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Our Winter/Spring 2026 Print Edition is Here!💜
Order your copy today ⬇️🐱🐶🐾📖

📸 What if one photo could help a dog find a home?

📸 What if one photo could help a dog find a home?

Some dogs are overlooked simply because they haven’t been seen in the right way. 🥺 Intake photos often don’t capture a dog’s true, bright personality — and that can lower their chances of adoption.

🐶 That’s why Maxine @happypawspetstudio created The Adoptable Lens Project. ✨

Through this volunteer initiative, she donates her time and photography skills to photograph rescue dogs across Southern Ontario, creating vibrant portraits that showcase each dog’s unique personality and help them stand out to potential adopters. 💜

A single photo can change how a dog is seen — and sometimes, it can change their future. 🏡

🐾 Read the full story on our blog.

🔗 Link in bio or visit www.localpaws.ca/blog

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Before you let your cat roam freely outdoors, know

Before you let your cat roam freely outdoors, know that it comes with real risks. ⚠️ 🐈

The risks don’t stop with your cat. Free-roaming cats can impact local wildlife by hunting birds and other species, and their presence can create stress and conflict among neighbouring cats.

🙀In some cases, indoor cats may redirect their frustration toward their feline companions after spotting an unfamiliar cat outside.

The good news? There are ways to give cats the best of both worlds. 💜

Swipe right to learn more. 🐾

Save this post and share it with a fellow cat parent. ✅

A happy and safe cat = happy humans 🐱✨

Tip brought to you in collaboration with Kristin @auntkittycatcoach ✨

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🌟 Reader Feature 🌟 Meet some of the adorable read

🌟 Reader Feature 🌟

Meet some of the adorable readers of LocalPaws Magazine: Cali, Jake, Stormi, Beau, and Coco 🐶🐱💜

Who’s your favourite? let us know in the comments👇✨

Want to see your fur baby featured next? 🐱🐶
Email us their photo at localpawsmagazine@gmail.com 🐾

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🌟 Community Story 🌟 Halo didn’t have the easiest

🌟 Community Story 🌟

Halo didn’t have the easiest start in life. Rescued from a hoarding situation and once too scared to trust, he’s now grown into an affectionate, curious companion who follows his family everywhere. 🐾💜🐈‍⬛

His journey is a powerful reminder of the patience, love, and understanding rescue pets need to truly shine. ✨

Read Halo’s heartwarming story and see how far he’s come.

🔗Link in bio 🐱

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☀️🐾 What a fantastic way to kick off summer pet fe

☀️🐾 What a fantastic way to kick off summer pet festival season!

Petapolooza was packed with adorable pets, fun activities, amazing local vendors, and so many wonderful people. From dock diving to the SuperDogs show and meeting so many of our readers and followers at our booth — we had an absolute blast. 💜

Thank you, Pickering, for the warm welcome 🐶🐱✨

Watch until the end to see some of our favourite furry moments from the event 😉🎥

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🐶 Georgie is here to share 5 facts you might not k

🐶 Georgie is here to share 5 facts you might not know about one of his favourite treat brands: Cookie Pal 🐾

There’s a lot more behind these treats than just tasty cookies. 👀 Swipe right to learn more 👉

Which fact surprised you the most? Comment below✨

Want to learn more about Cookie Pal and the impact they’re making? Check out our blog at www.localpaws.ca/blog 💜

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✨ Community Feature ✨ Jersey is a confident, well

✨ Community Feature ✨

Jersey is a confident, well-socialized 66-pound Sheepadoodle with a fun, energetic personality. He loves being active—whether it’s going for walks, doing Canicross, or learning new tricks during training sessions. 🐾

Jersey is smart, eager to engage, and enjoys spending time around people and other dogs. Overall, he’s a happy, lively pup who thrives on activity and interaction. 🐶💜

— Nicole, Jersey’s mom

Want to see your fur baby featured next? ✨🐱🐶
Send us their photo and story at localpawsmagazine@gmail.com

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🎨 PET PORTRAIT GIVEAWAY 🎨 Enter for a chance to w

🎨 PET PORTRAIT GIVEAWAY 🎨

Enter for a chance to win a custom hand-painted pet portrait 🐾🐱🐶

Prize: a 5×7 portrait ($100 value), created by the talented Julia @juliag.artistry 🖌️✨

A beautiful piece you can cherish forever 🥹💜

👉 Follow all 3 steps to enter:
1️⃣ Follow @juliag.artistry & @localpawsmagazine
2️⃣ Tag a friend in the comments (1 tag = 1 entry)
3️⃣ Share this post to your Instagram Story & tag both accounts (if your page is private, send us a screenshot)

⏰ Giveaway closes: Friday, May 1st at 11:59 PM EST 🏆 Winner announced on LocalPaws Magazine’s IG Story

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🇨🇦 Open to residents of Canada
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🚨 Stay safe! We never ask for personal or banking information, never ask you to click on links or fill out forms, and we only have one Instagram account.

Good luck! 🥳💜🎁🐾✨
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🚫 Some everyday foods can be deadly for your pets

🚫 Some everyday foods can be deadly for your pets — even in small amounts. ⚠️🐾

Swipe right to learn about these 5 highly toxic foods. You might be surprised by what’s on this list… 🙀

⚠️ Always read labels before sharing any food with your pet

⚠️ Store these foods out of reach (pets are more resourceful than we think!)

⚠️ Some pet foods, treats, and bone broths may contain garlic or onion — always check ingredients

✅ Save this post and share it with other pet parents — it could save a life. 💜🐾

Because our pets deserve to be happy, healthy, and safe. ✨🐱🐶

Thank you @caninehealthcanada and @felinehealthinternational for sharing this lifesaving tip ✨
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There’s something so special about seeing your pet

There’s something so special about seeing your pet brought to life through art. 🐾💜

Based in Hamilton, Ontario, Julia Giavedoni hand-paints each portrait from start to finish, with incredible attention to detail, expression, and the little things that make your pet “them”. ✨ Her work captures their true personality — creating a keepsake you can cherish forever. 🎨🖌️

Lana was captured so beautifully — every detail, every expression, and those eyes we love so much. 🥹💜

Thank you, Julia, for creating something we’ll treasure forever. 🎨🐾

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juliagartistry.com ✨
Female-owned ✨
Ships across Canada 🇨🇦

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A curious cat or dog may find themselves on the wr

A curious cat or dog may find themselves on the wrong end of a skunk and suffer a nasty spray. 🦨

If this happens, this recipe—developed by chemist Paul Krebaum—is one of the most effective ways to neutralize the odour. ✅ Swipe right to learn more. 🐾

⚠️Important: Do not pre-mix and store this solution. It can build pressure and explode. Instead, keep the ingredients on hand and mix them fresh if needed.

⚠️Caution: While this solution is highly effective, it may cause irritation or even blindness if it gets into the eyes. Use with care around the face and head.

⚠️ Keep an eye on your pet to make sure they don’t lick the solution.

✨ Save this post and share it with other pet parents. 🐱🐶

Tip brought to you by @caninehealthcanada and @felinehealthinternational ✨

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Did your fur baby make it into our video? 👀🐾 Watch

Did your fur baby make it into our video? 👀🐾
Watch till the end to find out! 🎥

What a fun weekend at the Spring @canadianpetexpo — and yes… our booth brought the party 🥳💜

It’s always the best time seeing our readers, meeting our followers, and making new furry (and human) friends. 🥰💜

See you at the next event 😉🐾
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