January - April 2009
Breed Discounts to look for..
- January
Chinese New year falls on January 26, 2009. On that day only, we are offering a 10% discount on all dogs that hail originally
from China. Mixed breeds not included.
- February
On Valentines Day, February 14, 2009, if you own two or more dogs, bring them in to receive a 10% discount.
- March
On St. Patrick’s Day, March 17, 2009, all Irish Breeds that come in will receive a 10% discount. Mixed breeds not included.
**BOOK AHEAD TO GET IN FOR THE SPECIALS, AND MAKE SURE YOU MENTION YOUR BREED!**
Donate Your New/Used Pet Items
Comfy Couch is now accepting donations of pet food and treats, accessories, bedding and anything else pet related. As well, the
facilities that are taking the donations are also accepting cleaning supplies for their centers. We will have a wish list posted
in our shop and on our website of specific items needed to help care for homeless animals. To help out in 2009, some of the places
we will be donating your items to are the Cochrane Animal Shelter, Meow Foundation, ARF Foundation and Angels Dream. If you have
any items that you wish to donate, please bring them to Comfy Couch and help out pets in need.
Dog Treat Recipe
Quick, yummy and inexpensive ideas for a dog treat! Take bologna you would buy from the grocery store, cut it into strips, and
microwave till hard. This treat will keep in the refrigerator for up to a week and dogs love them!
!!! New Stock !!!!!
- We are packed to the rafters with new items we’ve accumulated over the past couple of months. A favorite that is going
quick is our doggie snowsuit. Hurry in to get yours!
- We are also now carrying the Happy Tails Spa line which includes “Dog Smog Remedy”, a breath freshener and digestive solution
that curtails emissions from both ends. Another favorite from their line is the Dual Action Eye Pack that clears away and helps
prevent tearstains.
- New boots for your furry friends! We are proud to carry Neo-Paws, a high performance shoe, that is water resistant and most
of all, east to put on! Check out Neo Pets for details on their exciting product.
Pets and Cold Weather
Some pets are better suited than others for living outdoors. There is a common misconception that dogs will be "fine" if left outside. This is not true! All
pets need adequate shelter from the elements and insulation against cold weather. Pets should not be left outside for long periods in freezing weather - like humans, they can suffer from hypothermia and frostbite. The young and the senior pets are especially at risk in cold weather. Certain breeds, such as Huskies and Samoyeds are better suited to very cold weather, but the majority of dogs need special attention in these freezing temperatures.
*GROOMING TIP*: A frequently seen foot problem is the formation of ice balls between the pads and toes
of the feet, especially in dogs with long fur. Once ice balls form, they are very painful, much like walking on rocks. When dogs get these, they often whine, stop walking and start
chewing at the bottoms of their feet to remove the painful ice balls. To help prevent ice balls, ensure your groomer trims your dog's pads regularly.
Calgary Pet Expo
Comfy Couch will have a booth set up again this year at the Calgary Pet Expo. This 2 day consumer trade show is open to the public and is located this year at the Big 4 building on the
Stampede grounds (visit The Stampede's website at www.calgary-stampede.com for address details). At the show you will find hundreds of pets, pet products, service providers entertainers, clubs and organizations that cater to pets. The show strives to include all types of pets, anything from dogs & cats, to reptiles and other small caged exotics.
Due to our
attendance at the show, we will be closed Saturday April 18, 2009.
We strive daily to give quick, efficient service for you and your dog. Please keep in mind however that we are a busy salon, and although your dog
will be groomed in a timely fashion, their groom could in some rare cases take up to four hours to complete. Thank you for your patience.
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