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Join us for 3 days of fun and activities at the Sp

Join us for 3 days of fun and activities at the Spring Canadian Pet Expo! 🐾🐱🐶🐰🐹🪴

What to expect:
🐶 Pet-focused marketplace with over 250 vendors
🐕 Extreme Dogs stunt show
🐱 Feline Fest
🎨 Creative grooming
🦜 Bird & small animal zone
🐕‍🦺 Canine fun zone
🌴 Wings Over the Rainforest parrot show
...and more!

📅 April 18–20, 2025
📍 International Centre, Mississauga
🚗 Free on-site parking

Come visit us at Booth 186 & grab some goodies! 🎉🐾
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⏱️Giveaway has closed. Congratulations @canadi

⏱️Giveaway has closed. Congratulations @canadianshiba 🎉 the lucky winner of the giveaway. 🎉🐾

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Enter to win
🐾a family pass (4 tickets) to the Spring Canadian Pet Expo, happening April 18–20 at The International Centre, and
🐾a $50 gift card to the pet store of your choice.

Follow all 3 steps to enter:
1️⃣ Follow @canadianpetexpo and @localpawsmagazine
2️⃣ Like this post, share it to your story, and tag both giveaway sponsors
3️⃣ Tag a friend you’d love to bring to the event — 1 tag = 1 entry!

🕛 Giveaway ends April 16 at 11:59 PM EST
📢 Winner announced by LocalPaws on April 17
🇨🇦 Open to residents of Canada only.
🐾Gift card must be picked up at the LocalPaws booth (186) during the event.

🚨 This giveaway is not sponsored, endorsed, or associated with Instagram.
❌We will never ask for your credit card or personal information.
👀 Accounts that unfollow after the giveaway will be disqualified from future giveaways.
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Can you imagine eating the same meal the same way

Can you imagine eating the same meal the same way every day? 🙀 You’d probably get bored by the second or third day. The same is true for our furry companions. 🐈🐕

While cats are independent by nature, they still rely on us to keep them engaged, entertained, and stimulated. 🐾🐱

Ever wondered how you can make your cat’s mealtime more exciting? 🤔

Head over to our blog and discover 3 simple ways to level up their mealtime while engaging their body and mind. ✅

🔗 Visit www.localpaws.ca/blog or click the link in bio.
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Happy Tuesday, LocalPaws fam. 🐾🐶🐱 Get re

Happy Tuesday, LocalPaws fam. 🐾🐶🐱
Get ready for a cuteness overload - our photo contest winners are here to brighten your day! ☀️

Say hello to Quinn, Harper Rae, Kuda, Cammie, and Winston! 🐶🐱 These cuties stole the spotlight and made it into our print editions. 🎉🇨🇦📚

📸 Don’t forget to enter your fur baby in our annual photo contest.
Email their photos today: localpawsmagazine@gmail.com
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🐶 Brushing your dog should always be done after

🐶 Brushing your dog should always be done after their coat is clean - avoid brushing a dirty coat! ❌

🫧 A quick wash every two weeks, followed by a brushing, is usually enough if your pooch is groomed regularly. ✅ Longer coats may need more frequent brushing.

Recommended Tools for Different Coat Types:
🐾 Short-haired breeds – Curry brush
🐾 Long-haired breeds – Slicker brush & fine-toothed comb
🐾 Wire coat – Carding tool (for experienced users), slicker brush & fine-toothed comb
🐾 Double coat – Slicker brush, fine-toothed comb & rake (for experienced users)

These are just a few essential tools for different coat types! Have questions? Drop them in the comments, and Tanya, professional groomer @poochesuniversity will be happy to help! ✂️🐶
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Spaying and neutering isn’t just about preventin

Spaying and neutering isn’t just about preventing overpopulation - it also provides significant health and behavioural benefits for both indoor and outdoor cats. 🐱

From reducing disease risks to preventing unwanted behaviours like spraying and yowling, this simple procedure can lead to a longer, healthier, and happier life for your feline friend.✅🐈🐈‍⬛

Check our latest blog and read more about why spaying and neutering is one of the best things you can do for your cat.

Visit www.localpaws.ca/blog or click the link in bio!

Article by Krista, fear-free, force-free, and positive reinforcement Certified Cat Trainer and Behaviour Specialist 🐾 @felinebehaviourcoach ✨

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📸 We’re back with another round of photo cont

📸 We’re back with another round of photo contest winners! 🥳

Say hello to Mumford, Remi Martin, Titan, Dixie, and Klaus - supawstars who made it into LocalPaws Magazine’s print editions. 🐾✨

Who has the cutest smile? Let us know in the comments. 🥰
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🚨E🐱V🐶E🐰N🦜T🚨 Looking for somethi

🚨E🐱V🐶E🐰N🦜T🚨

Looking for something fun to do this weekend? 🎉

Join us at the @allaboutpetshow , an action-packed, family- and pet-friendly event you won’t want to miss!🙀🐶🐱🦜🐰🦜🦎

Here’s what’s in store:
📸 Best Dressed Photo Booth
🏆 Best Dressed Pet Contest
✂️ Grooming Demonstrations
🐕 Agility Course & Jump Zone
🛍 Pet-Focused Marketplace
🦜 Feathered Friends Grooming & Care
🦎 Reptiles, & More!

📅 March 8, 10 AM - 6 PM
📅 March 9, 10 AM - 4 PM
📍 The Aud, Simcoe, ON

See soon. 🤗🐾
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Thinking about becoming a first-time pet parent or

Thinking about becoming a first-time pet parent or expanding your furry family? 🤔
Fostering might be the perfect first step! 🐱🐶

Providing a temporary home for a cat or dog in need is a rewarding experience that benefits both the pet and the foster family. 🐾 It’s a great way to learn about pet ownership while making a meaningful impact on animal welfare.

🐾 Dive into our latest blog to discover who fostering is suitable for, its many benefits, and how it helps pets find their forever homes.
🔗 Read more at www.localpaws.ca/blog or check the link in bio.

📣Quick Fact: Did you know we have 19 animal rescues featured on our website? Check the “Giving Back” section to learn about them and their foster programs.✨
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🚨MARCH EVENTS🚨🐱🐶🐰 March is just ar

🚨MARCH EVENTS🚨🐱🐶🐰

March is just around the corner, and we’ve got an exciting lineup of indoor events! 🥳🐾

Meet us in London, Woodstock, Simcoe, and Kitchener this month - plus, bring your furry companion along for the fun! 🐶🐱

We can’t wait to see you there. 🤗

🐾March 1-2 |Ren’s Pets London @renspets ✨
🐾March 7-8 |Woodstock Pet Expo @kbeventscanada✨
🐾March 8-9 |All About Pets Show @allaboutpetshow ✨
🐾March 15-23 |Ren’s Pets Kitchener @renspets ✨
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🐱When picking a cat tree or scratch post, heigh

🐱When picking a cat tree or scratch post, height and sturdiness are key to making it appealing for your cat!

✔ Height – Your cat should be able to fully extend while scratching. A tree or post at least 30 inches tall is ideal to support their natural stretching behaviour.

✔ Sturdiness – A wobbly or unstable post won’t get much use! Make sure it’s solid and won’t tip over.

✔ Scratch Pads – Horizontal scratch pads should match your cat’s size. A standard length of 18 to 24 inches provides enough space for comfortable scratching.

🐾 Choosing the right scratching surface encourages healthy scratching habits and saves your furniture. ✅

Tip by Krista, fear-free, force-free, and positive reinforcement Certified Cat Trainer and Behaviour Specialist 🐾 @felinebehaviourcoach ✨

Like and share this post with cat parents in your circle. 🐾🐱
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Should you shave your double-coated or short-coate

Should you shave your double-coated or short-coated dog? 🤔
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The answer is No. ❌ … and here’s why, explained by professional groomer Tanya @poochesnpals @poochesuniversity ✨

Breeds like Golden Retrievers, Huskies, and Labrador Retrievers have double coats that protect them from the elements - keeping them warm in winter and cool in summer. 🐶

Shaving their coat can actually do more harm than good! One study found that a shaved Golden Retriever took an average of 1.5 hours to cool down in the sun, while a non-shaved Golden cooled down much faster. 🙀

Some believe shaving reduces shedding, but it doesn’t - it just results in shorter, finer hairs being shed instead.

Instead of shaving, a professional bath, blow-dry, and proper grooming can help manage shedding while keeping their coat healthy. ✅

Stay tuned for more grooming tips by Tanya @pooches_university ✨
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