Monthly Newsletter
For The Love of Animals is an independently owned and family operated pet supply store.
Welcome to our September newsletter.
This month we have some great information on how to take care of your pets teeth. We want to wish all our students heading back to school a very successful and fun year and we talk a bit about our new Student Discount Program. We announce our new Sunday hours and list our long weekend hours. Also, a reminder about our guinea pig photo contest that ends soon.
Now open Sunday's beginning September 11th.
We're happy to announce that beginning Sunday September 11th we will be open Sundays on a regular basis from 10am to 5pm. This will give our customers more flexibility to do their shopping with us at For The Love of Animals. Hope to see you soon!
Introducing our new Student Discount Program
I just wanted to take a few minutes to welcome back students and wish them a very successful and fun year. School is never easy, no matter the age, whether you're a first year college student or in your last year. As a former college student, I know how tight money can get while in school. We're proud to introduce you to our new Student Discount Program. Show us your valid 2011-2012 photo student ID card and you'll receive a 20% discount on all your regular priced purchases with us. This is our way of helping students worry a little less when it comes to the care and needs of their pets. Help spread the word to your college and university student friends and family members.
Reminder of our guinea pig photo contest
Just a quick reminder that you still have time to send in or drop off your photos for our guinea pig photo contest that ends on Saturday September 03 at 7pm. For full contest rules, please click here.
Closed for Labour Day
We want to wish all our customers a happy and safe long weekend.
Our long weekend hours are as follows:
Saturday September 03 - 10am to 7pm
Sunday September 04 - Closed
Monday September 05 - Closed
Tuesday September 06 - Back to regular hours including new Sunday hours
Pick up your September coupon sheet in store
Our September coupon sheet includes coupons for pellets, bird seed, collars & leashes, Iam's cat & dog food, cat & dog toys and cat scratchers. These coupon sheets will be valid for the full month and each month will feature different products. The coupon sheets will be available at the cash counter and on our community board at the beginning of each month, so be sure and grab yours on your next visit. Our goal with the coupon sheet is to provide our customers with a longer period of time to save some money.
Join us on Facebook
You can now join us on Facebook! For those that "Like" us on Facebook, you'll have exclusive access to random discount coupons not available to others and advance notice of upcoming events. We'll also be adding pet photos, stories and healthy pet tips. Please feel free to add your comments and suggestions to help us improve For The Love of Animals.
Brushing Your Pets Teeth
Dental checkups are important for your pet and should be part of their annual Vet check appointment. Dog and cats can get tartar build up, gum disease and cavities just like humans. We can do our part in keeping your pets teeth healthy. Pets can live longer, healthier lives if oral health care is managed and maintained throughout their lives. In fact, proper dental care may add as much as five years to your pet's life! Dental disease doesn't affect just the mouth. It can lead to more serious health problems including heart, lung and kidney disease, which makes it all the more important that you provide your pet with proper dental care from the start. Talk to your veterinarian about developing a dental care plan for your furry friend.
It is best to start brushing your pets teeth while they're young, but that isn't always possible. Ideally home tooth cleaning should start around age 8-12 weeks. Animals usually don't need maintenance this young, but by brushing a couple of times a week, they will become familiar with the routine when the permanent teeth erupt. It's recommended that you stop brushing while your pet is losing their baby teeth. Their mouth will be a bit sore and you poking around with the brush could cause more pain. Once all the permanent teeth are in you can start brushing again.
The first step is to get your pet used to you touching their mouth. With patience, your pet will soon accept what you need to do. Make it fun for your pet. Use love and praise to gain their confidence. Try to do it the same time every day and while you and your pet are calm. You can start by handling the muzzle and tickling the lips. Soon you will be able to rub the teeth and gums with your finger.
Once your pet tolerates you touching their gums and teeth, the next step is to use a washcloth or gauze wrapped around your finger. Gently rub the teeth, starting with the front teeth and gradually work towards the back teeth.
The final step in conditioning your pet is to introduce a soft tooth brush. Hold the brush at a 45 degree angle to the tooth and either brush back and forth, or from the gum line to the tip of the tooth. You can also start to use an animal toothpaste which comes in several flavours. Talk to your Vet to see which type of toothpaste is best suited for your pet.
Do not use toothpaste made for humans since it will cause stomach upset if swallowed. Baking soda, with its very high sodium content can be dangerous to older pets. Hydrogen peroxide is too harsh for the gums and must not be swallowed.
Between brushings, try to give mildly abrasive foods and toys such as dry kibble, raw hide strips and dense rubber chew-toys.
Subscribing to our newsletter
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That wraps it up for this months newsletter. We hope to see you at the store soon!
Marilyn Murray ~ Owner