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Monthly Archives: May 2011

2 year old Bernese to be rehomed

The following is a courtesy listing. We know no further details other than what we were given. Please contact the address below for more info. Soon available for adoption: 2 year old Female Bernese Mountain Dog. Abandoned due to divorce. Kids 12+. For more information please contact sylvie.prudhomme@videotron.ca.

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Alternative Canine Launch Event May 31st

Alternative Canine will be holding an orientation event to provide information about the organization. Alternative Canine was founded by a group of dog lovers coming from different regions in the province of Quebec. Their ultimate dream is that one day, no dog will ever be homeless. Please join them on May 31st 2011, at 7:00pm, at the Centre Canin Heidi …

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Rescue Round-Up News May 26, 2011

      Here are some recent rescue items from around the globe   Cat rescued after 13 days up a tree Pets victimized by Slave Lake wildfires receive a helping hand Kitten dies after being thrown out of moving vehicle -Calgary Oshawa trainer charged with kicking, hanging dogs from leashes Rescued from Memphis flood, pets await owners as ASPCA …

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THIS WEEKEND: Dogs and Austism Awareness in Montreal

Dogs are our best friends.  They comfort us, they make us laugh, they enrich our lives.  Perhaps more so, for people who depend on them day to day.  Assistance dogs offer a unique kind of support that can literally change lives. Susan is a Montrealer and mother of an autistic son.  James has been through many successful therapies for autism. …

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Laval still looking for a solution to Animal Control.

  After a few letters directed to the Mayor of Laval, Gilles Vaillancourt, on May 16 I received the following email with a response from him. The contract will end on May 31st and there is no answer if they will renew contract with Berger Blanc or not.     Click on Images to enlarge:      

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DEMONSTRATION TO SHUT DOWN BERGER BLANC!

NEXT PROTEST: Saturday, June 18th:  1 – 2:30 pm,  outside City Hall – 275, rue Notre-Dame Est.   To all Dog and Cat Lovers of the Province of Quebec: It is imperative that on May 28 we stand together as one to protest and demand the closing of Berger Blanc! Thousands of animals have suffered and faced a terrible death in this …

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Get Your Downward Dog On!

Montreal Dog Blog is thrilled to be a part of this event!! You may remember Lori from this post about her beautiful Maggie.  Well, Lori is also a yoga instructor and wants to give back to Montreal (and the SPCA Emergency Shelter).  She’ll be travelling to Montreal in June to do a charity yoga event in NDG.  Please mark June …

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REMINDER: A MUST for dog lovers!

THIS SATURDAY! HOT TOPICS  with Animal Behavior Consultant  GABY DUFRESNE-CYR Enjoy an info-packed seminar with Animal Behaviour Consultant Gaby Dufresne-Cyr – as heard on CJAD 800 (Mondays, 1:30 pm). TOPICS: Kibble – The inside scoop on quality, nutrition and recalls Pit Bulls – Loving family pets or people-eating monsters? Positive Reinforcement vs. Dominance-Based Training – The effective and humane way to …

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Everyday dogs helping kids with disabilities

Check out this really unique, Montreal-based program, geared toward family dogs helping kids with developmental disabilities! PACCK Everyday Dog Program Description A family dog can be a great resource for a child with a developmental disability.  From everyday play, to walks, to feedings, every activity and interaction with a family dog can have life changing outcomes for a child with …

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