, which makes him the perfect representative for Global Pet Foods’ 2013 Show Us Your Heart Campaign.

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A Celebrity Interview with Canadian Icon, Don Cherry HPJ: What have your dogs taught you?

DC: Blue taught me how the Boston Bruins should act. I was at my cottage on Wolf Island and there was a visitor at the next cottage that had two Great Danes. And these dogs were vicious, which is unusual for Great Danes.

The first day I was cornered by them. I was by myself and luckily I had a basket in my hands to help ward them off until their owner came.

The next day I let Blue outside and she started down the steps and I noticed the Great Danes were at the bottom. Blue didn’t flinch when she saw them. She ran down the steps and went after those dogs looking tough and the Great Danes ran away.

My son was watching all this happen too and I turned to him and said “you see attitude is everything.” If Blue hadn’t charged those dogs and approached them full of confidence she would have been a dead dog. And that’s how the Boston Bruins were. We didn’t start fights, but we were intimidating. It’s all about attitude.

“I have never taught my dogs to do tricks.

I wouldn’t want anyone to teach me to do tricks.

I treat my dogs like human beings.“ Don Cherry

Blue Likes Gerry Cheevers

HPJ: How many Blue’s have there been?

DC: Three HPJ: What is it about the English Bull Terrier you like so much?

DC: Well...they call them the White Cavalier. They’re also called the athlete of the canine race. If you have ever seen them in action they never stop. It’s not a dog for first time owners. They are a handful and they want to play constantly.

HPJ: Can you tell us the story behind the quote: “I’m the only guy in the world who turned down $15,000 because his dog wouldn’t fly.”

DC: Nike wanted to do a commercial with me and Blue. I was living in Colorado, but they wanted me to fly to New York and have Blue fly down with me. But Blue would have had to fly in the hold of the plane and I turned them down because I didn’t want him down there.

HPJ: What made you want to get involved with the 2013 Show Us Your Heart campaign to help homeless pets?

DC: I really admire people who have rescue dogs. It’s not about how a dog acts or looks. Choosing a rescue is about the desire to truly help an animal. I feel it’s important to rescue someone and help those who can’t help themselves.

ÒItÕs been said that Blue used to pick the goalies when I was Coach of the Boston Bruins. It all started when a reporter friend asked me before a game, ÒWho is going to be the goalie tonight?Ó And I said, Blue likes Gerry Cheevers. The running joke after that was that Blue was picking the goalies for the last three years. The General Manager was not happy I was listening to Blue instead of him.Ò

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Get Your Pet

in ‘The Zone’!

When not a single puck can get past a goalie, and every save looks effortless, they are said to be 'in the zone'. In other words, good things are happening. Well, Global Pet Foods has a great way to make good things happen for your beloved companion animal. It is called The Pet Zone, and registration through our website, at www.globalpetfoods.com/pet-zone is absolutely free!

At Global Pet Foods, we believe that responsible pet parents make a very important contribution to the planet and deserve to be encouraged and recognized.

Your Pet Zone Perks A coupon that you can use for discounts on food and supplies upon Pet Zone registration "Happy Birthday" e-cards & special Birthday discounts to treat your pet Notice of special promotions and contests Pet tips and advice relevant to your pet A chance for your pet to be the featured "Pet of the Month" Join the Pet Zone today and realize yet another perk of being part of the Global Pet Foods family!

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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Do you know your CPR basics?

and release rhythmically at a rate of 80 to 100 compressions per minute.

For Medium & Large Dogs over 30 lbs: 1. Lay your dog on her side on a flat surface.

If your dog's heart has stopped beating, CPR must begin immediately. It is best to have two people performing CPR - one continuing artificial respiration while the other does chest compressions. Follow the instructions for artificial respiration, alternating with chest compressions.

For two people performing CPR, alternate one breath with three compressions.

For one person performing CPR, alternate one breath with five compressions.

2. Place one hand on top of the other over the widest portion of the rib cage, not over the heart.

3. Keeping your arms straight, push down on the rib cage. Compress the chest 1/4 of its width.

Squeeze and release rhythmically at a rate of 80 compressions per minute.

4. Continue CPR until your dog breathes on his own and has a steady heartbeat.

For Small Dogs under 30 lbs:

1. Lay your dog on her side on a flat surface.

2. Place the palm of your hand on the rib cage over the heart. Place your other hand on top of the first. (For puppies and kittens, put your thumb on one side of the chest and the rest of your fingers on the other side.)

3. Compress the chest about one inch. Squeeze

*This is to be used as a guide and an informational resource, but it cannot replace real CPR or first aid training. We recommend that you attend a CPR Training course in your community.

Credit: Veterinary & Aquatic Services Department, Drs. Foster & Smith

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MIND BODY SOUL SPIRIT IN-STORE DONATION To donate, visit any Global Pet Foods store from February 2-16. All proceeds will go to local animal shelters.

Donate as little as $1 in our annual Show Us Your HeartTM fundraiser and Hill's® Science Diet® and Global Pet Foods will match your donation*.

Buy a $5 or more paper heart, Hill's® Science Diet® and Global Pet Foods will also donate $1 and give you 10 Bonus AIR MILES®† reward miles!† And that's not all...the Cherry on top is for you!

TEXT ON THE GO! Want to donate on the go? Simply text the word HEART to 20222 to donate $5 to Local Pet Shelters.

Help Blue's furry friends by donating to homeless pets in local area shelters!

“Show Us Your Heart is unique because our store owners each select a local shelter or rescue group to support. So when you visit your local Global Pet Foods and donate a dollar, you're making a real difference to homeless pets in your community,” says Global Pet Foods President, Jim Walker.

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Global Pet Foods and Hill's® Science Diet® are asking Canadian pet parents to help homeless pets find love during the annual Show Us Your Heart fundraiser-February 2- 16, 2013. The Show Us Your Heart campaign raises much needed funds for animal shelters and pet rescue groups across Canada and since 2007 has successfully generated more than $400,00 for homeless pets.

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ONLINE CONTEST Enter our online “Show Us Your Pet” contest - and you could WIN Don Cherry's greeting as your voicemail recording & FREE Hill's Science Diet pet food for a year!

HERE'S HOW IT WORKS: Simply upload your favourite pet pic at www.globalpetfoods.com Tell us what your pets mean to your heart (100 words or less) And you could win awesome prizes to share with your prized pets

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Help these deserving pets find their forever homes and make Blue one happy dog.

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your local Global Pet Foods Store CANADA

*Opening Soon

ONTARIO ACTON

8 Main Street North

519-853-8833

AJAX

310 Harwood Ave. South, (Harwood & HWY 401)

905-428-7387

AJAX

1965 Salem Road North, (Salem Rd & Taunton Rd)

905-427-7387

ALLISTON

113 Victoria St. West, (Victoria St. & Paris St.)

705-434-3311

ANCASTER

73 Wilson St.West, Unit 25C, (Wilson &Fiddler's Green Rd)

905-304-0020

AURORA

15440 Bayview Ave, (Bayview & Aurora Sideroad)

905-727-3448

BARRIE

420 Essa Road, (Essa Rd & Veterans Dr.)

705-792-4152

BARRIE

181 Livingstone St. East, Unit 13

705-733-9002

BELLEVILLE

110 North Front Street, Unit A0005

613-966-8100

BOLTON

356 Queen St. South, (Queen St & Allan Dr )

905-857-7623

BOWMANVILLE

2316 Highway 2, Unit K1

905-623-4302

BRADFORD

170 Holland St.West, P.O.Box 924

905-775-4640

BRAMPTON

2901 Queen St. East, Unit 4, (Airport Rd. & Queen St.)

905-792-7387

BRAMPTON

10886 Hurontario St., Unit A4, (Hwy10 & Wanless Ave)

905-495-4455

BRAMPTON

17 Worthington Ave., Unit 20

905-495-5531

BRACEBRIDGE*

BRANTFORD

39 King George Rd., (King George & HWY 403)

519-759-8531

BROOKLIN

200 Carnwith Drive East, Unit 4

905-425-1899

BURLINGTON

450 Appleby Line, (Appleby Line & New Street)

905-639-5969

BURLINGTON

3550 Dundas St., (Dundas St. & Walkers Line)

905-319-1999

BURLINGTON

595 Plains Rd. East, (King Rd. & Plains Rd.)

905-681-9899

CAMBRIDGE

970 Franklin Blvd., Unit D9, (Franklin & Elgin St.)

519-624-2555

COBOURG

471 Division St., (Division St. & Munroe St.)

905-373-1984

COLLINGWOOD

20 Balsam St, Unit 9, (HWY 26 & Balsam St.)

705-446-9539

DUNDAS

119 Osler Dr, Unit 9, (Osler Dr. & Dundas St.)

905-628-8700

ETOBICOKE

452 Rathburn Rd., Unit 5, (Rathburn & West Mall)

416-621-2745

ETOBICOKE

270 The Kingsway, Unit 27, (Humbertown Plaza)

ETOBICOKE

1278 The Queensway, (Kipling & The Queensway)

416-234-0056 647-341-5202

FERGUS

600 Scotland, (Scotland & Belsyde Ave)

519-787-7079

GEORGETOWN

280 Guelph St. Unit 9, (Guelph St. & Mountainview)

GUELPH

19 Victoria Rd. North, (Grange Victoria Plaza)

905-873-7086 519-822-6922

GUELPH

5 Clair Rd. West, (Clair Rd. & Gordon)

519-823-3004

GUELPH

715 Wellington St. West, Unit A2 & A3

519-265-8966

HAMILTON

50 Dundurn St. South, (Dundurn & Main St. West)

905-528-2775

HAMILTON

989 Fennell Ave. East, (Fennell & Upper Gage)

905-575-9422

KANATA

700 Eagleson Road, Unit 105

613-599-0660

KESWICK

443 Queensway South, Unit 25, (Queensway & Glenwoods)

905-476-0575

KINGSTON

1111 Princess St, Unit 2, (Princess & Sir John A. MacDonald)

613-548-8048

KITCHENER

700 Strasburg Rd, Unit 13, (Homer Watson Blvd & Block Line)

519-749-2821

KITCHENER

669 Belmont Ave. West, (Belmont Ave. & Glasgow St.)

519-571-4444

LINDSAY

370 Kent St. West, (Kent St. West & HWY 35)

705-324-9794

LONDON

509 Commissioners Rd. West, (Wonderland & Commissioners)

519-474-3647

LONDON

395 Wellington Rd., Unit 18B, (Wellington North of Commissioners)

LONDON*

Tillman Drive

MARKHAM

5990 16th Avenue, Unit 208, (16th Ave. & Markham Rd)

519-686-7387 905-471-5593

NORTH YORK

280 Sheppard Ave. East, Unit 105, (Sheppard & Willowdale)

416-222-8253

OAKVILLE

1011 Upper Middle Rd., Unit E5, (Upper Middle Rd & Eighth Line)

905-339-1503

ORANGEVILLE

47 Broadway, (Broadway & HWY 10)

519-942-8187

OSHAWA

575 Thornton Rd. North, Unit 12, (Thornton & Rossland)

905-723-5428

OSHAWA

600 Grandview St. South, Unit 6, (Grandview & Bloor St.)

905-245-0247

OSHAWA

789 Taunton Rd. East, (Taunton & Harmony)

905-721-0199

OTTAWA

1675 Tenth Line Rd., Unit 2B, (Tenth Line Rd. & Charlemagne Blvd)

613-837-0350

OTTAWA

3191 Strandherd Dr., (Strandherd Dr. & Woodroffe Ave.)

613-825-5615

OTTAWA

6081 Hazeldean Rd., Unit 4, (Main St. & Hazeldean Rd.)

613-836-3023

OTTAWA

1176 Bank Street

613-422-6741

OTTAWA

1200 Wellington Street

613-695-8884

OTTAWA

1029 St. Laurent Blvd.

613-744-0230

OTTAWA

18-2150 Robertson Road (Bell’s Corner & Robertson Centre)

613-726-7622

PETERBOROUGH

1154 Chemong Rd., Unit C3, (Portage Plaza)

705-743-2727

PICKERING

1822 Whites Rd., Unit 5, (Strouds Ln & Whites Rd.)

905-831-4554

PORT PERRY

1888 Scugog St., Unit 6, (Scugog St. & Simcoe St.)

905-982-0444

RICHMOND HILL

1070 Major Mackenzie Dr. East, Unit 109, (Major Mackenzie & Bayview) 905-508-8895

RICHMOND HILL

126 Tower Hill Road, Unit 9, (Tower Hill Rd & Young St.)

905-883-4729

SCARBOROUGH

3110 Kingston Rd., (Kingston Rd. & Fenwood Heights)

416-265-1047

SCARBOROUGH

166 Bennett Rd., West Hill, (Lawrence Ave East & Bennett Rd.)

416-286-5673

SCARBOROUGH

1595 Ellesmere Rd., (Ellesmere & McCowan)

416-289-6255

SCARBOROUGH

1900 Eglinton Ave. East, (Eglinton & Warden)

416-759-3331

SHELBURNE

226 First Ave East, (Main St. & Owen Sound St.)

519-925-3471

ST.CATHARINES

400 Scott Street, (Scott St. & Niagara)

905-646-0508

STONEY CREEK

184 HWY 8, (HWY 8 & Gray Rd.)

905-662-2415

STONEY CREEK

2273 Rymal Road East, Unit 8

905-578-3500

STOUFFVILLE

5892 Main St., Unit 304, (Main St. & 9th Line)

905-640-4400

STRATFORD

684 Ontario Street

519-305-5000

THORNHILL

70 Doncaster Ave., (Yonge & Steeles)

905-771-9227

TORONTO

2019 Yonge St., (Yonge & Davisville)

416-487-6267

TORONTO

381 Eglinton Ave. West, (Eglinton & Avenue Rd.)

416-482-4995

TORONTO

1947 Avenue Rd., Unit 101, (Avenue Rd & Felbrigg Ave)

416-783-8836

TORONTO

2100 Bloor St. West, (Bloor & High Park)

416-604-9272

TORONTO

75 Hanna Ave., (King St. West & Atlantic Ave)

416-534-7368

TORONTO

1753 Queen St. East, (Queen St. East & Kingston Rd)

416-686-9468

TORONTO

171-173 Dupont St., (Dupont & St.George)

416-964-0450

TORONTO

243 Danforth Ave., (Danforth & Broadview)

416-463-7387

TORONTO

808 York Mills Road, Unit 6, (Leslie & York Mills Road)

416-449-7900

TORONTO

125 Lower Jarvis Street

416-368-4222

TRENTON

470 2nd Dug Hill Rd., (Dundas & 2nd Dug Hill Rd)

613-392-9191

UNIONVILLE

Unit 1B - 4721 Highway 7 East (Highway 7 & Kennedy Road)

905-475-5777

UXBRIDGE

2 Welwood Dr., (Brock Rd. & Welwood)

905-862-3262

VAUGHAN

2810 Major Mackenzie Dr., Unit 13, (Major Mackenzie & Jane St.)

905-832-3304

WASAGA BEACH

3 Market Lane, (Stonebridge Plaza -Near Walmart)

705-429-2224

WATERDOWN

255 Dundas St. West, (Dundas & Hamilton St. North)

905-689-3377

WATERLOO

425 University Ave. East, Unit 14, (University Ave & Bridge St.)

519-579-9494

WATERLOO

440-450 Columbia Street West

519-725-4343

WHITBY

910 Dundas St. West, Unit 106

905-493-6474

WOODBRIDGE

7887 Weston Rd., Unit 4, (Weston Rd & HWY 7)

905-851-4297

WOODSTOCK

385 Springbank Ave. (Springbank & Devonshire)

519-539-0111

MIDLAND

258 King Street, (King St. & Hugal Ave)

705-527-4432

MILTON

400 Main St. East, (Ontario St. & Main St. East)

905-878-9808

MILTON

1030 Kennedy Circle, (Kennedy Circle & Louis St. Laurent Ave)

905-864-9738

MISSISSAUGA

6590 Meadowvale Town Centre Circle, (Meadowvale Town Centre)

905-819-9255

ALBERTA

MISSISSAUGA

1170 Burnhamthorpe Rd. West #32, (Creditview & Burnhamthorpe W.)

905-501-0411

AIRDRIE

110-400 Main St. North, (Main Street Centre)

403-945-3663

MISSISSAUGA

224 Lakeshore Rd. West, (Lakeshore & Mississauga Rd. South)

905-278-4112

AIRDRIE

115 - 1800 Market Street, SE

403-980-8816

MISSISSAUGA

2901 Eglinton Ave. West, Unit 9, (Eglinton & Winston Churchill)

905-369-0577

CALGARY

761 Northmount Drive NW

403-457-1914

MISSISSAUGA

2425 Truscott Drive

289-805-6623

CALGARY

2101, 33 Avenue SW

403-452-7297

NEWMARKET

130 Davis Dr., (Yonge & Davis Dr.)

905-898-7910

CALGARY

3114 - 8561 8A Avenue SW (West 85th)

403-240-1443

NEWMARKET

17730 Leslie St., Unit 2, (Leslie & Davis Dr.)

905-853-9550

CALGARY

Unit 44 - 285 Shawville Blvd. SE

587-353-9373

NIAGARA FALLS

3643 Portage Rd. Unit 5, (Portage Rd. & Thorold Stone Rd.)

905-356-3555

CAMROSE

5706 48th Avenue, (48th Ave & 56 Street)

780-608-2024

NORTH BAY

406 Lakeshore Dr., (Lakeshore Dr. & Marshall Ave.East)

705-472-2698

COCHRANE

320 1st West Street

403-932-3132

NORTH BAY

34 Champlain Street

705-472-3331

DRAYTON VALLEY

102-4930 55th Avenue

780-514-3752

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EDMONTON

6655 178th Street, Unit 228

780-481-3347

EDMONTON

Heritage Village 2027 A -111 Street, (23rd Ave & 111 Street)

780-989-8813

EDMONTON*

10103 - 117 Street NW at Jasper Avenue

EDMONTON

276 Manning Crossing

780-457-3647

GRANDE PRAIRIE

106-11012 100 Street

780-357-2100

LEDUC

#103-5101 50th Avenue

780-980-8711

PEACE RIVER

8002F 102 Avenue

780-624-2949

RED DEER

3701 50th Avenue Unit 11, (50th Ave & 32nd St - Canyon Plaza Mall)

403-309-3232

RED DEER-NORTH

6320 50th Avenue #43, (Village Mall)

403-352-7797

ST. ALBERT

1 Hebert Rd., Unit 100, (Herbert Rd. & HWY 2)

780-458-7775

PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND

WETASKIWIN

4523-56 Street, (Auto Mile)

780-361-2024

WHITECOURT

#2 4331 - 52nd Avenue

780-778-5470

BRITISH COLUMBIA KELOWNA

2339 Hwy 97 N

250-861-3663

CHARLOTTETOWN

405 University Ave., (University Ave. & Belvedere Ave.)

902-368-1326

SUMMERSIDE

454 Granville Street

902-724-1326

QUEBEC - Pitou, Minou & Compagnons BOUCHERVILLE

450 Boulevard de Montagne

450-906-3494

BROSSARD

8200 Blvd. Taschereau, Unit 1265

450 812-2562

ÎLE PERROT

475 Grand Boulevard, Suite 38, (Grand Boul. & Rue Lucien Manning)

514-453-4000

MONTRÉAL

5326 Chemin Queen Mary

514-482-0100

MONTRÉAL

10410 Lajeunesse

514-507-8131

PIERREFONDS

14905 Boulevard Pierrefonds, (Boul. Pierrefonds & Rue St. Pierre)

514-696-0111

POINTE CLAIRE

245F St. Jean Boulevard (St. Jean Boul. & Donegani Ave.)

514-694-2152

QUÉBEC CITY

965 Rue Nordique (Beauport Plaza)

418-914-4266

ST-EUSTACHE

136 25th Avenue, Unit 2A, (Centre 25ième)

450-974-2777

STE-ROSE

683 Boul. Cure-Labelle

450-963-2153

TERREBONNE

1341 Grande-Allee Boulevard (Boul.Grande-Allee and Rue Levis)

450-471-1967

VAUDREUIL-DORION

3100 Harwood, Unit 110, (Centre 25ième D'achat Hudson)

450-455-0262

VAUDREUIL-DORION

585 St. Charles Ave

450-424-4545

531 Nelson Road, Unit 13, (Nelson Rd. & Mcormond Dr.)

306-244-6225

MANITOBA WINNIPEG*

SASKATCHEWAN

Shoppes of St. Vital

SASKATOON

NEW BRUNSWICK

450-424-454

DIEPPE

9 Champlain St.

506-854-8316

FREDERICTON

1111 Regent St., Unit 11, (Regent St. & Priestman)

506-455-1133

MONCTON

1126 Mountain Rd, (Mountain Rd. & Mapleton Rd.)

506-859-8595

SAINT JOHN

80 McAllister Dr., Unit 5

506-652-2622

CONNECTICUT

SAINT JOHN

600 Fairville Blvd.

506-653-8661

DARIEN

25 Old Kings Highway North

203-202-9546

STAMFORD

579 Newfield Avenue

203-883-8822

USA

NOVA SCOTIA BEDFORD

30 Damascus St., Unit 107, (Bedford Commons)

DARTMOUTH

100 Main St., - Westphal Plaza (Main St. & Gordon Ave.)

902-835-2250 902-434-8361

HALIFAX

201 Chain Lake Rd., Unit 9, (Chain Lake Rd. & Washmill Lake)

902-876-0894

NEW GLASGOW

91 Lawrence Boulevard, Unit 1B

902-755-5609

NEW MINAS

8927 Commercial Street, (Kings Centre)

902-681-0757

SYDNEY

20 Sydney Port Access Road

902-567-5457

TRURO

68 Robie Street, Unit 0175-B

902-895-4646

*Opening Soon

Global Pet Foods is the fastest growing specialty pet food and supply franchise.

Our family-oriented company is inviting energetic, pet-loving people to join our team.

157 STORES & GROWING! Friendly, family-style franchise system that keeps the Global brand expanding rapidly across Canada. Full training provided. Global Pet Foods also operates in the United States and has franchise opportunities available in both countries. Please contact us for more information.

PET LOVERS WANTED!!

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FRANCHISE FAMILY Global Pet Foods store owners come from a variety of backgrounds, but they all have one thing in common – they love pets, and in turn, they care about customers and their pets.

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My 2013

Healthy Pet Checklist Mental Health What Goals do you have for your pet’s good health?

________________ ________________ ________________

Mental Health

On your Healthy Pet Checklist, write down 2-3 Goals in each category that you would like to achieve with your pet this year.

Healthy Weight

________________ ________________ Healthy Weight ________________ ________________

You don’t need to write them all down in one day. Observe your pet. Put some thought into your list.

Make sure your Goals are achievable. Aim to exercise with your pet for a minimum of 30 minutes each day

Global Pet Foods can provide you with expert advice to help you achieve your Healthy Pet Goals.

We want to be your local source so that your pet can have a healthy mind, body, soul and spirit!

________________ ________________ ________________ Dental Health

Dental Health

Global Pet Foods is on your Team!

It takes effort, determination and commitment to have a Healthy Pet. We share your Goals!

________________ ________________ ________________ ________________

Joint Health

________________ Joint Health ________________ ________________ ________________

Strive for a Hat Trick every day by enacting 3 of your listed Healthy Pet Goals.

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